What's On at the Sydney Heritage Fleet

James Craig sails with a bone in her teeth
Photo:- Mike Richter

July 2008

Thursday 10 July James Craig Shanty Session. 7.30 pm on board James Craig at Wharf 7. Theme - "Wind, weather and storm", for example, Mingulay Boat Song, Roll Down, Paddy West, Rolling Down to Old Maui. Your opportunity to join in the fun. Phone (02) 9298 3888.

Sunday 13 July James Craig sailing adventure. Winter Windjammer Special. Your opportunity to board this magnificent 19th Century ship for a glorious day out to sea under sail (0930 - 1600). Details and online booking here, or phone (02) 9298 3888.

Tuesday 22 July Start of the next ever popular Tom Mort rope and rigging course. Learn knots, splicing, netting and many other nautical skills from an expert. Each Tuesday evening until 26th August. More details here. For booking, phone 9298 3888.

Thursday 24 July James Craig Shanty Session. 7.30 pm on board James Craig at Wharf 7. Your opportunity to join in the fun. Phone (02) 9298 3888.

Saturday 26 July James Craig sailing adventure. Winter Windjammer Special. Your opportunity to board this magnificent 19th Century ship for a glorious day out to sea under sail (0930 - 1600). Details and online booking here, or phone (02) 9298 3888.


August 2008

Sunday 3 August James Craig sailing adventure. Winter Windjammer Special. Your opportunity to board this magnificent 19th Century ship for a glorious day out to sea under sail (0930 - 1600). Details and online booking here, or phone (02) 9298 3888.

Saturday 9 August Fleet Discovery Day. Want to join us? See the Fleet working and see what you could do as a member volunteer (working member). The day includes a boat trip to the Heritage Shipyard to see the restoration work being done and inspect the Fleet vessels berthed there, followed by a Wharf 7 tour of our collections, workshops and James Craig. It includes the Fleet Induction for those who decide to join, with the essential OH&S. Set aside the day for it. Booking is essential. For more information and to book, ring 9298 3888 or Volunteer Services 9298 3870 (leave a message) or email vservices@shf.org.au

Waratah, one of our historic vessels often used for Harbour Cruises.

Wednesday 13 August Tall Ship Stories (Members only). "Weather we like it or not" - Jonathan Bogais of Sailing With Attitude casts a skyward glance at what helps and hinders seagoers - a glimpse of the implications of weather and its effect on voyages in yachts, cruise liners, tankers, fishing boats . . .

Saturday 16 August James Craig sailing adventure. Winter Windjammer Special. Your opportunity to board this magnificent 19th Century ship for a glorious day out to sea under sail (0930 - 1600). Details and online booking here, or phone (02) 9298 3888.


September 2008

Wednesday 3 September Tall Ship Stories (Members only). "Cockatoo Island" by John Jeremy. Further details to come, but keep the evening free!

Saturday 13 September Fleet Discovery Day. Want to join us? See the Fleet working and see what you could do as a member volunteer (working member). The day includes a boat trip to the Heritage Shipyard to see the restoration work being done and inspect the Fleet vessels berthed there, followed by a Wharf 7 tour of our collections, workshops and James Craig. It includes the Fleet Induction for those who decide to join, with the essential OH&S. Set aside the day for it. Booking is essential. For more information and to book, ring 9298 3888 or Volunteer Services 9298 3870 (leave a message) or email vservices@shf.org.au

Sunday 14 September James Craig sailing adventure. Winter Windjammer Special. Your opportunity to board this magnificent 19th Century ship for a glorious day out to sea under sail (0930 - 1600). Details and online booking here, or phone (02) 9298 3888.

Saturday 27 September James Craig sailing adventure. Winter Windjammer Special. Your opportunity to board this magnificent 19th Century ship for a glorious day out to sea under sail (0930 - 1600). Details and online booking here, or phone (02) 9298 3888.


October 2008

Wednesday 1 October Tall Ship Stories (Members only). Details to come, but keep the evening free!

Saturday 18 October Fleet Discovery Day. Want to join us? See the Fleet working and see what you could do as a member volunteer (working member). The day includes a boat trip to the Heritage Shipyard to see the restoration work being done and inspect the Fleet vessels berthed there, followed by a Wharf 7 tour of our collections, workshops and James Craig. It includes the Fleet Induction for those who decide to join, with the essential OH&S. Set aside the day for it. Booking is essential. For more information and to book, ring 9298 3888 or Volunteer Services 9298 3870 (leave a message) or email vservices@shf.org.au

Tuesday 21 October Start of the next ever popular Tom Mort rope and rigging course. Learn knots, splicing, netting and many other nautical skills from an expert. Each Tuesday evening until 25th November. More details here. For booking, phone 9298 3888.


November 2008

Wednesday 5 November Tall Ship Stories (Members only). Details to come, but keep the evening free!

Saturday 8 November Fleet Discovery Day. Want to join us? See the Fleet working and see what you could do as a member volunteer (working member). The day includes a boat trip to the Heritage Shipyard to see the restoration work being done and inspect the Fleet vessels berthed there, followed by a Wharf 7 tour of our collections, workshops and James Craig. It includes the Fleet Induction for those who decide to join, with the essential OH&S. Set aside the day for it. Booking is essential. For more information and to book, ring 9298 3888 or Volunteer Services 9298 3870 (leave a message) or email vservices@shf.org.au


December 2008

Saturday 6 December Fleet Discovery Day. Want to join us? See the Fleet working and see what you could do as a member volunteer (working member). The day includes a boat trip to the Heritage Shipyard to see the restoration work being done and inspect the Fleet vessels berthed there, followed by a Wharf 7 tour of our collections, workshops and James Craig. It includes the Fleet Induction for those who decide to join, with the essential OH&S. Set aside the day for it. Booking is essential. For more information and to book, ring 9298 3888 or Volunteer Services 9298 3870 (leave a message) or email vservices@shf.org.au

Wednesday 31 December New Year's Eve Spectacular on board James Craig. Enjoy the New Year's Eve celebrations from the PRIME location on Sydney Harbour, anchored between the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Details (and online booking) here, or phone (02) 9298 3888.