Back from Sea

Cramer with her 4 fore and aft sails

I returned last week from an incredible sailing adventure on board the brigantine tall ship, Corwith Cramer, owned and operated by Sea Education Association. I join the vessel, her crew, and students in St. Croix, USVI on November 22nd and, together, we sailed to San Juan, Puerto Rico and Samana, Dominican Republic. Sadly, I had to leave the ship in Samana on December 12 and return to my real job in the office, while the ship and her crew continued sailing to Jamaica and Key West.

Student steering

In short I learned, first-hand, sail and navigation basics. Not too shabby for someone who has never really sailed or spent much time immersed in marine transportation culture. I'm actually having a hard time re-adjusting to life on shore, as my thoughts constantly drift to life on board Cramer. The experience did excite my interest in sailing and I am ready to expand my knowledge by taking lessons.

First Mate climbing aloft

I also have many pictures to share and stories to tell however, they will have to wait until, due to an error on my part, the bulk of my pictures are released from Cramer's network. Hope you enjoy the few I posted!