The Olive 's story...
The Olive was originally launched half a century ago
as replica of the the hardworking catboats of the late 19th century. The original boats were used for everything from fishing to ferries and, in Victorian times, sightseeing.
During the winter of 2020/2021 Captain Parker restored the vessel and modified her to a sloop rig for comfort and ease of handling. Parker named his new sloop after the original Olive he long admired from the post-Victorian era.
as replica of the the hardworking catboats of the late 19th century. The original boats were used for everything from fishing to ferries and, in Victorian times, sightseeing.
During the winter of 2020/2021 Captain Parker restored the vessel and modified her to a sloop rig for comfort and ease of handling. Parker named his new sloop after the original Olive he long admired from the post-Victorian era.
The original Olive built during the Victorian yachting boom was still taking
guests on pleasure cruises through the second world war!
guests on pleasure cruises through the second world war!
Sloop Sail Plan
The Olive's sail plan above shows the traditional gaff rigged mainsail and jib.
The perfect rig for Maine waters...
The perfect rig for Maine waters...
The Sloop's Layout
On deck the Olive has broad comfortable cockpit seating. Below there's a simple interior having two berths, a galley and a semi-private washroom...
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