Fall 2020

The Bermuda Sloop Foundation

Bermuda Day 2020: Speaker of the Mr Lister and wife Miranda were also She said that it was a nice change of House Dennis Lister, centre, and his joined by members of the East End pace to be on board the boat for leisure wife Miranda, right, get ready to set Mini Yacht Club and David Goodwin, rather than work. sail aboard the Spirit of Bermuda. the chairman of the Bermuda Sloop Also pictured: David Goodwin, the Foundation, which operates Spirit Mrs Lister said: “It was very relaxing Chairman of the Bermuda Sloop Foun- of Bermuda. and refreshing to be out in the sunny dation (Photograph by Akil Simmons) Bermuda weather.” Mr Lister did not have a lot of experi- The Speaker of the House of Assembly ence sailing, but was surprised how fast “It was very nice and it was good enjoyed a day of sun and sea in a he got used to the sails. company.” Bermuda Day celebration on board sail training ship Spirit of Bermuda He explained: “I’m normally a power- She toured the boat and spoke to yesterday. boat person, so I’m used to a lot more the crew about their backgrounds speed — this is much more relaxing. and experiences. Dennis Lister is used to steering the She handled the wind extremely well course of parliamentary debate, but in- and, as someone who doesn’t sail that She added: “I like how diverse they are stead took the helm of the replica sloop much, I found it to be a lot more respon- — they all come from different areas, as guest of honour — an experience he sive than I was expecting.” but they all love the water.” admitted was a first. Mr Lister said that he also enjoyed Spirit of Bermuda hoisted the message He said: “This was my first time sailing speaking to the crew and learning about “Bermuda be safe” in naval signal flags on the Spirit — I’ve been on while she the charity’s youth programmes. for the trip. was docked, but never sailed.” He added: “This is one of those initia- Mr Goodwin said the event was part Mr Lister added: “This was a totally tives that must stay alive in Bermuda. of a worldwide call-to-action by Sail different Bermuda Day experience. Training International, set up to promote “It has had a positive impact on our traditional sea life for young people. “I’m normally very much involved with children — our students benefit from the Bermuda Day activities like sponsor- it greatly and the challenge that they He added: “Every single tall vessel in the ing the Junior Race, so this was the first get from being on the water and world was asked to go out on May 30 Bermuda Day that I’ve had as a holiday having to rely on each other is key in solidarity of what we all do for our for a long time.” to their growth.” community through the group.”

Spirit of Bermuda set sail from Dockyard Mrs Lister had been on the Spirit of “As the Government relaxed a little bit yesterday morning with a five-strong Bermuda before through her job as on the restrictions, we knew that, for crew and sailed through the Great a teacher at Dellwood Middle School Bermuda Day, we had set sail one Sound in the West End and Hamilton in Pembroke. day early.” Harbour. This article is used with permission from The Royal Gazette. Spirit of Bermuda • bermudasloop.org • 441-737-5667 The Bermuda Sloop Foundation

MEMBERS

Keith Battersbee - Sea Cadets Alan Burland - Founder David Goodwin, Rees Fletcher - OB Jay Kempe - Founder Chairman Malcolm Kirkland - Founder The effects of this pandemic on the lives of everybody has BOARD OF DIRECTORS certainly taken us out of our comfort zone. What charities quickly recognized is the increased urgent David Goodwin - Chair & Compliance Officer need to help and support people. Government and more Alan Burland - Past Chairman fortunate folks have stepped in with their financial help to Jay Kempe - Founder, Legal Rep/Chair support the hardest-hit sectors of the community. Malcolm Kirkland - Founder Jennifer Goodwin - Education Rep/Chair What the BSF has always had as a mission is to give the youth Jim Butterfield -Fundraising Rep of Bermuda a real life-changing experience of being taken Diana Martin - Fundraising Committee out of their comfort zone, where they can learn new skills Andrew Burnett-Herkes - Marine Ops Rep to survive anything, even what they may have thought of as Deanna Durham - HR Rep/Chair unsurmountable. Survival skills today means learning fast from John Cooper - Governance Rep/Chair experiences one never wants to repeat or to remember those George Cubbon - Finance Committee Chair awesome moments you want to treasure and repeat again. Rees Fletcher - Insurance Advice Martha Kirkland - Education We have just been through a storm and are recovering well. Pat Phillip-Fairn - Board Member We have learned something new too. There is real need to support the youth of Bermuda now to learn some important Non-Director: life lessons in different ways. Experiential learning has a Malcolm Mitchell - Secretary deeper impact and longer retention. (Max: 20) Going back to school is going to be a little different. The Board Meets Every Other Month BSF sincerely hopes its different classroom at sea will have important impact of understanding how to adjust and adapt to STAFF LISTING - 2020 new things.

