We had an absolutely wonderful time on this beautiful sailboat... the crew was knowledgeable and a…read morewealth of information... It was a wonderful memory!!! We recommended it to many since we went!!! Mark and Pam Anderson

We had a great sail, and a great conversation with captain Tyler. He is very knowledgeable about…read moremarine biology. He is also a lover of classic wooden ships and it shows. If you are considering taking a cruise, I don't think you can go wrong with A Morning in Maine. We took the sunset cruise and brought wine and snacks.

We had an amazing day sailing the area. We went by 2 light houses. Captain Daniel and his son were…read morewonderful hosts and tour guides of area!

We have sailed with Dan several times over the years and always have a great time. We have been…read morelucky enough to have both his daughter and son join us as well and they are a pleasure! If you want a easy, fun sail with great conversation, this is the charter for you. Both kids are seriously smart too! Be prepared for an in-depth conversation with plenty of solid points and questions, if you wish :-) While I could go on, I'll summarize - just book it. Our last sail was up in the air due to weather until the last minute and Dan was totally cool about playing it by ear. Weather broke and we ended up with a perfect late day sail. It is never crowded once on the water, but that day it was just us out. Magical! Thank you Dan and kids and we will see you next summer. PS Hope that VW restoration is going well!

What a fabulous fun experience sailing out of Rockport, ME on The Heron. It was the highlight of…read moreour trip. Bonnie did a great job telling us some of the history of the ship and area. Love when the sails are lifted!!! Motor turned off, quiet, smooth ride! So relaxing. It is a beautiful ship. Lots of shinny teak. Delightful with great crew and just a few guests on board. Free parking right by dock. Thank you, Bonnie and Twig for making my sail special. Highly recommend!

One of our favorite things to do when in Rockland is sailing aboard the Schooner Heron. We sailed…read more2x with them in 2020 and the first thing we did when we got back to Rockland this year was to look at the weather and book a trip with them. I picked an afternoon with an expected 14mph wind, so I knew we would sail smartly. I was surprised that Taylor was captaining the boat this trip instead of Twig, but his boat handling was conservative and flawless. Of coarse Bonnie was aboard to do her excellent narration regarding the history of Rockland's lime, timber, ice, shipbuilding and lobster industries and also tell us all about the lighthouse, islands, and seals we saw. Twig and Bonnie's personable adult daughter Rachel was also on board as crew. Bonnie and Rachel handled hoisting, trimming, reefing and tacking the sails as a well-oiled team. We started out conservatively with the fore mast and main mast sails both reefed, but were later able to shake out the reef on the fore mast sail for a little more speed without heeling the boat. We were able to sail near Robinson's Rock and saw that there were several seals sunning them selves there. We sailed midweek on a Thursday and there was lots of room for everybody on board. Taylor and Rachel cheerfully answered my many questions about the boat, the boat's offshore passages to and from the Caribbean each year and about local events. This was the first time sailing for the family seated across from us, but they had a good time. There was another group forward of us that pretty much kept to themselves so I didn't have a chance to chat with them, but they seemed to be enjoying themselves too. I did a bunch of small boat pleasure sailing and medium sized keelboat racing while I was at the University of Texas. I don't own a sailboat so the only sailing I have done since has been on Hobie Wave catamarans at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean. I really enjoy chances to sail on bigger boats like the Schooner Heron. The Schooner Heron sails three trips daily from Rockport Harbor: Private morning sail, an afternoon Educational Eco Tour, and a Happy Hour Sunset Sail. Custom charters are also available on request. There is free parking in the harbor lot. Whether you have sailed before or just want to try it on vacation, I highly recommend sailing on the Schooner Heron as a solo, couple or family activity. You will have fun and be entirely comfortable with the ship and crew. They will treat you right. We're back in Rockland in a couple of weeks and will surely sail with them at least once more before heading back to Texas.

Went on another cruise and his past week on the Stephen Taber. The fog finally cut on our second…read moreday. The winds and sun decided to bless this beautiful schooner with great sailing winds ! The food by Chef Juice, they call him was absolutely 5 stars ! From the best cheeses from around the world hand picked by Capt. Noah and his wife Jane were absolutely fantastic ! They take pride in their appetizers before a wonderful meal ! All the meals are hand made and out of this world ! The trip was almost fog free and we went around many of the Maine islands and had the wonderful lobster bake on Russ island, a favorite of Captain Noah's ! The crew on this trip was absolutely amazing ! They were absolutely spit on with detail and did everything they could to make you feel welcome on such a special schooner cruise. If you haven't taken a schooner cruise, I highly recommend that you give it a try! 3/4 of my sons have gone and they loved it ! Once again, I give this trip a 5 star review !

