Public Schooner Sails

Public Afternoon & Sunset Sails – Get out on the water

Experience the joy of setting sail and shutting off the engine as we sail through Long Island Sound. Sit back and relax or take a turn at the helm, the choice is yours.

Sails depart from ports across Long Island Sound.

SoundWaters is steel-hulled, U.S. Coast Guard-certified to carry up to 40 passengers. The decks are wide and comfortable and can accommodate wheelchairs. A quiet diesel engine motors the schooner until the sails are raised. All children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult.

We offer two-hour public sails from May 26 through September 30, 2018

Afternoon Sails – Great for Families!

Enjoy the excitement and wonder of the Long Island Sound aboard our 80′ Schooner. Work together to raise the sails, examine firsthand the rich diversity of the life that exists beneath the waves, sample and test water quality, learn about hypoxia, and analyze groundwater. All passengers must be 5 years old. Price: $30/adults, $20 for Seniors ages 65+ and $15 for children ages 5-12.

Sunset Sails – Great for Adults!

Join us aboard the 80′ Schooner for a Sunset Sail. Bring your dinner and your favorite beverage and relax while watching the sun dip below the horizon. All passengers must be 5 years old. Price $40/person. No children pricing on Sunset sails.

To book – Click on your desired date and time in the schedule below.

Please note the Schooner departs ON TIME. For example, if the sail is scheduled to depart at 6pm, it will leave at 6pm. Please be at the dock at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

All sales are final.

SCHEDULE

Fireworks Sail – Leaving from Stamford

WHAT TO BRING

The setup on the boat is casual, no seat assignments, passengers can stand or sit on a bench-style elevation. You are welcome to bring small picnic-style meal, snacks, soft drinks, waters, wine/beer, no hard liquor, please. Small coolers only as the space is limited on the boat.

Boat shoes, sneakers, comfortable rubber sole shoes – great, no high heels.

There is no special protected space from the sun, so wear a hat, sunblock. Extra layer of clothing is recommended for sunset sails on cooler days.

PORTS AND DIRECTIONS

Ports and Directions

Stamford
200 Southfield Ave, Boccuzzi at Southfield park. (see map)

Parking is free, crew member will meet you at the parking lot and direct to the boar location. There is 5 min walk from the parking to the dock on the pier.

Please plan to arrive 10-15 min before the sail to have enough time to get to the dock. The boat will leave and arrive promptly per schedule.

Bridgeport
Captain’s Cove Seaport: One Bostwick Avenue.

Parking is free, crew member will meet you at the parking lot and direct to the boar location. There is 3 min walk from the parking to the dock.

Please plan to arrive 10-15 min before the sail to have enough time to get to the dock. The boat will leave and arrive promptly per schedule.

Port Jefferson

101 East Broadway, Village Center Dock, just east of Danfords and the ferry dock.

Parking is ………………..

Please plan to arrive 15 min before the sail to have enough time to get to the dock. The boat will leave and arrive promptly per schedule.

PUBLIC SAILS FAQ

Custom Charters

Charter The Schooner

Come aboard the Tall Ship SoundWaters, a three-masted schooner styled after a 19th century Chesapeake Bay sharpie schooner. Treat your employees, associates, friends or family to a brilliant sunset or beautiful afternoon on Long Island Sound, enjoyed from the deck of this 80-foot sailing vessel.

FEES AND SCHEDULE

A limited number of private charters are available between May and October.

The standard charter fee is $2,000 for a 2 hour sail. Longer trips are available on request (contact us for pricing info). Charter fees, which help underwrite the cost of SoundWaters Education Programs, include Crew, Fuel, Docking Costs and all taxes. Weeknight, weekend, and weekday options are available.

Please contact us for availability – schooner@soundwaters.org or 203 406 3319.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

You may bring aboard your own fare or use the caterer of your choice. We recommend simple, picnic type foods. Groups wishing to serve alcoholic beverages may offer beer and wine during their sail.

SoundWaters has worked with many local caterers. Click here for a list of caterers who have experience on the Schooner.

If you wish to use someone else, please have them contact us with any questions.

LOCATION

Groups depart from the SoundWaters Harbor Site located in Boccuzzi Park at Southfield, 166 Southfield Ave, Stamford CT. (directions) Throughout the sailing season, the schooner travels to many other ports across the Long Island Sound. Please contact SoundWaters, at (203) 406-3319 to check the schooner schedule.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation of the charter will result in certain fees. SoundWaters full Cancellation Policy is available upon request. In case of inclement weather, SoundWaters will make every effort to reschedule the charter. If the charter cannot be rescheduled, a refund will be issued.

Public Sales FAQ

What They’re Saying

“This was a great way to spend a Sunday evening in the summer. The ship was beautiful. The crew was friendly and helpful. It was fun to do as a group but I’d do it alone or as a couple.”

–Samantha Dane