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Massachusetts

New England Maritime Sampler

Program No. 11077RJ
Voyage along Cape Ann’s beautifully rugged coast, exploring unique wildlife, classic New England charm, traditional cuisine and the region’s famed history of shipbuilding.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Rockport
Program Concludes
Rockport
Meals
14 ( 5B, 5L, 4D )
Activity Level
On an adventure by land and sea on Boston’s North Shore, discover the stunning beauty of Cape Ann as you explore its quaint harbors, artistic charm and picturesque villages. Aboard a lobster boat, see a lobsterman hoist his catch from chilly seawaters. Learn about the famous Gloucester fishing fleet. Experience the Rocky Neck art colony and view seascapes created by Winslow Homer and Fitz Henry Lane, who called Cape Ann home. At the Essex Shipbuilding Museum, let craftsmen lead you through the history of master shipbuilding. Bite into a mouthwatering fried clam. Experience a whale watch, learn about the witch trials in historic Salem and pass by gilded mansions on the shores of Marblehead and Manchester-by-the-Sea.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Voyage on Cape Ann's vibrant shoreline and a tidal river on five distinctive boats as you inhale salt air, marvel at lighthouses and view the unique wildlife attracted to the rugged coast.
  • Experience a whale watch, boating 3 miles to Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary in hopes of spotting a finback, minke or humpback breaching the waters.
  • Sail on one of Essex’s iconic schooners, learning from the captain about the construction of this magnificent wooden vessel.
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Jim McAllister
Jim McAllister is a Salem historian, photographer, author and teacher, and serves as a historic consultant to the City of Salem and the Hawthorne Hotel. A graduate of Stonehill College, his photographs of Salem have appeared in numerous publications, and he is the author of “Salem: From Naumkeag to Witch City” and co-author of “Salem: Cornerstones of a Historic City.” Jim has appeared on both the “History Channel” and “Home and Garden TV.”
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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Ruth Bennett
Ruth Bennett grew up in the Boston area and now lives in Hingham, Massachusetts. She earned her BA and MA from Emerson College and taught there for several years before becoming a freelance trainer and consultant in communications in the workplace. She now leads groups for Road Scholar internationally, in New England and other areas in the U.S. In her spare time, she can be found walking on the beach, reading, traveling, painting, taking OLLI classes and attending cultural events in her area.
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Teri Contino
Teri Contino has over two decades' experience leading groups in New England. She was born in Boston, raised in Woodstock, NY, and vacationed on Cape Cod for much of her life. She returned to Boston after receiving an undergraduate degree from Cornell University and now lives in Newburyport, MA. Teri has always loved teaching, learning, travel, history, culture, books, theater, birds, and the ocean. She currently splits her time between travel, stage managing community theater, working in the garden, and staying close to the water.
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Sam Parisi
Sam Parisi comes from a three-generations-long line of Gloucester fishermen. He started his career with his father in the 1960s, and when he decided to quit fishing, he stayed heavily involved in the community and opened his own companies, Parisi Plastic Fishing Gear and Parisi Seafood. Sam attended meetings related to the Massachusetts fishing industry, and was appointed as Chairman of the North Atlantic Task Force by former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis. Sam continues to be a prominent figure in the Massachusetts fishing community.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking 3-5 blocks over smooth surfaces; some stairs; embark/disembark boats & coach bus.
Suggested Reading List
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