USS Cherokee 
Altrius, Part 31
11603.20

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee, Cradt, and Producer
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek
Absent
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Ships Log, Stardate 11603.20, Captain Ayidee recording.  As the prefabricated structures continue to go up we have turned some of our attention to preparing the settlement's ability to sustain itself.  Primarily this means agriculture but some light manufacturing will be needed as well.

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CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::with the CTO and Gragg starting the tractor's engine::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Walking from the main town center out to the remains of the farming fields where the crews are gathering after returning to the ship for the night.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Approaches the Captain:: CO: What would you think if I were to use my tractor to start plowing the fields near the compost bins?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: That would be an excellent use of resources, and excellent initiative.  The land was prepared years ago, but has sat for so long it will need work.  At least that's what those who have an understanding of this are saying.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Well, I'll get right on that then.  If you'll excuse me, Sir.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Are you sure you can operate this ancient machinery? It looks like a dangerous and treacherous equipment ::raises an eyebrow::

Host Cradt says:
::Walks up.::  CNS: That would be very helpful.  I am Cradt, and Artang has appointed me head of agriculture.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: Hi, I'm Wally.  You can sort of see where the old fields were so, I thought I'd start with that section.

Host Cradt says:
CNS: Four years of getting an engineering degree, OCS, 8 years as an Antimatter material handling specialist and all that gets remembered is "he grew up on a farm"...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: Well, it's good they have you.  It's good to have someone know what they're doing.

Host Cradt says:
::Looks out at the field, then steps forward and puts his hands into the dirt.::  CNS: Yes, needs some work but should be recoverable.  And nice to meet you.  How did you get assigned to this task, were you a farmer before you joined the Star-fleet?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: No, Sir, I think I'm doing this because I'm the one with the tractor.  ::Smiles::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<EO> CIV: The equipment design is old, but I think it is running fine.  Should be safe enough, sir.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
:: turns his tractor back towards the main crowd::

Host Cradt says:
CNS: Oh, I guess that's as good a reason as any.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: I got it this far.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Just be careful. ::steps back as the CTO maneuvers the tractor::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: I'll get started as soon as I can hitch the plow to the tractor.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::walks following the tractor path, towards the crowd::

Host Cradt says:
::Moves to help.::  CNS: I'll help with that.  Not familiar with how this tractor works but I know enough about plows and so forth.

INFO: The plow, though old, seems in good shape and it won't take much work to get it hooked up and ready.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Starts walking towards the barn they built earlier.  That's where the tractors and hitches are::  Cradt: Come on then.  There are other tractors in the barn.  We can hook you up with one, if you want.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Be careful?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::notices how muddy are his uniform trousers after the short walk in the swamp::
CTO: ::smiles:: Yeah, not a good recommendation for a tactical officer ::smiles again::

Host Cradt says:
CNS: That would be good.  Having some idea of how it works will make helping others use them easier, eh?

Host Cradt says:
::Follows the CNS.::  CNS: This world has a strange history, but I guess we are lucky to have found one so ready.  Will help us get back and standing on our own quicker.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Arrives at the barn and enters with Cradt::  Cradt: I'll use the one I've been using, I think we're having some kind of strange relationship.  ::Points out another tractor:: Cradt: That one over there looks like a good one for you.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::arrives to where the crew is gathered, passes by the CO, the CNS and Cradt, nods, and continues after the CTO tractor::: All: interesting ancient pieces of equipment, eh?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV:  How's this for careful?  ::pulls a lever that raises the cutting deck and pushes the accelerator, sending the tractor flying at a blistering 12MPH::

Host Cradt says:
::Moves to the machine and climbs up on it.::  CNS: Seems solid enough.  A bit big for my build but it will work.  ::Starts looking over the controls before powering it up.::  I guess it isn't that much different from what I grew up on, at least in theory.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: You look good sitting up there.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::receive a volley of mud and dirt lifted by the tractor's wheels::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::cleans his face:: CTO: See what I mean?

