Classic Boat ShopMay 2016 News
Tranquil sunrise, Southwest Harbor
"There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature - the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter"
Rachel Carson, The Sense of Wonder
Late daffodil blooms, Tremont church garden
Bass Harbor view towards Bernard
Preparing for another season, the task of setting lobster traps begins

Bernard, Maine 04612 - Our sleepy corner of the world is awakening to beautiful springtime weather slightly behind the rest of New England.  Daffodils are blooming and trees are beginning to bud.  Lobstermen are setting traps, moorings serviced and docks returned to the water after wintering ashore.  All is bustling around the yard as we move, prep and commission boats for the coming months.

Visitors are stopping by to say hello as they begin preparing for the summer and temperatures are inching in the right direction! We hope you are enjoying every moment of this great season.

Cheers,
 
Jean Beaulieu 
Pisces Update
We attained another milestone with our most recent Pisces 21-The completion of Hull #50!  The owner of 'Fig Tree' gave his approval of the color scheme during his recent visit.  'Fig Tree' will be commissioned and delivered to Northeast Harbor to enjoy sailing the beautiful surrounding waters off Mount Desert Island.
A picture says a thousand words! 'Fig Tree' and her owner
Jean installing the engine and systems on hull #49 of the Pisces, 'Skylark'

The owners of,'Dagny' brave an early May launch in New Hampshire
'Pesce', in the Acadia Building and ready to launch
Appropriately named, 'Pesce'(meaning'fish' in Italian') had the addition of a red boot stripe and fresh varnish before heading for her new home in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Congratulations to her owners and we wish them all the very best for their first season sailing their Pisces!
 
The Pisces 'Splendid' is one of our more recent brokerage listings.  She is in our shop and available for spring delivery. Please see the detailed listing for more information.

If you are considering a Pisces, New or Used  please contact Jean to arrange a visit and sail. 
Brokerage Update

The Bunker and Ellis Downeast Lobster Yacht, 'Vera Lee' is still available and a rare opportunity to own a classic example of a traditional Maine built boat. In addition to the Bunker and Ellis pedigree, 'Vera Lee' recently underwent an extensive restoration which has been fully documented. Her owner plans to commission her and she will be available for sea trials later this Spring. For more information and photos of this exceptional lobster yacht please see the detailed listing  or contact Broker, Dave Gillespie.

Evening light reflects off 'Vera Lee' at anchor
Beautifully varnished woodwork and details of the helm area
Reminiscent of another era, intimate seating area in the cockpit

We frequently update our listings with additions, photos and price changes. Please see our Current Brokerage Listings to peruse our diverse inventory of boats.

Many of our listings are in 'ready to launch' condition providing the opportunity to be on the water for the entire boating season! If you would like more information  on any of our listings, listing your boat with Classic Boat Shop or buyer representation  please contact Dave Gillespie. 
Service News
The doors of the Cadillac building have opened to showcase two very different Chuck Paine designs in our care- a Morris 45(L) and Sarah 34(R); ready to commission 
Commissioning nearly complete, this beautiful cold molded wooden Robert Stephens design will soon be enjoying time cruising and racing near Mount Desert Island
The Pisces,'Bluefish' heading for her summer home in Hingham, Mass

We have anxiously awaited this beautiful stretch of warm dry weather and are taking advantage of every opportunity to open the doors and work outside.  Commissioning is well underway and we have begun launching boats in Bass Harbor, Southwest Harbor and further.  

If you have any questions about commissioning or projects please contact Dave.

We are seeking qualified, experienced talent to join our team and are pleased to announce that we have current job opportunities.  Please see our website or contact us for more information.
  
Best wishes and thank you for making our lives so interesting,
Jean and The Crew at Classic Boat Shop

Like us on Facebook   Follow us on Twitter
Classic Boat Shop
Jean Beaulieu
New Boats/General Manager
207-244-3374 
Ext. 3
Classic Boat Shop
David Gillespie
Broker/Service Manager
207-244-3374
 ext. 2