OFFICE We and our staff have suffered financially too, worrying if we can get through these tumultuous times, but have dwelled on Robin Hamill, CEO the long-term goals and kept focus on the positives. Lauren Yelle-Simmons, Education & Programme Manager Kelly Way, Business Development Manager Challenges, like being out on the open ocean brings on many thought processes. One gets to develop confidence in one’s CONSULTANTS self, trust in our people, tenacity to persevere and plot a new course to rejoice the experience of a successful journey. Darlene Davis, Accounts Mobile Tech, IT At no other time has youth had to think more seriously about Jocene Harmon, Human Resources sustaining themselves and to be less dependent on what was expected to being normal as the circumstances have changed, SPIRIT OF BERMUDA just as an ocean voyage teaches us, having to constantly Alex Peacock, Captain adjust the sails to maximize performance and adapt and David Goulbourne, Chief Engineer figure out what is the New Normal. Gabe St. Denise, First Officer Meeting Mother Nature face-on, on every voyage, where Jamila Hanley, Programme Officer things are constantly changing does prepare our youth that life Vacant, FT Catering Officer can change and open our eyes to the reality of engineering Edward Stovell, Watch Leader a better life. An inner meaning of life is the knowledge of Chris Brown, Watch Leader yourself. The negatives can be turned into positives. Tyler Phillips, Watch Leader I am thrilled we have the tenacity to survive and retain such Robin Hamill, community support to continue our mission, to assist in the CEO growth of our youth to become productive citizens we certainly need lots of them, more now than ever before. Dear Friends,

We have recently enjoyed some well-organized events, where What an unprecedented time we have all witnessed over the Bermuda’s icon Spirit of Bermuda has been present thanks to last several months! Our last school voyage was during the all our supporters, donors, schools, teachers, parents, staff, second week of March. The ship was berthed for a period of crew and alumni of young successful past students, evidencing time until the May 29th sail with the Speaker of the House, we are still on course for serving our community well, with the Honorable Denis Lister, and his wife. great positive results. While the ship was dormant until July your management and Thank you Bermuda. staff has not been. We have been working on innovative ways to remain relevant to our community. We have used social Sincerely, media to publish educational material and have sought col- David Goodwin laboration with other like-minded not for profits. We have also organized summer day camps for students which are proving very successful.

There have been significant headwinds in raising funds. The COVID-19 pandemic has attracted funding from some of our more reliable donors. We continue to work extremely hard to raise ever shrinking dollars and your support is as important now as it ever has been. Unfortunately, the Government of Bermuda slashed our funding by 66%. Not to be deterred, we believe our experiential education for young Bermudians is transformational and builds lasting character.

We hosted our Awards Ceremony on Sunday July 5th which saw recognition expressed for thirty worthy junior sailors. In addition, we hosted the first ever Spirit of Bermuda Rally and the Bermuda Triangle Race in St. Georges the weekend of July 10th. It was very successful with four foreign boats arriving in Bermuda and a Festival of Sail for the Comet class on July 12th.

I would like to thank our board, staff, students and donors for providing me the opportunity to serve the Bermuda Sloop Foundation.

