1975 Friendship 22' Sloop

Built in 1975 by Patrick Ahearn of New England Yachts, this Friendship 22 sloop carries the classic design of working Maine boats. The fiberglass hull spans 22 feet with a 7.3-foot beam and draws three feet nine inches, allowing it to work shallow coastal waters. A bowsprit extends the overall length to 31 feet. Power comes from a 9.9-horsepower Suzuki outboard, with a cruising speed of 6 knots and a maximum speed of 9 knots.

The sloop rig and modest dimensions make this boat equally suited to day sailing and quiet anchorages. Its design reflects the practical heritage of Muscongus Bay fishing boats, combining seaworthiness with the simplicity that defined working Maine vessels.