Don't wait until next summer to see your friends and to make new ones! Would you like to enrich your sailing skills and reach ahead in your logbook?

 

If yes, then this program is for you! Registration open October 21, 2025. This is open to Bytown Brigantine Inc trainee's. Program starts January 10, 2026. Start time 9 a.m. and ends 4 p.m. Run out of our Ottawa office, 2700 Queensview Dr, Ottawa, ON K2B 8H6.  We will run program, alternate Saturdays until May 23.   

 

Program fee:150$ plus HST. For more information email: registrar@tallshipsadventure.org.

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This Winter 2026 Tall Ships Adventure is providing a fun and engaging opportunity to further develop skills learned during the summer sailing season. From logbook lessons to hands-on experience, there is something new for everyone to learn! 

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All lessons & and workshops are planned will be in person in Ottawa.

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We're happy to offer participants the chance to take unique courses that give them valuable maritime skills.

 

Having these skills, and getting this unique experience prepares you for the Transport Canada qualifications required of a professional crew! Specific skills, topics and certifications that will be covered include:

•       Advanced Marine First Aid certification (3rd Party)
•       Leadership & Career Development
•       Chart work and navigation training 
•       Collision regulations (or how to avoid collisions!)
•       Skills needed to acquire your PCOC 
•       Skills needed for S.V.M.O.
 

Trainees, will develop problem-solving and analytical skills, work on planning, setting, and achieving goals, as well as developing character, a sense of self, and how to be a contributing member of a dynamic team.