Camden Maine Sailing Cruises and Charters

Let us be your Camden Maine Sailing Experience, with its rocky shoreline, lighthouses, seals, bald eagles, islands, lobster boats and hidden mansions. Schooner Olad sails daily from Camden, Maine; Memorial Day weekend to mid-October. Schooner Olad offers historic two-hour daysails aboard a completely restored, classic yacht. Schooner Olad also offers custom Sailing charters. Whether it is for two hours, a half day, or a full day, Olad is the perfect place for an office outing, family get-together, wedding or a wedding party. Catering is available.

The captain, Aaron Lincoln is a local Mainer. Aaron will talk about the history of the area and the schooner trade while you sail one of his favorite locations.

The Olad Is Open For Tours Thursday May 16, 2013

Submitted by Aaron Lincoln on Sun, 2013-05-12 15:12

Schooner Olad's Sails The first flowers of the season popped out of the ground last Month. Today, the Schooner Olad sits at the dock ready. The crew of the Olad is already in high gear getting her in tip top shape for our Thursday, May 16th season opening. A special thanks to those of you who have already made plans to come back this season, we are thrilled to be a part of all of the weddings and special events you have planned. We would also like to thank the Friends Of Maine's Seabird Islands for working with us to offer a special bird watching trip to be held July 18th. That is just one of the many special events we have planned for the season. For the complete list please visit the Upcoming Events link on our website: www.maineschooners.com or give us a call (207)236-2323.

Sailing Vessel Owl Anchored at Private Island In Other Exciting News, Meet Our New Boat Owl
Camden Harbor is the home port to our new sailing vessel Owl. I have been looking around for a while now, imagining a second boat. A boat that could do longer, more private trips like lobster bakes, island picnics, and destination sailing like Nebo Lodge on North Haven. When I came across Owl this winter, it was love at first sight. She is a timeless classic, designed by the world famous yacht designer John Alden. Owl was built in 1941 to be a fast comfortable cruising boat. She has been completely restored to the highest standards and is ready to take you sailing. Owl will provide you with an unique experience. She will take up to six passengers making her the most private and intimate wooden sailboat in Camden Harbor.

I invite you come and see for yourself. She is docked at Wayfarer Marine at the "Head of the Harbor" marina. I will get more info on website soon, until then, call us with any questions. (207)236-2323

I am really excited about this season, and a little overwhelmed with our two boats. Yet, it all this activity that keeps me alive and well. Classic sailing boats is what I do best. I look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Win a Great Maine Vaction and Cruise

Submitted by Aaron Lincoln on Sat, 2013-04-13 13:38

One of the things we like to do on the Sailing Ship Olad, is to donate our time to great causes, like Youthlinks. They are currently fund raising through a fabulous raffle, where you could win a phenomenal “Maine Vacation.” The tickets are only $25.00, and there is only one month left to buy them at: www.mainedreamvacationraffle.com So please help them, and buy some tickets.

The lucky winner and companion will enjoy three nights at the Samoset Resort on the Ocean, including a round of golf. They will dine each night at a different restaurant: La Bella Vita Ristorante, Rockport; the Craignair Inn & Restaurant, Spruce Head; and The Youngtown Inn & Restaurant, Lincolnville.

The winner will also be treated to a biplane tour over Penobscot Bay, courtesy of the Owls Head Transportation Museum, passes to the Farnsworth Art Museum, Rockland and of course a sail aboard the Schooner Olad, Camden.

The prize also includes round-trip airfare for two from Boston to Rockland, courtesy of Cape Air, and $500 in spending money courtesy of Bangor Savings Bank. Travel is June 7^th -10^th and the drawing is in May.

Youthlinks is a program that provides after-school programs that include community service, leadership and enrichment opportunities to all youth anywhere in mid-coast Maine. Teens in the after-school programs learn skills, build self-esteem, cultivate social responsibility, develop leadership abilities and connect to their peers, to adult mentors, and to their communities. After-school programs are free for participating youth. Youthlinks is funded through a combination of state grants and the generous donations.

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Raising Sail on Schooner Olad

On an Acadia Center for English Immersion excursion, Jean-Marc, a student from France, volunteers to help raise the sail on the schooner Olad. The Camden hills can be seen in the background.

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