Marine Learning Project

We see workforce shortages and a growing need for conservation-driven skills in Maine’s marine industry. At the Marine Learning Project, we teach practical, future-ready skills — from technical trades to sustainable practices — that prepare Maine youth for local careers. Learn how our programs close workforce gaps and support community resilience. https://wix.to/y30nxJU . Join us or share with a family who should know.

Start the enrollment process today https://www.marinelearningproject.org/program-sign-up

Enrollment Now Open: 2026 Discovery Voyages—Reserve Your Spot!

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⚓ CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: Help Prepare Harvey Gamage for Discovery Voyages 2026 ⚓

As we move into spring, preparations aboard the schooner Harvey Gamage are ramping up—and we’re inviting our community to be part of it.

Each season, Discovery Voyages provides Maine students with hands-on maritime education and workforce exposure. Before we can welcome students aboard, there is critical vessel work that must be completed—and that effort takes a team.

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with vessel prep on the following dates:

Key Work Periods:

April 15–17: Shrink wrap removal & initial prep
April 20–22: Rigging the vessel to sail
May 1 onward: Haul out & begin paint work

Special Volunteer Events:

May 9 – Sanding Party (Rain Date: May 10)
May 16 – Painting Party

🕣 Full-day efforts (approx. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM)
☕ Lunch, coffee, and refreshments provided
🚧 Unique opportunity to work aboard and even operate alongside lift equipment (under supervision)

Scope of Work Includes:

Mechanical servicing (engines, pumps, fuel systems)
Interior and bilge cleaning, sanding, and painting
Varnishing brightwork and deck structures
Systems organization and safety improvements
General vessel prep for USCG inspection and season launch

Whether you’re a seasoned mariner, tradesperson, or simply someone who wants to support experiential education in Maine—we welcome your help.

This is more than maintenance—it’s the foundation that makes our youth programming possible.

👉 Interested in volunteering? Reach out or message us directly to get involved.

Let’s get Harvey Gamage ready to sail—and ready to inspire.

We are proud to announce that Epifanes Yacht Coatings is the first corporate sponsor of our 2026 season.

As a global leader in premium marine coatings, Epifanes is synonymous with craftsmanship, durability, and excellence on the water. Their early commitment to the 2026 season ensures that Marine Learning Project can continue delivering high-impact maritime education through Discovery Voyages aboard the schooner Harvey Gamage.

With Epifanes’ support, Harvey Gamage will head into the 2026 season looking her absolute best — preserving not only the vessel’s integrity and beauty, but also the hands-on learning environment our students rely on. A well-maintained vessel is more than aesthetics; it is safety, pride, and a living classroom for Maine’s next generation of maritime professionals.

We are deeply grateful for Epifanes’ leadership and belief in our mission. Their partnership sets the tone for a strong 2026 season ahead.

Thank you, Epifanes, for investing in craftsmanship, education, and the future of Maine’s working waterfront.

⚓ Now Hiring for 2026 | Schooner Harvey Gamage

The historic schooner Harvey Gamage is crewing up for the 2026 season of Discovery Voyages, the flagship experiential maritime education program of the Marine Learning Project.

We are seeking mission-aligned maritime professionals who are passionate about youth development, hands-on education, and working aboard a traditional sailing vessel.

Positions Include: • Mate
• Deckhands
• Education Officer

Ideal candidates are safety-driven, team-oriented, adaptable, and excited about mentoring students at sea while maintaining high operational standards aboard a historic vessel.

📩 To inquire or submit interest:
[email protected]

2026 Season | Maine-Based | Educational Maritime Program

Merry Christmas from the Marine Learning Project and Harvey Gamage.

As we reflect on an incredible year of seamanship, education, and community on the water, we are deeply grateful for our students, families, volunteers, crew, and supporters who make this work possible. Wishing you a season filled with warmth, wonder, and fair winds as we look ahead to new adventures in the year to come.