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S.B. THALATTA
A sensible sailing programme.A short coast or estuary passage is made each day (except in very bad weather), the ship coming to anchor at nightfall in some quiet haven. H.M. Coastguard is informed of departure and E.T.A. each time a coastal voyage is made. On board the THALATTA, you learn to set the sails and participate fully in working the ship. You'll really feel that you are part of the crew - not just passengers. Expeditions to the shore are organised each day, when conditions allow, both for recreation and learning. We shall try to show you the great variety of our local scene - waterside villages, busy ports, deserted estuaries. We make time also for swimming, project work, quizzes, perhaps a Ship's concert or talent contest, a barbeque on the beach, and drawing and Log Book competitions. Normally all cruises begin and end at Maldon, Essex. Occasionally, however, the barge will start at one port and finish at another. It is decidedly not our policy to set out "looking for some rough weather". We do not court the discomfort, boredom and additional hazards of long North Sea crossings. ....we do not believe you want to spend your week being seasick! |
