Cruising into the Sunset with Bayport Heritage Association

Bayport Heritage Association is holding a Summer Sunset Dinner Cruise on Tuesday, when guests will have the opportunity to view Bayport and Blue Point from a boat on the Great South Bay.

Boarding starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Sayville Ferry, where the cruise will depart from. Return time is planned for 10 p.m. 

This year's cruise, open to Bayport Heritage Association members and non members, will sail along the coast of Bayport and Blue Point with commentary. Following the coast tour, the cruise will navigate up the Patchogue River, with local historian Pete Berman narrating the adventure, pointing out landmarks, including 19th Century ship building yards and more recent commercial development along the banks of the Patchogue River.

Dinner is planned at The Pier at Watch Hill, after the group sails across the Great South Bay to Fire Island. The main buffet dinner course will feature sautéed breast of chicken francaise, herb-crusted salmon, and sliced filet mignon bordelaise. The dinner buffet will also include salad, rolls, dessert, coffee/tea. A cash bar is also available. There will be on-board raffles for some fabulous prizes.

Cost for the entire evening is $65 per person. This fee includes the Sayville Ferry fare, the buffet dinner and all gratuities. This cruise is not advisable for children. Bring binoculars and sunglasses.

Contact Diana for tickets at 472-1898. Free parking is limited at the Sayville Ferry freight yard so carpooling is encouraged. No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the ferry. 

Bayport Heritage Association was formed in 1983 and is dedicated to the preservation of the history of Bayport. The association has an extensive collection of archival photographs, vintage clothing, artifacts and books.