Reflections on 2021
As 2021 comes to a close and we reflect on this year, we would like to thank everyone for all the support during another unusual year. [...]
Wind Energy
Matt Mortenson has installed wind power for Destiny. There are two D-400 Energy 72 volt wind generators. The maximum power output rating is 600 plus watts. 235 [...]
Solar Panels Installed
Destiny's solar array is both stationary and mobile to allow for a total of 12 panels. Six panels are rack mounted on sliding frames to increase surface [...]
Renewable Energy
When used conservatively, the electrical system aboard Destiny is being designed to provide an indefinite power supply through green energy. Solar and wind provide enough power to [...]
Traditional Handmade Sails for Destiny
The women at Port Townsend Sails made nine sails for Destiny during the month of August. Each sail is unique and required special attention to detail in [...]
Destiny Launch
Destiny returned to the water after three years on land and the celebration was impressive. Ben set off a canon which he made from Destiny's old prop [...]
Scaffolding Stripped Away, Destiny Launches Today!
After eight months at the Shipwright's Co-op, Destiny will launch late this morning. Work will continue dockside for another few months before the schooner sails south. Here [...]
Celebrating Destiny
Last week the owners of Destiny, Dawn and Mike, threw a party in celebration of the exciting progress happening with the restoration project. Many friends and [...]
Making Blocks for Destiny
Dave and Zeke custom made a series of blocks for the rigging on Destiny. Above is the jig used for gluing up the parts. [...]
Pads for Winches
Dave Griswold made pads for the winches on Destiny.