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Claire FisherColin FisherChristian GraaflandNorbert HeimensenHilde HiemstraZack McKeebyAlexandria Onderdonk-MilneJohn PerogJustin PerogNick ReynoldsElizabeth VolksNora Wagemaker
Captain William ReynoldsDan Barton, MateRosemary Barton, CookJan Hendrik den BestenKathy Fisher, Adult MentorSteve Linehan, EducatorJohn W. Mangrum, WebmasterCarolyn NiehausGrant Prime, EducatorRobert Spuls

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Claire Fisher

Claire Fisher

I am 15 years old, going into 10th grade at Schalmont High School. I play volleyball and the flute. I love to read, especially Harry Potter. Before I went on the Half Moon, I had never sailed before.

Claire is a member of Starboard Watch.

Colin Fisher

Colin Fisher

My name is Colin Fisher. My life story is... I was born, lived 12 years, and here I am now. I'm going in to 7th grade at Schalmont Middle School in September.

Colin is a member of Port Watch.

Christian Graafland

Christian Graafland

I'm Christian, a 16-year-old who lives in the Netherlands. My hobbies are hockey and tennis. I love you xxx.

Christian is a member of Port Watch.

Norbert Heimensen

Norbert Heimensen

I live in the Netherlands. I'm 16 years old. My hobbies are swimming and going to the gym to exercise.

Norbert is a member of Starboard Watch.

Hilde Hiemstra

Hilde Hiemstra

I live in Nijkerek, Holland. I'm 17 years old. Next year will be my last year in high school. My sport is dancing -- jazz ballet. In my free time I like to chat and hang out with friends, and shopping. I have one sister, Ester; she's 21 years old.

Hilde is a member of Port Watch.

Zach McKeeby

Zach McKeeby

I'm 13 and going into 8th grade. I like to read and play sports. In the summer, I go sailing with my family up at Schroon Lake in the Adirondacks. I came on the Half Moon because my family and I are hosting Christian, a Dutch exchange student, and because it sounded fun. Also, my brother, who came on four years ago with an exchange group, said it was a lot of fun.

Zach is a member of Starboard Watch.

Alexandria Onderdonk-Milne

Alexandria Onderdonk-Milne

I am a junior as Scotia-Glenville High School. I enjoy learning and experiencing new things. I love learning about different times and places, and about their culture. I am also interested in learning new languages. That's why I'm thrilled to be on the Half Moon.

Alexandria is a member of Port Watch.

John Perog

John Perog

I came because I thought the Half Moon might be a cool adventure, and different. I also wanted to meet some new people.

John is a member of Starboard Watch.

Justin Perog

Justin Perog

I enjoy the outdoors and exploring new things. I'm a junior at Duanesburg Central School. I also enjoy running and playing golf.

Justin is a member of Port Watch.

Nick Reynolds

Nick Reynolds

Hi! I'm Nick Reynolds. I'm turning 12 on the 23rd. I have been on the Half Moon for many voyages. My father is the captain (Chip Reynolds). I go to La Salle Institute. I like going on the ship, playing sports, and listening to music.

Nick is a member of Port Watch.

Elizabeth Volks

Elizabeth Volks

I am a freshman at ND-BG. I love meeting new people and learning things from them. I love horses and animals. I am a fast learner and a hard worker. I am very shy but I make up for it in personality.

Elizabeth is a member of Starboard Watch.

Nora Wagemaker

Nora Wagemaker

My name is Nora and I am from the Netherlands. I wanted to participate on this trip because I want to learn more about other cultures and their habits.

Nora is a member of Starboard Watch.

The first leg student crew in blazing orange.
 
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