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Just wanted to let you know we had a wonderful time on our cruise yesterday. The crew gave their all to ensure that we were safe and that we had a memorable time. We treated our friend for her 92nd birthday. Thank you.
Grace Hayes
Hey its Krystal, Gator Johns daughter. Thank you so much for everything you did
for me I really enjoyed being on the lynx it was an incredible experience. It
really broadened my horizon in a career. I’m considering studying sailing and
when I get older I definitely want to apply to be part of the crew on the lynx.
I never knew sailing would open me up as a new person. It gives me a new feeling
like freedom. Again thank you so much you have no idea what kind of door you
have opened for me. Tell the crew I said hey and hope to see them soon.
Jeff,
Again, I wanted to thank you and the crew of Lynx for helping us honor our father’s life. I was so happy that my family and I could say goodbye to my Dad this way. My father died this past May at the age of 61 and didn’t want the traditional wake/funeral. He wanted to be cremated and have his ashes released by Castle Island in Boston. The Lynx was a way for 30 of my Dad’s close relatives to be there. We chose to have this be a Celebration of Life. We had pictures of him all of the boat, Motown music playing, cocktails and great stories. When we released the ashes, the crew helped to make it a special moment. They helped us lower the ashes and read a beautiful poem. The Lynx shot off three canon shots with a moment of silence. We each threw a flower in the ocean and placed a wreath on the water. It was beautiful. As odd as it sounds, I was smiling. I was not sad. I was so proud of that moment and how our family did everything the way my Dad would want it.
The Lynx honored him by sailing with the American flag at half mast. If you knew my father, you would know how much that would have touched him. He loved the water and loved boating. I believe he was on the top mast drinking a beer and singing along. My family kept saying what a great day it was.
Jeff, thank you again to you and the crew on The Lynx for helping to celebrate my Dad’s life. Wherever he is, I know he was honored to be aboard.
Cheers
Jen LaFrance
Ten Year Olds Pay It Forward…
Telling Lynx’s Story via Modern Day Technology
Technology-Past and Present
History reminds us all of the importance to share with each generation what has happened in the past, learn from it, and inspire others to do the same. Whether it is his story or hers, learning from the past can be experienced in many different ways. Listening, speaking, and learning by doing, always allows the learner true life-long connections. From hoisting a ship’s sails to learning about the waterway below it, or what life on a ship from the past was really like, to time traveling aboard the ship using the power of imagination to visualize the almost 200 year old adventures of the Lynx during the War of 1812, this adventure would be a dream come true for any group of young learners and their teacher. The title of this essay is in hopes of winning the trip for my students and if we have the opportunity to experience sailing on the Lynx.
As a classroom teacher who teaches all subject areas, my belief in learning by doing leads my students with finding many ways to seize opportunities where they must think outside the box. I also feel students need to gain ownership with their learning and pay it forward by sharing what they have learned, while using a variety of technology to tell a story. If my students could experience the opportunity to sail the St. Lawrence by means of this grand piece of historical technology, if only for a few hours, they then through the power of modern day technology, could create informational text through the power of written and/or recorded word integrated with photos, that could be shared about their experiences with other students around the world. Students could utilize a variety of digital literacy 2.0 Web Tools, such as Skype, Twitter, Wikis and Photoshow to easily involve others and utilize our local informative site, www.shipwatcher.com.
As a teacher I feel it is extremely important to become involved (pay it forward) in the community where you teach. I utilize all of the local museums throughout the year with my teaching as well as volunteer often for the Thousand Islands Museum. (http://www.photoshow.com/watch/ZK5bG3Ib) If my class and I won the opportunity of being able to sail on the Lynx, I would value bringing on board a few of our community history buffs who have helped me enlighten our youth with their own passion for history. For them it would also be an opportunity of a lifetime.
Being chosen for this adventure and having the challenge to complete the task of integrating technology with “hands on” learning, would allow students to demonstrate the four graduate descriptors of the Thousand Islands School District. The graduate descriptors are: An Effective Communicator, An Effective Problem Solver, A Healthy Skilled Knowledgeable Person, and An Informed, Contributing US and Global Citizen. It would truly be an opportunity to open up the classroom walls and allow learners a true “hands on” experience.
- Deb Dermady, Teacher
Hi Cindy,
We were recently honored to be able to partner with Michael Folsom of The Shipwatcher, to give away a classroom sailing expedition aboard the Tall Ship Lynx. We sailed last Friday at 10am, from Frink Dock in beautiful downtown Clayton, NY.
