BOARDING
Where is the boat docked for getting on board for our sail?
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The dock is at 11 Front Street, Rockland, Maine 04841
When should we be there for our sail?
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Boarding for Day Sails or dinner cruises is 15 -20 mins. prior to departure.
What should I bring for my sail?
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For pleasure drinks, The BOYD N. SHEPPARD is the only schooner sailing out of Rockland that has a liquor license and onboard bar, "The Red Lead Drinkery". We offer cocktails, beer and wine for sale onboard.
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For basic hydration, there's an ice chest on board where you can put waters or, if you've discovered a tasty beer
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Seasonal temperatures vary from the mid-fifties and mid-seventies.
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The dress is casual and outdoorsy, no formal attire needed.
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Bring clothing that can be layered as temperatures fluctuate.
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The sailing essentials: Sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat.
CELL PHONE RECEPTION
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Cell phone reception depends on your carrier, but it’s okay it’s nice to unplug for a few days.
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If you need to leave an emergency contact with someone at home (207) 593-8811.
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Messages are checked on a regular basis.
MEALS / DRINKS & THE LAW
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The BOYD N. SHEPPARD has a liquor license and onboard bar, "The Red Lead Drinkery". We offer cocktails, beer and wine for sale onboard.
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There’s an ice chest for guest's use.
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Please use moderation with alcohol consumption, USCG law, no illicit drugs on board the vessel. If it’s illegal to the Fed’s, it’s illegal on the boat.
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Guests are responsible for their own actions please respect each other, the boat, and the crew, have fun.
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Still have questions?
Overview
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We sail morning cruises on Monday and Tuesday lasting three hours each.
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Morning sails begin at 10:00 am. We will return to the dock by 1:00 pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior.
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Dinner Cruises are 5-8 pm throughout the summer, until Labor Day when we switch to 4-7 pm to be docked prior to sunset.
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Food and drink are available for sale (sales tax will be added).
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Two Heads (restrooms) on deck.
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Children are not allowed on the Happy Hour evening sail on Mondays.
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Gratuities are very much appreciated by the crew at the end of your sail. 10% is customary.
Where is the boat docked for getting on board for our sail?
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The dock is at 11 Front Street, Rockland, Maine 04841
When should we be there for our sail?
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Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to any sail for boarding, greetings from Captain and crew and our safety instructions.
What should I bring for my sail?
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For pleasure drinks, The BOYD N. SHEPPARD is the only schooner sailing out of Rockland that has a liquor license and onboard bar, "The Red Lead Drinkery". We offer cocktails, beer and wine for sale onboard. Sales tax will be added.
-
For basic hydration, there's an ice chest on board where you can put waters or, if you've discovered a tasty beer
-
Seasonal temperatures vary from the mid-fifties and mid-seventies.
-
The dress is casual and outdoorsy, no formal attire needed.
-
Bring clothing that can be layered as temperatures fluctuate.
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The sailing essentials: Sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat.
How much are children's fares?
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5 and under: free
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6 -13: 45
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14 and over: Adult Fare
How big is the Boyd N Sheppard?
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Booking Capacities:
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Day-sails: 34 passengers
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Dinner: 25 passengers
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Vessel Specifications:
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58.8' LOD (Length On Deck)
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19.5' Beam (widest point)
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99' LOA (Length Overall)
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52 GRT (Gross Registered Tonnage)
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Official hull number 003362
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Year Completed 1886
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Built-in Mauricetown N.J
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Hull Material, Wood
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Call Sign WDJ9164
CELL PHONE RECEPTION
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Cell phone reception depends on your carrier, but it’s okay it’s nice to unplug for a few days.
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If you need to leave an emergency contact with someone at home (207) 593-8811.
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Messages are checked on a regular basis.
MEALS / DRINKS & THE LAW
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The BOYD N. SHEPPARD has a liquor license and onboard bar, "The Red Lead Drinkery." We offer cocktails, beer and wine for sale onboard.
-
There’s an ice chest for guest use.
