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Black Dog Tall Ships, Vineyard Haven, MA
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Black Dog Tall Ships

Black Dog Tall Ships is a tour in Vineyard Haven, MA, part of the Cape Cod guide. Cost: $50 or more. Seasonal sailing schedule, spring through fall.

20 Beach Street Ext · Vineyard Haven, MA

Why you should go…

Black Dog Tall Ships sails two historic schooners, the 1926 Alabama and the 1964 Shenandoah, from Black Dog Wharf in Vineyard Haven on Martha's Vineyard. Three-hour public sails let passengers help raise sails or take a turn at the wheel while cruising Vineyard Haven Harbor and Nantucket Sound. The company also offers private charters and educational programs.

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  • #schooner
  • #sailing
  • #martha's vineyard
  • #sunset cruise

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