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Season begins May 1
Welcome Aboard!
The Nathan of Dorchester was commissioned on July 4, 1994. Funded by contributions and built by volunteers, the Nathan was built to preserve the wooden boat building technology and nautical heritage of the region. The skipjack is the Maryland State boat and Dorchester County led all others in the number of skipjacks built.
The Nathan offers residents and visitors alike an opportunity to participate in and enjoy our nautical heritage. Sail on the scenic Choptank River and enjoy an unforgettable experience aboard a traditional Chesapeake Bay skipjack.
Each trip is unique, depending on wind, weather, captain and crew. We often demonstrate oyster dredging and may invite you to take a turn at the helm.
The Dorchester Skipjack Committee, Inc., is Nathan's nonprofit, 501(c)3 parent organization. We offer educational programs geared to adults or school children, focusing on the history, culture and natural environment of the region. The Coast Guard inspected boat is skippered by CG licensed captains and trained volunteer crew who tell about the construction of the vessel, from its 61-foot loblolly pine mast to the historic equipment salvaged from old skipjacks no longer in service. After your sail, visit the Richardson Maritime Museum on High Street to see a collection of documents, artifacts and photos gathered during the building of the Nathan.
We wish to thank the Nathan Foundation for its continued support!
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Community Links:
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
