This spring, over 45 classes are participating in school sails aboard the gundalow Piscataqua, a reproduction of the traditional wooden vessel operated by the nonprofit Gundalow Company. Sailing aboard this “floating classroom,” students engage in interactive activities including setting the sail, steering the vessel, learning to navigate, towing for plankton, and exploring human impact on the environment. The students also learn about the storied maritime heritage of the Piscataqua Region. The Gundalow Company is currently taking school reservations for September and October.
These unique boat-based experiences would not be possible without the support of our sponsors. This year C&J Bus Lines is providing 14 round trips for students, from their schools to the gundalow dock at Prescott Park. Many of the schools would not be able to afford these field trips without the transportation provided by C&J Bus Lines and the support of our sponsors. “All of us must support the mission of this great American means of moving people, and goods to points throughout the Piscataqua and believe that its history should be embraced by both visitors and citizens of our regions even at an early age,” stated Jim Jalbert, President C&J Bus Lines. “C&J Lines is pleased to transport local students to visit and relive the History of the gundalow and the important role it continues to play in our region.” Currently, C&J Bus Lines operates scheduled intercity passenger services from Dover, Durham, Portsmouth New Hampshire, and Newburyport Massachusetts serving Boston South Station and Logan International Airport. The company also provides daily executive class service to the New York Port Authority New York City. Services are provided via the companies 23 motor coaches which are housed in Rollinsford, NH. The company business offices are located at the Portsmouth Transportation Center.
The Gundalow Company also wishes to thank its other major education program sponsors including D.F. Richard, Kennebunk Savings Bank, Piscataqua Savings Bank and RBC Wealth Management.
