The sixty-metre Norwegian tall ship Sørlandet has arrived in Dublin Bay on Friday, 19 September.
Built in 1927, it is described by its operator as “the world’s oldest and most authentic fully-rigged ship still in active service”, according to the Sail Training International organisation.
The vessel runs sail training voyages in which participants work alongside the crew. “You, your new shipmates and our crew will set sail together,” the operator said.
Trainees are assigned to three watches—Port, Midships and Starboard—which rotate through duties at sea. “Everyone will receive training and guidance from our professional crew members regardless of previous experience,” the operator added.
On board tasks include sail handling, lookout and helm under supervision. “We will show you how you can, with your bare hands and your team, move 850 tons of steel through the water,” a crew member said.
The operator says voyages prioritise safety and seamanship, with the aim of reaching the next port “as fast as possible in the safest manner.”
It says food and drinks are included on board and in port, with two to three extra nights alongside typically scheduled. For information and a digital Trainee Handbook, the operator lists [email protected]
