Sailing Expedition: Journeying to America Aboard the Gorch Fock - Sailing Across the Atlantic: Venturing to America Aboard the "Gorch Fock"
German Navy's Sail Training Ship Gorch Fock Offers Work & Travel Program
The German Navy's sail training ship, the Gorch Fock, is offering a unique opportunity for young people to participate in a six-month Work & Travel program aboard this historic tall ship.
The Gorch Fock, a well-known navy sail training ship that sails in German and international waters, is primarily used for training naval cadets but occasionally offers civilian opportunities like Work & Travel or sail training programs. Participants will assist with sailing operations, learning seamanship, and gaining unique sailing experience on a large three-mast barque.
For those interested in joining the Work & Travel program, detailed official information on the application process specific to the Gorch Fock may not be readily available online. However, such programs typically require candidates to meet age and fitness requirements, and an application process with the German Navy or an affiliated maritime training institution. Applications can involve written submissions, interviews, and medical certification to ensure candidates can physically handle the demands of sailing.
To apply or get more information, the best approach is to contact the German Navy's personnel office or visit the official German Navy or Federal Ministry of Defense websites. They often provide announcements, eligibility criteria, and the application procedure for sail training programs, including those offered aboard the Gorch Fock.
Key points to note:
- The Gorch Fock is embarking on a training voyage with 30 young people as part of the "Bundeswehr Discovery Days" program.
- The ship will set sail for the USA in spring, with 25 spots per voyage segment and 100 spots offered per year after the America voyage.
- The special application process for the program includes three months of basic training and a month in a reserve unit.
- Recruits will join the Gorch Fock after their training and participate in one of three six-week voyage segments.
- Bornkessel, the German Navy's commander, emphasizes that military readiness involves more than just modern ships, ammunition, and good equipment; it also requires perseverance, teamwork, and a certain kind of courage.
In addition to the Work & Travel program, the Gorch Fock will participate in various events throughout the year. For instance, it will take part in "Sail 2025" in Bremerhaven and is scheduled to return to Kiel on September 16th. The crew and ship plan to participate in New York's Independence Day celebrations on July 4th during their journey to America.
The return journey via Halifax, Iceland, and Kiel is scheduled for late July. The spring tours will focus on Work & Travel, providing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young people to experience sailing on this historic vessel.
For those interested in joining this exciting adventure, it's recommended to check official German Navy recruiting pages or contact a German naval recruitment center to get accurate, current information about participation and application deadlines.
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- For those contemplating signing up for the Work & Travel program aboard the Gorch Fock, they might find it exciting to adopt a mariner's lifestyle, traveling across vast seas and learning sailing skills that are unique to the tall ship experiences.
