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Closeups of a titration test in action.

We use both traditional and modern techniques to better understand the river.

Celestial Tracking
Cloud Cover
The Deck Log
Wind Speed
Relative Humidity
Salinity
Water Clarity
Current Speed
Water Temperature
Lines of Position
Water Depth
Comparative Temperatures
Mechanical Advantage
Wildlife
 
 

Closeup of a student's hands tying a knot.

Crewing a sailing ship requires a lot of new skills. Look over our shoulders as we learn how to stand watch, splice rope, and set the main course.

The Duty Roster
Line Handling
Working the Rig
Sail Handling
The Task Matrix

Closeup of a student's hands writing notes.

We don't just learn new things... we teach our crewmates what we've learned, too. Click the image at right to follow the students' progress.

 

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