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Penobscot Bay, Maine

Experience one of the top things to do in Camden sailing along Maine's magnificent rocky coastline. Climb aboard the elegant Appledore II, a historic schooner. Feel like an adventurer from the 19th-century while enjoying state-of-the-art accommodations onboard a modern windjammer. Stroll along the wide decks as you take in the sights without needing to duck beneath the rigging. With a capacity of only 49 passengers, there is abundant seating to make yourself comfortable for this intimate sailing trip. Enjoy the chance to sail your own wooden ship as the crew welcomes your participation. Offer to help raise the sails and take a turn at the wheel of this hard-working, seaworthy schooner. Ask your crew about the history of the boat which has sailed around the world, docking at many harbors along the way. Twice a year, she still sails the Eastern seaboard between her 2 home ports of Camden, Maine and Key West, Florida.  Start the tour by departing from Bayview Landing and heading out of Camden Harbor. Discover why Camden is often called the jewel of the Maine coast as you sail past the impressive lighthouse, Curtis Island Light, dating from 1836, and into Penobscot Bay. Considered to be one of the top cruising bays in the world, Penobscot Bay will amaze you with its uninhabited islands, wildlife, and views of Camden Hills and other coastal mountains dropping off into the sea. During the tour, look along the shore for Mount Battie, historic inns, and elegant summer mansions of the rich and famous with their million dollar yachts. Watch lobstermen hauling in their traps. On a typical day, you may see porpoises playing in the water, ospreys, eagles hunting for fish, and even the occasional whale. Watch for seals sunning themselves on rocks and cute guillernots (cousins of the puffin), with their bright red feet, wobbling as they walk along the rocky shoreline. Quench your thirst with cocktails, beer, wine and soft drinks, all available for purchase during your sailing cruise. As Camden Harbor comes back into view, relax and feel the wind sweep through your hair as your memorable sailing ship cruise draws to a close.

Board the Appledore II in Bayview Landing in Camden, and enjoy a 2-hour sunset cruise. Admire the beautiful harbor, framed by mountains, and appreciate the views from the wide decks. Help to raise the sails, take a turn at the wheel, and experience captaining a traditional wooden ship. Cruise past Curtis Island Light and into Penobscot Bay. Sail along the rugged coastline, take in the majestic mountains, and look out for local wildlife such as seals, porpoises, and eagles. Cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks are available for purchase as you enjoy the sunset over Mount Battie.

Board 'The Back and Forth' - a traditional wooden lobster boat that offers jaunts on the bay in Belfast, Maine. For an extra special experience, book a morning or evening cruise and admire the city scenery, the many boats in the harbor, and hear about the local history from your captain. Go where you want with a delightful cruise around Belfast Harbor. Cruise around the harbor with your captain and take in the endless variety of boats docked there. Listen to your captain tell a short history of the Belfast Harbor, and head towards the monument. Pass by the iconic Young's Lobster Pond, and drop by to grab some lobster for a fresh meal on board. Try and keep your eyes peeled for a seal or harbor porpoise, and get up-close views of the boats and yachts. Bring your own beverages if you like and feel free to keep them in the onboard coolers. Bottle openers and glasses are available also.

Climb aboard an iconic boat to embark on your treasure hunt tour in Belfast. Follow the map, keep an eye on the sandglass, and solve clues. Come down to the Belfast City Harbor Dock aboard the Back and Forth, a traditional 28-feet wooden lobster boat. Start your adventure with a safety briefing. Get geared up in life vests and pirate hats and choose your seats. Then, begin your treasure hunt. Once out in the bay, flip the old sand hourglass to start your 1-hour countdown to finding the treasure before it is lost to the sea forever. The only directions you have are an old treasure map and some cryptic clues that were discovered in the walls of this very lobster boat. There are 8 'X's on the map but only 1 leads to the treasure. Solve the clues to find out which one it will be. Work out clues to be led to the spot where you can haul the treasure chest. The 8 crosses are there to deter you, so you might not get it the first time, but

Travel by boat around Maine’s Belfast Bay on a traditional 28-foot lobster boat with a captain as your guide. Dock and enjoy fresh lobster rolls waiting for you before heading back over the waters on a sunset cruise with food and drinks. Hop on board the Back and Forth and travel on the iconic vessel along with Mid-Coast Maine. Hear fascinating tales about Belfast, from the gigantic sunfish spotted last season to stories of a hidden treasure on one of the 200 islands of Penobscot Bay. Bring your favorite beverage on board and relax in one of the captain’s chairs as you cruise around Belfast harbor. Learn about Belfast from your captain and hear about the many activities for locals and tourists. Sail to Young's Lobster Pound and tie up at the dock. Skip the long line with your captain at one of Maine's most iconic Lobster pounds. Check out the lobster tanks, take some pictures, and soak up the energy of the place before heading back down on the boat. As you cruise back, eat your fresh lobster rolls, bask in the sunset, and take photos before returning to the dock.