My name is Adam. I am twelve years old and I go to Mont Pleasant Middle School in Schenectady. I am interested in lacrosse and I like to listen to Weird Al Yankovic. My sister, dad, and mom have already sailed aboard the Half Moon, so I am the last one to make the voyage. I like to climb so I eagerly anticipate getting up into the rigging and working with the sails.

Adam is a member of Port Watch.

My name's Ciara. I go to Taconic Hills Middle School. I took the chance to be a crew member on board the Half Moon because I am an adventurous person. I also enjoy going horseback riding, playing field hockey, and hiking.

Ciara is a member of Port Watch.

My name is Kathleen and I'm in 7th grade at Rensselaer Middle High School. I play soccer and enjoy being outside. I know I will have fun on the Half Moon.

Kathleen is a member of Starboard Watch.

Hello, my name is Keith. I am a seventh grader at Rensselaer Middle High School. I like playing baseball, basketball, and football. I hope to learn all the duties and responsibilities of being on a ship.

Keith is a member of Starboard Watch.

Hi, I'm Kyle. I'm from Taconic Hills Middle School. This trip was very exciting for me. I couldn't wait to go. I like playing sports and camping. I would like to learn how to work ropes and climbing. Hopefully I will learn fun and exciting things.

Kyle is a member of Port Watch.

My name is Madena. I like to dance ballet, tap, and jazz. I'm very interested in school. I also like to help out with my cousins.

Madina is a member of Port Watch.

My name is Meaghan. I am thirteen years old and go to Oneida Middle School. I take tae-quon-do. I have four cats but I want a dog. I also have two sisters and four brothers.

Meaghan is a member of Port Watch.

I'm Richard and I am from Mount Pleasant Middle School. I like to play outside and ride my bike. I hope my brother comes on board the ship this year.

Richard is a member of Starboard Watch.