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Launched as the Wilfried in Rendsburg, Germany in 1930, the Kajama traded under sail for nearly 70 years. She was a familiar ship in ports from Northwest Spain, through western Europe, and as far north as Norway and Russia. In 1999, Kajama was delivered transatlantic by Great Lakes Schooner Company and restored to her original profile. We are proud to offer this 164' three-masted gaff-rigged schooner, which can comfortably accommodate parties of up to 225 people. Your group can enjoy deliciously prepared meals in Kajama's spacious single dining room (a 1006 square foot, open, and airy venue that enjoys natural lighting and ventilation through massive skylights). See the Kajama in action ... The Seaworthy SchoonerThe schooner's remarkable reputation was well-earned. Until recently, trade and commerce over much of the world relied almost entirely on small vessels plying established marine routes. Before the expansion of modern road and railroad systems, and the near-universal adoption of engine-driven coastal freighters for trade, the schooner was the speedy, agile workhorse of the sea. Pride of ownership was high, and fierce international rivalries developed among the most elite ships, culminating in the International Fisherman's Races of the early twentieth century. The Canadian Bluenose was one such ship. The BluenoseThe schooner Bluenose was built by Smith and Rhuland and launched in Lunenburg on March 26, 1921. She was built to race by Nova Scotians who were appalled that they had not brought home the International Fishermen's Trophy in the first year it was awarded. The Bluenose took the trophy home the following year, and in her 18-year racing career, remained undefeated. She was a tribute to the Nova Scotia shipwrights and sailors who built her, and her image is cast on on the Canadian dime, a 10 cent coin, in her memory.
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