Great Lakes 2019
Tall Ships Challenge sailing to nine different ports in the Great Lakes, both USA and Canada - sign on for just a week or the full voyage - June to September 2019
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The Barque Picton Castle is a three-masted tall ship based in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada and best known for our adventurous sail training voyages around the world. Anyone can become a trainee crew member, no experience required, just a desire to become part of the crew that sails the ship. With the guidance of our professional crew, you'll literally learn the ropes. Join us as a trainee crew member in the summer of 2019 when we'll sail as part of a majestic fleet of tall ships in the Great Lakes in Canada and the USA. Sign on now, your adventure awaits!
Latest Captain's Log
Day’s Run – 15 April 2019
Fired up the main engine at midday after winds pooped out all together. Looks like a couple days more at 7+ knots to steam out of these doldrums. Lots of rain last night and today. If we had an extra week or two we co...
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Now Hiring - Second Mate
A licensed second mate is needed for Picton Castle's upcoming summer voyage to the Great Lakes. Approximate dates June 8 to September 15, 2019, starting and ending in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada.
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