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R.Tucker Thompson Day Sails

Catch the breeze and set sail for the day from Russell on board the unique tall ship "R. Tucker Thompson", built in the tradition of 100 year old schooners by local Northlanders. She has sailed the world but today will explore the somewhat calmer seas of the Bay of Islands with you on board.
The design of the "R. Tucker Thompson" is based on the Halibut schooners of the North West American coast, which were considered fast and sea kindly and easily manned. She has a lofty rig of varnished oregon spars. Kwila decks and bulwarks with flashes of brass-work to make her look as she should, a working ship of the 18th century, purposeful and square-shouldered, but with a touch of style and speed.
The day out is an interactive experience, so help set the sails, ride on the bowsprit, climb the rigging; alternatively relax while our crew does the work. You will also enjoy the Devonshire tea freshly baked and brewed in the galley each morning. The ship is spacious and comfortable and the friendly crew makes it a personal experience, often described as the best day of any holiday.
At lunchtime the vessel anchors in a secluded bay. Step ashore, take a swim or try swinging from the yardarm. With all this sea air and activity you'll have a hearty appetite - taken care of by a tasty barbecue lunch cooked on board. Return to Russell this afternoon.
The ship is operated as a not-for profit charitable trust with profits from day sail activities being used to support youth sail training programmes over the New Zealand winter. Operating for over 20 years, the ship is Qualmark approved and a member of the Northland Sustainable Tourism Charter.

Tall ship R.Tucker Thompson Plenty of room to move around Delicious lunch on board Be adventurous if you dare! Relax in the bowsprit
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R.Tucker Thompson
Contact: Rachel Kennedy
Address: Maritime Building, Paihia Marsden Road
Paihia 0241
New Zealand
PO Box: P O Box 42
Phone: +64 9 402 8430
Free Phone: 0800 882 357 (NZ Only)
Fax: +64 9 402 8431
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0730 - 1930 during summer 0830 - 1700 during winter

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