I wanted to thank you for presenting this opportunity to Michael. We had a difficult time choosing our winner, as teachers in our area recognized the value of the experience and the ‘once in a lifetime’ opportunity they had a chance to win. Our Newspaper in Education program promotes learning outside the classroom, with real life experiences, and this one certainly fit the bill. All of the children aboard were engaged, and inquisitive. The crew was phenomenal, answering questions, giving background and sharing their love of the ship and the sea.
Our Educational reporter was able to be onboard with the students. This link will take you to her video, posted on our Watertown Daily Times website.
http://watertowndailytimes.com/section/video
Our heartfelt thanks once again to the Lynx Educational Foundation. I know we will take this experience with us for the rest of our lives.
Mary Sawyer
Newspaper in Education Director
Circulation Sales & Marketing Manager
Watertown Daily Times
Northern New York Newspapers
Cindy,
Just a quick note to thank you and the captain and crew of the Lynx for letting me sail across Lake Michigan. I wish I was able to make a longer trip, but still had enough of a taste to live vicariously as a sailor for a few days. Thank you for providing a program that allows people like me the opportunity to experience such a grand adventure! I’m sure I’ll see the Lynx on the Great Lakes again soon….
Happy Sailing!
Terry O’Brien
Commodore Barbara Dolan from The St. Augustine Yacht Club writes:
“I would like to let you know what an amazing evening we had aboard Lynx last night. It was truly awesome!
Being in the bay during the lighting of the town for the holidays has always been one of my favorite events here in St. Augustine. This year being on board Lynx during the lighting ceremony was the most special “Nights of Lights” ever. We presented many photo moments for many others in the bay. The member’s of The St. Augustine Yacht Club was very fortunate and grateful to be a part of the evening on board Lynx. We were honored to see our burgee flying on Lynx.
Captain Gordon and crew made our evening very enjoyable. Captain Gordon did an incredible job of docking Lynx!
We were very proud to be guest of Lynx and we thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Commodore Barbara Dolan”
Lynx continues to receive comments supporters. Frank Luxem writes:
“Been following you for awhile! I’ve always loved the Lynx, and can’t wait to get her back home here to OC. But it is great to have her as an ambassador to the rest of the country! I’ll keep up on Facebook.”
Alan Jordano from Erie, Pennsylvania writes:
“My wife and I had an opportunity to participate in the evening sail aboard the Lynx last evening (Erie, PA) and I just wanted to compliment everyone. What an outstanding vessel and crew. It was a pleasure to be aboard and observe how they operated the ship during that all too brief 2.5 hours. I may have a photo or two of the Lynx arriving in Erie. If I do and they are presentable I will forward them at a later date.”
Thanks to all for your continued support. If you’d like to send us your comments sign our guestbook here:
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Laurie Lawrence from Erie, Pennsylvania writes:
“I wasn’t sure who to direct this to so I chose to send it to all three of you. I know I never had the opportunity to speak with you but I did want to be sure I took a moment to thank you. I had the unique privilege of cooking on the Lynx for 2 weeks while we sailed from Stergon Bay to Port Washington and then onto Chicago. If I am being honest, I quickly agreed to provide assistance because my Captain, Wesley Heersen of Niagara, had asked me to. But at the time, I really want to be on Niagara (I had only just met the ship the day before in Green Bay). I had never cooked in a galley or sailed on a schooner. I was simply a volunteer from Erie, that owns a Bed & Breakfast, and offers whatever assistance I can to the Niagara.
However, being aboard the Lynx has been one of the greatest adventures of my life. The crew immediately accepted me (even under such unusual circumstances) and although I found myself struggling in the galley, they never faltered. Always being so supportive. Especially the Captain who made me feel right at home, right away and Chiefmate Leann who guided me through a few stressful times. On Niagara, the kids call me Mom (as I am 40 years old), and very quickly ‘my new crew’ started calling me mom too. It was very endearing.
I think it is a tribute to the program that you offer to have such a wonderful crew. I know they are about to go through some changes but it’s the foundation of your organization that really keeps it all together. Which is clearly evident when onboard. I also had the privilege of meeting Captain Trost in Port Washington and he too was very encouraging. They represent your organization well.
I know I am one of hundreds that spent a fleeting moment aboard your beautiful vessel. But I thought it was important to let you know that she is more than beauty. She has a crew that cares deeply and a program that I think is invaluable in today’s day and age. Thank you for a rare and wonderful opportunity.
With sincerity,
Laurie Lawrence”
Tuesday Aug 24th will be a day I will remember for the rest of my life. The Lynx is a fabulous ship. My wife, Debbie and I had a wonderful time aboard her.
A great crew made the voyage a pleasure. They were very personable and easy to talk to. The entire experiance surmounted into the best birthday gift I have ever recieved. Thank you Lynx, and my best friend and wife Debbie for a GREAT day!
- John “Jack” Lawrence
