DUXBURY PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE
Private Summer Farm Tours Aboard the Nathaniel Winsor in Duxbury Bay
A focused, two-hour private hatchery and on-the-water experience with Island Creek Oysters — learn farming techniques, try shucking, and finish at a reserved table at the waterfront Raw Bar.
Private Summer Farm Tours Aboard the Nathaniel Winsor in Duxbury Bay.
Set at Island Creek Oysters’ headquarters in Duxbury, this two-hour private experience pairs a behind-the-scenes hatchery walkthrough with an on-the-water excursion aboard the Nathaniel Winsor. Guests learn the oyster lifecycle and seed production, cruise Duxbury Bay to hear how the farms are grown and managed, sample fresh oysters and practice shucking, then continue at a reserved table at the waterfront Raw Bar.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Full-Boat Private Tours for Your Group
Private tours reserve the entire boat exclusively for your party, with no guest minimum and a maximum of 12 people—ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, corporate outings and other special occasions.
A Close Look at Oyster Seed and Algae Production
The hatchery tour explains the oyster lifecycle and how oyster seed is grown, including the algae production that powers the process; depending on the season, you may also see clams and scallops growing alongside the oysters.
On-the-Water Tasting, Shucking and a Waterfront Finish
After the hatchery visit you head out into Duxbury Bay to learn about Island Creek’s farms, enjoy fresh oysters and try your hand at shucking, then settle at a reserved table at the waterfront Raw Bar overlooking the bay.
What the day feels like
What the Two‑Hour Private Tour Feels Like
The rhythm of the tour is intimate and educational: a guided hatchery walkthrough explaining seed and algae production, followed by boarding the Nathaniel Winsor for a short cruise across Duxbury Bay where guides point out farms and production methods. Guests taste fresh oysters, receive shucking instruction, and then continue the experience at a reserved waterfront table for food and drinks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should take extra precautions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience is scheduled as a two-hour tour.
Guests are welcome to bring beverages for the boat portion (BYOB), alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
Meet at Island Creek Oysters’ Duxbury headquarters: 401 Washington St, Duxbury, MA.
Tours operate rain or shine; weather and marine conditions may occasionally prevent safe on-water access, in which case the on-water portion will be replaced with a modified indoor experience. Contact the operator if you have mobility concerns.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the tour last?
The private farm tour runs for two hours.
Is this a private tour for just our group?
Yes — private tours reserve the entire boat for your party. The experience is offered for private groups with a maximum of 12 guests and no guest minimum.
Where is the meeting location?
The tour meets at Island Creek Oysters’ headquarters at 401 Washington St, Duxbury, MA.
Can children attend?
Children are welcome but require a ticket and must be included in the reservation headcount.
Can we bring drinks on the boat?
Yes — guests may bring beverages for the boat portion (BYOB), alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
What happens if the weather prevents going out on the water?
Tours operate rain or shine, but if weather or marine conditions prevent safe access to Duxbury Bay, the on-water portion will be replaced with a modified indoor experience.