Plover Brochure - Drayton Harbor Maritime

Plover Ferry Route
Charters Available
Blaine, Washington
In addition to our seasonal schedule, The Plover
also offers a variety of charter services. Enjoy a
leisurely wildlife or sunset cruise; celebrate an
anniversary, birthday or an intimate wedding
aboard the Plover.
Map
Historic Ferry
Take a Voyage Back in Time Aboard
the Historic Plover Passenger Ferry
For rates to charter the PLOVER for your
special event, please contact:
Captain Richard Sturgill at (360) 332-5742.
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Sailing Schedule & Fares
Departs westbound on the hour from the Blaine
Visitor Dock, Gate II, Blaine Harbor, 235 Marine
Drive, Blaine, Washington.
Running time is approximately 20 minutes.
Departs eastbound on the half-hour from the
Plover Ferry Dock at Semiahmoo Resort,
9565 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine, Washington.
Running time is approximately 23 minutes.
Friday & Saturday ~ Noon - 8 pm
Last sailing westbound at 7 pm
Last sailing eastbound at 7:30 pm
Directions:
From Canada: Southbound on 1-5, take
exit 276, the first exit immediately after the Peace
Arch Border Crossing, and follow signs to Blaine
Harbor.
From Seattle/Bellingham: Northbound on 1-5
take exit 276 and follow signs to Blaine Harbor.
Blaine Harbor ~ Semiahmoo Spit
For More Information Contact:
Blaine Visitor Information Center
728 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine, Washington 98230
360-332-4544
www.blainechamber.com
Sunday ~ 10 am - 6 pm
Last sailing westbound at 5:00 pm
Last sailing eastbound at 5:30 pm
Fares: By Donation ~ Round Trip
$5.00 Adults
$1.00 Youth (12-16)
Under 12 Free
Your generous donations are appreciated
to keep this local treasure operating.
Photo Courtesy of Helen Worle
The Plover’s Official Logo & Trademark
Drayton Harbor Maritime gratefully acknowledges
the many businesses, government agencies and individuals who helped
bring about the PLOVER’ S restoration and return of this
local treasure to service.
The Plover Ferry is owned by the
City of Blaine,Washington &
operated by Drayton Harbor Maritime.
The Plover Ferry operates in
Blaine,Washington Friday,
Saturday & Sunday from
Memorial Day weekend through
Labor Day weekend
including the 4th of July.
www.draytonharbormaritime.org
Experience the Historic Plover Ferry & Drayton Harbor
Welcome aboard the PLOVER for the short
ferry ride in Blaine,Washington between Blaine
Harbor and Semiahmoo Spit, two worlds
joined by the 32’ wooden passenger ferry since
1944. One of the oldest passenger ferries in
Washington State, the Plover ferried cannery
workers and townsfolk back and forth across
the Harbor until 1964. Restored in 1997 to its
original look, the ferry continues its historic
route to the delight of visitors and locals alike.
In June 1997, the National Park
Service listed the PLOVER on the
National Register of Historic
Places. Only a handful of vessels
are listed in this register in the
State of Washington.
The Plover ferry is certified by the US Coast
Guard to carry 20 passengers and allows
bicycles on a space available basis. Included as
part of the Coast Millium Trail, the 20 minute
trip westbound from Blaine Harbor offers
passengers views of Blaine’s working harbor,
Semiahmoo Bay, Point Roberts (U.S.), the
Canadian Gulf Islands, Vancouver Island and
the beautiful waters of the Salish Sea.
The approximately 23 minute trip
eastbound includes views of Drayton Harbor,
Mt. Baker, over 100 resident harbor seals, a
variety of waterfowl and local bird species
including blue herons, Caspian Terns,
nesting cormorants and gulls, resident Bald
Eagles, and Ospreys.
• Explore the beaches of Semiahmoo Spit;
• Enjoy a picnic on the beach;
• Savor a gourmet meal or spa treatment
at Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa;
• Rent a bike or kayak at the dock;
• Visit the APA Museum to learn more
about our fishing and maritime history;
• Observe a diverse species of birds.
• Go to Semiahmoo Marina Store & Cafe
While at Blaine Harbor:
• Take the short walk into town to browse
through shops or have a bite to eat.
• Stroll through Marine Park, visit the
whale sculptures, picnic under a covered
shelter or at one of the pocket beaches;
• Visit nearby Peace Arch State Park.
Photo Courtesy of David Riffle
Kids have the opportunity to steer the
Plover and receive a captain’s certificate.
While at Semiahmoo Spit:
The Plover arriving from Semiahmoo
Spit at Blaine Harbor Gate 2 .
Enjoy wildlife viewing
aboard the Plover