The ANC and Young Endeavour Voyage Scheme is a sailing program for Australian Navy Cadets aged 16 and over, focused on building leadership, teamwork and communication skills through sail training.
This scheme is being sponsored by the RAN and will extend to 24 Australian Navy Cadets and three ANC staff members to participate in two dedicated voyages on STS Young Endeavour. Sponsorship will cover all voyage fees, airfares and accommodation. Nominations will be sought from cadets over the age of 16 years and placement will be offered to the top 24 cadets who can demonstrate outstanding personal and leadership qualities and who have made a valuable contribution to their local community during the past 12 months.
Over the course of each voyage, 24 Navy Cadets and three ANC staff members will learn aspects of sailing a 44-metre, square rigged tall ship on the open sea including climbing the 30 metre mast, setting sails, navigating, keeping watch, taking the helm and helping in the galley. ANC crew will be trained by a professional Navy crew who are there to ensure the highest standards of safety and care.
The YEYS staff will lead and run the Ship’s usual training, games/sport and activity programs, with all ANC staff and cadets coming under the direction and supervision of the Ship’s crew. This is not a military program. ANC staff will not have a leadership role while embarked in STS Young Endeavour but will fully participate in the ship’s youth development program on an equal footing with the cadets whom they would usually lead. The focus of the voyage is on self development, the atmosphere is informal and all ship’s company and youth crew are addressed on a first name basis.
Members can obtain more information from the Members Area.
Click here to access more information on STS Young Endeavour.
Young Endeavour Circumnavigates Australia
Are you between 16 and 23 years old? Looking for a challenge?
Spend 11 days at sea with a youth crew from around Australia, learning how to sail a 44 metre, square rigged tall ship, and developing teamwork, leadership and communication skills under the guidance of the Royal Australian Navy.
Apply on line at www.youngendeavour.gov.au or phone 1800 020 444 for details.
The Young Endeavour Youth Scheme provides young Australians with a unique, challenging and inspirational experience at sea in Young Endeavour. Youth crew participate in all aspects of sailing, from climbing the mast to navigation, watch-keeping, taking helm and even cooking in the galley. No previous sailing experience is required.
Leading Seaman Cadet Rebecca Poultney of New South Wales, who recently completed a voyage from Mackay to Brisbane, described the experience as inspirational. “The trip has been amazing,” said Rebecca. “Climbing the foremast to the very top was a challenge, but an amazing achievement. It showed me that I should make the most out of life and seize the day”.
Tasmanian Leading Seaman Cadet Adam Rigby also recently completed the eleven day youth development program. “It was awesome. I loved it!” said Adam at the end of his voyage. “I have made new friends that I am so comfortable with, who share very similar interests to me. It has been the best experience of my life so far and I would strongly recommend it!”
In 2011 Young Endeavour will sail to places such as the Whitsundays, the spectacular south eastern coast, and across Bass Strait.
To sail in Young Endeavour apply for our ballot (which is like a lottery). The ballot opens twice each year, in January and August - you've got to be in it to have a chance to sail!
Apply on line at www.youngendeavour.gov.au or phone 1800 020 444 for details.