From the Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy: The Skipjack Martha Lewis was not operating last season due to a compromised mast. After successful repairs on the hull two years ago, an inspection determined that the boat’s mast needed to be replaced before it could resume sailing with passengers. This was an unexpected setback after significant hull work […]
Year-Long $50,000 Restoration of Skipjack Martha Lewis Begins in Havre de Grace
From the Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy, Inc.: The Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy has announced a year-long skipjack restoration for the Martha Lewis which will be done in public view at Hutchins Park in Havre de Grace, MD. The funding for the project will be through philanthropic support as well as community involvement. The Martha Lewis, built in […]
Skipjack Martha Lewis to Join War of 1812 Star-Spangled Sailabration in Baltimore
From Harford County Government: (Havre de Grace, MD) – While the spotlight shines on Baltimore’s waterfront at the upcoming Star-Spangled Sailabration June 13-19, 2012 representatives from the local tourism community hope to cast a little light on the North East portion of the State. The Skipjack Martha Lewis will be among 46 ships gathering at […]
New Captain at Helm of Skipjack Martha Lewis for 2012 Season
From the Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy, Inc.: New Captain at the Helm We are pleased to introduce Captain Corey Mitchell Captain Corey will be taking the helm of the Martha Lewis for the 2012 season. Captain Corey is an avid sailor with many years experience, he is also an EMT for the Baltimore County Fire Department. […]
Skipjack Martha Lewis Fundraising Effort Underway to Repay $25,000 Damage Repair Loan
From the Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy, Inc.: Ahoy! As I wrote in our last Happenings the Martha Lewis had transmission trouble on her second day of oystering. We have received word from the marina that she will need a new bell housing and her transmission may have to be rebuilt. Also, during one of the heavy […]
Skipjack Martha Lewis Damaged During December Storm; Donations Sought To Repair Educational Oystering Vessel
From Cynthia Beane, director of the Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy, Inc.: As I am writing this – it is 30 degrees — not including the wind chill and the weatherperson is tracking yet another snow storm heading our way. However, I am doing my best to have warm thoughts of spring and sailing on the Bay […]
Legendary Chesapeake Skipjack Captains Join Author at Bayou Restaurant in Havre de Grace
From the Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy: On Sunday, November 7th , Christopher White, author of the newly published and critically-acclaimed book, Skipjack: The Story of America’s Last Sailing Oystermen (St. Martin’s Press, www.skipjackthebook.com ), will appear at the Bayou Restaurant in Havre de Grace, Maryland. Joining White will be four legendary skipjack captains from the Eastern […]
Winds Of Leadership Makes Major Contribution To Skipjack Martha Lewis
ABERDEEN, MD (April 22, 2009) –Winds of Leadership announced today that they raised $34,000 to replace the sail on the Skipjack Martha Lewis. Torn and tattered, the sail had been repaired by the crew and staff over recent years. Without the donation, the sail would have required a financial expenditure from the ships operating budget. […]
