It’s been an eventful couple of days on the Lady Maryland, between getting stuck at Gloucester Harbor Port and finally getting to sail all the way to the Cape Cod Canal, the students aboard have been able to learn about navigation and the importance of being aware of the weather and surroundings.
On the second day, still awaiting a favorable change in winds, we took advantage of the fishing town’s resources and caught some lobsters! They were set free shortly after, but not before everyone had a chance to see the catch.
Aside from some occasional rain, we have beautiful sunny days, perfect for sitting on the deck and learning about Estuary Systems, whales, and other sea creatures. We also had the traditional Sink Off! In which students designed boats with limited resources (4 popsicle sticks, a sheet of aluminum foil, and a strip of duct tape). The winner was “The Marvel”, with a unique bowl shape and the ability to hold up to 14 1oz fishing weights.
Finally, on Friday, we were able to set sail. We were magically awoken by a pod of dolphins, swimming right next to our ship. With that stroke of luck, and the help of our young sailors, the rest of the day was smooth sailing. They helped steer the ship, raise the sails, locate our position on a chart (marine map), and most importantly, stand lookout for any approaching danger. Stay tuned for more of our adventures!!
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