Sunday, May 27, 2012

Tubman Tour May 31 on Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester

     Cambridge, Md. -- The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Conference in Cambridge, June 1-2, is offering a two-hour guided excursion on the Skipjack Nathan on May 31, from 9 to 11 a.m. Cost is $30 per person.
     Harriet Tubman scholars John Creighton and Pat Lewis will provide insights into the Underground Railroad heroine's life and activities, with a unique on-the-water perspective.
     The Nathan's public sailing season runs from May through October. Regularly scheduled public sails depart from Long Wharf, at the end of High Street, in Cambridge, Maryland.
     Saturday Public Sails are two hours long and generally include an oyster dredging demonstration, conditions permitting. One Sunday each month, we offer two one-hour sails at a reduced price. While the Sunday sails do not include dredging, they still offer an unforgettable opportunity to experience sailing on a traditional Chesapeake Bay skipjack.
     All ages are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Life jackets are provided and must be worn by children 12 and under. No pets are allowed except service dogs. Passengers in wheelchairs can be accommodated, but it is advisable to let the ship know ahead of time. The onboard “head” (marine toilet) is not handicapped-accessible.
     Complete information is available at http://www.skipjack-nathan.org.

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