As part of the fringe of the Tassie Scallop Fiesta at Bridport, the popular Mariners Muse story-telling session featured again this year.

For over two hours, it is a panel of diverse speakers telling their tales of involvement and affinity with the sea.

In the first part this year, it was the record-breaking solo world circumnavigating Tasmanian sailor Tristan Gourlay out to beat his father’s record.

Then historian Nigel Mercer retold the life and sailing adventures of Captain William Pixley in the 1800’s.  Discover the link to Bridport Tasmania in this presentation.

......and of course the traditional 3 question quiz .... and should you want to challenge the answers to the quiz, remember this was recorded on 24th July 2026.

pic compiled by Nigel Mercer