Camden, Maine - The Windjammer Angelique on January 10th announced they were handing the helm over to Captain Dennis and Candace who are no strangers to this beautiful sailing vessel.Captain Mike and Lynne wrote a statement on their Facebook page about handing over the helm to Captain Dennis and Candace.
"Lynne and I are pleased to have Captain Dennis and Candace take the helm of Angelique and begin a new chapter with this awesome vessel. Standing down on our watch is something that our family has pondered for a couple of years. We feel that passing the torch to Captain Dennis and Candace made the most sense for the stewardship of Angelique and the needs of our guests. We are happy they accepted the challenge.
Lynne and I are looking forward to simplifying our lives, doing something different, setting new goals. It has been a great sail! One with no regrets. Keep her full and by Captain Dennis and Candace!
Fair winds,
Captain Mike and Lynne"
Maine Windjammer Association had this to say about the changing of hands.
"Big news in the world of Maine windjamming...we're very pleased to announce that Captain Dennis Gallant and Candace Kuchinski are the proud new owners of Windjammer Angelique.
No stranger to windjamming, Dennis worked aboard Angelique for many years and knows the vessel inside and out. Candace, an avid sailor and photographer, will handle the shoreside aspects of running the business. We warmly welcome them to the fleet...as well as wish Captain Mike and Lynne McHenry all the best in their future endeavors! "
RCN America Network wishes Captain Mike and Lynne the best of luck. We know that Captain Dennis and Candace will take great care of the Windjammer Angelique and hope to get to know these new Captains/Owners.
Designed only for windjamming and built for comfort, Angelique is swift, snug, safe. Her deep draft hull and full keel assure maximum stability even in a "blow". Her steel and wood construction combine the 21st-century's highest safety standards and the authenticity of classic 19th-century English Channel and North Sea windjammers plus:
Captain/owner operated
Angelique meets US Coast Guard and Lloyd's specifications for sail vessels carrying passengers7 water-tight compartments
2 powerful auxiliary diesel engines
VHF radio, radar, and GPS
no smoking is allowed in the deckhouse or below deck
In order that everyone aboard has a wonderful week, Captain Dennis stipulates: The minimum guest age is 12. Moderation is expected in the use of alcohol. Excessive drinking is unacceptable among shipmates. In consideration of others, radios should not be brought aboard unless provided with earphones.
Angelique Specifications:
Gaff Topsail Ketch
Length Overall: 130 feet
Length of Deck: 95 feet
Beam: 23 feet, 7-1/2 inches
Draft: 11 feet
Sail Area: 5269 square feet
Displacement: 142 tons
Passengers: 31
Crew: 7
You can follow Windjammer Angelique on Facebook by clicking here. Website for Angelique is www.sailangelique.com.
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