The Chewonki campus is nestled into a 400-acre peninsula in midcoast Maine. Our property sits on Montsweag Bay, a protected tidal inlet several miles upriver from the mouths of the Kennebec and Sheepscot rivers.  The land supports a diverse array of ecosystems including fields, forest, rocky shoreline, salt marsh, pond and farmland – a rich tapestry for fun and learning.

Chewonki’s inland tidal bay, with its dependable winds, protection from heavy surf, and freedom from other boats, provides an excellent setting for our waterfront activities.  Sailors learn navigation, chart reading, and rules of the sea, along with plenty of practical instruction in sailing our fleet of Rhodes, Puffers, and traditional rowing/sailing boats.  A full fleet of kayaks and canoes provides the opportunity to learn all the basic skills needed to enjoy these agile boats.