In 2026 the Tall Ship St. Lawrence II will take you on an adventure to explore the hidden gems of Lake Ontario, providing an amazing new perspective on a seemingly familiar place!
We deliver an exciting program that combines outdoor adventure with an immersive sailing program, exploring the natural spaces, and heritage of Lake Ontario & The Thousand Islands. Meet new people and make new friends while exploring the magical unseen spaces of the lake - from open waters, to hidden bays - there is so much to discover right in our own backyard.
If this sounds like the sort of adventure that you’d like to be part of, we encourage you to register today!
TSEC is dedicated to enabling access for youth to our programs, and our low cost participant fees are a reflection of that dedication to access. If you are registering and are able to make an additional donation we would greatly appreciate the support! The actual cost to operate the program is roughly $350/pp/pd - the cost being offset by community donations and volunteer support.
Public Youth COURSES 2026
Schedule:
Sail # 1: Kingston to Kingston
An introduction to voyaging and exploration under sail
july 6th - 10th 2026 - Ages 12 - 14
An amazing opportunity to explore the Thousand Islands & Eastern Lake Ontario region aboard a Tall Ship! Step aboard Canada’s Original Tall Ship, Kingston’s own St. Lawrence II - a beautiful, historic, Tall Ship - and your home on the water!
Meet new friends while having amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experiences and adventures on the warm waters of eastern Lake Ontario and the Thousand Islands. From open waters to hidden bays and secluded islands, this is the very best way to see the hidden jewels of this region.
This course is specifically designed for younger sailors who are looking to “get their toes wet” through an introductory Tall Ship sailing experience.
Get a fresh perspective on some seemingly familiar places!
Course Cost:
$750, no tax
Sail # 2: Kingston - Kingston
An Introduction to Open Water sailing on Lake Ontario
July 13th - 24th - Ages 14-17
This sail will explore the Lake beyond the eastern basin, travelling to the western lake, this sail will have more open water sailing, and we will be able to see and explore some different perspectives - including rounding Prince Edward County, sailing in the Golden Horseshoe, and exploring the south shore of Canadian Lake Ontario.
This sail will provide a bigger adventure for older youth, and will provide a more indepth and meaningful experience, that will provide opportunities to get to know the crew and other participants even better.
You will grow used to life at sea - the sound of the water, the gentle motion of the ship - and working hand-in-hand with your fellow sailors to explore and really experience open lake sailing!
Course Cost: