SPLENDOR IN THE MAINE TRADITION
When the glaciers sculpted Maine's coastal hills her sheltered inlets,
her deep, broad bays, and her firmament of islands, they created one of the
loveliest sailing areas in the world. When this coast's first European
settlers constructed a simple wooden sailing vessel not too far from present-day
Rockland, they began a proud Maine boatbuilding heritage.
Such is the essence of Maine. It is the homeplace of
Victory Chimes, America's Largest Windjammer, a 170 foot wooden sailing vessel, having
a 25 foot beam. She's sea-kindly, graceful, stable and comfortable. The Sailing
Club has been given the opportunity to book passage aboard the Victory Chimes
for a week-long windjammer cruise. Experience all the peace and
romance of this authentic, historic schooner while enjoying all her spaciousness
and modern comforts. Victory Chimes accommodates just 40 guests.
This means plenty of room for you on deck, in the main saloon, and in
your cabin. The Victory Chimes offers hot, freshwater showers a few steps from your cabin, 110 volt
electricity for your hair dryer or shaver, and hot-air furnace.
What is it like to go sailing on this beautiful ship? It is the
most relaxing, restorative vacation you could imagine. Pack up your
day-to-day cares and leave them on the dock while we explore the small islands
off the coast of Maine. You will be busy savoring the simple pleasures
of shipboard life: the time to read a good book, the tranquility to snooze
in the warmth of the afternoon sun, the freedom to go wherever the wind takes
us.
You will find special places ashore whether we're lying off an unspoiled
island beach or a salty seafaring port. We may be able to share the
thrill of seeing a porpoise play in the sea. For exercise, you can
swim, workout in the rowboat, go for a run, or take an energetic walk along
the shore. If you have a mind to, you can hone your navigational skills,
practice plotting our course with the compass and chart laid out just for
passengers, or practice marlinspike seamanship with a crew member.
Once the anchor is down, we will gather on the main deck to toast the
day. Hors d'oeuvres will be provided, and you can break out whatever
you brought with you to cheer the end of a day. Thereafter, dinner
will be served when the brass bell is rung! You will feast on fresh
lobster and other unique and hearty New England fare that the Chef prepares
daily. Blueberry pancakes in the morning and fresh homemade bread
and desserts at lunch and dinner await you. Lunch is served on deck
as we sail along.
Boarding will be the eve of Sunday, September 12th after 6 p.m., returning
to Rockland Saturday, September 18th before noon. The drinking terms
are BYOB and soda, all meals will be provided. Cost is $775 per person
or $725 per person if we have 10 or more people. To reserve a berth,
a deposit of $350 per person must be made prior to March 20, 2004.
The remaining balance of $425 is due by July 1, 2004. We can receive
a discount if more than 10 people signup for this trip. Should we obtain
more than 10 people prior to the July 1 date, a payment of only $375 will
need to be made. Checks are to be made out to The Sailing Club, Inc. The
Victory Chimes' policy is to refund your deposit less $50 should you cancel prior to
July 1st. Cancellations after this date receive no money back, but
can be used on a Victory Chimes trip the following year. To register,
click here for the signup form
.
An informational Pre-trip meeting for all trip participants will be held
September 1, 2004. At the pre-trip meeting, you will be given a proposed
trip itinerary and answer any questions you may have concerning the trip.
Carpooling will be organized, with maps and directions given at that time.
Should you have any questions regarding this trip, please contact
Lillian Parsons
by email or call her on 908-781-6240.
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