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09/10/2026

09/06/2026

What a dramatic sunset sky after a stormy day on Penobscot Bay.

08/25/2026

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07/16/2026

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ATTENTION MAINE BOATERS: Recently, humpback whales have been seen feeding close to shore in Maine waters. The opportunity to see whales is an exciting experience, but the best experiences come from watching in a way that is safe and does not disturb the whale. The best way to keep you, your passengers, and the whales safe is to:

See a spout, watch out! ➡️ Enter an area slowly and designate someone as a lookout

Head On Is Wrong!➡️ Whales are protected under federal law, so interrupting their natural behaviors is illegal. Parallel the whale’s course and direction while staying at least 100 feet away (300 feet is better!) to avoid cutting off its path or getting too close.

Avoid trouble, steer clear of bubbles! ➡️ If you see any large bubbles or disturbances in the water, large bird aggregations, proceed with caution. A feeding whale is likely to surface in that space!

Lots of boats, then talk to folks! ➡️ If there are other boats in the area, you can use your marine radio to hail them to gather more information about the whale(s).

Don’t chase, give the whales space! ➡️ If a whale moves away from your boat, don’t chase it. Respect the whales’ behavior and keep your distance. Cautious boaters may get to see exciting natural behaviors.

Visit the NOAA website for more tips on boating and fishing safely around whales: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-story/how-safely-operate-your-vessel-around-whales

Call the Maine Stranding Hotline: 1-800-532-9551 if you see an injured, dead, or entangled marine mammal (whales, dolphins, or seals) or sea turtle in Maine. Please note: sightings may always be reported to the US Coast Guard via VHF Ch. 16.

Photo credit: Maine Department of Marine Resources Division of Marine Mammal Research under NMFS permit #27858.

07/03/2026

Plenty of spaces on the 12:15 Classic Afternoon sail July 4th. Start the holiday off with a sail on Schooner Yacht Heron Book online at sailheron.com