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Known as the Good Luck Ship for over a century and a half, the Stephen Taber is a prime example of a classic coasting schooner: natty good looks, a wide stable deck, and pleasing sailing characteristics. The Taber has been in the Barnes family since 1979; Noah is the fleet’s only 2nd generation windjammer captain. Captain Noah and his wife Jane are known for their love of cheese, music, wine, and throwing one heck of a dinner party. Stephen Taber cruises feature house-made charcuterie, selected wines served every evening, delightful sailing dinghies and paddleboards, and informal live music.

- Captain Noah Barnes and Jane Barnes

View Schedule Stephen Taber Website

Max. Guests

22

Min. Age

14

Length on Deck

68’

Length Overall

110’

Homeport

Rockland, Maine

Built-In

1871

Stephen Taber Reservations:
800-999-7352

Download 2025 PDF Schedule

Dates Length
May 22–26, 2025
Thursday to Monday
4 nights Wine, dine and chocolate
May 27–30, 2025
Tuesday to Friday
3 nights Available for private charter
May 31–June 4, 2025
Saturday to Wednesday
4 nights Full - private charter
June 6–11, 2025
Friday to Wednesday
5 nights Windjammer gam with music
June 12–16, 2025
Thursday to Monday
4 nights Gourmet Gastropub
June 17–21, 2025
Tuesday to Saturday
4 nights Summer solstice with live music
June 22–26, 2025
Sunday to Thursday
4 nights Culinary Explorations
June 28–July 5, 2025
Saturday to Saturday
7 nights Great Schooner Race
July 6–10, 2025
Sunday to Thursday
4 nights Four-nights w/Kate Schaffer of Ragged Coast Chocolates
July 11–15, 2025
Friday to Tuesday
4 nights Weekend Escape
July 16–20, 2025
Wednesday to Sunday
4 nights Four-night Getaway
July 22–26, 2025
Tuesday to Saturday
4 nights Full - private charter
July 27–30, 2025
Sunday to Wednesday
3 nights Three-night getaway
July 30–August 2, 2025
Wednesday to Saturday
3 nights Three-night getaway
August 3–9, 2025
Sunday to Saturday
6 nights Captain's Choice
August 10–16, 2025
Sunday to Saturday
6 nights Perseid Meteor Shower
August 17–21, 2025
Sunday to Thursday
4 nights Our Local Culinary Heroes
August 22–26, 2025
Friday to Tuesday
4 nights Weekend Escape
August 27–31, 2025
Wednesday to Sunday
4 nights Camden Windjammer Festival
September 1–5, 2025
Monday to Friday
4 nights Music w/Chicky Stoltz & Ragged Co.
September 7–13, 2025
Sunday to Saturday
6 nights WoodenBoat Rendezvous
September 14–20, 2025
Sunday to Saturday
6 nights Wine, Dine and Cheese tasting
September 21–25, 2025
Sunday to Thursday
4 nights Autumn on the Bay
September 26–30, 2025
Friday to Tuesday
4 nights Autumn on the Bay
October 1–5, 2025
Wednesday to Sunday
4 nights Fall Colors
October 6–9, 2025
Monday to Thursday
3 nights Fall Colors
Please note: We do our best to keep trip schedules as up-to-date as possible, however schedules are subject to change. We also do not track cabin availability on the Maine Windjammer Association website. For cabin availability or to confirm a specific sail date, please contact the vessel directly.

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