Burrator-phase one

Today we did a recce of Burrator Reservoir, a key location. I recruited my comrade Nero to assist me with this mission. We were deep undercover as two boxers, Harvey and Riley, joined us and did not have the security clearance to be privvy to tactical information. We began in the woodlands to the north-east of the reservoir and fanned out through the undergrowth to assess the situation. The woods appeared to be clear except low-level threat insects. There were, however, signs of sheep infiltration in the form of droppings. I assessed the approximate time of their departure by chemical analysis of their excrement. From the texture, consistency and flavour I deduced that they had left the area only hours before. This was a blow to the mission, sheep infiltration into canine woodlands cannot be tolerated. Nero did a sterling job of distracting Harvey and Riley with pretend fighting so that I could slip away to track the sheep. I followed their tracks down a path to a clearing overlooking the reservoir, where human ally Charlotte took photos which we can use later to brief the command. The mission continued unabated until Harvey nearly blew our cover when he noticed the sheep from earlier and decided to give chase. He was reprimanded by his human who shall recieve a commendation for his efforts. The mission was saved. In all we charted approximately 3 miles of Dartmoor today leaving camoflaged scent markers for other operatives indicating the area is cleared. The men worked well today and as such were treated to a cool refreshing dip and drink in a nearby stream. We parted ways at our respective transportation and headed back to base. I shall sleep well tonight, safe in the knowledge that the mission was a success.