Support

Learning to sail at Big Tree Boating develops independence, self-confidence and teamwork skills. BTB not only teaches youth sailors of Islesboro hands-on skills that they can utilize in maritime careers, it also encourages a life-long sense of courageousness and confidence that is essential in any field. It’s easy to see how the skills learned on the dock to become a level-headed skipper, able to make split-second decisions, can be translated to a lobster boat, the captain’s helm, or a board room.

Our mission to teach a lifelong love of sailing depends on the generosity of our donors and volunteers. The intentionally low-cost of a BTB membership only covers a portion of our operating costs. Please consider a tax-deductible gift to help us reach our annual funding goals.

If you have questions about making a donation to BTB, please email our treasurer, Merry Alderman at [email protected]. 

From time to time, Big Tree Boating will have sailboats, rowboats, other water craft or even log-splitters to sell. All proceeds go to benefit our sailors. 

If you are interested in purchasing a boat or making an in-kind donation, contact Ken Smith at (207) 691-1947 or [email protected] or stop in and inspect the boats, across from 346 Main Road. 

$1000

LENGTH OVERALL: 23’
WATERLINE LENGTH: 18’
BEAM: 7’9”
RIG TYPE: FRACTIONAL SLOOP
SAILS IN GOOD SHAPE
HULL TYPE: SWNG KEEL
DISPLACEMENT: 2600 LBS.
BALLAST: 525 LBS.
SAIL AREA: 185 SQ. FT.
TILLER STEERING
TRAILER
MOTOR SUPPORT, BUT NO MOTOR

Needs a good cleaning, but is otherwise in great shape.