Setting Sail on Tall Ship MJ: A Unique Adventure on Lake Michigan

Captain Megan Cairns of Tall Ship MJ, the region's resident tall ship based in St. Joseph, shares how a lifelong passion for sailing led her to bring this unique maritime experience to Southwest Michigan. Learn about the ship's rich history, its traditional design inspired by vessels of the 1860s, and the unforgettable experience of sailing Lake Michigan under wind power alone.

The conversation also explores Tall Ship MJ's mission beyond tourism. Through youth crew training programs, educational science sails and hands-on opportunities for local students, the ship helps introduce the next generation to maritime careers and Great Lakes stewardship.