CANCELLED, DUE TO LACK OF INTEREST
Mystic Seaport Overnighter - April 15-16 (Fri-Sat)
We have an exciting Spring Pack Overnighter planned – the Mystic Seaport Anchor Watch. You will have the opportunity to experience Mystic Seaport without the crowds, get plenty of hands-on time with Sailor crafts, have a private tour of the Museum and even get to sleep about the 1882-built Square-rigged ship, the Joseph Conrad. After the formal activities, Families are invited to enjoy the museum till it closes.
When: April 15-16, 2011
Where: Mystic Seaport, CT
Cost: $75 per person (popcorn credits can be used)
Due: $25 non-refundable deposit by Feb 28.
$50 Balance by March 30.
We have 40 slots available, and we need a minimum of 20 Scouts/Parents/Siblings. Sign-up early!
When: April 15-16, 2011
Where: Mystic Seaport, CT
Cost: $75 per person (popcorn credits can be used)
Due: $25 non-refundable deposit by Feb 28.
$50 Balance by March 30.
We have 40 slots available, and we need a minimum of 20 Scouts/Parents/Siblings. Sign-up early!
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For those of you who have never visited Mystic Seaport, the Museum represents an 1800’s seaport village. You’ll see what life was like back then, including some the Scout’s favorite: the Blacksmith shop, and the rope-making barn. There are plenty of tall tales told, and ships and shops to explore. This is truly a great experience for the Scouts (& the parents), and is appropriate for all ages. Mystic Aquarium and Shopping area are nearby, should you wish to make a weekend of it.
Program Schedule
The Anchor Watch overnight program begins at 6:50 p.m. and continues until approximately 10:00 a.m. the following day. A general program schedule is shown below:
The Taste of History program offers a glimpse into what life in 1876 was like. Taking a nighttime tour of the Seaport, you learn a little about the town and some of the professions of the locals, spend some time aboard a vessel learning about its purpose and learn a little about life aboard ship as well. The tour is followed up with a pizza snack and a sailor's craft. The craft is based on one of many things that sailor's could have done during the downtimes aboard ship. After a good night’s sleep we have breakfast and the rigging climb activity before turning you loose to explore the Seaport for the rest of the day.
Day 1 (Friday)
Program Schedule
The Anchor Watch overnight program begins at 6:50 p.m. and continues until approximately 10:00 a.m. the following day. A general program schedule is shown below:
The Taste of History program offers a glimpse into what life in 1876 was like. Taking a nighttime tour of the Seaport, you learn a little about the town and some of the professions of the locals, spend some time aboard a vessel learning about its purpose and learn a little about life aboard ship as well. The tour is followed up with a pizza snack and a sailor's craft. The craft is based on one of many things that sailor's could have done during the downtimes aboard ship. After a good night’s sleep we have breakfast and the rigging climb activity before turning you loose to explore the Seaport for the rest of the day.
Day 1 (Friday)
- 6:50 p.m. Program begins with an orientation. Evening activities may include knot tying, scrimshaw, movies, and evening walk, or games. Pizza snack!
- 10 p.m. Sleep aboard the historic square rigged ship Joseph Conrad.
Day 2 (Saturday)
- 7:30 a.m. Reveille, clean ship, stow gear in cars.
- 8:15 a.m. Breakfast in Galley Restaurant.
- 9:00 a.m. Ticketing and introduction to Mystic Seaport, group activity with Museum staff.
- 9:30 a.m. - on… Enjoy a day on your own exploring the museum.
What You’ll Need
· A sleeping bag (the ship is heated)
· A change of clothes
· Toiletries
· that’s it!
Please contact Mr. Sooch (see flyer) for more information.
· A sleeping bag (the ship is heated)
· A change of clothes
· Toiletries
· that’s it!
Please contact Mr. Sooch (see flyer) for more information.