CTY Whales 3 Woods Hole and Sea

Yesterday the crew explored the wonderful town of Woods Hole located on Cape Cod. There were so many interesting points in this town! First we heard an insightful lecture by Nick, who is both a scientist and a sailor. He told us he details of the problems involved with plastic in the ocean. The cadets got an insider tour of the Woods Hole Oceaographic Institute. We learned about the REMUS device which scans he bottom of he ocean floor collecting valuable data. Cadets also got to see the ALVIN, which was te original device to discover the Titanic!

After learning lots about Marine life, we went to the local aquarium where we saw many interesting fish, and even a seal feeding. The students enjoyed an exciting Scavenger Hunt throughout the town toward the end of the afternoon. 

Today we spent a full day at sea where our knowledge of sailing, navigation, lines, and everything that goes with it was solidified in our brains! Now the crew is more comfortable on boat language and the necessity of each line and knot. Today the cadets also became plotting experts as they yet used heir longitudinal and latitudinal skills! Here are some recent picks:

The ALVIN which discovered Titanic

REMUS

Aquarium time!

Scavenger Hunt

Talking with scientists !!!

Washing dishes is one of our favorite tasks 

Now is knot the time:)

Setting the Awning,