Sailing activities for all ages!
The R. Tucker Thompson is the perfect platform for educational fun. Whether it be a life changing 7-day sail training voyage or a short half day field trip, the Tucker has something for everyone. Whatever option you chose, it will a fantastic adventure you'll never forget!
Depending on the time available, age of studentsand the desired outcomes, chose from our range of options to suit your needs:
- Half day field trip, incorporating a two-hour sail
- Full day sail, involving one or two lesson plans (suitable for primary, intermediate or secondary)
- Seven- day youth development voyage for 13-18 year olds
- Or talk to us about your individual requirements - we're happy to try and fit in with your needs
Lesson Plans
Lesson plans are available for the following topics and can be incorporated into the day's activities. Generally, one lesson plan can be undertaken in a half day sail. Note for the 2 hour sail, there is insufficient time:
- Safety at Sea
- The science of Sailing
- Sailing and Seamanship
- Navigation
- Knots & Ropes
- Meteorology and tides
- Fishing and marine environment
- Polution & recycling (3 and 7 day voyages only)
- Food & nutrition ( 7 day voyages only)
Please email us for further information.
