THE M.V. SONGHEE

THE MOTHERSHIP - THE MV SONGHEE

THE VESSEL

Built in 1944, the MV Songhee is of heavy, wood construction and served as a supply vessel for the Canadian navy and air force until she was retired in 1990. Since then, the Songhee has been refurbished to provide comfortable cruising in the coastal waters of British Columbia. The Songhee is Transport Canada approved.

• Length: 95 feet
  Beam: 24 feet
  Draught: 12 feet
  She is of wood construction, very solidly built and comfortable.
• Range: 4,000+ nautical miles @ 9.5 knots
• Fuel - 5,500 Imperial Gallons (Diesel)
• Fresh Water - 2,200 Imperial Gallons

MACHINERY

• Original Atlas Imperial - 400 hp. 6 cylinder diesel engine
• 3 electric power plants (3.5kw, 16kw and 30kw)
• Crane with extendible boom
• Two 800-lb. anchors
• 1 auxiliary diesel to operate the crane, winch and pumps
• Electric driven pressure pump for fire fighting and bilge pumping

THE CREW

The Songhee is crewed by qualified personnel, all of whom have extensive experience cruising British Columbia's coastal waters.

GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

• 6 staterooms, with double bunks, 1 single
• All are equipped with a hanging locker, storage and hand washing basin
• 2 washrooms, each with a shower, head (toilet) and hand washing basin

CREW ACCOMMODATIONS

• FOCSICLE
  6 bunks restricted for crew use and storage.
• MAIN DECK
  On the main deck forward of the galley are 4 small staterooms, 3 single bunked, 1 double bunked reserved for the Captain. Engineer, Deckhand and chef.
• WHEEL HOUSE
  Upholstered seat that converts into large double bed. Toilet and a combination refrigerator; 2-burner stove and sink.

GALLEY

• Oil Range with oven and a large Electric oven
• Electric Grill with burners (2)
• Microwave/Convection oven
• 2 Stainless Steel Sinks
• Dishwasher
• Refrigerator with freezer above
• Small deep freeze
• Dishes and cutlery sufficient to accommodate 12 guests

FOOD STORAGE

• Large walk-in cooler

LAUNDRY

• Washer and Dryer

SALON

• Dining table and chairs to seat 12
• Sofa and love seat, easy chair, side tables, etc.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

• Fire alarm with smoke detectors and sprinkler system throughout
• Emergency lighting throughout the ship
• Epirb locator (self-activated)
• 4 fire hydrants on deck
• 4 life rings
• 2 outboard-powered aluminium shore boats 2 self-inflating life rafts
• Search light

NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT

• 2 radars (24 and 48 mile range)
• 2 VHF radios
• 1 GPS Autopilot Depth Sounder