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Lilly B
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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 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.
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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]
Aboard the Lilly B, 2023
Approaching Bustins Island's public dock. The building in view is known as the nubble
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References
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