NJ’s Official Tall Ship A.J. Meerwald will offer public and
educational sails along the Delaware River this July, departing
from Independence Seaport Museum (ISM) docks at Penn’s Landing in
Philadelphia. Experience history aboard this authentically restored
1928 Delaware Bay oyster schooner. Help hoist the sails or sit back
and relax. Once aboard, the crew shares the boat’s rich maritime
history, the sh
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ellfish industry along the Delaware River and Bay, and the culture
of those who lived and worked in the industry. The cost of a public
sail ticket is $50, charters are available as well as educational
sails for youth organizations and nonprofits. Donations are
appreciated and will help support New Jersey’s official Tall Ship,
the state’s very own historic oyster schooner. Delaware River Sail
Schedule: Weekly Public Sails June 30th through July 23rd Thurs:
6-8 pm | Fri: 6-8 pm Sat: 10-12 noon, 3-5 pm & 6-8 pm Sun: 3-5 pm &
6-8 pm Sunset Sails Wednesday – Sunday 6 pm – 8 pm Education Sails
– Saturdays, 10 am -12 pm include hands-on stations and a river
trawl. Also available for youth organizations & non-profits Charter
Sails available – Capacity of 50 passengers All are welcomed to
come sailing on the oyster schooner A.J. Meerwald to experience
history, the environment, and adventure. Tickets may be purchased
at BayshoreCenter.org The Bayshore Center at Bivalve (BCB) is
excited to work in association with the Independence Seaport Museum
in an effort to foster an appreciation of history and culture
within the community surrounding the Delaware Bay and River.
