The famous clippers were developed from these fast schooners and brigs. A brig only has two masts and has square sails on both masts. The heavy English Man o’ War ’s were not fit to catch the light and fast American brigs and schooners who used the “hit and run” tactics to great advantage and considerable embarrassment to the English Royal Navy. ‘Morgenster’ is rigged as a brig, or a ‘clipper-brig’ as the Dutch like to describe it. This particular mast and sail arrangement was developed by the Americans during their struggle for independence. When I asked him what was special about the ship, his first comment was:īest Bit about Morgenster: Harry & Marian – Their enthusiasm for their ship and the love of what they do.” Adam Purser 2016 Harry and Marian Mutter run tall ship Morgenster Manoeuvrable and Fast Clipper Brig Harry loves his music too so musical instruments and a bit of crew singing often feature during a voyage or in port.ĭirector of Classic Sailing Adam Purser sailed with them in 2016. This sociable Dutch couple put a huge deal of thought and good design into the conversion of Morgenster from deep sea fishing vessel hull to a well functioning and elegant square rigger in 2008. They knew exactly what they wanted when they bought a new ship. Morgenster means Morning Star, and she is the second sailing ship that Harry and Marianne have run together, over many years. Young crews on Morgenster Sail with the Owners – Loving What They Do Harry is well respected throughout the sail training world and loves to teach and Jakob has just won Sail Trainer of the Year 2017. The Netherlands has a big fleet of working sailing ships and the famous Enkhuizen Zeevaartschool (Nautical College) training future mariners in sail as well as modern ships, so the standard of volunteer and paid crew is generally high, with excellent English used as the working language. The style of sailing is laid back, but don’t under estimate the professionalism of the crew. Morgenster has managed to excel in both thoughtful and educational sail training voyages for young people, and extremely hospitable adventure cruising for adults to locations like Cape Verde or the Canaries. Our expert view: What Morgenster Does Best Laid Back Style, Educational & Fun
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