UKSA is putting iconic yacht Gipsy Moth IV up for sale. The 53ft ketch, in which Sir Francis Chichester made his famed solo round the world trip in 1966, is seeking new owners to embark on new projects and help ensure her future as part of Britain's sailing heritage.
UKSA purchased Gipsy Moth IV in 2004 and, along with Yachting Monthly, raised funds through donations to restore the yacht and enable a crew of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to make a second round the world voyage. The project was a resounding success.
Since returning to Cowes in June 2007, the yacht has continued to provide sailing opportunities for young people and has also been available for public charter. There are now more suitable yachts that provide better opportunities to achieve the UKSA objectives for changing the lives of young people, leading UKSA to seek a new home for the yacht.
Jon Ely, Chief Executive at UKSA, commented: “The restoration and round-the-world voyage completed in 2007 changed the lives of many disadvantaged youngsters and restored a sad and decaying Gipsy Moth to a fine seaworthy condition.
We are proud of the part we have played in the history this vessel. It is now time for another to take her forwards and for us to focus on changing the lives of many more young people through our wide charitable work.
We are excited about her future and keen to find a good home for her. Any funds raised from the sale will go to benefit young people through the work of UKSA."
If you need to complete your STCW95 Basic Training for this season, UKSA have just announced a new date from 9th - 14th March.
The cost of the course is £810 which includes all your accommodation and food.
Please call +44(0)1983 203034 for more information or to book on.
Meet up with UKSA on stand 117 at this years Youth Sports Trust Conference in Telford, and find out about how UKSA engages youngsters in maritime activities, and increases their chance for successful employment in the leisure and tourism market.
| Title | W19: Improving achievement levels through maritime adventure activities |
| Times | 13.30 - 14.30 |
| Synopsis | Subjects covered: - Integrating curriculum into outdoor activities- How to get the best of outside the classroom teaching - Working with adventure activity providers - Myths about risk in water based activities - Badges, licenses, inspections of your activity centre - How best to deal with cover issues when taking cohorts out of class - Payment structures for getting students outside the classroom, keeping it inclusive |
| Deliverers: | Linda Melton, Head Teacher, The Wye Valley School and Jeremy Waitt, UKSA Schools Manager |
2 Deckhands required for a Private 100m+ motor yacht currently in the Lursen yard in Northern Germany. Itinerary will be based in the med with possibility of going to the Caribbean next winter.
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