The RV Clifford A. Barnes is a 65-ft. research vessel that presently cruises only in Puget Sound, carrying various types of oceanographic and fishery research projects in local waters.
Most voyages are one day in length, although voyages as long as six days occur.
The vessel has overnight capacity for six scientists and carries a crew of two. Location Moored at the School of Oceanography Pier, on Portage Bay. Daniel Schwartz, Manager of Marine Operations, School of Oceanography. Equipment A working deck, crane, and a small and nonspecialized laboratory space. Specific scientific equipment for research projects is supplied by the scientists using the vessel.