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Schooner Soundwaters Sunset Sails
September 1, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Schooner Soundwaters Sunset Sails, Bocuzzi Park, Stamford: Board the 80’ Tall Schooner Soundwaters, the ship that Pete Seeger made famous, for a two-hour afternoon or sunset journey on the Long Island Sound. The Schooner Soundwaters, seats 40 and sails from Boccuzzi Park in Stamford. Bring your dinner a favorite quaff including wine or beer. Check in 15 minutes before sail departure.
SoundWaters is steel-hulled, U.S. Coast Guard-certified to carry up to 40 passengers. The decks are wide and comfortable and can accommodate wheelchairs. A quiet diesel engine motors the schooner until the sails are raised. All children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult.
Discover the rich history of sailing and oystering on Long Island Sound. Learn the importance of design and use of a sharpie schooner as you sail aboard a 19th century replica.
Schooner Soundwaters Sunset Sails: What To Bring: The setup on the boat is casual, no seat assignments, passengers can stand or sit on a bench-style elevation. You are welcome to bring small picnic-style meal, snacks, soft drinks, waters, wine/beer, no hard liquor, please. Small coolers only as the space is limited on the boat.
Boat shoes, sneakers, comfortable rubber sole shoes – great, no high heels.
There is no special protected space from the sun, so wear a hat, sunblock. Extra layer of clothing is recommended for sunset sails on cooler days.
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