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Great Brewster Island Expedition

Come and walk the mile-long sand bar that extends from Great Brewster's south drumlin into the harbor. This trip is planned around the tide so visitors can walk out if they choose to. Explore the island on your own or take a guided walk with a Friends volunteer.

The island has no dock. We travel on a beach landing vessel that has a short ladder attached to the bow. Wear appropriate footwear. The MV Beachcat does not have a toliet. There is a composting toliet on the island.

Great Brewster Island was named for Elder William Brewster, the first preacher and teacher for the Plymouth Colony. Thousands of years before the English settlers named the island, Native Americans used it as a summer residence and utilized its natural resources. Prior to World War II the island was home to fisherman and summer families. U.S. soldiers manned an observation post during World War II. The military post included 90mm rapid-fire guns, searchlight stations and a command post that aided in controlling the harbor's minefield. Great Brewster Island has a rocky beach, grass covered pathways, and steep paths.

Bring your own food and drink (and carry off). The trip travels rain or shine with no refunds. Trip canceled ONLY at captain's discretion. Park policy is no pets and no alcohol.