Sincerely, Robin Hamill A Message from Membership: Kelly Way, Business Development Membership is extremely important and solidifies a unique Manager and valuable programme that reaches many of Bermuda’s youth and especially benefits those who do not acquire information optimally in a classroom setting. Our on-board The BSF and Spirit of Bermuda have quickly grabbed my heart classroom also introduces and provides pathways to technical, since I stepped into the Business Development role on January mechanical and maritime-related careers for young Bermu- 6, 2020. I am inspired daily by the enthusiasm and dedication dians. Despite the decline in membership this year, we are of the board and the Sloop Foundation family of supporters. optimistic that this level of very important support will begin There are many parallels here at BSF with my past twelve to grow again. To renew or join, please visit www.bermu- years of extensive experience promoting and fundraising dasloop.org or fill out the below form and mail to our office. for the preservation and conservation of Bermuda’s cultural heritage and sharing it with school children through Volunteers: experiential learning. A very warm thank you to dedicated volunteers that make Aside from the obvious COVID 19 challenges, my biggest up our very important committees, assist in a host of ways personal regret in these few short months is the cancellation of in the office, walk off planks, sell raffles and tags, and step Newport Bermuda Race as I was taking my inaugural ocean up when we are in need. We can’t do this alone and you crossing with the crew and other adventure seekers to deliver are appreciated! Spirit of Bermuda to Rhode Island. I have experienced several excursions on Spirit over the last decade but next up on my Condolences: agenda is a local voyage with M3 students. We express condolences to the families of members who have Donations: recently passed on and thank them for choosing to donate to the BSF in memory of their loved ones. The BSF 2019/2020 donations from individuals has been strong, as is usually the case and we are ever grateful. The As we move forward through these challenging times, you Bermuda Government and Bank of Bermuda Foundation are can expect to receive updates from us about school voyages, our largest donors along with many other companies and charters, Tag day on October 23rd and an exciting Mega foundations and keep our programme robust. However, the Raffle is in the works – stay tuned! BSF is not immune to the challenges that all businesses and charities have been faced with and especially now. It is my All these items need support and we will be in touch soon! personal goal, with help from the board, to reach far and wide to raise the funds needed to maintain our local voyage Your feedback is important and I look forward to hearing from record and expand even further with overseas expeditions. you [email protected] Your gifts are invaluable, no matter the size. The impact that a morning of volunteering makes, or a gift of money, when multiplied by like-minded individuals, can and does make a big difference.

Events:

Pirates of Bermuda 2020 raised over $100,000 this year and we are ever grateful to all those that donated to the fun cause and also our dedicated hostages. Due to COVID 19, we had to pivot to a virtual challenge this year, but a celebratory day will take place under full sail as soon as possible. Our inau- gural Spirit Golf Tournament with a hole in one prize of a car from Auto Solutions, slated for May 30th, 2020, was can- celled and will take place next year. A Message from Some of this year’s activities and lessons have included: Lauren Yelle-Simmons, Education & - Off shore sailing aboard visiting Tall Ship Pelican (skippered Programmes by first Spirit’s first captain Chris Blake) - Snorkeling (reef fish, ecosystems, man-made inputs) The 2019-20 school year has been one with many crests & troughs — voyages commenced late in the school year - NonSuch Island visits (Jeremy Madeiros) (environmental and finished early due to the pandemic shutdown in March stewardship, Bermuda heritage, sustainability) of 2020. - Enhancement of historical appreciation and awareness Nevertheless, eleven successful public school voyages took through visits to St George’s World Heritage Centre place. In total, 190 students (70% of the public M3 population) (Mr. Peter Frith), Fort St Catherine and the Bermuda and 14 teachers from all four public middle schools engaged National Museum in a 5-day residential experience. All took on living and learning aboard Bermuda’s iconic tall ship, Spirit of Bermuda, - Lesson on Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens provide the 112-foot replica of an historical Bermudian vessel, which a framework which to operate and often reinforce systems is now in its fourteenth year of operation. being used in the schools

