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SUMMARY:Wild Edibles at Bakers Island Light
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and wild foods enthusiast Russ Cohen on a special edible excursion at Bakers Island Light.\n\n\nExplore Wild Edibles at Bakers Island Light Station \nCome join naturalist and wild foods enthusiast\, Russ Cohen on a special edible excursion out to Bakers Island Light Station\, a historic property owned by Essex Heritage. \nThis 4-hour special trip includes the boat ride aboard Naumkeag and a walking tour of the property with expert Russ Cohen pointing out special species along the trails including the kind you can snack on! Before departing for the main land\, enjoy sumac-ade (a natural alternative to Kool-Aid) and a wild goodie or two made by Russ Cohen himself! The wild edibles tour includes over 3 dozen species of edible wild plants that have existed on the island for some time. Also expect to encounter at least six of the additional native wild edible species that were planted last summer. \nBoat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street\, Salem MA 01970. \nTickets \nPlease read all the information listed below before purchasing your ticket(s). \n\nAdults: $40\nChildren (4-12 yr): $25\nEssex Heritage Members receive a 20% discount! Not a member? Sign up here: essexheritage.org/membership\n\nWhat You Need To Know Before You Go! Frequently Asked Questions \nHow long is the trip? \nAbout 4 hours round-trip. \nWhat should I wear or bring with me? \n\nRubber-soled shoes.\nFlip-flops not recommended; NO heels.\nComfortable clothing.\nIMPORTANT: It’s colder on the water and there is no shelter from the weather on our open boat. Bring an extra layer!\nWild edibles may be available to nibble and sip on during this adventure but\, it won’t be a full lunch. There will be a scheduled break for lunch\, so please pack a sandwich or snacks\, plus water\, if you will need it.\n\nAre there restrictions on who can go? \nYes. All passengers must be: \n\nAt least 4 years old (No infants; in arms or baby carriers)\nCapable of negotiating the boat ramp and the rugged island terrain without assistance.\n\nWhat is the trip like? \nIt is an adventure aboard Essex Heritage’s landing craft Naumkeag… \n\nArrive at our stone beach.\nDisembark and follow special host Russ Cohen as he points out the native and invasive species that inhabit the 10 acres owned by Essex Heritage.\nEnjoy an hour and half of guided discovery and explore the edible options while learning about living off the grid.\nPlease Note: The lighthouse cannot be climbed at this time.\n\nWhat if it rains or is stormy? \nBoat trips depend on the weather. Naumkeag has no rain or sun cover on it. You will be exposed to the elements going to and from the island. \nWhat is the Cancellation Policy? \n\nIf Essex Heritage cancels the boat trip: If it is too rainy or stormy or the seas are too rough\, and Essex Heritage has to cancel the boat trip\, you will be fully refunded the cost of your ticket\nIf ticket holder cancels: If you cancel because you think it is too sunny\, rainy\, windy or whatever\, but the boat still goes\, tickets are non-refundable.\nIf the boat leaves the dock but cannot land on the island: In the very unlikely event that the boat arrives at Bakers Island but cannot disembark passengers\, you will still have experienced a pleasant boat ride and harbor tour. In this case\, you will receive a refund for 50% of your ticket cost(s). (Only full refunds will be given if the boat doesn’t leave the dock.)\n\nHow will I know if my tour has been cancelled? \nEssex Heritage staff will do our best to email all ticketed passengers in advance if your trip has been cancelled. We will also keep an updated weather advisory line at 978-998-2188. \nIs smoking allowed? \nSmoking is NOT permitted on the boat or anywhere on the island at all. \nAre there bathroom facilities? \nThe bathroom facilities are VERY limited. There are bathrooms at the Salem Ferry dock\, but there are no bathrooms on the boat. Once on the island\, there is only one composting toilet facility at the Light Station. \nQuestions? \nPlease call Essex Heritage’s Visitor Information Desk (located in the National Park Service Visitor Center) at 978-224-2036. The Visitor Information Desk is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 AM-4 PM. \nEssex Heritage does not assume responsibility for any lost or stolen personal property.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/wild-edibles-at-bakers-island-light-3/
LOCATION:Salem Ferry Dock\, 10 Blaney St\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:Shipwrecks of Salem Sound with Captain Ray Bates Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting harbor tour focused on the infamous shipwrecks of Salem Sound with Captain Ray Bates\, Jr.\n\n\nCome aboard Naumkeag with lifelong historian\, author\, and local diver\, Captain Ray Bates\, Jr.\, for a harbor tour to visit the sites and hear the stories of the many shipwrecks of Salem Sound. Captain Bates has been exploring shipwrecks since 1969 and has written several books on the maritime disasters that have occurred along Boston’s North Shore and Cape Ann. Essex Heritage is thrilled to partner with Ray\, as he leads a tour sharing and locating the shipwrecks along the coast of Salem\, Beverly and Marblehead\, allowing passengers to truly “dig into the past and unearth long-lost stories for themselves.” \nAll passengers will receive a signed copy of Ray’s book\, Shipwrecks North of Boston: Volume 1 \, Salem Bay. \nBoat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street\, Salem MA 01970. \nTickets \nPlease read all the information listed below before purchasing your ticket(s). \nAdults: $40 Children (4-12 yr): $25 (Essex Heritage Members receive a 20% discount!) \nWhat You Need To Know Before You Go! Frequently Asked Questions \nHow long is the trip? \nAbout 1 hour and 30 minutes round-trip \nAre there restrictions on who can go? \nAll passengers must be: \n\nAt least 4 years old (No infants; in arms or baby carriers)\nCapable of negotiating the boat ramp without assistance.\n\nWhat if it rains or is stormy? \nBoat trips depend on the weather. Naumkeag has no rain or sun cover on it. \nIs there a bathroom onboard? \nThere are no bathrooms on the boat\, but there are restrooms at the Salem Ferry Visitor Center which can be used directly before and after the tour. \nWhat is the Cancellation Policy? \n\nIf Essex Heritage cancels the boat trip: If it is too rainy or stormy or the seas are too rough\, and Essex Heritage has to cancel the boat trip\, you will be fully refunded the cost of your ticket\nIf ticket holder cancels: If you cancel because you think it is too sunny\, rainy\, windy or whatever\, but the boat still goes\, tickets are non-refundable.\n\nHow will I know if my tour has been cancelled? \nEssex Heritage staff will do our best to email all ticketed passengers in advance if your trip has been cancelled. We will also keep an updated weather advisory line at 978-998-2188. \nQuestions? \nPlease call Essex Heritage’s Visitor Information Desk (located in the National Park Service Visitor Center) at 978-224-2036. The Visitor Information Desk is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 AM-4 PM. \nEssex Heritage does not assume responsibility for any lost or stolen personal property.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/event/shipwrecks-of-salem-sound-with-captain-ray-bates-jr-3/
LOCATION:Salem Ferry Dock\, 10 Blaney St\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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