follows:

During what remains of the first fortnight of November in exploring north
of Granite Harbour.

During the last fortnight in November in exploring south of Granite
Harbour.

The only importance attached to the observance of this programme, apart
from a consideration of the work to be done, lies in the fact that in
case of an early break up of the sea ice and your inability to reach the
rendezvous, the ship is directed to search the coast south of Granite
Harbour.

You should act accordingly in modifying your plans.

It will certainly be wise for you to confine your movements to the
regions of Granite Harbour during the second week in January.

You will carry a copy of my instructions to the Commanding Officer of the
"Terra Nova," which you are at liberty to peruse.

This should be left at your depot and the depot marked, so that the ship
has a good chance of finding it in case of your absence.

You will, of course, make every effort to be at the rendezvous at the
proper time, January 15, and you need not be surprised if the ship does
not appear on the exact date. The Commanding Officer has been instructed
in the following words: