YOUNG people from Buckinghamshire became sailors on board a 72ft yacht on an adventure on the south coast of England.  

The boys and girls aged 12 to 25 became the crew of the 72ft Challenger yacht, which has sailed around the world twice, thanks to a project by The Clare Foundation formed by Bucks charities Lindengate, Youth Concern and Wycombe Youth Action.

On board the yacht run by Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT), a youth development sail training charity, the youngster learn steering the vessel, food preparation, maintenance and cleaning.

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CEO of TSYT Alastair Floyd said: “We’re delighted to be partnering with The Clare Foundation once again to support young people from across Buckinghamshire. 

Bucks Free Press: Young sailors onboardYoung sailors onboard (Image: Tall Ships Youth Trust)

“Working and living together onboard, the young people, guided by our professional crew, will get involved in all aspects of voyaging onboard the Challenger vessel.

“The experience will help them to develop communication, teamwork and critical thinking skills that they can take back to their communities and develop further following their experience.

“We’re looking forward to supporting more young people from the county on our new three-voyage programme from 2023, as our partnership with The Clare Foundation grows.”

 

Bucks Free Press: Challenger 4Challenger 4 (Image: Tall Ships Youth Trust)

The yacht set sail from Portsmouth on October 16 for the four-day residential sailing adventure, which aims to empower young people, support their journey into adulthood and inspire some for a career in the maritime sector.

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