-
Please use moderation with alcohol consumption, USCG law, no illicit drugs on board the vessel. If it’s illegal to the Fed’s, it’s illegal on the boat.
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Guests are responsible for their own actions please respect each other, the boat, and the crew, have fun.
Questions?
Daysail FAQ
Overnight FAQ
BOARDING / RETURNING
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The dock is at 11 Front Street, Rockland, Maine 04841
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Boarding for all Overnight cruises is 0900, with dock return by 3pm.
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Boarding is 15 - 20 minutes prior to departure.
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Gratuities are very much appreciated by the crew at the end of your sail. 10% is customary.
PACKING
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Seasonal temperatures vary from the mid-fifties and mid-seventies.
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The dress is casual and outdoorsy, no formal attire needed.
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Bring clothing that can be layered as temperatures fluctuate.
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Bring rain gear, jacket, pants, and boots if you have it.
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2 pair of soft rubber soled shoes with non-skid soles, along with sandals and rain boots, comfortable and safe.
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Sunscreen if you use it.
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Sunglasses.
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Hats! A warm watch cap for the evening and a brimmed hat is recommended.
LUGGAGE
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Canvas duffels or soft-sided totes stow better than hard case luggage.
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A couple of smaller bags are better than one large.
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Flying with a hard case or traveling after? You can repack into a soft canvas duffel and we can stow your luggage ashore.
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If you have a small backpack for day trips we recommend it.
CABIN ACCOMMODATIONS
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Children's Fares:
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5 and under: sail free with 2 adult fares*
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6 -13: 25% off with 2 full Adult fares*
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14 and over: Adult Fare
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Sink with running hot and cold water.
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Two Heads (restrooms) with hot showers on deck.
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Tap water is potable.
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Reading lights over the berths, but we like headlamps with a red light too, please be cognizant of night blinding those on watch with white light on deck at night.
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USB outlets in all cabins for charging.
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Some cabins have AC outlets for sleep apnea. Please notify us.
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Please use earphones for external audio.
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No need to bring a hair dryer or curling iron, the wind and humidity will take care of that!
BOOKING CAPACITIES:
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Over-night sails: 20 passengers, 11 Cabins
VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS:
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58.8' LOD (Length On Deck)
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19.5' Beam (widest point)
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99' LOA (Length Overall)
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52 GRT (Gross Registered Tonnage)
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Official hull number 003362
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Year Completed 1886
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Built-in Mauricetown N.J
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Hull Material, Wood
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Call Sign WDJ9164
LINENS
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Sheets, blankets, and pillows are provided.
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Bath, hand and face towels are provided.
CELL PHONE RECEPTION
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Cell phone reception depends on your carrier, but it’s okay it’s nice to unplug for a few days.
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If you need to leave an emergency contact with someone at home (207) 593-8811.
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Messages are checked on a regular basis.
MEALS / DRINKS & THE LAW
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Wicked fine meals are provided, all cooked fresh aboard by Chef Adam.
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On multi-night cruises, dinner is not provided on boarding night.
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Coffee and hot water are almost always available after 7, 6:30 if we’re lucky.
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One day wonder's first meal is lunch; Multi-Night cruises, first meal is breakfast the next morning.
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Tap water is Potable, no need to bring bottled water
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The BOYD N. SHEPPARD has a liquor license and onboard bar, "The Red Lead Drinkery". We offer cocktails, beer and wine for sale onboard. Sales tax will be added.
-
There’s an ice chest for guest use.
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Please use moderation with alcohol consumption, USCG law, no illicit drugs on board the vessel. Though newly legal in Maine, marijuana is still illegal on a Federal level. Beause our ship fall's under government inspection and so Federal Law, this means that any substance that is illegal on the Federal level is prohibited aboard.
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Guests are responsible for their own actions please respect each other, the boat, and the crew, have fun.
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Meal times are 8ish, 12ish, and 6ish along with a cookie course, hors d'oeuvres, and dessert.
Questions?