⛵ Safety First at Sea. The First Lesson on Tall Ship Blue Clipper!
Before a single sail is hoisted and the ship catches the wind, there’s one tradition that always comes first on board a Tall Ship: safety.
When sail trainees Kaemoy and Preston stepped aboard the Tall Ship Blue Clipper
@maybesailing , their journey into traditional sailing began not with ropes and sails, but with a full safety briefing, an essential part of life at sea.
On traditional sailing vessels, every crew member has a role and every piece of equipment has a purpose. They were introduced to key gear used by Tall Ship sailors, including inflatable PFDs worn at night or in heavy weather, safety harnesses used when climbing aloft or working near the bowsprit, and immersion suits designed to protect against cold water.
And of course, no safety training is complete without a little challenge! Preston had everyone smiling as he raced to put on his immersion suit in under two minutes!
🌊 Keeping Maritime Heritage Alive
This experience is part of the “Set Sail in the Wake of Tradition” program by the
@caribwishfoundation , which is designed to give young Caribbean sailors hands-on experience aboard traditional vessels.
We extend our sincere thanks to the Captain and Crew of the Blue Clipper and the team at
@maybesailing for opening their decks and sharing their knowledge with the next generation of mariners.
This opportunity is made possible through collaboration with
@caribbeansailtraining and sponsorship from Sailing International
@tallshipsraces , whose continued support helps young Caribbean sailors experience life aboard traditional ships.
We’re excited to continue this journey together, and we can’t wait to welcome the Blue Clipper back to Antigua next year!
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