RippleSmith Sailing
MakingWaves With Intention
Sailing & Boating Adventures to Make Your Vacation
or a Life Changing Transformation
Sailing Out of Bristol Marine at Sample’s Shipyard Boothbay Harbor, Maine
Island Ferry Service
Our Key West 22’ powerboat offers a fast, comfortable, and safe passage to the island destinations in our area. Book a trip to Seguin for the lighthouse tour, Damariscove to hike the trails, Eagle or Malaga for a bit of history, or Monhegan for a truly spectacular island adventure. Rates vary depending on your destination and your departure location. We regularly pick up passengers in Boothbay Harbor, Georgetown, Bath, & Phippsburg, but we’re willing to come to you in other locations.
Sailing Out of Boothbay Harbor
SV Rune is a classic 1968 Alberg 30. She’s stable, sea kindly, and beautiful. Our guests often to take part in sailing the boat; steering & trimming sails, or they can sit back and enjoy the experience while the Captain sails the boat. We offer a wide variety of experiences, from a 2 hr harbor cruise to custom multi-day voyages. Sail with us to get a true feel for what sailing life is all about, and enjoy the breathtaking quintessential Maine coast scenery in the Boothbay Harbor area.
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Testimonials
“I had the amazing opportunity to sail with Captain Shawn August 2023 while on a 4 day bike trip. The launch from Sebasco Harbor Resort where I was staying was easy and convenient. Captain Shawn is a friendly, capable sailor with loads of experience and personality. We had 4+ hours of sunny blue skies, marvelous wind, an Eagle sighting, magnificent scenery and stories galore. His rates are extremely reasonable. I would have sailed again the next day if I had more time! The choice is yours as to how involved you want to be: trim the sails, tack, or just sit back and relax. I highly recommend sailing with Captain Shawn! You are guaranteed a memorable adventure. " Liz H. Rochester, NY
“When my 85-year old parents really wanted to go sailing during our yearly reunion at Sebasco, Shawn took us out for a perfect afternoon ride. As kids we would camp at Hermit Island and Shawn made sure to pass by there for some nostalgic reminiscing. Charming and knowledgeable, he made the trip a fun, safe, and informative experience. He taught us a few of the basics and let us do some assisting, all the while being kind and patient. He also had many great stories and wisdom to share. A heartfelt and warm person, we had a truly beautiful sail…. I would highly recommend him!”
–Alyssa Morris, Brooklyn NY”
“I highly recommend Shawn’s “Voyage towards the sacred masculine” trip to you. I just got back from Shawn’s first one of these trips this season and it was an absolute blast! Shawn is an awesomely laid back and chill captain with the intuitive ability to keep everyone safe at sea while letting them test the safe limits of their own comfort and the boat, the scenery was stunning, the sailing conditions phenomenal, and the company was great. I went into this trip much more for the sailing than for any particular interest I had in unpacking toxic masculinity, but the conversations we had definitely helped me get to know a group of guys I had just met over the course of two days and I walked away from the experience with four new meaningful friendships on top of two days of awesome sailing.” -Eric Goldman, Boston, MA
Voyage Toward the Sacred Masculine
“What a great 2 days aboard the SV Rune! Perfect weather, a great Captain, and some conversations that opened my mind. I met some new friends and had an experience that won't soon be forgotten. Thanks, Captain, for your insight and allowing our conversations about being a man in 2022 to go where they wanted, organically. I loved the sailing and our relaxed conversations. Looking to book again!!” -Daniel McCaw,
Voyage Toward the Sacred Masculine
“I've known captain Shawn for several years, never in the capacity of actually sailing with him.
As a captain, he is impeccable. As a human being on this planet of ours, I don't know how to describe.... other than "heart and mind opening"
My personal experience aboard his beautiful vessel was amazing !!
Wonderful sailing, comforts, great food, and incredible conversation with some like minded "fellas" that I never would have met. The atmosphere aboard felt as "at home" as it gets. Take the time, spend the modest money, and enjoy an incredible journey of mind, body and soul.
Be ready to open yourself to conversation with others that share your insecurities and life goals.
Wonderful experience for this guy writing!!!
Would recommend to any dude that really wants to CONNECT!!!!
Much love to those I shared with ❤
When booking, ask captain Shawn if he could bring his guitar!!! Wonderful musician as well!!!🎵” -Jack St. Jean, Mount Vernon, Maine
