 The 14th Annual Windjammer Weekend comes to Camden Harbor August 29–31, 2008, and features the largest annual gathering of Maine's historic windjammer fleet—a spectacular parade of sail against the majestic, pine-shrouded backdrop of Camden Hills.
Fittingly, there's even been a happy off-season highlight: Windjammer Weekend's founder/organizer received a community Maritime Heritage Award.
Yet again this summer, nearly 30 schooners will converge on Camden Harbor. Crews will offer tours and cruises to passengers, than spill out of their boats to join the fun. Windjammer Weekend offers something for everyone: a Build-A-Boat contest that consistently inspires a meshing of efficiency with eccentricity; a family treasure hunt, the popular Harbor Hounds Dog Show; lobster crate races; a book fair; free movie screening of Captains Courageous that encourages moviegoers to wear foul weather gear; a pie-baking contest; and the 4th Annual Chowdah Challenge.
Visitors will be treated to a host of nautical demonstrations and crafts throughout the weekend. Music will be provided by bands with nautical influences in Harbor Park, with a featured act on Saturday night at Camden Opera House.
Face painting, model boat demonstrations, a boat parade, and fireworks are all part of the fun. Food, family fun, and the friendly atmosphere of Maine's quintessential seaside village make this event a popular late-summer celebration.
Please check back often for more 2008 details!
Click here to view our 2008 promotional video @ YouTube
Click here to see video coverage of the 2006 event @ T2P.tv!
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