Schooner Sailing Schedule
2021 J. & E. Riggin Sailing Dates
PLEASE NOTE: Links to trip particulars will show information that reflect the current sailing season. Once the current season ends, the next year’s schedule will be updated with proper dates, instructors, and details.
Available Promotion(s): Book your 2021 trip before February 1, 2021 for a 5% early booking discount (10% for repeat passengers).
If you are interested in scheduling a charter please call the office at 1-800-869-0604 or use the “Contact Us” form at the top right. All dates are open and available for charter until someone books passage. Call early to get your preferred date.
Please keep in mind that dates and prices are subject to change anytime before December 1st of the previous sailing year.
| Date |
Days |
Trip Description |
Price per Person |
| May 22 - 25, 2021 |
4 |
Music & Dance Cruise |
$895 |
| May 26 - 28, 2021 |
3 |
Sky-Gazing w/ Supermoon/Lunar Eclipse |
$599 |
| May 30 - June 2, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$795 |
| June 6 - 9, 2021 |
4 |
Early Summer Getaway |
$795 |
| June 11 - 14, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Knitting Cruises w/ Mim Bird |
$955 |
| June 15 - 18, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Knitting Cruises w/ Bill Huntington |
$955 |
| June 20 - 23, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$795 |
| June 25 - 28, 2021 |
4 |
Sky-Gazing w/ Full Moon/Supermoon |
$795 |
| June 30 - July 3, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$795 |
| July 5 - 10, 2021 |
6 |
Schooner Race |
$1245 |
| July 12 - 15, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$949 |
| July 16 - 19, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters w/ Windjammer Parade |
$949 |
| July 21 - 24, 2021 |
4 |
Plein Air Painting & Arts with Susan Nicholas Gephart |
$979 |
| July 26 - 31, 2021 |
6 |
Music and Storytelling with Geoff Kaufman |
$1345 |
| August 2 - 5, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$949 |
| August 7 - 10, 2021 |
4 |
Sky-Gazing w/ New Moon/Stargazing |
$949 |
| August 11 - 14, 2021 |
4 |
Sky-Gazing w/ Perseids Meteor Shower |
$949 |
| August 16 - 19, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$949 |
| August 21 - 24, 2021 |
4 |
Sky-Gazing w/ Full Moon/Blue Moon |
$949 |
| August 26 - 28, 2021 |
3 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$841 |
| August 29 - 31, 2021 |
3 |
Summer Isn’t Over Yet |
$841 |
| September 1 - 4, 2021 |
4 |
Camden Windjammer Festival |
$949 |
| September 6 - 11, 2021 |
6 |
Maine Knitting Cruises w/ Margaret Radcliffe |
$1234 |
| September 13 - 18, 2021 |
6 |
Wooden Boat Sail In |
$1175 |
| September 20 - 23, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$813 |
| September 25 - 28, 2021 |
4 |
Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters |
$813 |
| September 30 - October 3, 2021 |
4 |
Fall Color Getaway |
$813 |
| October 5 - 8, 2021 |
4 |
Sky-Gazing w/ Draconids Meteor Shower |
$813 |
Rewards & Savings for Our Loyal Passengers
You have choices when it comes to how you will spend your vacation time. We know it and appreciate that our customers choose us again… and again.
Over the years, we have steadily increased the rate of our repeat business. This says—and means—a lot. First, you must enjoy the time you spend with us. Second, you must see the value in the experience we offer. Third, you’re drawn to the excitement of sailing along the coast of Maine… on a historic schooner, to boot!
The way we see it, every windjammer cruise experience is an opportunity to deepen our customer relationships and build value through relevance and real advantages to choosing us. That said, we will continue to offer our Schooner Rewards programs with discounts for early bookings.
Earn points to win a FREE schooner vacation. Every time you refer someone to us who books a sailing vacation, you’ll receive 100 points (you also get points for every person in their party—so a family of 5 would earn you 500 points!). There are several other ways to earn points that you can then use for money off your trip, in our ship’s store, or for certificates to use in our area while you are in town before and/or after your windjammer cruise. Click here for a complete listing of ways to earn points and how to redeem them.
Book Your Trip
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Things to Note:
- While we feel every sailing cruise is special, we do offer some windjammer trips with events or with a special focus. You can find descriptions under the “Schedule” menu.
- Keep in mind we board every trip the evening before the date listed between 5 and 6 p.m.
- To check availability or reserve your cabin please email us or give us a call at 1-800-869-0604.
- There is a 5% discount if reserved BEFORE February 1 (of the current sailing season).
- A deposit of $350 reserves a berth on any cruise, the balance is due 6 weeks before your sailing date.
- Cancellation Policy: Due to our small size, cancellations or rescheduling of dates affect us significantly. We limit the number of guests to a maximum 24 passengers each trip to keep our guests’ experience personal and customized. As a small, family-owned and operated business, this means that every booking is important to ensure an exclusive, authentic experience, and excellent service. All cancellations (no matter the reason) made 8 weeks before your arrival are eligible for a refund less a $150 per person cancellation fee. For cancellations made on or inside 8 weeks before your boarding date any and all payments are non-refundable unless we are able to rebook the entire space. If we are able to fill the entire space, any payments will be refunded less a $150 per person cancellation fee. If your space is not completely filled, any payments are forfeited. If you need to change your trip date and do so before your final payment is made 6 weeks before sailing, any payments made can be applied to a future visit. If the date change happens on or inside of 6 weeks there is a $150 per person change fee.
- Trip Cancellation Insurance Recommended: Because the Schooner J. & E. Riggin serves a limited number of guests, we strongly suggest that you purchase trip cancellation insurance. If you choose not to purchase trip insurance and an unforeseen event keeps you from being able to travel to Schooner J. & E. Riggin, we will be unable to refund your deposit and/or paid balance as set forth in our cancellation policy. We do not offer insurance directly but do recommend Allianz Travel Insurance. Their toll-free number is 1-866-884-3556 or visit AllianzTravelInsurance.com. Of course you may use any travel insurance company you prefer.
We look forward to being a part of your Maine windjammer cruise.
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Heard on the Docks…
“We want to thank you for all you did to make sailing on the J&E Riggin such a memorable experience. I had looked forward to it so much for so long that I was afraid that the actual experience could not live up to the anticipation. It did!”
~ Harry & Karel S., MO
“We had the time of our lives on the trip, and couldn’t imagine being with a better ship, crew, and shipmates. We enjoyed being entertained by your singing and your jokes in the evening, and just the whole relaxed pace of the week. We appreciated the great cooking and the all-around friendliness of all the crew, a direct reflection of the two of you.”
~ John & Doug P., UT