This core educational middle school programme for adoles- - Health & Wellness (eating healthfully, exercising, sleeping, cents, provides a unique authentic learning experience. The positive prosocial development) Theory of Change (see graphic, adapted with permission from ASTO) illustrates the power of the sail training platform - Environmental stewardship: degradation, plastics, the role as Benefits of the Spirit Program. A coastal 5-day 4–night we each play and commitments to improvements Learning Expedition with 18 students (age 11-13), 1-2 teach- ers, usually all from the same school, constitute their school - Technologies: The physics of sailing, mechanical advantage, voyage. All that step aboard Spirit become trainee crew – harnessing the power of wind, Bermuda rig, etc., the and are immersed in a new culture, disconnected from life & Engine room with water maker, generator; electronic pastimes ashore (no electronics, for example). Adapting to the navigation equipment and manual methods as well as new community and connecting in a healthy isolated environ- other instrumentation compared with hand on methods ment is paramount. For many, just being outside in nature can (water depth, speed, etc) be a natural conduit for learning, however, many have never seen Bermuda from the perspective of a ship. Students often - Artistic and creative outlets including individual watch confront themselves and others with true emotion and heart productions germane to the voyage such as a skit, song, and connect their learning with these emotions which proves other form of presentation for the rest of the ship’s crew. powerful. Moving out of their comfort zone and through fears One teacher pointed out that “this artistic expression and brings new found confidence. This novel environment provides collaboration with others is very important in their learning opportunity for success, responsibility, leadership and real and development.” teamwork. The eight professional crew guide the students in helping them to learn about safety, operation of life aboard, The ship operation and activities are readily connected to and how to sail Spirit of Bermuda. As the week progresses, school subject matter for STEAM (science, technology, engi- trainees become more skilled and confident in operating the neering, arts and mathematics), social studies, health and vessel, whilst realizing their own “power of one” and the syn- wellness. Experiential learning requires reflection, therefore ergistic power of their team. There is a schedule for each day, debriefs within watches as well as evening verbal and written commencing with morning exercise, a healthy breakfast, and reflections on the day’s experience take place. Written re- cleaning the entire ship. All that by 9:00AM---and then all are flections use a Spirit “passport”— the students journal for the ready to go to learn and connect. There are lessons which are week, where many things are recorded. often imbedded in the sailing and living aboard. Encounters with rough weather and seas may mean changing the plan. Socially, they come to understand real teamwork, collabora- This is important to work through and understand, so weather tion and become more self-aware. The voyage experience and navigation lessons are done with the true learning sur- marks, for many, a genuine “Rite of Passage,” as they are rounding flexibility and resilience. These tangible experiences leave Middle school at the end of the year and will be com- are irreplaceable. We also take advantage of any visiting mencing Senior school. vessels to Bermuda, such as other tall ships, so as to provide the youth with a bigger picture of their universe. All participants benefitted by the experience -- determined weeks after the voyage. The questionnaires selected are based by student outcome measures, journals (Spirit passports), on validated tools for measuring personal, social, and skills teacher feedback, end of voyage debriefs and student eval- development and learning. This is guided by the Sail Training uations. A pre and post voyage survey is used to measure Toolkit Assessment (referenced at https://sailtraininginterna- personal and social growth and a more detailed post-voyage tional.org/research/) and has been used for the past 3 years. questionnaire (approx. 2 weeks later) captures similar and Figures 4, 5, and 6 show results. additional outcomes. The changes that have taken place range from improved In addition, results from a teacher post-voyage questionnaire social-emotional skills (confidence, resilience) to increased is compiled. understanding of our environment, Bermuda, and hard skills development. The voyage experience/benefits are summarized in Figure 1, Program Benefits. This is the adapted Theory of Change framework for sail training (https://sailtraininginterna- tional.org/research/asto-theory-of-change-evidence-re- view-and-measurement-framework/), with permission; other references therein. The pre-and post-voyage survey which “As a parent of a student who has been on each student completes in their Spirit Passport (on Monday the sloop, I think that this was an amazing and Friday, respectively) is shown in Figure 2. This is based experience afforded to our kids. Hearing the upon well-recognized research and best practices. The change tales of their adventures and the things that from pre-to post voyage is represented in the Table and they learned has been extremely interesting. graphically in Figure 3. I think that EVERY child in Bermuda should experience this at least once! Well done Spirit The outcomes measures are done using well-published and of Bermuda team! WELL DONE!” researched methodologies as referenced. Quote from parent In addition, a longer questionnaire containing more specific questions from activities was completed approximately 2 -3

