Schooner Lewis R. French

Schooner Lewis R. French Windjammer homeported in Camden, Maine - offering 2,3,4,5 and 6 night sailing cruises along the coast

Join us for an all-inclusive vacation featuring tremendous sailing, homemade food and beautiful scenery. The French was built in 1871 and is the oldest commercial sailing vessel in the United States.

Sea breezes on a summer day, experienced from the best seat in the house!
08/18/2026

Sea breezes on a summer day, experienced from the best seat in the house!

Captain Becky vs a chart.
08/15/2026

Captain Becky vs a chart.

This... or that? There's a lot of ways to see Penobscot Bay, and some are undeniably more charming than others.
08/11/2026

This... or that? There's a lot of ways to see Penobscot Bay, and some are undeniably more charming than others.

First Mate Nathan and Captain Becky working together to furl the French's mainsail. When we furl the main we need plenty...
08/07/2026

First Mate Nathan and Captain Becky working together to furl the French's mainsail. When we furl the main we need plenty of help making it nice and neat!

The Lewis R. French, framed by dramatic clouds.
08/04/2026

The Lewis R. French, framed by dramatic clouds.

The only thing that could make a long day of sailing better is the sudden appearance of an overflowing cheese and charcu...
07/31/2026

The only thing that could make a long day of sailing better is the sudden appearance of an overflowing cheese and charcuterie board.

Oh, the places you'll go! (On the Lewis R. French)Last week we had our annual "How far can we get from Camden?" trip. On...
07/29/2026

Oh, the places you'll go! (On the Lewis R. French)
Last week we had our annual "How far can we get from Camden?" trip. One of the destinations was Somes Sound, the only fjord in North America.

Ooooh, what's out there?
07/18/2026

Ooooh, what's out there?

Every morning we wake up to glassy waters in a quiet cove. After a few cups of coffee and a hearty breakfast, the breeze...
07/15/2026

Every morning we wake up to glassy waters in a quiet cove. After a few cups of coffee and a hearty breakfast, the breeze is picking up and we're ready to sail!

Strahd is... helping...
07/12/2026

Strahd is... helping...

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11 Atlantic Avenue
Camden, ME
04843

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