Sailors’ Series: Young Sailors, Big Horizons - New Bedford Whaling Museum
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Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Schedule:
5:30 PM – Doors open
6:00 PM – Welcome remarks
6:05 PM – Program & panel discussion
6:50 PM – Audience Q&A
7:00 PM – Reception

Sailors’ Series: Young Sailors, Big Horizons

Wednesday, November 12, 2025  at 6 PM 

Adventure. Teamwork. Resilience. In just four years, the Community Boating Center’s OffShore team has logged more than 7,500 nautical miles with 150 young sailors and coaches—building confidence, skill, and community every step of the way.

This past summer, the team embarked on their biggest challenge yet: competing in their first international race, the Marblehead to Halifax. Against seasoned competitors, the crew not only held their own—they triumphed, bringing home a division win.

Now, hear the story directly from the sailors themselves. Team members will share unforgettable memories from their transformative journey, the highs and lows of offshore racing, and what comes next as they set their sights on the 2026 Newport to Bermuda Race.

Come be inspired by these remarkable young voices and join in the conversation during an engaging panel discussion with youth sailors Daniel Renehan and Shealin Palmer, moderated by Richard Feeny, Education Director at Community Boating Center. A brief reception will follow the speaking program.

From left to right, Daniel Renehan, Shealin Palmer, Richard Feeny
From left to right, Daniel Renehan, Shealin Palmer, Richard Feeny

This program is presented in collaboration with Community Boating Center, whose mission is to instill positive life values in youth through boating. Community Boating Center (CBC) is a youth mentorship and outreach organization that uses boating and the marine environment to involve kids in safe, fun learning experiences. Learn more at www.communityboating.org 

Supported by Ruth and Hope Atkinson

Supported in part by
The Samuel D. Rusitzky Lecture Fund

The Sailors’ Series is an annual, legacy lecture series of the New Bedford Whaling Museum that presents a wide variety of experiences and adventures by individuals with lifelong commitments to sailing, boats, and the sea.

Sponsored by

 

Logo of Burr Bros. Boats, Inc. from Marion, MA. The design features three red nautical pennants in the center, enclosed within a blue oval border. The company name 'Burr Bros. Boats, Inc.' is written around the oval, with 'Marion, MA' at the bottom.