Board the Appledore II for a two-hour windjammer day sail out of Camden Harbor. Glide past historic lighthouses, granite islands and active lobstermen while crew invite guests to help raise sails and steer.
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You step aboard a wooden deck as gulls wheel overhead and the town’s clapboard roofs slip behind you. The Appledore II answers the wind with creak and canvas; ropes hum and the schooner leans into Penobscot Bay, the Curtis Island Light receding like an old friend.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in normal health; ability to board a small gangway and move about a deck is required.
Wildlife
History
Camden grew as a 19th-century shipbuilding and summer-resort town; its lighthouses and summer inns reflect a layered maritime and leisure history.
Conservation
Penobscot Bay supports fisheries and marine life; follow crew guidance to avoid disturbing wildlife and pack out trash—single-use plastics are discouraged.
Reserve your spot on the Windjammer Classic Day Sail from Camden, Maine today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early with ID
Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure and you’ll need a government-issued photo ID to purchase alcoholic beverages onboard.
Dress in layers
Wind and spray can make conditions chilly even in summer—bring a light waterproof jacket and a warm mid-layer.
Bring binoculars and camera
Wildlife sightings (porpoises, seals, eagles) and coastal views are best enjoyed with binoculars and a quick camera at the ready.
Consider seasickness prevention
Two hours on open water is comfortable for most, but those prone to motion sickness should bring medication or acupressure bands.
Waterproof wind jacket
Shields against spray and sea wind on cool mornings.
spring
Non-slip deck or hiking shoes
Provides secure footing on wet wooden decks.
summer
Binoculars
Helps spot porpoises, seals and birds along the shoreline.
Motion-sickness medication or bands
Useful for passengers sensitive to rolling motion in open water.