Ice coats the waterlines of the schooners Shenandoah and Alabama out on their moorings on a calm and clear winter afternoon. We've got a nice window between the steady parade of storms and arctic blasts that have been routine this winter. The ferries and tugs servicing the island make steady runs, … [Read more...] about Winter 2014 Down the Homestretch…
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Winter Weather & Summer Camps
Vineyard Haven, MA – A coastal storm passes through New England today and as I’m typing here at the Black Dog Tall Ships HQ wind and gusts from the SW are shaking the building, howling and blowing spray downwind across Vineyard Haven harbor… Shenandoah and Alabama are secure on their moorings. The … [Read more...] about Winter Weather & Summer Camps
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Welcome Since the day of her launching on February 15th, 1964 the Shenandoah has sailed the waters of Southeastern New England continuing the traditions and telling the stories of American seagoing excellence. Currently, there is no better example available as Shenandoah remains the world’s only … [Read more...] about Support the Tall Ships
The Alabama competes in the Fisherman’s Cup
"The Alabama rested quietly at Cruiseport Gloucester, rocking gently on the harbor waves after five days of racing and schooner tours. Only the gulls and a cool breeze stirred the early morning air. However, it was a different story a half an hour later. At 4:30, the crew of Alabama awoke to the … [Read more...] about The Alabama competes in the Fisherman’s Cup
The BD Tall Ship Alabama in the film Sea Wolf
Check out the trailer from the film Jack London's Sea Wolf and see the Tall Ship Alabama in costume! … [Read more...] about The BD Tall Ship Alabama in the film Sea Wolf