Three weeks before the mast: crossing the Atlantic by tall ship
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A trip aboard the square-rigged sailing ship 'Star Flyer' is described. The ship had 200-foot masts and rigging, and caused a shiver of excitement even before the sails were raised. The travelers were taught the skills of sailing, and the crew represented some 23 nationalities.
Publisher: American Association of Retired Persons
Publication Name: Modern Maturity
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0026-8046
Year: 1996
Sailing, Sailing ships
Publication Name: Modern Maturity
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0026-8046
Year: 1996
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Pachyderm polo: here's a sport that gives new meaning to 'big game.'
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The experience of playing elephant polo in Nepal is described. The game, which is played aboard four-ton Asian elephants, was originated in the 1930s by Indian maharajas. Unfortunately, the InnerAsia Infidels team lost its three tournament games.
Publisher: American Association of Retired Persons
Publication Name: Modern Maturity
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0026-8046
Year: 1995
College sports, Nepal, Polo
Publication Name: Modern Maturity
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0026-8046
Year: 1995
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