World Ocean School

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World Ocean School Experiential education, public sails, and private charter events aboard our two historic tall ships.

World Ocean School exists to provide students of all backgrounds with immersive opportunities to learn to care for themselves, their crew, and the ir ship, becoming vessels of change in the world they inherit. We operate programs aboard the traditionally rigged schooners Roseway and Denis Sullivan.

It was fantastic having Ginna | La Motoviajera Gringa aboard to capture the experience alongside students from Alexandri...
10/23/2026

It was fantastic having Ginna | La Motoviajera Gringa aboard to capture the experience alongside students from Alexandria Seaport Foundation and share her genuine curiosity about the fascinating world of tall ships!

📸 Virginia Taylor Ginna | La Motoviajera Gringa

ST. CROIX STUDENTS! Ready to experience the Virgin Islands in a whole new way?This winter break, World Ocean School is i...
10/22/2026

ST. CROIX STUDENTS! Ready to experience the Virgin Islands in a whole new way?

This winter break, World Ocean School is inviting high school students ages 14–18 from across the USVI to spend seven days sailing the 137-foot schooner Denis Sullivan!

Learn to sail, take the helm, make new friends, and become part of the crew as you explore your home waters.

No sailing experience necessary. Full and partial scholarships are available!

📅 December 27 – January 2
🌊 Ages 14–18
⏳ Applications due November 1

Apply today!
https://www.worldoceanschool.org/winter-ambassador

Parents, teachers, and community members: Know a student who would love this opportunity? Help us spread the word!

10/22/2026

Denis Sullivan is a tall ship, but it’s also a whole lot of other things!

What if your teenager spent winter break sailing the Caribbean? ⛵🌴This December, High School students ages 14–18 can spe...
10/17/2026

What if your teenager spent winter break sailing the Caribbean? ⛵🌴

This December, High School students ages 14–18 can spend seven days aboard Denis Sullivan, exploring the Virgin Islands, learning to sail, making new friends, and discovering what they’re capable of.

No sailing experience necessary. Full and partial scholarships are available!

📅 December 27 – January 2
🌊 Ages 14–18
⏳ Apply by November 1

Applications are open! Check out our website for more information about applying

https://www.worldoceanschool.org/winter-ambassador

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Tall ships woo hoo!!
10/13/2026

Tall ships woo hoo!!

A great day of learning, teamwork, and sailing with students from Lillie May Carroll Jackson School! ⛵We loved welcoming...
10/13/2026

A great day of learning, teamwork, and sailing with students from Lillie May Carroll Jackson School! ⛵

We loved welcoming you aboard Denis Sullivan!

A huge thank you to our partners Vane Brothers for helping make experiences like this possible.

BALTIMORE! Denis Sullivan is back for GCBSR !OCT. 13 | BALTIMOREOpen Docks | Anchorage Marina | 12–7 PMOCT. 14 | BALTIMO...
10/12/2026

BALTIMORE! Denis Sullivan is back for GCBSR !

OCT. 13 | BALTIMORE
Open Docks | Anchorage Marina | 12–7 PM

OCT. 14 | BALTIMORE
Open Docks | Anchorage Marina | 10 AM–2 PM
Parade of Sail | Inner Harbor | 5–7 PM | Tickets Available 🎟️

OCT. 15 | ANNAPOLIS
Race Start | Thomas Point | Noon

Guy, Cathead, and Baggy Wrinkle… Yes these are real words.Swipe to get ready for that game winning sailing question at t...
10/09/2026

Guy, Cathead, and Baggy Wrinkle… Yes these are real words.

Swipe to get ready for that game winning sailing question at trivia night!

What tall ship terms should we explore next?

What are you doing two weeks from now? ⛵We have just 3 spots left for the Carolina Passage aboard Denis Sullivan.October...
10/07/2026

What are you doing two weeks from now? ⛵

We have just 3 spots left for the Carolina Passage aboard Denis Sullivan.

October 21–28, 2026
Norfolk, VA to Charleston, SC
$875 + booking fee | Ages 18+

This is more than just a sightseeing cruise. Along with incredible views and the chance to spot creatures along the way (probably no krakens), you’ll become part of a watch and take an active role in life aboard.

Never sailed before? You’re welcome aboard. Our professional crew will teach and guide you throughout the passage.

Only 3 spots remain.

Book your spot: https://tinyurl.com/2kb3ctf4

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2 Northern Avenue
Boston, MA
02205

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