And They're Off!

The mighty Sigsbee, her crew, and a group of 11 CTY students got underway this morning for 9 days of learning and having fun in the Chesapeake Bay.  The students will be involved in all aspects of sailing the boat. Here are some shots of them helping to get the boat underway.

Captain Joe and First Mate Rohan demonstrate how to put on a type 1 lifejacket in case of an emergency.

Katie shows a student how to "take line 1".

Joe explains to a group of students how to tend fenders.

Capt. Joe explains to a student what her roll will be in helping to take the boat off the dock.

Check out a video of the students in action here: 

http://youtu.be/elpVVIRAoPU

Welcome to summer 2014!

The crew of the Sigsbee is working hard to prepare the program and the boat for the grand adventure that is CTY.  Everyone is looking forward to spending some time exploring the Chesapeake Bay and all the special places we'll be visiting.  Check back for updates of our travels!!!

Sigsbee underway in the Chesapeake

Of course our Summer Staff Training included some silly team building activities.