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Schooner Heron was built in Camden by Nigel Bower and family for day-sailing the coast. Daily cruises from Rockport include Morning Private sails, Educational Eco sails and Happy Hour Sunset sails. Enjoy the exquisite beauty of coast as we sail Maine Schooner Heron among the islands of Penobscot Bay.  See the Rockport, Camden and Rockland shoreline as we glide over the water.

Consider a private sail for just your group aboard Schooner Heron. With 52′ of deck space, your group can spread out. Choose from the Morning Private Sail  or customize your own sailing time and duration. USCG maximum capacity is 30 passengers. Let us make Summer 2024 an unforgettable experience for you. Contact us with your charter ideas. [email protected]  

Sail Schooner HERON Maine and the Grenadines

Built in Camden, Maine and launched in 2003, Schooner Heron has served many purposes, including a family home and a movie prop; but today we proudly operate daily sailing trips on the coast of Maine and love sharing the beautiful coast with visitors and locals alike.

When exploring the Camden, Rockport, Rockland area, put Maine Schooner Heron on the top of your things to-do list.  Our  sailing excursions  depart from midcoast Maine’s best kept secret: historic Rockport Harbor.

Leaving from historic Rockport Harbor, we offer Private 2 hour morning sails,   Educational Eco Sails that delve into the history of Rockport and Camden and educate about the wildlife and rugged landscape of the Camden Hills and midcoast Maine. Each evening, we offer a Happy Hour Sunset Sail , which provides a stunning opportunity to enjoy the water as the sun dips below the horizon.

In addition, Sail Schooner Heron, offering a series of special event sails.

Charter the Schooner Heron and customize your dream sailing adventure

Schooner Heron was built by the Bower family in Camden, family owned and operated and fast becoming a legend. Since her launch in 2003 in Rockport, she has sailed over 100,000 nautical miles carrying more than 35,000 guests. She was featured in the movie, “ The Rum Diary ,” starring Johnny Depp.

Contact us for more details. Reserve your spot today on one of our Maine day sail trips. A sail on Heron will be the highlight of your vacation.

Summer: Located at the dock in Rockport Marine Park, 111 Pascal Avenue , Rockport, Maine 04856

Winter: sailing from bequia and union island, st vincent and the grenadines, and many other islands of the caribbean.

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Heron - Rockport Maine

Boat Type : Schooner

Year Built : 2003

Length Overall : 65 feet

Length on Deck : 52 feet

# of Passengers : 36

Cruise Options : Island Sail, Ecotour, Sunset Sail

Cruise Price : $45 - $55

Accepts Kids : Yes

Season : June - Mid-October

Port : Rockport Harbor - Rockport Marine Park

Boat Description

Heron is family built, owned and operated by the Bower family of Camden, Maine. During the summer months Heron sails Penobscot Bay from Rockport, Maine and winters in the Caribbean. Heron is a famous & proven design, is fast and comfortable with round the world capabilities. It is one of the most famous classic yachts of all time. The Schooner Yacht Heron is truly one of the finest daysailing schooners in the fleet.

Heron has sailed over 40,000 sea miles since her launching in 2003. The Schooner Heron features as "Sanderson's yacht" in the Johnny Depp film "The Rum Diary" based on the book by Hunter S. Thompson.

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The Schooner Heron offers three daysailing trips daily from Rockport Harbor including an island Sail with Lobster Roll Lunch, an educational Indian Island Lighthouse/Eco Tour, and a relaxing Gourmet Sunset Sail.

Island Sail w/ Lobster Roll Lunch

This three hour sailing adventure is the perfect cruise to see Penobscot Bay and enjoy the taste of fresh Maine Lobster. See the harbor seals basking on the ledges at Robinson's Rocks and simply relax as Heron takes the bay in her stride. On our favorite point of sail, Bonnie will serve a freshly prepared lobster roll lunch. Hot tea or coffee and cookies top off the perfect trip.

Indian Island Light / Eco Tour

On this trip, guests learn about the history of Rockport Harbor - the shipbuilding and the export of lime and ice. Guests will hear about the history of magical Indian Island Light and it's decline in the 1930's. Enjoy the educational narrative from glaciers forming the bay to the migration of the marine mammals and seabirds. With fair wind and tide, guests will spot the seals on Robinson's Rock, the birthplace of the famous Andre the seal.

