Welcome to the new eCurrents Newsletter!
Welcome to the first edition of the Historical Seaport’s eCurrents newsletter. We plan to keep you updated every winter, spring, summer, and fall on the latest news about the tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain. You’ll learn about where the ships will be sailing, exciting deals on tickets and gifts, volunteer opportunities, jobs, and maybe some surprises.

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Table of Contents
Raise the Sails
Expeditions Voyages
Online reservations
Online store
Mast turning
In the news
Spring schedule

Online auction of painting to help Raise the Sails! for Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain

The Historical Seaport is auctioning a painting by Northwest artist David Waller to raise money for our Raise the Sails! campaign to purchase new suits of sails for Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftian. The 48" by 72", oil-on-board painting shows a classic Pacific Northwest logging scene. You can help by visiting our bid page. You can also help by donating via our secure donation page or by clicking the Donate Now button.

Expedition Voyages program taking reservations for Summer 2008 trips

We're now taking reservations for our five-day Family and Youth Expedition Voyages. You’ll sail the beautiful San Juan Islands, following the wakes of early explorers. You’ll set sail, stand watch, and take the helm. You’ll explore with trained naturalists and discuss the expedition's findings. And there’ll be time for relaxation. Go to our Educational Programs page for schedule and reservations info.

Historical Seaport website adds ticket reservation feature
It’s always been easy to reserve tickets for an upcoming sailing by calling our 800-200-5239. We’ve made reservations even faster and simpler with our new online ticket reservation system. Just visit our website at http://www.historicalseaport.org and click “Book a Trip”. Select a sailing and use your credit card to reserve your space.

Online store reopens with dozens of gift ideas

Unsure what to get for that special birthday or going away gift? Why not something with a romantic tall ship theme? The Historical Seaport Ship’s Store offers dozens of gift ideas ranging from historical doubloon coins to sweatshirts to coffee mugs, many with images of Lady Washington or Hawaiian Chieftain with all sails set. Visit our store and browse!

Historical Seaport turns new mast for the replica of the Niña
The British Virgin Islands-based Niña, a replica of one of the ships that carried Christopher Columbus to the New World, needed a new 29-foot mast after a fire near Baton Rouge, La. The vessel’s owner contacted the Historical Seaport, which operates North America’s largest lathe at our facility in Aberdeen, Wash. He needed a quick turnaround so that he could continue his winter activities along the Gulf Coast. We won the contract, found a suitable log at a local yard, and turned out the new mast in less than a week. To read more about this project and view photos, see the Aberdeen Daily World article about our success. More article links are available at our In the News page at our website.

Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain are media darlings
Here are some links to news stories about Lady Washington, Hawaiian Chieftain, and the Historical Seaport over the past few weeks.

Tacoma, Wash: GHHSA builds a 29-foot mast for tall ship, the Niña
Fife, Wash. will spend $35,000 to sponsor Lady Washington for Tacoma festival
Oceanside, Calif: Four sailing vessels drop anchor for day
Seattle: A lady in need of new sails (with video)
Blog: Family enjoys trip on Hawaiian Chieftain during Santa Cruz visit

For the latest media links, visit our In the News page.

Where away the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain this spring?

Here is the sailing schedule for Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain in April, May, and June 2008. We'd love to see you on board! For information on scheduled Adventure Sails, Battle Sails, Dockside Tours, and passages, visit our Book a Trip page or call 1-800-200-5239. The schedule is subject to change without notice.

ABOUT THIS NEWSLETTER -- eCurrents is published quarterly by the Grays Harbor Historical Seaport Authority, a not-for-profit, 501(c)3 public development authority, which owns and operates the Lady Washington, the Official Ship of the State of Washington, and her companion ship, Hawaiian Chieftain. Our ships and crews provide educational, vocational, recreational, and ambassadorial activities and experiences that promote and preserve the maritime history of Grays Harbor, the Pacific Northwest, and our nation while serving the needs of the community. ©2008 GHHSA