Wonderful trip. Still talking about it. Food was amazing. Staff were wonderful and knew what they…read morewere doing. It doesn't have the comfort of a cruise, but if you're someone who likes camping spaces, this is your next adventure.

Guide was great and knew a lot about local history, boat was nice, ride was comfortable. Would…read morerecommend going for longer than two hours as it did not seem long enough to see much.

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A delightful week away from the 90F temps in Michigan…read more Ladona is an luxury experience compared to others in the Maine Windjammer fleet. The cabins are larger (and fewer) with sufficient storage longest (7-day) cruise. Three heads; two with full-size, hot, freshwater, rainfall showers. The galley staff turns out breakfasts to order with plenty of fruits, granola, etc. Lunch, afternoon appetizers and dinners are all excellent. Appetizers and dinner include an appropriate wine pairing. They crew is highly experienced, knows their roles and responsibilities and excels as a team. The vessel is exceptionally well maintained. Few scratches and scuffs; and the brass work gleams.

The schooner Ladona is "the way life should be!" Sample the smell of salt air, scenery of the coast…read moreof Maine, lovely sunsets, great food, comfortable accommodations and the opportunity to enjoy a two masted wooden schooner under full sail. We have thorougly enjoyed three sails on Ladona and cherish our memories from each adventure. Interesting people, excursions to small Maine fishing villages, a lobster picnic on an uninhabited island and the finest food and accommodations imaginable have all combined for an opportunity to unplug. Just doesn't get any better than this!! Hope to meet you on our next sail!!

If you're looking for a great day on the water out of Rockland, you won't find a better opportunity…read morethan a sail with Captain Linda Hanson of Blue Vayu Sailing Charters. She knows the area very well, is well versed on sailing the Penobscot Bay, and she is just a pleasure to be with. Her boat, the Blue Vayu is a classic that she maintains impeccably. You will not be disappointed spending a day with Captain Linda on the water!

From the owner: For nine years, Linda Hanson's private sailboat charter has been crafting unforgettable maritime…read moreexperiences on the open waters. Come aboard BLUE VAYU and discover the adventure and the beauty of a well-balanced yacht under sail. The Blue Vayu is a classic Swedish sloop built in 1974 and extensively restored to display her mahogany and teak topsides. Her classic European design and graceful demeanor turn heads wherever she goes.

We came up to Rockland for the lobster fest and to get married on the Isaac Evans. Capt Brenda and…read moreher crew did an unbelievable job with the wedding and the sail was awesome. On the evening cruise we had lobster dinner with corn and salad. They also provided us with a cake to cut and our friends provided the champagne. This was an unforgettable experience to be on this beautiful old boat and to watch the crew work her lines with the expertise of seasoned sailors. Captain Brenda owns the Isaac Evans and does weekly sails typically except during certain events where she does daily sails. The boat is immaculate and kept up to her period of sailing with a few modern modifications Ike the head. The stove is a wood burning stove and the guest quarters are large for a boat. My husband and I will one day come back for a weekly sail with her and the crew. Thank you again guys for the most wonderful wedding a girl could expect.

My sister got married on the Isaac H Evans. Our family chartered the whole boat and Capt. Brenda…read moremarried my sister and her partner of 16 years. It was one of the most magical weekends of my life. Captain Brenda and her crew worked night and day to give us 24 hours of great food, beautiful memories and an exceptional experience. She is devoted to he business, her clients and her ship.

Great Lobster lunch with American cruise lines. Tour through museum was great also. Very…read moreinformative.

So interesting and exhibits are tremendous and well documented. We had a guided tour by a real old…read moreschool schooner master of the Maine Schooner Fleet!

I have just finished sailing 2 weeks ot the schooner Victory Chimes. We sailed on the Maine coast,…read moreit was fantastic. The captain Sam was very knowledgeable. He sailed us to the Islands of Mattincus , and Monhegan , to east Booth bay and Vinyl Haven , South West harbor , and many new and interesting places. The crew was very well trained and worked great together, on sailing the vessel, and catering to the passengers needs . Then there was the chef and galley hands . They did an excellent job of preparing the meals , and and catering to the passengers, dietary needs . You meet passengers from all over the us, and Canada . Who become family , by trips end . I highly recommend sailing on the Victory Chimes . If you want a unique, relaxing , and satisfying vacation, it's impossible to to beat !

From the owner: Cruising the unique and beautiful rugged coast of Maine, while enjoying live music aboard a 118…read moreyear old Schooner.