BERMUDA SLOOP FOUNDATION – SAIL TRAINING PROGRAM BENEFITS

SAIL TRAINING ACTIVITIES WHAT THEY LEARN HOW IT HELPS ‘BOOSTERS’ Doing things you don’t think you Pride/sense of achievement ‘Can do’ attitude ‘INTENSE/ACCELERATED’ can do/doing things outside your EXPERIENCE – continuous, comfort zone, eg climbing aloft, Self-confidence/self-belief/ Higher aspirations self-esteem residential, can’t walk overcoming seasickness More engaged learning away intensifies Self-reliance/independence Overcome personal challenges to Better relationships ‘PEAK’ EXPERIENCE – achieve goals Resilience strong memories creating Being trusted by staff + given Self-control/personal discipline more lasting impact responsibilites with real LONG TERM OUTCOMES consequences Organisational skills + time ‘REAL” EXPERIENCE – management Better engaged in communities/

actions have real PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTS Doing things you don’t want to do, responsible citizens consequences and eg domestic chores learning is less abstract Improved educational attainment Following a routine Improved employability ’RISKY’ EXPERIENCE – participants feel trusted Increased motivation and Problem solving put into practice Tangible skills (domestic, sailing, with responsibilies; + feel others) resourcefulness when faced with vulnerable, creating Learning and practicing new things adversity

greater sense of equality SKILLS Critical thinking skills Learning about the environment Improved happiness/wellbeing Knowledge of/respect for the ‘DIFFERENT’ EXPERIENCE – Improved long-term life chances new environment, no environment baggage

‘ISOLATED’ EXPERIENCE – Working as a team + supporting Value of teamwork + cooperation peers to achieve goals participants are more Respect for + understanding of present and able to Meeting and living in close others address normal habits proximity with new people Expand horizons Knowledge of different social groups + ability to bridge social differences SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Adapted from Sail Training International Theory of Change, with permission. Figure 1 BERMUDA SLOOP FOUNDATION – “IN THEIR OWN WORDS”

2019-20 STUDENTS’ COMMENTS FROM QUESTIONNAIRES OR JOURNALS

Examples of Environmental Skills & Encouraging Describing the Personal Growth: Stewardship/ Knowledge others to go voyage in one Awareness learned: on a voyage word: “I learned how to talk it learned: and why: out with someone & be “…how to sail, putting “Amazing” calm.” “Stop using plastic. “ sails up & down and pack “Yes, because it is a life “ I learned how to adjust.” them away.” lesson and is fun.” “Teamwork” “Don't throw trash in the “different types of knots.” “I got better people skills.” ocean and save the reefs; “Yes; it was a great “Always Keep Trying” a healthy ocean keeps us “… not to be so “I learned how to snorkel experience. The food was healthy.” aggressive.” and identify fish.” nice. They will have fun. “Life lessons” You will learn new things.” “Don't use plastic straws.” “I can be more sociable. “ “I learned to helm the “It teaches independence. “Fun” “If our reefs die Bermuda ship; how to dress and “I am intelligent; I am very Because it is a life lesson will get hit with harder undress the winch.“ strong.” & it's fun.“ “Hard work” waves.” “…all about the reefs “I can make new friends.” “Yes, the experience “People have killed lots of Bermuda has & how “Helped me mature a lot” teaches you about “I can do what I put my fish off.” beautiful the island is.” mind to.” teamwork.“ “A once in a lifetime “I learned about “History & Geography.” “Yes, because it teaches opportunity” “I found out that I have a Bermuda's fish life, the “Everyone should be many values, so I can't lot of patience; I am more many plants and trees and treated with respect. miss it.” “Teaches independence” approachable.” that Bermuda is old. “ Achieving something you “…listen to directions.” want.” “I felt free” “how to work with others, “…respect each other.” “I feel as if I can achieve working as team and anything.” “I was terrified of boats better people skills.” and now I love them.” “all about the engine “I was scared of the water room.” and now I am not.” “Man overboard.” “I can be rude at times.” “night Watch, finding bearings and measuring depth.” “Cedars, Sloops & Slaves.” Figure 2

