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Camden harbor is home to a wide range of waterfront activities from kayaking and fishing to bay cruises and historic schooner excursions.
Camden’s fleet of windjammers embark daily on two hour journeys past Curtis Island lighthouse and into West Penobscot Bay, making their way past picturesque islands with rocky coastlines, and marine wildlife. As your vessel glides along the bay, glance back and enjoy the majestic sight of Camden village tucked neatly into the imposing Camden Hills. Experienced captains enlighten passengers with historical information about the area and often provide refreshments. Comfortable seating is provided and for those anxious to get some hands-on experience, assistance in hoisting sails is usually appreciated. In the 19th century Maine windjammers formed the backbone of American shipping - carrying quarried granite from Vinalhaven Island to help build Washington D.C., as well as lumber, produce and fish to southern ports to fuel and supply the growth of a nation.
For those who prefer a less turbulent adventure, there are a number of motorized bay cruises available from Camden harbor as well. Some offer scenic lighthouse tours up and down the coastline, while others offer educational tours on wildlife and lobster fishing.
The more adventurous may choose to take matters into their own hands and rent a kayak to discover the numerous beaches in and around Camden harbor and explore Curtis island with its perimeter hiking trail, scenic outlooks and breath taking lighthouse.
Camden harbor is also home to the largest single gathering of the Maine windjammer fleet during “Windjammer Weekend” in September. This nautical celebration features eccentric contests and costumes, great food and music, and an awe-inspiring procession of windjammers under full sail.
Appledore
phone: 207-236-8353
email: sail@appledore2.com
web: www.appledore2.com
Betselma
phone: 207-236-4446
fax: 207-354-6519
email: betslema@midcaost.com
web: www.betselma.com
Camden Sailing Charters
phone: 207-691-6547
email: nancy@camdensailingcharters.com
web: www.camdensailingcharters.com
Liberation Charters
phone: 207-542-1908
email: captain_don@liberationcharters.com
web: www.liberationcharters.com
Lively Lady Too
phone: 207-236-6672
email: livelyladytoo@hotmail.com
web: livelyladytoo.com
Schooner Lazy Jack II
phone: 207-230-0602
email: lazyjack@midcoast.com
web: www.schoonerlazyjack.com
Schooner Olad
phone: 207-236-2323
email: info@maineschooners.com
web: www.maineschooners.com
Schooner Surprise
phone: 207-236-4687
email: surprise@midcoast.com
web: www.camdenmainesailing.com
Schooner Timberwind
phone: 207236-0801
Toll-Free: 800-759-9250
fax: 207236-8990
email: info@schoonertimberwind.com
web: www.schoonertimberwind.com
Schooner Yacht Heron
phone: 207-236-8605
Toll-Free: 800-599-8605
email: heron@midcoast.com
web: www.woodenboatco.com
Angelique
phone: 800-282-9989
Toll-Free: 800-282-9989
fax: 207-785-6036
email: windjam@sailangelique.com
web: www.sailangelique.com
Maine Windjammer Cruises
phone: 207-236-2938
fax: 207-236-3229
email: sail@mainewindjammercruises.com
web: www.mainewindjammercruises.com
Schooner Lewis R. French
phone: 207-236-9411
Toll-Free: 800-469-4635
email: captain@schoonerfrench.com
web: www.schoonerfrench.com
Schooner Mary Day
phone: 207-785-5670
Toll-Free: 800-992-2218
fax: 207-785-5541
email: captains@schoonermaryday.com
web: www.schoonermaryday.com