At present, the boats include the fast ferry/taxi Michael Mann, which will be bringing guests to the festival, Fireboat John J. Harvey, one of the hero vessels of September 11, Schooner Pioneer, Sloop Clearwater, possibly other schooners and traditional vessels. Floating the Apple, Rocking the Boat, the East River Apprentice Shop, Sebago Canoe Club and other boating groups are scheduled to bring boats to get the people out on the water. Mystic may send a whaleboat.

Barry Finn and Richard Fewtrell are expected. Lynn Noel had to beg off due to family business. Various members of the Hudson River Sloop Singers [including Jan Christensen, Rick Nestler, me and others] and other groups are expected to join the chantey sing. If you wish to volunteer for the festival, call 845-454-7673 to get a volunteer form.

It's a great weekend, volunteers get to camp out and party, as well as mixing with the usual cast of performers, including the Mammals.

Eric