Join us on a Group Run!
Special thanks to Cinetrek Media for the video
Format
We know dock space can be an issue in the summer, so some of these runs may begin and end at some chosen location on the lake, in some bay or cove. The runs will end where the Group Lead chooses, whether it involves docking, a meal or drink someplace, or just a wave-off and a “See ya next time!”
Date & Time
The date, time and location of the meetup will be chosen by the Group Lead and posted here to the site. Arrangements will be made with the Lead directly. A general route will also be posted, so if any other boaters want to wait at some point along the route and join up as the Run goes by they are encouraged to do so!
Photos & Video
We are planning on having a drone operator on board for some of these runs, so we can show off how much fun is to rally these boats around. Anyone who comes along is also encouraged to take their own photos or video and forward them to us for posting here on the website. Invite your drone-running friend along!
Stowaways!
Some of those on the run may opt to have others join them on their boat if there’s extra seating. If there are any seats available on a boat it will be noted in the posts below. Arrangements to get on the boat can be made with the boat owner directly. A good opportunity for anyone to get a wooden boat ride in!
Other Notes
Weather – “The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry!” If the weather looks like it won’t cooperate on the day of the Run, the Lead will reach out to those attending and make plans to reschedule. Or they may choose to run anyway if they’re outfitted with a top, it will be at the discretion of the lead.
Day of the week – Some people prefer to only boat during the week to avoid the crowds, others are busy during the week and only available on the weekends to ride. If none of the planned runs fit your schedule consider planning your own run that does!
Pace of the run – There will be a general agreed upon pace to the run, for the sake of keeping the group together. Some runs will be leisurely, ambling cruises. Some may stop at agreed upon spots to take a break, regroup, snap some pics, maybe take a dip? Other runs may be a straight-shot, perhaps letting those horses stretch their legs a bit! All up to the Run Lead.
Current Group Runs for 2026
Below are listed the runs currently planned for this year. At present some dates are to-be-announced, as soon as more information (date, time, route) comes in it will be added in the Details section. If you are interested in joining for a particular run simply reach out to the Lead with their provided contact info.
'The Pre-Show Run' with Tom & Julie Fergus
Details
Date – Thursday, July 23rd
Time -10 am
Meetup Location – Wolfeboro Town Docks
Contact – Tom Fergus tom@neclaims.net
ITINERARY
Leave Wolfeboro Town docks around 10 am, head up past the Barber Pole, under the Long Island bridge, up to the Swallow Boathouse, under Black Cat bridge past Becky’s Garden, over toward Meredith shore, behind the Beavers, behind Pine Island, around through Sally’s Gut, straight to the Naswa for lunch.
If you’d like to join along at any point in the route that’s fine too, no need to start out with everyone else in Wolfeboro.
Please email tom@neclaims.net.to confirm so we can get a loose “head count.”
Last year's video!
Special thanks to Cinetrek Media for the video
More videos from previous runs
Videos courtesy of Wine & Whiskey Travelers
The 'Last Chance Run' with Tom & Julie Fergus
Details
Date – TBA
Time – TBA
Meetup Location – Wolfeboro Town Docks or Sandy Island
Destination: Lees Mill Landing
Contact – Julie Fergus 603.828.7606 mobile
Tom Fergus 603-387-9237 mobile
Video from last year's run!
Route:
- Depart at 10 am from Wolfeboro Town Docks – Arrive at Lees Mill around 11:30
- Meetup option: Sandy Island at approximately 10:30 AM — a convenient central point for others joining from around the lake.
- We’ll make our way to Lees Mill Landing, a roughly 90-minute ride from Wolfeboro.
- En route, we’ll take one of two scenic passes:
- Outbound: through The Hole in the Wall
- Return: between Little Bear Island and Long Island
- After lunch, we may cruise into Greens Basin if the group is interested
At Lees Mill
- Docks should all be available for docking on Thursday mornings; we can likely dock up to five boats.
- Facilities include a porta potty, chairs, and a bench (no picnic tables). We’ll bring one small camp table to help.
Lunch
- Bring Your Own Picnic — we’ll enjoy lunch together by the water before heading back.
- Expect light cruising speed, ideal for enjoying the scenery with the occasional speed cruise as the lake and conditions permit.
The 'Run of the Centurys' with Rob Lawrence
Details
Date – TBA
Time – TBA
Meetup Location – Wolfeboro Town Docks
Planned Route – Ride over to the NASWA for lunch
Contact – Rob Lawrence lakesregionwoodenboats@gmail.com
Calling all Century owners! Here’s a great opportunity to run your classic wood or fiberglass Century across the lake with other thoroughbreds! As always, all classic boats are welcome to join but we’d really love to see a great Century turnout for this!
Video from last year's run!
'Speedboat Breakfast Runs' with Mark Mason
Details
Date – TBA
Time – TBA
Meetup Location – HIAWATHA Boathouse Cottage – Smith Cove near marker #55, by GPS it’s 17 Roberts Rd, Gilford
Contact – Mark Mason – 1 (603) 369-0042
Additional Info
Throughout the season Mark likes to grab breakfasts by boat with his friends and encourages any and all members to join. These are spontaneous, short notice runs. They involve an early-morning meet up, a run to a breakfast joint somewhere on the lake and then a ride off. All done by mid-morning so Mark can get to his shop! We will be posting here whenever he has one of these planned, but feel free to reach out to Mark at the contact info above so you don’t miss one. See the image on the right for some of the potential destinations for these runs.
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Video from one of the runs!
Courtesy of Wine & Whiskey Travelers
Don’t forget, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so we advise you get in on the next run and start your day off right! Mark’s contact info is above, reach out to him and he’ll put you on his notification list.
Fall Foliage Cruisers
Details
Dates: – TBA
Time – TBA
Meetup Location – Stonedam Island and Weirs Town Docks
Contact – Russell Lunt – russlunt@russlunt.com
Additional Info
From Russell: We have such a great time on our Fall Foliage runs that I want to post two of them this year. A lot of classic boat owners have given up on the summer by October, so I don’t expect many to join us, however, if you would like to come aboard for one, please check in with me ahead.
We leave the East side of Stonedam island around 3pm on Saturdays in October and often Sundays as well. I will take my time getting over to the Weirs to pick up guests around 3:45 with a departure time of 4pm. We will then motor over to Mark/Timber Island to start our cruise. We will cruise at a slow pace, perhaps 6 or 7 kts to take in the foliage. I typically go in between Mark and Mink, depending on the lake depth, then head up the West side of Bear Island, go around to the east side and head down to the broads. Heading back to the Weirs from the broads around dusk is a great time to catch the sunset.
We look forward to every cruise we do, and these especially, we hope we have some classic boats join us!
In addition, this year, we will attend the Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta on September 12 and 13 with rides to benefit the New Hampshire Boat Museum. I also plan a cruise that Saturday evening leaving the Wolfeboro town docks around 4pm, weaving through the islands on the east side of Lake Winnipesaukee. Please contact me if you are interested in joining us.
Videos from some of the cruises
Courtesy of Cinetrek Media
Add your run here!
If you are interested in leading your own run just reach out to us and we’ll add you to the roster, send an email to:
