Schooner Lewis R. French

05/30/2025

On windy days like these, we see gulls dipping and soaring in our wake.

05/23/2025

Dan (the coffee man!) got this video of us last week taking care of finishing touches.
We are ready for our first trip boarding today!

05/22/2025

We're dotting our I's and crossing our T's! It's almost time to get out on the water.

05/14/2025

The French is now hauled out for spring maintenance! She'll have a few days of work done on the rail before heading back to Camden.

05/10/2025

The Lewis R. French, America’s Oldest Schooner- Good morning from the Coast of Maine. It’s raining. I took this shot yesterday afternoon of Captain Becky, Nathan, and crew tugging, lifting, and pulling to get the boom and gaff into position. So many lines(ropes), so interesting to watch. Just a few more weeks before the season begins!

How is everyone? Today is definitely Saturday and with all this rain I’m definitely in a relax and drink coffee mood. There are several orders to fill which will most certainly be ready for the post office!

Enjoy the day my friends and have a safe and peaceful weekend.- Dan
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Schooner Lewis R. French
Maine Windjammer Association

05/08/2025

The Lewis R. French, America’s Oldest Schooner- Good morning from the Coast of Maine. Just another day at the office. That is Nathen on the right and one of the crew on the left, stepping the fore topmast. Captain Becky is below keeping a watchful eye and sending up items needed to complete the task. This is so interesting to watch, step by step, lines everywhere.

How is everyone? It was very foggy again this morning but the sun is breaking through! I just might get my bike out today. Komodo Dragon seems to be my coffee of choice these days. An exceptional cup of coffee.

Enjoy the day my friends and have a thankful Thursday.- Dan
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Schooner Lewis R. French
Maine Windjammer Association

05/03/2025

There are a few projects in the works this fit out, including refinishing the aft cabin house. Here, Captain Becky is re-caulking a seam to make sure all the cabins below stay nice and dry.

05/03/2025

04/28/2025

There are no end of stunning sunset views on the French.

04/23/2025

Spring is here, and so is our newsletter! Join us for exciting cruises and new experiences.

Email from Schooner Lewis R. French   The French Connection Spring is Sprung The Rig is Tarred Our spring fit out is going quite well with our crack crew! If you sailed with us last year, you may rec

04/19/2025

What could be better than an afternoon coffee and a view of the bay? We get our coffee from local photographer and coffee roaster Coffee on the Porch- Camden, Maine

04/18/2025