3-Day Tall Ship Expedition

The Buzzards Bay Coalition is seeking adventurous teens (ages 14–17) for an unforgettable three-day, two-night sail training expedition aboard the schooner Denis Sullivan.

This fully funded program gives students the opportunity to disconnect from everyday life and experience teamwork, leadership, and personal growth while living aboard a traditional tall ship. The program uses sail training as a platform for personal development, helping young people develop confidence, resilience, responsibility, and a stronger connection to the marine environment.

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Free 3-Day Tall Ship Adventure

Students will:
  • Sail a 137-foot tall ship alongside a professional crew
  • Learn navigation, seamanship, knot tying, and sail handling
  • Take the helm and steer the vessel
  • Stand lookout and participate in real watch rotations
  • Cook meals, complete daily shipboard responsibilities, and live as part of the crew
  • Build confidence, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
  • Anchor overnight at beautiful Tarpaulin Cove
  • Go ashore to explore the lighthouse and surrounding shoreline
  • Experience an unforgettable adventure on Buzzards Bay

Trip Details

Two Available Expeditions
  • Trip 1: August 22 (9:00 AM) – August 24 (12:00 PM)
  • Trip 2: August 24 (2:00 PM) – August 26 (9:00 AM)
  • 17 students per trip
  • Ages: 14–17
  • Cost: FREE
  • Buzzards Bay Coalition staff member accompanies each voyage

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for students who enjoy the outdoors or want to try something new, are interested in the ocean, sailing, or environmental science, want to build leadership and teamwork skills, are looking for a unique experience before returning to school. No sailing experience is required.
 

Help Us Find Great Students

We are asking schools, counselors, youth organizations, and educators to help us identify students who would benefit from this extraordinary experience. Whether they are emerging leaders, students looking to build confidence, or simply eager for adventure, this program offers an experience they will remember for a lifetime.
Space is extremely limited with only 17 participants per voyage.
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