Sailing Heritage "The Great Windship"

 The Heritage is the newest coasting schooner carrying passengers along the Maine coast. It was designed and built by Captains Doug and Linda Lee at the historic North End Shipyard in Rockland. Sailing during the summer and working on the Heritage during the off-season, the project took a year of planning and four years of construction. The launching on April 16, 1983 was attended by thousands of people, including crews from all three national television networks.

Many details were incorporated into the design of the schooner specifically for the comfort of guests. Full headroom below decks eliminates the need to stoop while in one's cabin; stairs instead of ladders make it easier to go below; skylights allow sunlight to brighten below deck compartments, and a spacious galley accommodates all guests and crew during mealtime while serving as a comfortable retreat at other times.

Attention to tradition makes the new schooner Heritage an authentic Maine coasting schooner. When it's time to hoist the anchor and raise the sails, the authentic 1921 deck engine can be called into service. The distinctive sound sings out as the gaff inches its way up the mast, sails unfurling ready to catch the wind again.

The yawlboat provides power for the schooner when needed. With hand on the tiller, Linda manuevers it into position until it gently kisses the transom and nudges the schooner along. Guests aren't disturbed by the sound or fumes of a deisel engine and unless they're watching don't even realize that the yawlboat is at work. When the yawlboat is released from her stern davits, the beautifully carved gold leaf eagle and attractive name board adorning the schooner's transom proudly announce to all that the mighty Heritage retains the beauty of the historic vessels of yesteryear.

5% Discount if you're sailing with us for the first time.
10% Discount or credit toward your free trip* if you've sailed with us before.
No upcharges or hidden fees. The price is all inclusive.

Special Events
We feel that the best cruise is one with no itinerary, so all of our trips are special. However, we do participate in some special events that are always fun for passengers and crew. They are listed in our Sailing Schedule, below — click underlined event for details.

TRIP Length

BOARD after 6pm

RETURN by noon

FARE per person

SPECIAL EVENTS

4-Day	June 4	June 8	$725	Long June Days
6-Day	June 9	June 15	$1,010	Schooner Gam & Maritime History
6-Day	June 16	June 22	$1,025	Summer Solstice & Coastal History
6-Day	June 23	June 29	$1,025	Windjammer Days Full Moon
6-Day	June 30	July 6	$1,025	Great Schooner Race
6-Day	July 7	July 13	$1,025	Lighthouses & Star-Filled Nights
4-Day	July 13	July 17	$810	Summer Sailing
3-Day	July 18	July 21	$695	Weekend Getaway
6-Day	July 21	July 27	$1,025	Story Telling & Full Moon
6-Day	July 28	August 3	$1,025	Maritime History Full Moon
6-Day	August 4	August 10	$1,025	Lighthouses & Music Festival
4-Day	August 10	August 14	$810	Summer Sailing Meteor Showers
3-Day	August 15	August 18	$695	Weekend Getaway
5-Day	August 19	August 24	$945	Story Telling & Full Moon
6-Day	August 25	August 31	$1,015	Windjammer Festival
4-Day	August 31	September 4	$775	Late Summer Sailing & Star-Filled Nights
3-Day	September 5	September 8	$665	Weekend Getaway & Starry Nights
6-Day	September 8	September 14	$985	WoodenBoat Sail-In
4-Day	September 15	September 19	$765	Fall Sailing & Full Moon
6-Day	September 20	September 26	$965	Fall Sailing
There will be a full moon during the trip

Double cabins with heads: Add  $90 pp for 3-day trips $120 pp for 4-day trips $150 pp for 5-day trips $180 pp for 6-day trips	Single cabins: Add  $90 for 3-day trips $120 for 4-day trips $150 for 5-day trips $180 for 6-day trips
Call us to check availability. (800) 648-4544

To Make Reservations:
Give us a call on our toll-free number (800-648-4544) when you're ready to make your reservation. We'll ask you for the name, address and phone number of each person in your party. A $350 per person deposit is required at the time of booking. We accept checks, VISA, MasterCard and Discover. The balance of your fare is due 6 weeks before boarding.