The 2022 crew

Marissa - aka Meerkat

One day Marissa popped down the Galley hatch on the Friends Good Will, just to pop up the main hatch on Schooner Serenity. She then made her way via a third hatch here to tallship MJ, where she is our Mate and Guest Experience Coordinator. She loves thinking of new ways to brighten the day of our visitors and staff. In her spare time, she serves coffee in her home town of South Haven, sails on any boat she can find, and enjoys her nieces and nephews.

Chloe - aka Super Sailor

Chloe paddle boarded her way up to Schooner Serenity one day and used her customer service charm to score the best gig of her life - full time sailing! Eager to continue her deckhand career, she tied alongside tall ship MJ and is a sparkling addition to the team. In her spare time, she sails, hikes, climbs, and oh, yeah - studies nursing!

Joelle - aka The Siren

One day Joelle sang her way upon a tall ship and has been enchanting sailors and guest ever since with her voice, smile and hauling strength. We are thrilled to have her on MJ, as our Shantywoman. She keeps us laughing and enjoying the simple things in life. Her love for music is no surprise as she spends the off season teaching music to elementary/middle school kids. In her off time, she reads, enjoys history and, well, sings…imagine that.

Roe - aka (well, we're still figuring out a good nick name for her).

After life in Chicago's hustle and bustle, Roe found her passion through sailing ships. MJ is her fourth tall ship, and she is so thrilled to be out on beautiful Lake Michigan on a wooden boat. Roe likes soaking in the people, scenes and moments that make life unique and special. Her favorite place on board a boat, is feeling a gentle breeze aloft (up in the rigging).

Jamie - aka Good Call Jamie!