Lilly B

The Lilly B is a ferry owned by Bustins Island, Maine, United States. It runs several times daily between South Freeport and Bustins Island from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.[1] It is named for Lilly May Brewer (1906–1977), who, along with her husband Ralph (1900–1968), was the caretaker of Bustins during the 1950s and 1960s.[2]

The ferry docked at Brewers in South Freeport, 2017
History
United States
NameLilly B
NamesakeLilly May Brewer
OwnerBustins Island, Maine
RouteBrewers Point, South Freeport to Bustins Island
BuilderBradley Simmons
Completed2000
Maiden voyageApril 22, 2000 (2000-04-22)
StatusOperational
General characteristics
TypeFerry

The vessel was designed by naval architect Al Spalding and built by Bradley Simmons.[2] Its maiden voyage took place on April 22, 2000.[2]

The ferry has a capacity of 44 passengers, and it is not permitted to carry propane or gasoline as baggage.[2]

The ferry is staffed largely by islanders, and its passengers are almost all its residents. As of 2022, its captain is Painter Soule,[3] who was formerly a member of the crew.[4] Archie Ross formerly captained the ferry for over fifty years,[5] and the island's public landing is now named for him.

Schedule

In the high season (mid-June to early September), the Lilly B runs four round-trips daily on weekdays and once on weekends. A late 7.00 PM (inbound) and 7.30 PM (outbound) service runs on Fridays only.[3]

In the off season (late May to mid-June), the ferry runs twice on Tuesdays, three times on Fridays and Saturdays, and four times on Sundays.[3]

Additional runs occur on Memorial Day and Columbus Day.[3]

References

  1. "Photo: Savoring the view". Press Herald. 19 July 2011. Retrieved 31 July 2022.
  2. An Owner's and Renter's Guide to Bustins Island, Summer 2011 - BIVC.net
  3. 2022 Bustins Island Ferry: Schedule and Fares
  4. "The Life Aquatic | Freeport, Maine | Maine Home+Design". Maine Home + Design. 3 October 2016. Retrieved 31 July 2022.
  5. Journal, Max MogensenSpecial to the Sun (11 August 2019). "Bustins: A very friendly island 'somewhere in the middle'". Lewiston Sun Journal. Retrieved 31 July 2022.
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