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Experience a magical 3-day family sailing trip aboard the historic schooner J. & E. Riggin in Rockland, Maine. Learn sailing skills, explore islands, and create memories together on this unique coastal adventure.
Experience a magical 3-day family sailing trip aboard the historic schooner J. & E. Riggin in Rockland, Maine. Learn sailing skills, explore islands, and create memories together on this unique coastal adventure.
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Operated by The Schooner J. & E. Riggin · Rockland, Maine
easy.
3 days.
Moderate fitness needed for light sailing tasks and island exploration; suitable for children and adults.
No prior sailing experience is required. The crew guides all activities so families of all skill levels can participate.
Yes, meals are included and prepared onboard featuring local ingredients with options for children.
Children as young as 5 years old are welcome, provided they are supervised by adults.
While bringing devices is allowed, the experience encourages unplugging to fully enjoy the natural surroundings.
The schooner is stable and navigates sheltered waters, but seasickness can happen; packing remedies is recommended.
Bookings can be made directly through The Schooner J. & E. Riggin’s website or the provided referral link.
The J. & E. Riggin schooner was built in 1927 and has been preserving Maine’s maritime heritage through educational sails.
The company practices Leave No Trace principles to protect coastal ecosystems and educates families on ocean conservation.
The Schooner J. & E. Riggin is a historic two-masted schooner based in Rockland, Maine, featured on The Adventure Collective. It offers a curated selection of small-group sailing experiences along the Maine coast that combine hands-on sailing, coastal exploration, and comfortable overnight accommodations. Trips include themed short cruises such as Plein Air Painting & Art, a four-day painting workshop guided by artist Susan Nicholas Gephart; family-focused Kids & Family sails with hands-on sailing and island exploration; and craft-focused Sawmill Creek Fiber Events that provide an inclusive knitting kit and welcome non-knitters. Stargazers can choose Skygazing or the Perseid Meteor Shower Cruise for nighttime celestial viewing and optional camping under the stars. Seasonal options include Summer Solstice Getaway, Early Summer Getaway, Summer Isn't Over Yet, and Fall Color Getaway. The Great Schooner Race offers a week-long windjammer fleet experience with onboard competitions and holiday celebration. Each trip provides prepared meals and cozy cabin accommodations while visiting serene harbors each evening. Activities vary by voyage and can include knot-tying, scavenger hunts, small-boat competitions, pumpkin carving, and guided painting instruction. The vessel’s itineraries emphasize safety, maritime tradition, and the natural beauty of Maine’s islands and bays. Bookings are presented as individual trips with specific dates and details. The Schooner J. & E. Riggin is positioned for travelers seeking immersive, small-group maritime experiences that blend outdoor adventure, learning, and community aboard a classic Maine schooner. Guests of varied ages can join selected voyages; minimum age restrictions vary by trip and are listed per itinerary.
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