Friday evening December 8th, 2006 aboard the Barque Picton Castle:
Laura Gainey was washed off the deck by a rogue wave! Captain Moreland has commented on the Barque Picton Castle site in regards to the event. (Sorry, but they no longer have the link on their site to the specific event).
It's a very tragic event, but to the men and women who have sailed the seas it is a known risk they all take.
The endless motion of mighty ocean waves is not a force that can be tamed. The oceans power is what makes sailing a thrilling adventure, but the adventure can also become a nightmare.
To a courageous woman like Laura, adventures on the high seas is what they live for, and for some the waves become the caretaker of their soul.
The search continued, but survival beyond the initial 36 hours due to hypothermia left little hope to find her. Unfortunately the odds are that Laura has most likely perished at sea.
They did find several garments of clothing, but sadly there was no sign of the young female sailor.
Treasure!
-
Ahoy sailors! You have found a place to explore tall sailing ships under the sails of the sun. We know you will enjoy your stay as you disco... -
Now here's something you don't see every day! Wow, this is a very unusual antique treasure, which I saw up for auction on Ebay. I wa... -
Every sport or recreational activity calls for the right tools, or “toys” if you prefer! The need for the right tools and equipment is espec...
-
As they say, "Good things take time!" and it certainly is true with a time-consuming project of restoring a sailing vessel like th...
-
Modern man is lavishly spoiled with high tech equipment. Gone are the days when sailors had to navigate through fog or cloudy days without p...
-
A rare sighting of Popeye the sailor man, with Olive Oil Oyl! OMGosh! Could hardly believe my eyes - lol. My friend and I ran into Popeye... -
Antique clipper ship models, and nautical items make great gifts, and bring a nostalgic look to any decor. I love nautical treasures, and ev... -
The celebrated A-I Extreme Clipper Ship! Ahoy Sailors! Coleman's California Line for San Francisco is ready to set David Crockett off ... -
Were you a fan of Bugs Bunny or Yosemite Sam? Here's a classic pirate cartoon you're sure to find fun! Arrrr!
-
Many romantic moments are captured by the sea, and it can become the perfect location for a wedding. Although many have experienced a weddin...