Corporate Events & Team Building

Did you know the perfect corporate retreat location is on a boat? Explore Vermont’s Lake Champlain with your team on our private sailing cruises, ideal for corporate events, team building, retreats, and more. 

Set sail on a new way to work.

At Whistling Man Schooner Co., we're all about embracing the spirit of Vermont and crafting unforgettable experiences. Whether you're celebrating a big win with your team or just looking to unwind after a long day at the office, we've got you covered.

  • Sunset cruise with the sales team

  • The coolest pitch meeting ever (a surefire way to impress your new client)

  • Post-conference happy hour

  • Corporate retreat location

  • Team building events

  • Break out of the boardroom with your investors

  • Business lunch with million-dollar views

  • … and so much more!

Meet Our Fleet

Friend Ship and Wild Rose are classic sailing sloops featuring bronze hardware, intricate rigging, and rich, highly detailed woodwork reminiscent of a time gone by. 

Ready To Set Sail?

Interested in hosting your next corporate event or team-building activity aboard a Whistling Man Schooner? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly! We can't wait to hear from you!

Shoulder Season Rates

May 20th - July 1st
& August 23rd - October 15th

Cruise Type Daytime Cruise (2hrs) Sunset Cruise (2hrs)
Private Cruise on Friend Ship (up to 12 guests) $550 $600
Private Cruise on Wild Rose (up to 6 guests) $330 $360
Private Tandem Sail (up to 18 guests) $775 $825

Peak Season Rates

July 1st - August 22nd


Cruise Type Daytime Cruise (2hrs) Sunset Cruise (2hrs)
Private Cruise on Friend Ship (Up to 12 guests) $600 $650
Private Cruise on Wild Rose (Up to 6 guests) $350 $380
Private Tandem Sale (Up to 18 Guests) $825 $875

Corporate Event & Team Building FAQs

  • We provide glassware, cutlery, cutting boards, napkins, ice, and water. You bring the rest- BYOB! 

  • Absolutely! We would love to host you and your team for lunch - Depending on the sailing conditions some goodies may be easier to enjoy than others. Finger-food is encouraged. Not sure where to order from? We can help.

  • Nope! Our USCG Certified Crew will take care of everything so you can relax, network and enjoy the views.

  • We can get people involved with raising and dousing sails, maneuvering the ship, learning knots and breaking down all the sailing jargon you’ll hear us use. This is a fun way to relax and reconnect with your coworkers. 

    Creative meetings sailing on Lake Champlain is a quiet and peaceful environment perfect for discussion. To be physically and mentally removes you from land-life fosters creativity and new perspectives, removing distractions