2021 Summer Expeditions in Penobscot Bay, Maine
Please join us for one or two weeklong adventures!
Explore the rugged, beautiful Fox Islands of Penobscot Bay by an 18th-century Bantry Bay gig! We will basecamp on Greens Island, near Vinalhaven, and explore the islands nearby during the day. We’ll practice and hone our rowing, sailing, and seamanship skills in a fun, supportive atmosphere!
Your trainers will guide you in island camping techniques, all the complexities of sailing a dipping lug rig, and handling one of the 18-ft long oars! There will be new, useful knots learned, and navigation skills practiced! You will have the opportunity to lead (and follow) your fellow crew members, learning how to concisely and effectively command one of these 38-ft vessels.
Come join one or both of our weeklong programs this summer, and be enriched with this rare, and unique traditional boating opportunity! We may even practice some of the Atlantic Challenge Contest of Seamanship Events for fun!
A spirit of adventure and a willingness to build a supportive community is all that's required.
All experience levels. Ages 15 years old and up. Additional program information, including detailed logistics to follow. This program starts and ends in Rockland, Maine.
We will camp together in the absence of electricity. Our water will come from a well on the island. Our cook will prepare us wonderful, nutritious meals and snacks each day. There are multiple composting toilets/outhouses. A health clinic, if needed, is a short boat ride away in Vinalhaven.
Explore the rugged, beautiful Fox Islands of Penobscot Bay by an 18th-century Bantry Bay gig! We will basecamp on Greens Island, near Vinalhaven, and explore the islands nearby during the day. We’ll practice and hone our rowing, sailing, and seamanship skills in a fun, supportive atmosphere!
Your trainers will guide you in island camping techniques, all the complexities of sailing a dipping lug rig, and handling one of the 18-ft long oars! There will be new, useful knots learned, and navigation skills practiced! You will have the opportunity to lead (and follow) your fellow crew members, learning how to concisely and effectively command one of these 38-ft vessels.
Come join one or both of our weeklong programs this summer, and be enriched with this rare, and unique traditional boating opportunity! We may even practice some of the Atlantic Challenge Contest of Seamanship Events for fun!
A spirit of adventure and a willingness to build a supportive community is all that's required.
All experience levels. Ages 15 years old and up. Additional program information, including detailed logistics to follow. This program starts and ends in Rockland, Maine.
We will camp together in the absence of electricity. Our water will come from a well on the island. Our cook will prepare us wonderful, nutritious meals and snacks each day. There are multiple composting toilets/outhouses. A health clinic, if needed, is a short boat ride away in Vinalhaven.