Welcome To The WaterFront Center!
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As The WaterFront Center celebrates its 25th anniversary, we invite you to share your stories! Whether you've sailed our waters, participated in our educational programs, or enjoyed recreation on the bay, we want to hear how The WaterFront Center has made an impact in your life. Your testimonials will help us celebrate this milestone and continue our mission of connecting people to the water through education and recreation
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Gifting the Serenity of Sailing – Support Veterans on the Water (VOW)
VOW provides free sailing experiences aboard 23-ft Sonars, allowing veterans to share time on the water while fostering a sense of community and boosting their overall well-being.
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Purchase a gift card for your loved ones for this holiday season and give them the gift of summer!
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Your donations will help to inspire the next generation of sailors, scientists, and stewards of the sea.
Our Annual Appeal is instrumental in our achievements, allowing us to provide affordable and free access to marine ecology education and recreational activities. Historically, your donations contribute 25-30% of our budget, emphasizing your crucial role in our journey. Your support can make a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals, ensuring the continued growth and success of our programs.
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CLICK HERE for our hours!
Please email info@thewaterfrontcenter.org to ask us any questions!
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Take advantage of our unique locations and choose from a wide variety of STEM and Marine Science activities to match your curriculum! BOOK FOR 2024 NOW!
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Celebrate and learn about Ida May, the historic Oyster Dredge IDA MAY, the first powered oyster dredge built and operated by Frank M. Flowers Oyster Company from 1925 until 2003!
Our Mission
The WaterFront Center (WFC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Oyster Bay, New York. We provide access to the waters of Oyster Bay Harbor and Long Island Sound through our marine education programs, recreational and instructional sailing programs, paddleboard, kayak, and sailboat rentals, and through harbor tours aboard our National Historic Landmark oyster sloop CHRISTEEN.
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