Maine Windjammer Association

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Midcoast Maine, USA  ·  North America's largest fleet of historic schooners! For a few glorious months, we share them with you on our magical, all-inclusive cruises. (800) 807-9463
Maine Windjammer Association
What is Windjamming? #ThisIsWindjamming
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What is Windjamming? #ThisIsWindjamming / One-of-a-Kind ships, Miles of unspoiled anchorages, Amazing life-changing experiences.
Midcoast Maine
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Midcoast Maine / The scenic bays, craggy peninsulas and sparkling offshore islands form a stunning backdrop to Mid-Coast Maine’s picture-perfect fishing villages, seaside resorts and bustling harbor towns. Delve deeply into Maine’s maritime past, watch whales and puffins, explore by bike or sea kayak and dine on world-class seafood. Here, arts and culture flourish amidst the romance of the sea.
Schooner Feasts
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Schooner Feasts / Whether you join us for a three, four or six-day cruise, we can promise you a total escape from the ordinary. Be prepared to get closer than you ever have before to breathtaking wildlife ... and imagine how good it will be to savor the freshest, fire-cooked Downeast fare (sample some of our recipes) and the kind of honest, heartfelt hospitality that sailors have enjoyed for centuries.
The Great Schooner Race
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The Great Schooner Race / Every summer since 1977, the Maine Windjammer Association has hosted the Great Schooner Race, providing an opportunity for captains, crews and passengers aboard traditional vessels from all over the Eastern Seaboard to rendezvous for a fun day of racing. Hailed as "the largest annual gathering of traditional schooners in America," this year at least twenty schooners are expected to participate in the 40th Annual Great Schooner Race scheduled to take place on July 8th, 2016 in Penobscot Bay.
Ketch Angelique
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Ketch Angelique / Great ocean views, lots of sailing, excellent food, and no phones, faxes, e-mail, beepers: just pure relaxation. Mark your calendar - pack your bag - we're looking forward to sailing with you!
Schooner American Eagle
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Schooner American Eagle / Sail with Captain John Foss and the crew of the Schooner American Eagle for a truly excellent vacation and a great experience. Step back in time and enjoy a leisurely cruise along the coast of Maine. Sail where the wind blows and leave the world behind.
Schooner Heritage
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Schooner Heritage / We love the HERITAGE! She is the only schooner that you can sail on that we, the captains and owners, designed and built ourselves right here in Maine. She is a big, powerful, wonderful, stable vessel, 95 ft long and 24 ft wide, with plenty of deck space for everyone. The HERITAGE continues the long historical tradition of Maine coasting schooners. Our interest in the maritime history of the coast of Maine has been the foundation of the schooner's design.
Schooner Ladona
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Schooner Ladona / Fresh from an extensive rebuild, the Ladona (ex. Nathaniel Bowditch) offers a windjamming experience that hearkens to her vintage pedigree as a 1922 racing yacht.
Schooner Lewis R. French
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Schooner Lewis R. French / Join us aboard the Schooner Lewis R. French and set sail for a truly amazing experience. Our Windjammer cruises combine the beautiful coast of Maine with tremendous sailing aboard an historic tallship....not to mention the homemade cuisine and all-you-can-eat-lobster!
Schooner Weddings
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Schooner Weddings / It's the biggest day of your life. Think big. Planning to get married this summer? Celebrating an anniversary or renewing your vows? If you're looking for a unique way to celebrate a milestone moment with that special someone, consider doing it aboard a Maine windjammer.
Schooner Victory Chimes
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Schooner Victory Chimes / The magnificent Victory Chimes -- the only original three-masted schooner in the famed Maine Windjammer fleet -- is the last of her generation. With her sails pulling for all they are worth in the freshening breeze, this proud vessel speeds through the water... no smoke, no dust, no noise... nothing but the music of wind and sea. Regal in repose -- majestic under sail -- the Victory Chimes is truly a legendary lady. Welcome aboard!
Schooner Mary Day
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Schooner Mary Day / Unplug, unwind and leave your cares ashore. For over 50 years, unique and relaxing tall ship sailing vacations aboard our legendary Maine windjammer, Mary Day! Close to home, closer to heaven!
Schooner Stephen Taber
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Schooner Stephen Taber / We set sail from Rockland Harbor for six days of sailing the most beautiful and acclaimed cruising grounds on Earth. Your windjammer vacation will be spent exploring spruce-fringed islands, gunkholing amongst secluded coves, visiting remote fishing villages, and reaching across the bays that lap the Maine coast. Come on a Maine windjammer sailing adventure of a lifetime aboard the Stephen Taber, America's Good Luck Ship!
MWA Ship's Store
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MWA Ship's Store / Our members have great merchandise that you can order all year 'round. Here's a look at some of the items they're carrying...
Read the Reviews
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Read the Reviews