Björn
Bornego College, Heerenveen
Starboard Watch
Research Project: Salinity
Ordinary Sailor/Lichtmatroos

Hi, I am Björn. I am fifteen years old and I am here to enjoy life on a VOC ship. My hobbies are gymnastics, skateboarding, and playing drums and guitar. I hope to learn new things on the Half Moon.

Britt
Bornego College, Heerenveen
Port Watch
Research Project: Mechanical Advantage

Hi! My named is Britt and I'm fourteen years old. I live in Haskerdijken with my parents, my brother, and my sister. I love to ride horses. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and of course to sailing on the Half Moon.

Kaitlynn
Rensselaer Middle School, Rensselaer
Port Watch
Research Project: Celestial Tracking

Hi, I'm Kaitlynn. I am thirteen years old. My favorite sport is basketball. This year I got accepted to sail on the Half Moon! Big accomplishment for me. I am looking forward to this trip.

Kieran
Rensselaer Middle School, Rensselaer
Starboard Watch
Research Project: Mechanical Advantage
Ordinary Sailor/Lichtmatroos

I'm thirteen and 6'1". I like football and basketball. I live with my parents and siblings. I look forward to having this new experience with the Dutch kids.

Kira
Rensselaer Middle School, Rensselaer
Port Watch
Research Project: Celestial Tracking

I'm fourteen years old. I enjoy hiking and cooking.

Nadia
Bornego College, Heerenveen
Port Watch
Research Project: Salinity

Hello, I'm Nadia. I live in Heerenveen with my mom and cat. I'm fourteen years old and I love to dance and sing. I'm very excited to sail on the Half Moon and make new friends. This is a whole new experience!

Nienke
Bornego College, Heerenveen
Starboard Watch
Research Project: Mechanical Advantage

Hi, I'm Nienke, and I'm thirteen years old. I live in Jubbega, and I cycle to school every day (15 km). I am looking forward to staying on the Half Moon and to climbing to reach the top sails.

Purevsuren
Rensselaer Middle School, Rensselaer
Starboard Watch
Research Project: Salinity

Hi, my name is Purevsuren. I love to dance and travel. I'm hoping to make a lot of new friends!

Stephen
Rensselaer Middle School, Rensselaer
Port Watch
Research Project: Salinity

I'm thirteen years old and I love to play sports. I also like to hang with my family. I live with my dad. It would be interesting to learn to speak Dutch!

Thiri
Rensselaer Middle School, Rensselaer
Starboard Watch
Research Project: Mechanical Advantage

Hi, I'm thirteen years old. I love music, food, and sports. I eat a lot and sleep a lot.

Wouter
Bornego College, Heerenveen
Port Watch
Research Project: Celestial Tracking

Hi, I'm Wouter. I'm in the United States to experience the Half Moon. I have a sister, a father, and a mother. My hobbies are running and playing the drums. I hope to see you soon!

Zoë
Bornego College, Heerenveen
Starboard Watch
Research Project: Celestial Tracking
Able-Bodied Sailor/Volmatroos

I am Zoë from Heerenveen. I loe dancing, acting, singing, and writing and listening to music. I live with my mom and little brother. I'm very excited; this time will be great here in America. I like to meet new people and make friends!