BERMUDA SLOOP FOUNDATION – 2019-20 AVERAGE CHANGE IN OUTCOMES

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I feel I can I feel I have If I work I am in When things When I get I will do I enjoy I try to I get along I get things I can find achieve things a number hard, I will control of go wrong I angry with tasks even if working with understand with lots of done on ways to if I put my of good usually get what keep trying someone I I don’t enjoy other people how other different time solve mind to it (or, qualities what I want happens to can keep them people think people problems “If I try, I can (or, “Lots of me calm and feel do well at things things”) about me are good” Figure 3 BERMUDA SLOOP FOUNDATION – POST-VOYAGE RESULTS

2019-20 STUDENT POST-VOYAGE QUESTIONNAIRE RESULTS BY KEY YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INDICATORS

During the 2019-20 school year, 190 Middle School students participated in a 5-day school voyage. Approximately 2 weeks after the voyage, students were give a questionnaire to complete about their expedition experience. There are 20 questions contained within five key development outcome indicators.* The rate of return is 71%. The responses within each outcome indicator were averaged and reported.

REPORTED ENHANCEMENTS IN REPORTED AN ADVANCEMENT IN 76% 80% PRODUCTIVITY LEARNING & ACHIEVEMENT

84% REPORTED IMPROVEMENT IN 75% REPORTED GAINS IN POSITIVE BEHAVIOURS SELF-SUFFICIENCY

69% REPORTED POSITIVE CHANGES IN CONNECTIONS & RELATIONSHIPS

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BERMUDA SLOOP FOUNDATION – POST-VOYAGE SURVEY

2019-20 TEACHER PROGRAMME ASSESSMENT USING A POST-VOYAGE SURVEY

As of March 16 2020, 190 Public Middle voyage and programme including delivery are presented which are contained within School students participated in a 5-day and the support of students (trainees). 13 categories and respondents rank as school voyage with a total of 11 teachers. follows: The return rate is 50 %. As part of Spirit of Bermuda’s ongoing 0: Not seen 3: very good assessment, each teacher aboard is asked Overall rank is Very Good to Excellent. 1: not good 4: excellent to complete a post voyage survey, which 2: good includes evaluation of all elements of the A series of approximately 50 statements

Roles and responsibilities on board are Trainees are given opportunities to learn Specific items such as passports, debriefs, clear and the environment is one of mutual and participate in the different elements of lessons, anchor watch & routine trainee respect. 3.9 the voyage. 3.9 crew activities. 3.9

Responsible behaviour is modelled and Trainees are involved in problem solving Organization, programme flow, facilitated by programme staff. and decision-making & are accountable cohesiveness, suitability, communication, 3.8 for appropriate elements of the voyage. professionalism & time management. 3.7 4.0 Trainees are provided the support to fully engage in activities. 3.9 Trainees learn to be aware of and take responsibility for their own physical safety. Sail training activities create and 3.9 contribute to the on board ‘community’. 3.9 The environment is safe for learning for all on board. 3.9 Trainees have opportunities to take on different roles and exhibit leadership Connections are made between decisions, behaviour. 3.7 behaviour and consequences. 3.8 Trainees develop an understanding of individual contributions to effective teamwork. 3.9 Figure 5 BERMUDA SLOOP FOUNDATION – POST-VOYAGE RESULTS

2019-20 STUDENT POST-VOYAGE QUESTIONNAIRE, POSITIVE OUTCOME INDICATORS

During the 2019-20 school year, 190 Public Middle School students participated in a 5-day school voyage. Students were asked to complete a post-voyage questionnaire about their experience and views as a result of their participation.

