In 1998, the Company affiliated to HMS SCOTT, the largest survey vessel in the Royal Navy. Her advanced sonar array sounding system enables her to efficiently chart large areas of ocean on one voyage. Commanding Officer and Hon Freeman Karen Dalton-Fyfe invited Water Conservators to take a short break with them overnight 17-18 March in, and out of Plymouth. The Conservators’ party, Mike and Sue and Mr and Mrs Master were looked after extremely well by Lt Jonathan (see right), Scott’s engineer.
The time was spent visiting the engine room and watching drills, including ‘fire’ and ‘man overboard’, during which the watch sailor had to put on a dry suit and jump overboard to rescue a lifelike dummy called Ruth. Every minute of our visit was planned, including a horse racing session in the wardroom. It was nice to see HMS Scott again and thanks to all the crew.
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