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Knut Chr. Hallan, Collector, sailor and environmental activist
1 de marzo de 2024 · 20 min · 317 vistas
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Knut Christian Hallan, a long-time sailor and advocate for classic wooden boats, works to revitalize youth interest in traditional sailing through the Son Seilforening in Norway.0:45 Hallan, a former importer of Kontrast sailboats, now focuses on restoring and maintaining classic vessels, including Dragons, Solings, and cutters like the 1956-built Bessie.14:02 He provides these boats to young sailors under the condition that they participate in maintenance and upkeep, aiming to foster a sense of ownership and preserve maritime culture.16:50 Beyond his work with wooden boats, Hallan is an environmental activist who campaigns against the dumping of contaminated dredge spoils in the Oslofjord, specifically targeting projects near Borg havn.3:48 He advocates for modern, land-based cleaning techniques for toxic sediment, citing the presence of mercury in the Glomma river estuary.5:59 Hallan continues to compete in regattas, including the Risør Trebåtfestival, while also supporting high-performance sailing, such as the 49er and 49erFX classes.8:02
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