The Bluenose II has unveiled its 2024 sailing schedule, promising a summer filled with maritime adventures across Nova Scotia. The iconic schooner will be showcasing its majestic sails and maritime spirit, emphasizing local destinations and community engagement.
One of the notable highlights of the schedule is the visit to Halifax from May 30th to June 3rd for the Sail GP event in Canada. This event promises a spectacular display of sailing prowess and maritime festivities.
Throughout June and July, the Bluenose II will navigate the South Shore, making stops in historic ports such as Lunenburg, Yarmouth, and Pubnico. These picturesque locations will serve as the backdrop for a series of open decks, public harbour cruises, and unique experiences like ‘Deckhand for a Day.’
A major focus of the summer excursion will be the 6-day visit to Halifax from July 11th to the 17th, allowing residents and visitors alike to immerse themselves in the rich maritime culture.
Following the Halifax visit, the Bluenose II will return to the tranquil waters of the South Shore, with planned stops in St. Margarets Bay and Hubbards, providing local communities with an opportunity to witness the historic vessel in all its glory.
The detailed 2024 schedule includes various ports of call, each offering a unique experience for onlookers and sailing enthusiasts. From training sessions in Lunenburg to open decks and public harbour cruises, the itinerary promises a diverse range of activities that capture the essence of Nova Scotia’s maritime heritage.
As the Bluenose II sails through the summer, anchored in Indian Point and Western Shore, and transiting the seas, it aims to foster a connection with local communities. The mobility cup at Princes Inlet and the visit to Pictou showcase the vessel’s engagement in maritime events that go beyond its traditional sailing routine.
The schedule culminates in a series of open decks, public harbour cruises, and special experiences like ‘Deckhand for a Day’ in Lunenburg from September 27th to 30th, wrapping up the summer on a high note.
2024 Bluenose II Sailing Schedule
| Port | Dates | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax | May 30 – June 3 | SailGP |
| At Sea | June 4 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | June 5-7 | Training |
| Lunenburg | June 8-9 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | June 10 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | June 11-16 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | June 17 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | June 18 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| At Sea | June 19-20 | Transit |
| Yarmouth | June 21-22 | Open Decks |
| At Sea | June 23 | Transit |
| Pubnico | June 24 | Open Decks |
| At Sea | June 25-26 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | June 27 | Deckhand for a Day |
| Lunenburg | June 28 – July 1 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | July 2 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | July 3-7 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | July 8 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | July 9-10 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| At Sea | July 11-12 | Transit |
| Halifax | July 13-14 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Halifax | July 15 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Halifax | July 16-17 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| At Sea | July 18 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | July 19-21 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | July 22 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Indian Point | July 23 | At Anchor |
| Western Shore | July 24 | At Anchor |
| At Sea | July 25 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | July 26 | Deckhand for a Day |
| Lunenburg | July 27-28 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | July 29 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Princes Inlet | July 30 | At Anchor |
| Mahone Bay | July 31 | At Anchor |
| At Sea | August 1 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | August 2-4 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | August 5 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| At Sea | August 6 | Transit |
| Halifax | August 7-11 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Halifax | August 12 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| At Sea | August 13-15 | Transit |
| Pictou | August 16-17 | Open Decks |
| At Sea | August 18-20 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | August 21 | Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | August 22 | Deckhand for a Day |
| Lunenburg | August 23-25 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | August 26 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | August 27-28 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Princes Inlet | August 29 | At Anchor – Mobility Cup |
| At Sea | August 30 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | Aug 31 – Sept 1 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | September 2 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 3-8 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 9 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| St. Margaret’s Bay | Sept. 10 | At Anchor |
| At Sea | Sept. 11 | Transit |
| Terence Bay | Sept. 12 | Open Decks |
| At Sea | Sept. 13 | Transit |
| Hubbards | Sept. 14 | At Anchor |
| At Sea | Sept. 15 | Transit |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 16 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 17-22 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 23 | Maintenance Day – Decks Closed |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 24-25 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 26 | Deckhand for a Day |
| Lunenburg | Sept. 27-30 | Open Decks / Public Harbour Cruises |
