Kingston (CA) - Kingston (CA)

07 August - 13 August 2017

6 days, Playfair

From € 745,-

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Sail Training

13-18: € 745,-

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07 August - 13 August 2017

Join the Playfair in Kingston, Ontario – a freshwater sailing capital of Canada! After getting to know the Ship a little you will set the sails and go on to explore the Lake Ontario. You will have a few stopovers in charming little towns on the shores of the lake, before sailing back to Kingston. A journey of 6 days, perfect for novice and experienced sailors alike. Open to young Windseekers aged 13-18 only.

Ports

Kingston is a city located on the eastern end of Lake Ontario. The city has a long military history, the evidence of which is easily visible. Take a walk and visit Fort Henry, an old fortress that was first built in 1813 and later rebuilt in 1836. They have a sunset ceremony you must see. Also visit the beautiful Sydenham Street United Church built in 1856.

Kingston (CA)
Kingston (CA)

Key points

Dates: 7 August 2017 - 13 August 2017
Embarkation: 13:00 / Disembarkation: 13:00
For Windseekers age 13-18
Windseekers joining: maximum 18
No sailing experience required!
Official language on board: English
Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
One-off registration fee €25
Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
Need to take with you on board: sleeping bag, pillowcase, sheets and towels
Contact your fellow-Windseekers via Windseeker facebook
You will sleep in a bunk/cabin

"It was an absolute joy to steer for hours when the wind was blowing, and even when it was completely dead. I loved to see the sea, I loved the silence of the ocean."

Barnabas (22), Hungary

You sail on the Playfair

Shipping type: Brigantine

Homeport: Toronto (CA)

Date built: 1973

Trainees: 18

Length: 22m

Height of mast: 16,7m

Sail: 250m2

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