Membership and Outreach Committee
Purpose: to develop and maintain SEMA membership and support for Ernestina, by maintaining www.ernestina.org, publishing Updates (newsletter) and conducting other outreach, including public relations and marketing activities.
Volunteers Mustering, You Can Help!
Hello Volunteers, The crew is working hard to prepare for the trip south, less than a month away!. Tiffany has sent us a request for volunteers: ~ “We are in need of some volunteer help. Projects include: prep and painting some … Continue reading
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Celebrating Cape Verde and Bridgewater State University
On September 22, 2022 Bridgewater State University celebrated 20 years of partnership with the Republic of Cape Verde. President Jose’ Maria Periera Neves was the honored guest. Mike Gomes, a member of the Board of SEMA, was presented with the highest … Continue reading
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A Message from Captain Krihwan ·
I am still looking for Deckhands, AB and a Cook. SSV Ernestina-Morrissey is in the water and we are currently up rigging the vessel. We plan to do our sea trials in Mid-October and the COI. After that is complete … Continue reading
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Monday August 29 at the Shipyard
Although the exact day Ernestina-Morrissey would be launched was not certain, a small celebration was held on August 29. An early-morning dedication is described in a recent post. Although there was no formal announcement word spread locally and a number … Continue reading
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Ernestina-Morrissey, Re-dedicated, Prepares for Next Chapter
In January we announced a project which would allow folks to participate in the celebration of Ernestina-Morrissey launch no matter how distant they were. We asked them to collect water from oceans and seas, bays and ports, that represented the … Continue reading
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More Samples from Ernestina-Morrissey’s Waters!
The Water Project is a great success! We have nearly 50 samples of water representing Ernestina-Morrissey‘s AMAZING history! HERE’S A LIST of the great group of folks who helped with the project and where they collected the water they sent. … Continue reading
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A Message from the Crew of SSV Ernestina-Morrissey
Hey Community, we need your help! As the ship and organizations that support her enter a new phase as the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey, we need a new logo. Do you have design experience? Are you an artist? We welcome all submissions! … Continue reading
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Samples from Ernestina-Morrissey’s Waters!
Samples have come in from across Ernestina-Morrissey‘s history! From Essex, MA to Digby, NS, from Newfoundland to British Columbia and Greenland, from Mindelo, Cape Verde and of course from #HomeportNewBedford! The most recent are posted at the top as you … Continue reading
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The Worldwide Waters of Ernestina-Morrissey
~~~ YOU can be part of the Celebrations ~~~ ~~~when Ernestina-Morrissey Sails Again!~~~ Will you help us? Since 1894, Ernestina-Morrissey has sailed oceans and seas, far and wide, and visited many ports. It has been suggested that every effort be made … Continue reading
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Chief Engineer and Chief Mate Positions Posted
Massachusetts Maritime Academy is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer. Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. The Academy asks that all applicants follow the directions on the job postings to apply. Any applicants directly contacting screening committees may be disqualified from the … Continue reading
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