Dove Uprig Photos
During the weekend of March 8-9, 2003, a volunteer crew led by the professionals of Historic St Mary's City did the annual rerigging of the Maryland Dove, a recreated 17th Century pinnace.  Here are a few pix.
The ship at the start of work.  Note that topmasts and most rigging are removed for winter storage.  (click for larger image) Outline of same photo, for emphasis.
Outline for emphasis
State of the vessel (arrgh matey) at the end of day one, 3/8/03.  Topmasts, flagstaffs, and standing rigging installed, and some running rigging.
Outline for emphasis
End of day 2: all running rigging and main and fore yards up.  Other maintenance tasks complete.  A proud and tired crew clears up!
A view from aloft.  Smile!
The motley crew of Day One.
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