REPORTED... REPORTED... • learning new skills and wanting to • being surprised at what they achieved on continue learning new things the voyage 81-95% • a sense of success in completing the 71-80% • learning new things about Bermuda and voyage her maritime history • contributing to their group and gaining an • learning how to help others when needed understanding of what it means to be • overcoming challenges to achieve goals successful in a team (learning how to push through difficulty) • successfully carrying out duties, fulfilling • recommending that others go on a responsibilities aboard, and sticking to a voyage routine • an understanding that they control their • knowing how to help others working to own behaviour & thus the consequences make things happen more smoothly of their actions • a greater understanding of how to keep • establishing trust with the staff oneself healthy • learning that they can rely on themselves • overall, the voyage was a positive growth experience • learning the importance of keeping our REPORTED... oceans and the environment • feeling more confident after the voyage • learning about developing plans to solve a 60-70% problem • seeing ways to do things differently at school or at home to be more successful • learning new things about themselves, better ways to be around people, and skills that are helpful for home life or at school

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NEW DEVELOPMENTS WITH FORMER CREW

Lamar Samuels Crew member James Daniels has completed his Edward Stovell is recently earned his second year of Martime off to the Northeast RYA engineering Engineering in the UK and Maritime Institute in designation as a is on to his third year. September. second marine engineer.

Two crew members have earned their “So many tranferrable life/social skills will STCW* designation, be (further) developed. Such an awesome Programme Officer experience. I wish I had such an opportunity Jamila Hanley and as a child.” Watch Leader Edward Quote from parent Stovell

*STCW stands for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping. The purpose of STCW is to promote safety of life and property at sea and the protection of the marine environment by establishing in common agreement international standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers. Student comments about their voyage experience

In Their Own Words “This is one of the “best experiences that I have had. I learned how to work as a team and push through the I learned that towards the start of the difficult times. I voyage I wasn’t really a team worker and I “ also learned about the was not into anything thay were teaching me. various fish that we Later throughout the trip I started to get have in Bermuda.” more engaged and wanting to help my team and started to like learning about the fish, knot tying and sailing. I think that the Spirit of Bermuda will help me with being a good team worker and helping.”

“I learned even though you don’t have junk or electronics you still have fun. I think you should go on it again “The things that I learned about the Spirit because it is fun not of Bermuda is that you have to learn how torture. Bermuda is to do things on your own. I never knew that big from far distanc- parrot fish can change sex. I also found es. The food is the out how people mistake pudding wives for BEST. My watch leader parrot fish. And that the water was cold.” was WACKY and CRA- ZY. This was a fun and unforgettable experi- ence.”

“One thing that I was able to learn about myself from going on the Spirit of Bermu- da is that sailing is a bit easier than I thoiught it was. I also noticed that Bermu- da looks a lot bigger when you are looking from a distance.” The Spirit of Bermuda Charity Rally

The Spirit of Bermuda Charity Rally was held July 5 – 18th The winner of the first leg was Icebear and second was Isbjorn with four boats racing from the East Coast of the United States. which is the former Bermudian boat War baby. All four boats completed the first leg to Bermuda by July 11. The Bermuda Triangle Race was held on July 11th with The Sloop Foundation partnered with the East End Mini Yacht Cyclone winning the Cruising Class and Asteroid finishing Club that played host to the weekend festivities. The rally second. The Spirit of Bermuda won the Spirit Class. represented many “firsts”, namely: The Island’s Comet fleet competed on July 12 in St. Georges 1. Rally was first ocean race in the world in the COVID-19 Harbour with Stevie Dickinson winning the series and Max recovery period. Curtis coming in second.

2. Rally was first ocean race using SYRF race management There was a prizegiving held for all events on the evening of and scoring systems. This allowed the four boats to start from the 12th which was very well attended. The Rally weekend different locations at different times. could not have happened without the support and cooperation of the east End Mini Yacht Club, the Town of St. Georges, the 3. Rally was first international sports event in Bermuda in Bermuda Economic Development Corporation, Bermuda Yacht COVID-19 recovery period. Services and the Bermuda Tourism Authority. Thank you to all that contributed to the success of this inaugural event! Summer Camp

Following the successful Spirit of Bermuda Rally and the introduction of Bermuda Government’s CoVid-19 Phase 4, we began providing Summer day Adventures for 3 or 5 days. This has been very well received, particularly by those who are otherwise not in Bermuda during the school year and do not have the opportunity to take part in a school voyage.

While there are some components missing from a regular school voyage (primarily sleeping and eating all meals aboard, etc.), everyone has been learning how to sail Spirit, acquiring navigation skills and learning “the ropes” in general. We’ve also enjoyed some great swimming and snorkelling!

