To revive interest in gundalows and the estuary they served, a replica of these once prominent ships was constructed in 1978, and named after the area’s pioneer watershed protector, Captain Edward H. Adams. In 2002, the nonprofit Gundalow Company was formed to protect the Piscataqua region’s maritime heritage and environment through education and action, using the Adams as a dockside classroom.
The Gundalow Company built a new gundalow named Piscataqua in 2011 to serve as a sailing classroom for school groups and to provide a unique sailing experience for local residents and visitors. The Piscataqua was constructed using traditional materials and methods while upholding the safety standards and structural integrity required by the U.S. Coast Guard for passenger-carrying vessels.
Starting Memorial Day weekend and sailing through October, the Piscataqua will begin its inaugural season as a public sailing vessel. Two-hour trips will depart three times a day, Thursday through Monday. Thursday evening Specialty Sails will include concerts and educational lecture series, and guests are welcome to bring picnics aboard. In addition to a knowledgeable and experienced Captain, two Onboard Educators will provide information about the natural and cultural history of the Piscataqua watershed region. Private charters and school group programs are available throughout the season.
Reservations for day or sunset sailing trips may be made online by visiting the Gundalow Company website: www.gundalow.org, or by calling 603-433-9505.
Gundalow Company
Protecting the Piscataqua Region's maritime heritage and environment through education and action
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