War of 1812 Tall Ship LYNX “America’s Privateer” Returns to Newburgh, NY to Celebrate The War of 1812 200th Anniversary

Newburgh, NY. On October 18, 2012 – All law-abiding and loyal citizens are urged to be vigilant and alert to the presence on your coast of the weatherly, fast, and heavily armed Clipper Schooner Lynx. The 122-foot square top sail
schooner Lynx will be sailing into Newburgh on Thursday, October 18^th  at 3 pm. Join the flotilla as she fires
a salute from her main battery of 6-pounder carronades upon her grand entrance.
“We are very excited to return to Newburgh, and want to thank wholeheartedly our Hosts, Steve Kaufman with the
Riverfront Marina, Jim Williams for coordinating our visit, and the City of Newburgh. It is through their generous support that Newburgh residents will have the chance to walk the decks and step back in time aboard Lynx, America’s Privateer our National Treasure.” Jeffrey Woods, Executive Director, Lynx Educational Foundation said. “Lynx is well into her five-year mission along the East Coast of the United States and Canada Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Star-Spangled Banner.” 

Don’t miss this photo opportunity as we relive history.

 Lynx is an interpretation of an actual privateer named Lynx built by Thomas Kemp in 1812 in Fell's Point,
Maryland. She was among the first ships to defend American freedom by evading the British naval fleet then blockading American ports and serving in the
important privateering efforts. Although captured early in the war, the original LYNX design was recognized as superior. With her rakish profile and superior sailing abilities, she served as an inspiration to those ships that
would follow. Naval Architects continue to study her power and grace. She is fitted with period ordnance and flies pennants and flags from the 1812 era. With a noble mission, Lynx acts as a dynamic educational platform and provides a unique opportunity for students to interact with their American History lessons and renders a hands-on experience. Students and adults recognize the War of 1812 as a significant element of American heritage and as a turning point in the development of our national identity.

The Privateer Lynx was hired to train the cast and crew of the hit movie Pirates of the Caribbean.

Climb aboard and step back in time as you relive history and feel the adventure. Join the crew and hoist the sails, steer the ship, fire the main battery of six-pounder carronades and experience first hand life aboard a
traditional, square topsail schooner. On decks and below Lynx evokes the life, spirit, and atmosphere of a vanished age of sail.

Lynx is available for Private Charters – Team Building – Receptions – School Programs

Public Sailing Schedule:

Lynx Schedule: October 18 - 21

Thursday – October 18 - 3 pm - Grand Arrival with Deck Gun Salute - Ship Tours – 4 pm – 5 pm

Friday, October 19

Ship Tours - 10 - 2 pm            

Sailaway - 3 - 5 pm                        

Saturday, October 20

Ship Tours - 10 - 12 pm

Sailaway - 1 - 3 pm & 4 - 6 pm

Sunday, October 21

Ship Tours – 10 – 2 pm

Sailaway – 3 – 5 pm

Pricing

Ship Tours - Adults $7   Children Ages 3 – 12  $3

Sailaways - Adults $50.00  &  Children 12 & under $25.00

Boarding Location – Riverfront Marina 40 Front Street, Newburgh, NY

Sail with us on a Port to Port Passage. Be a part of the crew on this unique experience.

For reservations please call 866-446-5969 (PST) or visit www.privateerlynx.org for online ticketing and donations.

The LYNX operates under the auspices of the Lynx
Educational Foundation a 501(c)(3) non-profit, organization, dedicated to hands-on educational programs that teach early American history. The Maritime
challenges during the War of 1812 are taught aboard the American Privateer Lynx utilizing a comprehensive, interactive program designed to enrich personal
achievement through teamwork and the discipline of sail training.