Some photos shown will speak louder than words and the feedback has been extremely positive. In addition this summer we’ve been pleased to collaborate with the Duke of Edinburgh in which their Silver Award cohort did their Adventurous Journey on Spirit of Bermuda!

Feedback from Summer youth:

“It was better than I expected; a lot of fun but challenging.”

“My daughter loved all the things she learned and having responsibilities aboard.”

“My son would love to do another week!”

We have also recently received our SunSmart certification from TB Health and Cancer.

Goslings Sunset Cruise

TThe BSF partnered with Goslings to host Sunset Cruises. Tickets for the first cruise on August 13th sold out within two days and we will hold further cruises in association with Goslings while the weather is still wonderful. Spirit of Bermuda Annual Awards Ceremony

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We held our annual Awards ceremony on Sunday July 5th at Dockyard next the Spirit of Bermuda. Seventeen student awardees from five different schools were recognized for their outstanding attitudes while aboard Spirit during their school voyages. Members of the crew introduced each awardee and were able to TAG DAY share their personal experience in working with the awardee while at sea. Mario Thompson Warden of Pilots and the Department of Marine and Ports served as the SATURDAY host for the evening. OCTOBER 23rd Ms. Tina Stovell was recognized as the volunteer of the year for her outstanding contributions to the Bermuda Sloop Foundation.

The Adam Goodwin Scholarship was awarded to Lamar Samuels who is entering Donations to BSF Tag into his 3rd year at South Shields Marine School Foundation to continue his studies in marine engineering. Days are important and we need your support at various places to help sell Tags. Stay tuned for a schedule of dates and places we will be selling.

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To and from Dockyard Overnight and longer or Hamilton: Rates upon request 2 hours $2,000 *10% Members Discount 3 hours $3,000 Rate includes ship and crew 4 hours $4,000 only 8 hours $6,000

For more information or to book your charter, please contact: Bermuda Sloop Foundation • STV Spirit of Bermuda • +1.441.737.5667 12 Wesley Street, Hamilton, Bermuda • [email protected] • bermudasloop.org The Bermuda Sloop Foundation Changing Lives, Donation/Membership Form One Voyage For more information, call us on 441.737.5667 at a Time, Over Time MEMBERSHIPS ARE ANNUAL AND RENEWABLE IN JANUARY

DONOR INFORMATION Full Name: Mailing Address: Contact Numbers: Email Address: Date Submitted: q Do NOT publish my personal information (Form must be sent in for this request to be honored)

DONATION I would like to make an Annual Appeal/General Donation Amount $ ______(please enter amount)

MEMBERSHIP☐ q Up to $99 Alumni Crew Club (for students, teachers and family members) q $100-$999 Captain’s Club q $1,000 400 Club (400 members to ensure $400,000 per year) q $1,001-$2,500 Admiral’s Club q > $2,500 Spirit of Bermuda Club

Select your payment option: q I would like to make my payment by cash or via cheque made payable to Bermuda Sloop Foundation and submit $______with this form. q I would like to pay $______by credit or debit card (VISA & MasterCard ONLY). Credit Card Number: Expiration Date (MM-YY): CVC # (3-digit code on back of card): q I made an online payment directly into Bermuda Sloop Foundation’s bank account on (date) and transferred $______with reference ID #______q Clarien Bank BMD:4010042777 q USD: 4020001102

For US donors or for tax consideration, Friends of Bermuda Community Foundation ‘FBCF’ is a US registered public charity exempt from Federal income tax under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. q We are US tax payers and would like to submit our membership /donation of $______online and through the Friends of Bermuda Community Foundation at: https://www.bermudacommunityfoundation.org/default.aspx?tabid=170&fn=bermuda+sloop+foundation

Once completed, please send us this form by: • Email to [email protected] • Fax to 441.297.5667 • Drop off at our office in Hamilton: 12 Wesley Street, ground floor (old Argus building) • Mail to Bermuda Sloop Foundation at P.O. Box HM 2442, Hamilton HM JX

Signature ______Date ______Thank you Bermuda for your continuing support.

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