Gourmet Sunset Sail

Enjoy good food, good company, great sailing and a beautiful sunset. Includes hors d'oeurves, BYO beer/wine. Let a sunset trip aboard Schooner Heron highlight your vacation. Check with the boat for departure times for the Sunset Sail after Labor Day, as it varies with the length of the day.

Trip Information (2010 Season Schedule)

June to Mid-October (Three daily trips, Monday - Sunday)

* Please call to confirm the exact departure time for the Sunset Sail after Labor Day, as it varies with the length of the day.

Captains Nigel and Bonnie Bower

Location map, contact information.

111 Pascal Ave. Rockport Marine Park Rockport, ME 04856 TF: 800-599-8605 PH: 207-236-8605 Email: click here

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The Schooner Yacht "Heron" is a 65 foot schooner that sails three trips daily on Penobscot Bay from Rockport Harbor, Maine.

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Boat Type : Schooner

Year Built : 2003

Length Overall : 65 feet

Length on Deck : 52 feet

# of Passengers : 30

Cruise Options : Island lunch sail, Ecotour, Sunset Dinner

Cruise Price : $50 - $75

Accepts Kids : Yes

Season : June - Mid-October

Port : Rockport Harbor - Rockport Marine Park

Boat Description

Heron is family built, owned and operated by the Bower family of Camden, Maine. During the summer months Heron sails Penobscot Bay from Rockport, Maine and winters in the Caribbean. Heron is a famous & proven design, is fast and comfortable with round the world capabilities. It is one of the most famous classic yachts of all time. The Schooner Yacht Heron is truly one of the finest daysailing schooners in the fleet.

Heron has sailed over 60,000 sea miles since her launching in 2003. The Schooner Heron features as "Sanderson's yacht" in the Johnny Depp film "The Rum Diary" based on the book by Hunter S. Thompson.

Boat Photographs

Boat trip information.

The Schooner Heron offers three daysailing trips daily from Rockport Harbor including an island Sail with Lobster Roll Lunch, an educational Indian Island Lighthouse/Eco Tour, and a relaxing Gourmet Sunset Sail.

Island Sail w/ Lobster Roll Lunch

This three hour sailing adventure is the perfect cruise to see Penobscot Bay and enjoy the taste of fresh Maine Lobster. See the harbor seals basking on the ledges at Robinson's Rocks and simply relax as Heron takes the bay in her stride. On our favorite point of sail, Bonnie will serve a freshly prepared lobster roll lunch. Hot tea or coffee and cookies top off the perfect trip.

Indian Island Light / Eco Tour

On this trip, guests learn about the history of Rockport Harbor - the shipbuilding and the export of lime and ice. Guests will hear about the history of magical Indian Island Light and it's decline in the 1930's. Enjoy the educational narrative from glaciers forming the bay to the migration of the marine mammals and seabirds. With fair wind and tide, guests will spot the seals on Robinson's Rock, the birthplace of the famous Andre the seal.

Sunset Dinner Sail

Enjoy good food, good company, great sailing and a beautiful sunset. Includes hors d’oeuvres and Maine Chowder dinner. Let a sunset trip aboard Schooner Heron highlight your vacation. Check with the boat for departure times for the Sunset Sail after Labor Day, as it varies with the length of the day.

Trip Information (2014 Season Schedule)

June to Mid-October (Three daily trips, Monday - Sunday)

* Please call to confirm the exact departure time for the Sunset Sail after Labor Day, as it varies with the length of the day.

Capts. Nigel Bower and Bonnie Schmidt

During the summer season Schooner HERON sails Maine Coast’s Penobscot Bay from June mid-October, offering daily sailing excursions from Mid-coast Maine’s best kept secret, Rockport Harbor. During the winter season, HERON migrates to the Caribbean as far south as St Vincent and the Grenadines, stopping in Bermuda, BVI’s, and many of the Windward Islands.

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111 Pascal Ave. Rockport Marine Park Rockport, ME 04856 TF: 800-599-8605 PH: 207-236-8605 Email: click here

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The Schooner Yacht "Heron" is a 65 foot schooner that sails three trips daily on Penobscot Bay from Rockport Harbor, Maine.

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