On 20 September, NCBC Sea Cadets engaged in a day of shoreside and waterborne training, honing their skills in marlinspike seamanship and boat handling in Wickford Harbor. Cadets also received an introduction to basic engine mechanics, doing a partial assembly of a small diesel marine engine and learning about principles of fuel injection, heat transfer (thermodynamics), and the use of some very large hand tools. Our League Cadets then took the helm of our 26' double-ender navy whaleboat as we cruised through Wickford Harbor, and the Cadets manned the rails as we passed the crowds on shore. For the images below, click on any photo to see a larger view. It will open in a new window (unless you have popups disabled) - no need to reload this page.