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Tag Archives: Helsinki

Gaff Ketch Wyvern Sinks in Tall Ship Race from Aarhus to Helsinki

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Rick SpilmanJuly 11, 2013

The gaff ketch Wyvern sank this morning while sailing in the Baltic as a Class B vessel in the Tall Ships Races 2013 from Aarhus to Helsinki.  According to Sail Training International:  She began taking on water earlier today at the centre … Continue reading →

Posted in Current, Lore of the Sea, Ships | Tagged Aarhus, gaff ketch, Helsinki, sinks, Tall Ship Race, Wyvern

Finnish Ferry Runs Aground While the Captain Stuck in Loo

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Rick SpilmanAugust 23, 2011

I am trying to decide whether this story is more funny or scary. As there were no serious injuries, I am leaning toward funny.  Thanks to Dirk Bal for passing it along. Finnish ferry ran aground while the captain was stuck in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Current, Lore of the Sea, Ships | Tagged captain, Finnish ferry, Helsinki, ship's bathroom
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