At four o'clock I sent both the boats again for more wood, and they returned in the evening.

Then I called my officers to consult whether it were convenient to stay here longer, and endeavour a better acquaintance with these people, or go to sea.

My design of tarrying here longer was, if possible, to get some hogs, goats, yams, or other roots, as also to get some knowledge of the country and its product.

My officers unanimously gave their opinions for staying longer here.

So the next day I sent both boats ashore again, to fish and to cut more wood.