Waterfront Information & Safety

This pamphlet download below is mandatory reading for anyone wishing to use our waterfront. In addition, one must attend our Monday waterfront orientation, which is held aver lunch at the Boathouse, weather permitting.

Our waterfront is a treasure. It’s an amazing place to learn about and enjoy boats. We love it, but we also worry about it. What follows is our best thinking on how to use this part of WoodenBoat School safely.

Some of what we have written here about safety and local conditions may sound dire. The plain fact of it is that boating is somewhat dangerous, and this is particularly true of small boats on the coast of Maine. But the rewards are great! This area is a fantastic place to explore by boat, and we have some great boats to do it in. So please don’t let our cautions scare you away. Take advantage of this opportunity, but take it seriously.