This summer I was extremely fortunate to participate in a SEA Expedition (Sea Education Association (SEA) is an internationally recognized leader in undergraduate ocean education). Fifteen mates, twelve scientitsts, and I left Woods Hole, Massachusetts aboard the Corwith Cramer, a beautiful 150foot sea research vessel. Aboard this tall ship we conducted oceanographic research, learned to sail and the complexities of creating …
Festin Lente – Floating Circus
A handful of fixed up colorful boats, An accordion, a guitar, a saxophone, singing, live painting, aerial performances…. all in the spirit of sharing . From France to Senegal, a group of young novice and advanced sailors and artists set sail for over 6 months to discover new waters and territories, meet locals and share their art. We met them …
Atyla – “An Educational Project for the Leaders of the Future”
While in Bilbao, Spain I cam across the Atyla ship docked to prepare to cross the Atlantic Ocean. The ship has an amazing history of passion and friendship (Atyla History). At last, Atyla is being used for its original purpose: to train anyone interested in sailing, and living on a ship. You might want to join the crew on their next …
Colorful Fishing Boats, Markets & Nets
Throughout Corsica, Morocco, Portugal and Spain, we saw numerous fishing boats and met friendly fishermen. Most of them commented on the fact that there are less and less fishes… Here are a few photos of small boats and nets I found particularly nice.