Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Tall Ship Weekends

These programs are designed for groups of 15-22 sea cadets, taking place on weekend dates in June and September in Hamilton Harbour. The curriculum has been developed with L.Cdr (ret) Walt Dermott, CD, OMC, to meet Canadian Sea Cadet training requirements. 

Activities support LHQ training and and allow for additional PO/EO work and confirmation of skills for each Phase level, including

• Line and Sail Handling
• Safety and Emergency Procedures
• Climbing Aloft into the rigging
• Helming and Watchkeeping

The FTX weekends are preceded by this LHQ training for each Phase. A prepared Operational Order is available for modification as well.

The Phase 1 and Phase 2 weekends have been running since 2022. Teaching is led by our volunteer crew, and supervised by our Transport Canada certified Captains and First Mates. Scroll down for photos of past Sea Cadet weekends aboard TS Playfair for an idea of what to expect!

Phase 1 Program All sea cadets start here!  2 days on board: Saturday dryland training at the dock, Sunday sailing in the harbour Cadets to bring their own lunch and snacks See Schedule and Curriculum See Kit List Please contact us at [email protected] (416) 596-7117 for available weekends and prices Phase 2 Program  For sea cadets who have already completed Phase 1 2 days + 1 overnight on board Food provided  Please contact us at [email protected] or (416) 596-7117 for available weekends, prices, and further sailing details

Programs almost always start and end at Harbour West Marina, West Docks Entry, near the Leander Boat Club.

Summer Voyages

We welcome Sea Cadets who are interested in a longer voyage on board our tall ships to register for a summer voyage here. Financial assistance is available through our Pathfinder Access Fund. Contact [email protected] or call us on (416)596-7117 with any questions about summer voyages or the registration process! 

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