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Ganwright
ganwright (noun)
/ˈɡæn.raɪt/ — GAN-ryt
Definition:
Keeping traditional sailing practices alive and on course—both literally and culturally. Not just preserving old ways of seamanship but also ensuring things keep going the right way: with skill, care, and respect for the craft.
Etymology:
Formed from the Scots word “gan”, meaning to go or to continue, combined with “wright”, meaning a maker or craftsman. It also plays on the word “right”, suggesting correctness, proper course, or doing things the right way.
With over 20 years at sea—including six Trans-Atlantic crossings on a square-rigged ship and more miles than we could count—we’ve sailed traditional vessels in all corners of the globe. From the tidal pull of Scotland’s Corryvreckan to the steep cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, the icy fjords of Iceland to the warm trades of the Caribbean, the places we’ve sailed have shaped not just where we've been, but what we've learned along the way.
We’ve sailed through calms, gales, squalls, and open-ocean crossings, always with respect for the vessels, the traditions, and the people who carry them forward.
Our experiences have given us a deep understanding of how to care for these old ladies, ensuring they’re ready to meet the demands of any voyage. As experienced hands, we bring not just skill, but stewardship—doing it right, keeping it going, and passing it on.
Your project is part of that journey.
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