ST SIMONS ISLAND SAILING FIELD GUIDE
Aboard the Lynx: A 2.5‑Hour Hands‑On Sail into America’s Maritime Past
An afternoon 2.5-hour sail from St Simons Island aboard the near‑replica Baltimore Clipper Lynx that combines hands‑on seamanship, deck exploration and first‑hand maritime history.
Aboard the Lynx: A 2.5‑Hour Hands‑On Sail into America’s Maritime Past.
Step back in time on a 2.5‑hour afternoon passage aboard the Lynx, a near interpretation of an 1812 Baltimore Clipper. From the wooden decks you’ll hear the maritime history of Young America while sailing off St Simons Island and past Gascoigne Bluff, the source of live oak used in the building of the USS Constitution.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Near‑Replica Baltimore Clipper
Lynx is a near interpretation of a Baltimore Clipper launched from Thomas Kemp’s shipyard in 1812 and serves as a living platform for America’s maritime history.
Help Set Sail and Haul the Lines
Passengers are invited to help set sail and haul lines, roaming the wooden decks and experiencing the work of sail handling much as it was done two centuries ago.
Guns, Live Oak and the USS Constitution Story
From the deck, the crew interprets local naval history—discussing the Live Oak at Gascoigne Bluff and the ship’s armament, including the firing of a 6‑pound carronade during the program.
What the day feels like
What the 2.5‑Hour Sail Feels Like
This is an intimate, afternoon sail: check in at the ship at 12:30 for the 1:00 PM departure and then spend the next 2.5 hours on deck—helping to set sail, learning about the vessel and its guns, and listening to stories that tie St Simons Island and Gascoigne Bluff to early American naval history.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this sail suits — and what it does not say.
Practical planner
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the sail?
The sailing experience is 2.5 hours in duration.
When should I check in?
Guests are asked to check in at the ship at 12:30 for the 1:00 PM sailing.
Will I be able to participate in sailing the ship?
Yes—passengers are invited to help set sail and haul the lines as part of the hands‑on experience.
Is there a historical presentation?
The crew interprets maritime history from the deck, covering topics such as the Lynx’s lineage, Young America, and the live oak at Gascoigne Bluff tied to the USS Constitution.
Will any demonstrations involving armament occur?
The crew will talk about the guns and will fire one of the ship’s 6‑pound carronades during the program.