
Women on the Water
WHEN: Wednesdays from 6-8PM; June 7 – October 11
LBS Members: $175 for season (weather permitting)
Drop in fee: $22 ($20 LBS Members)
Join us at Lowell’s Boat Shop every Wednesday evening for a Girls Night Out rowing adventure on the Mighty Merrimack. Depending on our numbers and the tide, we’ll row together in the Surf Dory or in teams in our Banks Dories to different destinations along the Merrimack – for a hike, a dip, or simply for the sheer pleasure of rowing on the river. Bring a libation to enjoy on the lawn after our rowing outing, and perhaps a snack to share; LBS will provide seltzer and a little something to nosh on!
Space is limited; please register in advance to reserve a spot. Rowing experience is not required.

Thursday Evening Row
WHEN: Thursdays from 6-8PM; June 8 – October 12 (weather permitting)
LBS Members: $175 for season
Drop in fee: $22 ($20 LBS Members)
Join us at Lowell’s Boat Shop every Thursday evening for a day’s end rowing adventure on the Mighty Merrimack. Depending on our numbers and the tide, we’ll row together in the Surf Dory or in teams in our Banks Dories to different destinations along the Merrimack – for a hike, a dip, or simply for the sheer pleasure of rowing on the river. Bring a libation to enjoy on the lawn after our rowing outing, and perhaps a snack to share; LBS will provide seltzer and a little something to nosh on!
Space is limited; please register in advance to reserve a spot. Rowing experience is not required.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Sometimes even our best laid plans get derailed – we get it. If you find you must cancel your registration for a class, workshop or program, please do so ASAP; we often limit the class size, and if you can’t attend, it’s possible someone else is waiting to take your place. If you cancel before the two-week out mark, you will get a full refund. If you cancel two weeks or fewer from the class/workshop/program start date, you will be credited the registration fee to use toward a future LBS class/workshop/program, less a $50 administration charge and any materials fees.
Often our classes/workshops/programs require a minimum number of participants to run. We reserve the right to cancel any class/workshop/program due to under-enrollment. We will do our best to give those that have registered a two-week notice of cancelation; of course all registrants will be refunded in full.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND ASSISTANCE
Lowell’s Boat Shop is committed to encouraging everyone to participate in our programs, and to ensuring that all feel welcome and included. We do our best to keep our pricing as reasonable as possible, but if you feel you can’t swing the registration fee for a particular class, workshop or event, please contact us and we’ll work with you to make it happen.

Women on the Water
WHEN: 3rd Thursday evenings, 6-9PM; June 18 – September 17
Join us at Lowell’s Boat Shop every 3rd Thursday of the month for a Girl’s Night Out adventure. Depending on our numbers and the tide, we’ll row together in the Surf Dory or in teams in our Banks dories to different destinations along the Merrimack – for a hike, a dip, or simply for the sheer pleasure of rowing on the river. After our rowing outing, we’ll head to The Ale House for libations and a bite!
Members: $15
Nonmembers: $17

Women on the Water
WHEN: 3rd Thursday evenings, 6-9PM; June 18 – September 17
Join us at Lowell’s Boat Shop every 3rd Thursday of the month for a Girl’s Night Out adventure. Depending on our numbers and the tide, we’ll row together in the Surf Dory or in teams in our Banks dories to different destinations along the Merrimack – for a hike, a dip, or simply for the sheer pleasure of rowing on the river. After our rowing outing, we’ll head to The Ale House for libations and a bite!
Members: $15
Nonmembers: $17

Seafaring and Sail Training for Adults
When: Friday, September 18th – Sunday, September 201th
Join us for a weekend sail training adventure aboard the wooden 131’ gaff-rigged schooner Harvey Gamage! A collaboration between Lowell’s Boat Shop and Sailing Ships Maine, this voyage offers the opportunity to cruise the Maine Coast as a member of the Gamage crew, helping to put the Schooner through her paces. Sail handling, navigation, watchstanding, and using the schooner’s safety and anchoring equipment will all be a part of your daily life at sea. Our itinerary will be dictated by the weather, but may include a visit to historic Jewell Island, occasions to observe marine mammals and sea birds up close, a talk about the Maine fisheries and aquaculture, and an evening of stargazing with an astronomy buff. Enjoy delicious meals and restful nights at anchor — interrupted only by your night watch, a memorable experience.
Space is limited. Please email dorothy@lowellsboatshop.com if you have questions.
Program Dates & Rates
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Board Friday, September 18, 2020 at 4pm in Portland, ME (dinner will be served on board)
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Disembark Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 4pm in Portland, ME
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Fee of $595 per person ($1090 per couple) includes 3 meals per (full) day (dinner on Friday and breakfast and lunch on Sunday). While adult beverages will be allowed at dinner (BYOB), the hands-on nature of this distinctive program requires that participants be mindful and aware at all times while on watch.
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Due to the uncertainties presented by the Covid-19 epidemic, we are not requiring deposits at this time. You are welcome to register to hold your spot without any financial obligation; once we are able to confirm, we will connect with you and request payment. Click on the FREE ticket to hold your spot.
Please note: If you are looking for an experience with no sail training involved, we will be offering opportunities to sail and stay onboard the Harvey Gamage during the Gloucester Schooner Festival (September 4-6); details coming soon.

Women on the Water
WHEN: 3rd Thursday evenings, 6-9PM; June 18 – September 17
Join us at Lowell’s Boat Shop every 3rd Thursday of the month for a Girl’s Night Out adventure. Depending on our numbers and the tide, we’ll row together in the Surf Dory or in teams in our Banks dories to different destinations along the Merrimack – for a hike, a dip, or simply for the sheer pleasure of rowing on the river. After our rowing outing, we’ll head to The Ale House for libations and a bite!
Members: $15
Nonmembers: $17

Seafaring and Sail Training for Adults
When: Friday, September 18th – Sunday, September 201th
Join us for a weekend sail training adventure aboard the wooden 131’ gaff-rigged schooner Harvey Gamage! A collaboration between Lowell’s Boat Shop and Sailing Ships Maine, this voyage offers the opportunity to cruise the Maine Coast as a member of the Gamage crew, helping to put the Schooner through her paces. Sail handling, navigation, watchstanding, and using the schooner’s safety and anchoring equipment will all be a part of your daily life at sea. Our itinerary will be dictated by the weather, but may include a visit to historic Jewell Island, occasions to observe marine mammals and sea birds up close, a talk about the Maine fisheries and aquaculture, and an evening of stargazing with an astronomy buff. Enjoy delicious meals and restful nights at anchor — interrupted only by your night watch, a memorable experience.
Space is limited. Please email dorothy@lowellsboatshop.com if you have questions.
Program Dates & Rates
-
Board Friday, September 18, 2020 at 4pm in Portland, ME (dinner will be served on board)
-
Disembark Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 4pm in Portland, ME
-
Fee of $595 per person ($1090 per couple) includes 3 meals per (full) day (dinner on Friday and breakfast and lunch on Sunday). While adult beverages will be allowed at dinner (BYOB), the hands-on nature of this distinctive program requires that participants be mindful and aware at all times while on watch.
-
Due to the uncertainties presented by the Covid-19 epidemic, we are not requiring deposits at this time. You are welcome to register to hold your spot without any financial obligation; once we are able to confirm, we will connect with you and request payment. Click on the FREE ticket to hold your spot.
Please note: If you are looking for an experience with no sail training involved, we will be offering opportunities to sail and stay onboard the Harvey Gamage during the Gloucester Schooner Festival (September 4-6); details coming soon.