A "Gam" aboard a windjammer is a friendly meeting between ships at sea. When sailing vessels come alongside one another, crews exchange greetings, news, songs, and stories—sometimes even small gifts—without ever setting foot on shore. Rooted in 19th-century maritime tradition, a windjammer "Gam" captures the spirit of life under sail: connection, camaraderie, and shared adventure on the open ocean.

During your four-day cruise, this special event will take place one afternoon or evening as your windjammer meets all the vessels of the Maine Windjammer Fleet, rafting up together on the water to celebrate this time-honored tradition in a truly spectacular gathering of sail.

The rest of your four-day cruise is spent sailing at an easy pace along the stunning Maine coast, exploring quiet coves, rocky islands, and picturesque harbors. Days are shaped by the wind and tides, with time to swim, kayak, hike ashore, or simply relax on deck. One highlight is a classic Maine lobster picnic, enjoyed in a beautiful anchorage. When not gathered with the fleet, your windjammer cruise is off on its own, offering a peaceful, unhurried escape where you can truly unwind and savor life under sail. On the last day of your cruise, Mary Day returns to Camden Harbor, arriving by 11am - leaving you with lasting memories of Maine's coast and a gentle return to shore.

Use the diagram to see the layout of each cabin type aboard the schooner. Each space is designed to maximize comfort and functionality while maintaining the charm of a classic Maine windjammer.

• Double-Bed Cabins: Private space for couples or solo traveler, with a waist-high berth, luggage storage, and fresh-air windows.

• Head-to-Head Cabins: Two single beds along one wall, perfect for light sleepers or those who get up at night.

• Bunk-Style Cabins: Compact stacked berths for solo travelers, friends, or couples, with limited storage.

• Triple Cabins: Efficient for small groups or families, can be booked shared or private.

• Single Cabins: Very small, cozy quarters in the main saloon, best for guests comfortable in tight spaces.

A double-bed cabin aboard a Maine windjammer is compact yet comfortable, featuring a waist-high berth with a luggage rack beneath, ample built-in storage, warm woodwork, a fresh-water sink, a window and skylight that invite in cool sea air, and individual reading lights (with USB ports) —an inviting, private retreat that stands apart from the schooner's bunk-style and multi-berth cabins.

🔶 Occupancy for two. Book as a Private for one or two passengers.

A triple cabin aboard a Maine windjammer is a practical, sociable space featuring three snug berths arranged for efficient use of the room, warm wood trim, personal reading lights with USB ports, and modest storage for shared essentials—ideal for friends or family who don’t mind cozy quarters and want to experience the voyage together. You may reserve an individual berth and be paired with same-gender cabinmates, or secure all three berths to enjoy the cabin as a private accommodation.

🔶 Occupancy for three. Book as Sharing or Private for two or three passengers.

A head-to-head cabin features two single beds arranged lengthwise along the same wall, with pillows adjacent to each other in the middle—an ideal layout for guests who prefer separate sleeping spaces and the ability to get up during the night without disturbing their cabin mate. Each berth includes a shelf for luggage underneath, an individual reading light with USB port, and the cabin is equipped with a fresh-water sink, plus a window and skylight that invite in fresh sea air and natural light.

🔶 Occupancy for two. Book as a Private only, for one or two passengers.

The bunk-bed cabin is a compact, efficiently designed space featuring neatly stacked berths that maximize sleeping capacity while maintaining comfort. Each berth includes a shelf for personal items and an individual reading light with USB port, while the cabin also provides a fresh-water sink for convenience. A window and skylight bring in natural light and fresh sea air, though storage is limited, making it best suited for guests who can pack light. This cabin is ideal for solo travelers or friends traveling together who enjoy a cozy, social environment and a budget-friendly option aboard the windjammer.

🔶 Occupancy for two. Book as Shared or Private for one or two passengers.

The single cabin is a very small, efficiently designed space located in the main saloon. It features a single berth with a shelf for personal items and a reading light with USB port, along with a shared fresh-water sink nearby. A window provides natural light and ventilation, but storage is extremely limited, making this cabin best suited for guests who are comfortable in cozy quarters and can pack lightly. This option is ideal for solo travelers seeking a private berth at an economical rate.

🔶 Occupancy for one. Book as a Private for one passenger.

The main saloon aboard the Mary Day is a warm, inviting gathering space trimmed in varnished wood and soft lamplight. Cozy settees line the room, with three dining table where guests share meals and stories. Bookshelves, fireplace, pump organ, nautical details, and wide hatch skylights give the saloon a classic windjammer charm—comfortable, communal, and the heart of life below decks on this traditional Maine schooner.

Aboard the Mary Day, shared meals and homemade food turn the main saloon into a cozy gathering place where laughter, stories, and the simple pleasures of good company fill the room.