Past Events

April 13th Gundalow Gathering

Commerce of the Piscataqua Region 1630s – 1900s. Join us in Rye for an evening with Dave Maloney; a long-time seacoast resident who has travelled extensively to historical sites around the world. His particular area of interest is Early American history, especially of New England. Our gracious hosts are Gundalow volunteers and our chef for this evening is board member, Jeff Binder. Tickets Available HERE for this Gundalow Gathering #1 Just a few tickets left! (4/9/24)

CANCELLED – Sail for Epilepsy

Sail for Epilepsy: Sailing with a Purpose at the STAR Theatre Listen to the fascinating story of one man’s offshore sailing experiences and how he pursues these adventures despite having a disability. Phil Haydon is an experienced short-handed sailor who has successfully completed the Bermuda 1-2 three times and crossed the Atlantic Ocean. He has started the non-profit organization Sail For Epilepsy with a mission to inspire people with epilepsy to take One More Step towards achieving a fuller life, with the necessary safety measures in place. Phil’s One More Step is to sail the oceans of the world to: ·       inspire people with epilepsy ·       raise funds to support research for a […]

Almost sold out! February 22nd: Hell or High Seas

Hell or High Seas Thursday February 22nd at 7 pm The Music Hall Lounge Tickets: https://www.themusichall.org/events/hellorhighseas Join the Gundalow Company for this film presentation & panel discussion. HELL OR HIGH SEAS  follows U.S. Navy veteran Taylor Grieger and writer Stephen O’Shea as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime — sailing around Cape Horn, the world’s most treacherous ocean waters. The documentary is a moving portrait of a veteran using his own painful journey with PTSD to find healing for himself, and pave a smoother path for veterans returning to civilian life. Our panel discussion will be facilitated by […]

Party For Piscataqua

Party For Piscataqua 2023Thursday October 19th, doors open 5pmThe View, 88 Pepperrell Rd, Kittery Point, ME Change has come to this year’s Party for Piscataqua!Share your support for Gundalow Company’s mission and programs while you enjoy Delicious Food & Beverages featuring Virgin Oysters Music from Kent Allyn AND hear testimonials from Special Guest Speakers sharing their Gundalow Moments with Community Sails, Camp and More What to expect at P4P 2023!This year our focus is on our Wish List with specific attention to:Community Sails Sponsorship ~ sharing our Gundalow Programs with more service organizationsCampership ~ making our wonderful camp accessible to […]

Piscataqua Riverfest 2023 – Free!

By the waterfront, the Gundalow PISCATAQUA offers harbor sails from Prescott Park, down the namesake river past the shipyard, forts, and lighthouses. New this year, visiting boats from the US Coast Guard and the Wood Island Life Saving Station will be dockside for tours as well. The Sheafe Warehouse exhibit, Changing Nature: 400 Years in the Piscataqua Region, is open for free tours. Seacoast residents and visitors alike are invited to join the celebration to promote the health, history, and resiliency of the Piscataqua Region. The complex river system is surrounded by people and organizations working hard to protect it, and […]

Summer Speaker Series

Join us for our Summer Speaker Series on our sunset sails.  Bring your picnic, enjoy a night on the water and hear about local topics including lighthouses, submarines, and more. Tickets are $35 for an adult (age 16+).

2023 Concert Cruises

Our Summer Concert Cruises are underway! You’re welcome to pack your favorite picnic as you enjoy live local music on one of these Sunset Concert Cruises.

March 23 Science Cafe: Oyster Aquaculture

Oyster aquaculture featuring local oyster farmers (rescheduled from February 23) Join us at Earth Eagle Brewing NorthIndoors at: 350 NH-108, Suite 208, Somersworth, NH 03878 Thursday March 23rd, 2023, 5:30-6:30pm Laura BrownFounder- Fox Point Oysters“Fox Point Oysters is an owner-operated oyster farm located in Little Bay, NH, dedicated to raising healthy, delicious oysters. The farm was established in 2012 by Laura Brown after a long career in the arts. She was introduced to oysters and farming by her sister, a research marine biologist, who also farms oysters and has been researching and restoring native oyster reefs in NH’s Great Bay. Laura […]

January 26th – Science Cafe: Plastic Pollution

January Science Cafe In Partnership with Blue Ocean Society Join us at 5:30 p.m. at Throwback Brewery7 Hobbs Road North Hampton NHJanuary 26th, 2023 The Piscataqua Science Cafe series runs during the Gundalow Company’s off season at locations around the seacoast. Each night brings in experts from a variety of backgrounds together for a discussion about current science topics. This is your chance to ask an expert the questions you’ve always wanted to!

December 14th Science Cafe

**Updated 12/7/22 Traditional Boatbuilding with Local Master Builders Join us at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday December 14th at North Country Cider Company in Dover NH [38 Littleworth Road] as we welcome three of the area’s Master Boatbuilders. Nate Piper: Boatbuilder Nate Piper is the owner of Piper Boatworks in Rye and the Director of the Boatshop at Strawbery Banke. In 2016, Nate founded The Boatshop at Strawbery Banke as a way to explore and celebrate maritime skills, experiences and traditions through hands-on boat building, workshops, lectures and other activities. Graham McKay: As Lowell’s Boat Shop’s Executive Director/Master Boatbuilder, Graham is responsible for overseeing […]

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