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Maine Lighthouse Week
June 16 – 22, 2008
Join us for an afternoon Indian Island Lighthouse Wildlife trip as we share with you the history of the Maine lighthouses of the Penobscot Bay. The Maine coast has been a site of exploration by Europeans since the 1600’s, and even before that generations of native people have been fishing these waters for the great bounty of food it provides. Maine’s ever changing marine weather and its notorious fog brought on the need for lighthouses to guide merchant ships in and out of its harbors. The coastal communities were built on the seafaring trades, and the lighthouses are a spectacular reminder of that history.
Depending on wind & tide, we will see Indian Island, Owls Head, Rockland Breakwater or Curtis Island lighthouses on our afternoon sail (2-4:30).
Cost is $38pp.

Be sure to visit the new Maine Lighthouse Museum  in Rockland, Maine

Father's Day Cruise

Say thank you to your Dad with a race around the bay onboard Schooner Yacht HERON. Take part in raising the sails or sit back and relax as HERON flies across the bay under full sail. Sail among the islands or into Hurricane Sound if the wind is right. To satisfy your appetite we offer coffee & fresh pastries to start the morning and for lunch- a hearty Yorkshire Beef Pie. (BYO Guinness).

Leave Rockport at 10:00 am and return by 2:00 pm.

Father's Day: June 15, 2008

Cost: $65/person

Fourth of July weekend

Sunset/Fireworks Sail ----Saturday July  5th

Celebrate Independence Day weekend with an exciting sunset sail including hors d'oeurves (BYOB) aboard Schooner Yacht HERON. Sail among the islands, enjoy the scenery and see marine life in it's natural habitat, and watch the sun set over the Camden Hills. Then watch the Islesboro fireworks display from the deck of HERON.
Saturday, July 5th, 2008

Depart Rockport at 7:00 pm, return 11:00pm.

$50/person

Maine Windjammer Parade of Sail
July 11, 2008

Join us for an afternoon parade of sail with the entire windjammer fleet. We will sail past the historic Rockland Breakwater lighthouse and the Owl's Head lighthouse in company with the other Maine schooners. An excellent photo opportunity to capture these amazing sailing vessels under full sail with the dramatic view of the lighthouse as background. An exciting opportunity not to be missed. Don't forget to bring your camera!

Includes Lobster roll lunch.
July 11, 2008
Depart Rockport 12:30, return 4:30
$50/person

ERR Classic Yacht Regatta 
August 2nd, 2008

The ultimate adventure aboard the Schooner HERON. This considered to be the finest trip of all.

Join us for a classic wooden yacht regatta.

Some of the finest wooden sailing vessels in the world gather together to pitch their skills in the ultimate challenge for yachtsmen with a passion for  wooden boats! Incredible sight to see all of these beautiful vessels under sail in a good SW breeze.
Call or email for charter opportunity details of this spectacular event.

Windjammer Weekend (Labor Day Weekend)

 Labor Day Weekend means lots of activities on the waterfront in Camden.
Schooner parade of sail, fireworks and maritime music and  events.  It's the 10th annual Windjammer Weekend.
This is the largest single gathering of the Maine Windjammer Fleet.
 Board Schooner HERON in Rockport at 12:00 noon, enjoy a lobster lunch underway as we sail among the
Schooners in the Parade of Sail -- an opportunity of a lifetime to see them all in one place under full sail.
Or join us at 5:30 for a Downeast Lobster Dinner Sail from Rockport to Camden via Mark Island.
We will see a spectacular display of fireworks in the outer harbor Friday night.
An amazing sight to see the myriad of masts and rigging against the backdrop of Mt. Battie.

Windjammer Weekend Sail: Friday, August 29th, 2008

Parade of Sail w/lunch 12:00-4:00  $65/person

Downeast Lobster Dinner & fireworks  5:30- after fireworks  $85/person

 **Group Package Sails**

Puffins & Whales

By the end of the 1800's the Atlantic Puffin population in Maine was a down to a single pair on Matinicus Island. They had been hunted for generations for food and for their feathers. But thanks to Project Puffin, begun in 1973, these curious birds have been re-introduced and have made an amazing comeback to several of the islands. Matinicus Rock and Seal Island are such places. Located about 24 miles from the mainland, these islands are home to over 200 nesting pair of Puffins. We will venture out to the islands to observe these curious looking seabirds in their natural habitat. An added attraction is that this is where we may see whales as well. This trip will consist of a full day of sailing with lunch, snacks & beverages included.

Private Charter only. Call for information.

Weddings & Proposals

Make your wedding, rehearsal dinner or reception a memorable one. Let us help you plan your wedding or wedding party aboard

the Classic Schooner Yacht HERON. Call us for creative ideas. We would love to cater to suit your needs.

Book early to ensure your reservation for that special day.

School Groups, Class Trips and Reunions

 Need an exciting new adventure for that end of year class trip or class reunion? Why not try a sail aboard Schooner Yacht Heron. Choose a sail with an educational theme ( Naturalist & Ornithologist available for nature trips), or explore the bay & islands and hear about the history of the settlement of Rockport and the Penobscot Bay region,  If fun is what you are looking for, just sit bck and enjoy the sail and the breathtaking scenery of the midcoast. Meals & snacks are available upon request for your charter. E-mail us for details to plan the perfect class outing.

WoodenBoat Sail-in

Every fall WoodenBoat Magazine hosts a gathering of the schooners. All of the Schooners of the Maine WIndjammer Fleet meet in Brooklin for an afternoon/evening of fellowship and celebration of their craft. Stories are told and music is played by the crew and passengers of the windjammers. It is a celebration of these traditional vessels and the atmosphere around them that makes it an event not to miss.

WoodenBoat Sail-in: September 9, 2008

Contact us for more information.

If you have any ideas or special requests that would make your group function the ultimate experience, please contact us.
We are open to discussing any ideas you might have for a sail aboard Schooner Heron.