By Greg Bicknell • Smoke-N-Focus Media
In the quiet shipyards of Bayou La Batre, Alabama, a bold symbol of hope sits on dry land. The vessel known as GhostShip has carried veterans toward connection, purpose, and peace—far beyond the noise of daily life. Today, she needs us as much as our veterans have needed her.
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Why GhostShip Matters
Out at sea, the pressure drops: screens go away, the wind takes over, and teams move as one. That shift—from noise to now—is where healing begins. GhostShip has hosted retreats where veterans sail, dive, fish, cook together, and share stories without judgment or rank. These trips aren’t just escapes; they’re resets.
“When she’s finished, she’ll be better than ever. But right now, the repairs are beyond what we can fund alone.”
— Capt. Perry
The Challenge: From Modest Fix to Full Refit
What started as a routine patch turned into a full-scale refit. Time, weather, and surprise setbacks have made this project bigger—and more expensive—than anyone anticipated. Capt. Perry even spent a summer captaining whale-watching trips in Alaska to raise funds, but the project still needs a final push.
How You Can Make a Difference
- Donate: Every dollar counts. Set a one-time gift or make it monthly.
- Skilled Labor: Metal work, fabrication, carpentry, interior build-outs (bunks, galley, common spaces).
- Materials & Partners: Marine hardware, coatings, electrical, plumbing, or interior soft goods.
- Amplify: Share this post with a veteran, a marine trades pro, or a company that loves mission-driven work.
Let’s Get Her Back on the Water
This is bigger than a boat. It’s a mission platform—a place where veterans rediscover teammates, purpose, and calm. When GhostShip sails, she carries more than lines and sails. She carries stories. Transformation. Community.
No gift is too small. Every hour, every share, every dollar moves us closer to launch day.
Share the Mission
If GhostShip’s purpose resonates with you, please share this post. Bringing one more set of hands—or one more donor—can change the timeline.
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