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SPECIFICATIONS
Flag: USA
Homeport: Chicago, Illinois
Rig: Gaff topsail schooner
Sparred Length: 148'
Rig Height: 85'
Sail Area: 7,380 square fee
WINDY is a 148' traditional, four-masted gaff topsail schooner. She is built of modern materials, however, like old trading schooners and sail training ships, the WINDY has all the character and charm of the great Age of Sail.
WINDY was built by Detyens Shipyard, Inc. of Charleston SC. A custom design, she was conceived by Captain Robert Marthai, a longtime sailor and traveler and was welcomed as the biggest and newest schooner to the Lake Michigan Fleet in July 1996. She is now owned by Captain Bruce and Karen Randall, owner of another member of Lake Michigan's fleet, Red Witch.
From the beginning, WINDY's mission was intended to bring Tall Ship sailing to the public, for enjoyment, personal and spiritual growth, and self-discovery. In the years since coming to Navy Pier, WINDY saw many thousands of students, Girl Scout, Boy Scouts, youth groups, families and other guests across her decks for educational cruises, daysailing, festivals, religious, corporate, and private celebrations. Her skyline cruises became legendary and WINDY was awarded the status of official flagship of the City of Chicago, by Mayor Richard M. Daley in 2006.
Website: www.tallshipwindy.com
Source: A Tall Ship Windy
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