Host Cradt says:
CNS: Three pedals and a wheel, so guessing one is throttle, one decelerator, and one to engage the gears?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Pulls up to the barn and slows to a stop:: CIV: Do you feel one with nature now? ::grins::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: That's right.  You'll get the feel for it pretty quick.  Start her up.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: That's a good one... illogical but funny. Next time remember to exchange places with you, Lieutenant... ::raises his eyebrow::

Host Cradt says:
::Depresses what he thinks is the clutch and hits the starter, then releases when it doesn't start.  Lets up the pedal hit, which was the accelerator, and pushes down the right pedal and hears it come to life.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: We'll find some mud flaps for it before then. 

Host Cradt says:
CNS: So good so far.  Now let's see how it moves.  ::Puts it in gear and releases the clutch as smooth as possible.  Steers towards the open door at a slow pace.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: There you go.  ::Goes to his own tractor and moves it into position to receive the plow, which is now in back of the tractor::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Watches as Cradt slowly approaches the open door of the barn:: CIV: Newbies!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Hitches the plow to his tractor::

Host Cradt says:
CNS: Once both are set up I'll follow you with the tiller attached.  Your plow will loosen it up, the tiller can further work it.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Yeah... they still have impeccable uniforms...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Cradt: Sounds good.  ::With the plow attached, climbs back up into the seat of the tractor.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Looks at the condition of the CIV:: CIV: Sorry about that, I'm sure it's nothing a sonic shower couldn't clean up in short order.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: Don't worry.. if I were from another illogical species... I would say I am having fun ...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Wally puts the tractor in gear and inches it forward until the plow is cleared from its parking space.  Then, heads for the door::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: face it you ARE having fun, your Vulcan stubbornness just won't let you enjoy it.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: We'll need some fertilizer. The best source for that is farm animals.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Heads out the door, passing Cradt's tractor:: Cradt: Let's go.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: From the reports Starfleet's colonizing division is getting some.  It's not like we have any on board we can bring down.

Host Cradt says:
CNS: After you.  ::Follows the CNS.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: I guess we could replicate some to get us started. But we'll want to go organic as soon as possible.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Travels at twenty miles per hour to the fields on the far edge of the town::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Yes, but honestly the compost should be able to get them through the first planting.  Maybe.  Honestly no idea.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: It's a good start, but it will take some time before it is actually compost.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: I think we can speed it along some though.  Or as you said we can use artificial means to get them started.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Reaches the starting point at the fields and sticks his plow into the dirt.  Wally slows down to a crawl::

Host Cradt says:
::Gives the CNS a few minutes head start, then follows along tilling the land behind his plowing.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks behind him and sees Cradt following behind okay.  Yells back.::  Cradt: I don't think we'll run into any large rocks.  The previous tenants most likely removed them already.

Host Cradt says:
CNS: Yes, that is true.  This seems to be working really well.  Good soil, that's a good sign.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Watches Wally in the distance::  CO: he seems to be having way too much fun.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: It is getting the job done though.  What's the human saying about "enjoy what you do and you'll never work a day in your life"?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
:: catches an innocent EO who happens to be walking by:: EO: You there!  Get a plow attached to the back of my tractor!

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::still trying to get rid of some dirt from his big pointy ears::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Realizes, as he looks out over the land still needing plowing, that this is going to take a while but, the Pertel will have a huge field ready for planting when he was done::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Goes to assist with attaching a plow to his tractor:: Self: No way Wally's gonna out plow me!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::COMs the ship and has them beam down a portable music source to his location.  One loud enough for everyone to hear::  Self: We need some Beach Boys.

ACTION: Otter tractors are starting to come out of the barn and join in the plowing.  There is much to be done but plenty of hands to do it.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::As soon as the plow is attached, he jumps up on his tractor and starts it up and heads off to the opposite side of the field from Wally::

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