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History of the Great Lakes– Field Course May 24 – June 14, 2011 Pictured: The Flagship Niagara …Your classroom for three weeks!
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History of the Great Lakes– Field CourseMay 24 – June 14, 2011
Pictured: The Flagship Niagara
…Your classroom for three weeks!
What to expect?
► A three week historical adventure on the Great Lakes
► Learn about the history of the Great Lakes, the War of 1812, and the Battle of Lake Erie
► The Flagship Niagara is one of the largest tall ships in North America
► Course starts and finishes in Erie, Pennsylvania
The Flagship Niagara► Pennsylvania's “official flagship
and goodwill ambassador”
► Oliver Hazard Perry’s flagship from the War of 1812
► Sleep in hammocks and eat meals cooked off of a woodstove
► 198 feet long
► Authentic working cannons
Ports of Call► Erie, Pennsylvania
► Put-In-Bay, Ohio (the site of the Battle of Lake Erie)
► Historic Lake Erie Forts
► Erie Islands
► Cleveland, Ohio
► Amherstburg, Ontario
Sail Training on Niagara
►Learning about yourself and others through sailing – not necessarily aboutsailing
►Communication, Character and leadership skills
Testimonials
► “The following two weeks completely changed my life. I feel as though I am now free to sail the world. I always wanted to travel upon graduation, and I’ve found my ticket. I have learned a great deal about sailing, open water, community, family and what it means to be a part of a dedicated and functioning team. Each person is needed for every step. No one is left behind and everyone is important”.
► "There are few words to describe my experience aboard the Niagara. . . . There's no freedom like the freedom that this crew experiences”
► “The combination of a sailing adventure with historical study has granted me what I believe to be an incredible historical insight”
Gallery
FAQ
► Q: Do I need to be a sailor?
► A: No. Most participants have never stepped foot on a boat before
► Q: Will I get seasick?
► A: While almost everyone experiences a little initial discomfort, our bodies adjust to being at sea
► Q: Do I need to help sail the ship?
► A: Yes. You are only asked to do what you are comfortable with – i.e. you will not be forced to climb the mast!
Costing Summary
►December 1: $300 (deposit)
►February 1: $600
►March 1: $600
►Total Cost: $1,500 – includes all room & board
