Joseph J. Gluckert, PNSY, History and Heritage Center Director

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has a venerable heritage and rich tradition.  Learn about its role and achievements in times of war and peace from a military historian’s perspective. The tour includes a visit to the Shipyard’s Treaty of Portsmouth exhibit, a walking tour of the Shipyard Mall area, a driving tour around the perimeter of the base, including an up-close view of the former Naval Prison’s exterior, and lastly a visit to the Shipyard’s Heritage Center.  Must bring valid photo I.D. such as Driver’s License or U.S. Passport.  Non U.S Citizens will be required to submit additional documentation in advance.  Participants must be able to use the bus and negotiate stairs. Neither the bus nor comfort facilities are handicapped accessible. *You will park at Albacore Park, 569 Submarine Way, Portsmouth NH to board the bus. The Park would like us to use the back parking lot furthest away from the Submarine and Visitor Center.

Thursday, May 23 or June 13, 9:30am-12:00pm

This is an online classover ZOOM.

Thursday, May 23 –online- 6-8pm

Sunday, May 26 –on the cruise in Bar Harbor time TBD *you are responsible for your own arrangements/cost once time has been agreed on in class

Tuesday, May 28 –online -6-8pm

Registration Fee: $180

Focus on birds who nest at the fort. Bring binoculars. Class will meet at the entrance gate of Fort Foster. Additional fee may be required for entrance to Fort Foster.

Saturday, May 25, 7:30-10:30am *rain date 5/26

Join the Maine based Paranormal Five team and dive into the paranormal and unexplained. You will learn the history, tools, types of haunting and much more.

IMPORTANT: NEW DATES

This class is online and a field trip

This is an online class over ZOOM.

10 Lighthouses in 4 hours 

Thursday, June 6 – online – 6-8pm

Saturday, June 8 - on the Cruise in Bath ME 9 am *you are responsible for your own arrangements/cost once time has been agreed upon in class

Tuesday, June 11- online – 6-8pm

Registration Fee: $180

Bring your Yoga practice outdoors, connect with nature, and try something new!  We will review basic paddle techniques and safety instructions prior to anchoring down for a 60 minute relaxing SUP Yoga Class.  No Experience Necessary. You must be able to Swim. Cheryl is a 500 RYT Yoga Instructor and Maine Registered Guide. She is an Occupational Therapist, Nutritionist, Life Coach, Snowboard Instructor and Owner of a small Kittery Based Business, Tides of Life SUP Yoga. Paddleboard, Anchor, PDF Life Vest, and a Paddle are provided. Bring to Class: Arrive in clothing that can get wet and are comfortable to move in. Limited to 7. Class Meets at Cutts Island Trail/Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge at 3 Seapoint Road in Kittery Point, Maine. Parking along side of road.

Wednesday, June 12, 5-6:30pm or

Thursday, June 27, 4:45-6:15pm or

Tuesday, August. 13, 5-6:30pm or

Registration Fee: $56

Learn to SUP with a Maine Registered Guide in a quiet Estuary in Kittery Point, Maine. No experience necessary however must be able to swim. Please wear clothing that you can move comfortably in, can get wet, and will dry quickly. We begin our evening with reviewing The Basics of a SUP,  the equipment being used, all safety precautions related to tidal waters, the importance of Boating Laws in Maine as related to the SUP as a vessel, and how to safely launch your SUP, how to enter and exit every body of water, and review wet suit/dry suit benefits. Basic SUP (Five) Paddle strokes are reviewed on land and in the water. After mastering initial safe entry on your SUP and have learned to paddle, we take a short tour of this local estuary and enjoy some local Maine history and perhaps get a glimpse of local Maine Birds. Open to Beginners with all equipment included: Paddleboard, Paddle, leash, and Coast Guard Approved (PFD) Personal Flotation Device with whistle. Limited to 6. Class Meets at Cutts Island Trail/Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge at 3 Seapoint Road in Kittery Point, Maine. Parking along side of road.

Thursday, June 13, 5-6:30pm or

Tuesday, July 30, 6-7:30pm or

Wednesday, Aug. 14, 6-7:30 pm

Registration fee: $56

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