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The Learning Pages

As our Voyage of Discovery proceeds, we'll use this page to share what we've learned with you. Click on the icons below as we add them to view individual entries.

River ScienceRiver Science

We use both traditional and modern techniques to better understand the waters in which we sail.

Celestial Tracking
Cloud Cover
Comparative Temperatures
Current Speed
Height of Tide
Mechanical Advantage
Salinity

Comp.
Temps.

Natural Wildlife

ShipcraftShipcraft

Crewing a sailing ship requires a lot of new skills. Look over our shoulders as we learn how to stand watch, splice rope, and set the main course.

Anchor Watch
The Duty Roster
Half Moon History
Line Handling Sail Handling
Working the Rig
The Task Matrix

PresentationsPresentation

We don't just learn new things... we teach our crewmates what we've learned, too. Click here or on the image at right to follow the students' progress. Latest Update: Stage One: Orientation.

PresentationsCrew Rating Log

The Replica Ship Half Moon Crew Rating Log (Replica Schip Halve Maen Bemanning Rang Log) allows new crew members to track their progress as they learn valuable skills. Click here or on the image at right to learn more!

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