Join us on the adventure of
a lifetime

Wake up aboard a historic sailing ship, watch the sunrise with a hot drink, and spend the day exploring the stunning coast of Maine.

All-inclusive, 3 to 6 night sailing adventures

There’s no better way to experience Maine’s scenic coastline than a Windjammer cruise aboard the historic Schooner J. & E. Riggin. Your 3-, 4-, 5-, or 6-night sail departs from Rockland, Maine, and will take you along the bold and beautiful granite coastline, past spruce-clad islands, and through the legendary lighthouses-dotted points of Penobscot Bay.

The J. & E. Riggin Experience

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  • The Schooner J. & E. Riggin was built in Dorchester, New Jersey in 1927 by Charles Riggin as an oyster dredger, and named for his sons, Jacob & Edward. This two-masted, gaff-rigged schooner was built for speed and maneuverability, as was demonstrated in 1929 when she won the only official oyster schooner race on the Delaware Bay…

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  • Captain Justin Schaefer has been sailing since he was old enough to stand and that is no exaggeration. A Long Island native, he grew up sailing on the Great South Bay nearly every day there was wind. Captain & Chef Jocelyn Schmidt grew up in Ohio with ambitions of becoming a history teacher or an archivist, but a study abroad opened her eyes to a world of adventure…

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  • In bringing you your one-of-a-kind sailing adventure, we are committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible practices. This is an immersive experience, allowing you to engage with the culture in Maine through local artists and craftspeople.

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