A smooth crossing to the Outer Isles saw Arctica back in Castlebay,
Barra for the third time in three weeks, all in good weather. Fine views
of islands were had from Heishval Mor 190m, the highest point of
Vatersay, from Muldoanich (photo) down to Mingulay, while Fan and James
visited Eoligarry at the north end. Acarseid Mor, Eriskay, a short sail
north, was the next harbour. A new pontoon for lobster boats is in place
beside the pier and ongoing earthworks give sign of further development
to come. Beinn Scrien 185m was added to the list of island summits while
the photographers immersed themselves in their art. A moderate sea with
a light following breeze made for rather rolling progress to Loch
Skiport, S Uist, where we anchored in the sheltered Poll na Cairidh and
devoted the remainder of the day to the three R’s (reading, relaxing,
reposing).