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Spirit Of Massachusetts Tall Ship Camp and The Paint Factory
Before talking to the kids I was expecting them to be dying to get off the ship as it was basically 5 days of cloudy rainy weather but to my surprise they were all in great spirits and it was quite apparent that they had made some serious friendships. One of the kids when asked about the wet conditions they said proudly “it’s sailors weather”! They met as strangers just 5 days prior but became shipmates for life. The videos tell the story and the first one will be posted at 10AM.
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Tall Ship Camp Aboard The Spirit Of Massachusetts
The Crew pulled into the GMHC this afternoon, luckily I was at the Farmer’s Market and was able to fly down and catch them as they pulled up to the dock. I have tons of pics and video to share with you over the course of the next week. Sharon will be sailing also and get the on hands pics only you can get while at sea.
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Log Entry from Jessica aboard the Spirit of Massachusetts
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We took this from Hammond Castle about 45 minutes after they pulled away from the dock
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This is Jessica Blazewicz with her grandparents.
From Francesca Combs-
We have had some news of our sailors on the Spirit of Massachusetts and would love to share it with the community. The piece is the first installment of the log for their first day. It was written crew member/camper Jessica Blazewicz and sent to us by Captain Amanda this morning.
Here it is:
“The day began as the students began to show up at the dock. At first, it was awkward and everyone was nervous. Within the hour, however, everyone had found at least one person with whom they could relate. Skepticism of the weather did little to damper the excitement that lay before everyone. Proudly the crew boarded the vessel, their new home, and thus the voyage began.
The first thing to do was to go over the basics of running and caring for the ship. Before even leaving the dock, an hour or so was spent with a tour, exploring and socializing. As soon as the basics were established, it was finally time to leave. As parents waved and yelled their farewells, we looked not back but forward.
With everyone sorted into shifts, it was quite easy to manage the ship. Even though a fog had covered the sea and the chill of the wind cooled us, we were all very happy. As we got farther and farther from the shore, the waves grew bigger. Never did they reach any height to worry about. A few of the crew had already begun to feel the butterflies.
As the day flew by, everyone began to ease into the ways of the ship. Many of the crew were surprised to realize that balance on the land meant nothing over the water. After a fun-acational lesson, we were all delighted by cook Sarah-Renee’s delicious lunch of corn chowder, BLTs and PBJs .
Later we decided to head to Stellwagen Bank where we sure we would see some whales or porpoises. Unfortunately, when we arrived we were disappointed to find nothing but crashing waves and clumps of seaweed.”
Day 2 Aboard the Spirit of Massachusetts
Day 3 Aboard the Spirit of Massachusetts
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Tall Ship Adventure aboard the Spirit of Massachusetts!T
The Gloucester Museum School is offering 20 bunks aboard the Spirit of Massachusetts to sail with local Captain Amanda Madeira from SailGloucester into Sail Boston. We will also offer a limited number of daysail tiockets for the days of the 8th and 9th. The ship will depart on July 8 @ 8am and be overnight in the Boston Harbor Island area, with another day of sailing on the 9th.
Please email Jo-Anne Crawford and Amanda Madeira at :
joanne@gmscamp.org….. for more details and to make a reservation. Space is limited.
Photos by Sharon Lowe
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On Sunday a group of kids gathered on the dock behind the Heritage Center for the adventure of a lifetime! They were taking a 5 day trip on the Spirit of Massachusetts using the ocean as a classroom.
Tall ship sailing involves teamwork, adventure and strength of character. This is the platform off which the kids and crew will explore the sea. This summer Gloucester Museum School Project Adventure Summer Camp is offering four opportunities for campers to embark on a fantastic voyage of discovery!
Thirteen year old Gloucester student Jessica Blazewicz will be writing log entries for the trip and sending them to us to share with our readers. Watch for upcoming posts on this incredible adventure!
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Spirit Of Massachusetts 4:50AM 8/24/08
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Spirit Of Massachusetts At Rose’s Marine
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Spirit Of Massachusetts Hauled Out At Rose’s
Sure Is Purdy! Hauled Ourt At Rose’s Marine For Work.
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Spirit Of Massachusetts 4:50AM 8/24/08
Creeping around at Rose’s Marine at 4:50AM you hear every single creak and crackle around you.
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Spirit Of Massachusetts 4:50AM 8/24/08
Spirit Of Massachusetts 4:50AM 8/24/08, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Good Morning Gloucester 