Tri-Coastal Marine, Inc’s naval architects and their engineers oversaw quality control and acted as agents for USCG vessel certification. ETS then merged with Call of the Sea, and the project was lead by Alan Olson. This location allows students to learn about the Bay’s unique geography and hydrology on shore, and on deck.Ī: Educational Tall Ship, Inc., former 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, began the project under the direction of Alan Olson. She will serve as an educational platform for Bay Area youth.Ī: Thanks to the Army Corps of Engineers, she is docked at the Bay Model Visitor Center’s Pier in Sausalito. Q: What’s the ship’s purpose, who will sail on her?Ī: The ship’s purpose it to connect people of all ages to the sea through sailing. Her stern is permanently on display at Fort Mason in the GGNRA. The ship will produce her own energy and propulsion needs through a state-of-the-art hybrid system using wind power to produce electrical generation.Ī: The vessel is inspired by renowned Bay Area ship builder, Matthew Turner, and his design Galilee, which came to rest at the foot of Napa Street in Sausalito. ![]() This cost covered the construction of the vessel and the development of educational programs.Ī: Funds were received, both small and large donations, from individuals and Foundations that share our values and support our mission.Ī: All the materials and methods used are of the highest sustainable and recyclable standards available. The keel was set in October, 2013.Ī: The total cost of the ship was $6 million dollars. ![]() ![]()
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