Schooner Ocean Star

(Schooners Argo, Ocean Star, and Vela are operated by Seamester)

A two-masted schooner, Ocean Star sits at 88ft overall and has sail plan that differs from Argo in that she carries a gaff on her foresail. Designed and built in the USA, she was first launched in 1991 then was added to the Sea|mester fleet in 2000. Ocean Star accommodates 16 students and 4 staff.

Rather than crossing oceans as a focus, the voyages run aboard Ocean Star are better suited for those looking for more of a near coastal sailing experience and, as a result, these programs tend to spend more time exploring ashore and in almost all cases, offer more opportunities for scuba diving and scuba certifications.