PORT OF ILWACO – Jenna Austin, coordinator of this year’s visits by the tall ships to the Port of Ilwaco, encourages everyone to take part in part two of this year’s visits by popular sailing vessels.

Numerous activities, including lots and lots of pirates, are planned during the ships’ second four-day visit beginning with the grand arrival luncheon Friday at 11 a.m. Free dockside tours of the Lady Washington and the Hawaiian Chieftain will follow.

A large bus will be set up near the ships where visitors may purchase tickets and souvenirs.

The theme of this year’s visit is “A Nautical Renaissance.”

It’ll be all pirates, all the time, during this visit by the ships. A pirate living history encampment Saturday will include a ship-biscuit tasting and tips on how to prevent scurvy, musicians and authors of pirate books.

Commemorative “doubloons” are available at several locations and may be used for discounts at port businesses.

Friday, June 9

Tall Ship “Grand Arrival Luncheon” 11 a.m. to noon. Purchase a ticket at any Ilwaco restaurant and enjoy lunch as the tall ships sail in. After lunch, make your way for a free dockside tour via the “VIP” line to tour the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain. Fundraiser tickets are $15 and benefit the tall ships and Nautical Renaissance events. Drawing will be held to win tall ship sails and vip boat ride!

Noon – Tall ships, the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan Grand Arrival at the Port of Ilwaco. Free dockside tours with the welcoming party from noon to 6 p.m.

Saturday, June 10

Tall ships: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dockside Tours: 2 to 5 p.m. Battle Sail: 6 to 9 p.m.

A Nautical Renaissance at The Port of Ilwaco:

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Folk music at the pavillion by Colin Spring

1 p.m. to 2 p.m. -Washington State Park Interpretive Rangers will be presenting : The Legacy of Captain Robert Grey, Lewis and Clark’s search for a fur trading ship, as well as other related themes.

2 p.m. – Adult Costume Contest (at the pavillion) Pirate, mermaid, sailor…

Coast Guard Boating Safety

Kayak demonstration by Secondwind Sports

Harbor Lights Sea Pearl Lounge – Pirate/Carribean Bash

Sunday, June 11

Tall ships: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dockside Tours; 2 to 5 p.m. Battle Sail; 6- to 9 p.m. Moonlight Cruise

Children’s Treasure Hunt & Port Parade 1 p.m. – register at noon. Prizes! ($1 per child, or $5 group.)

“Cap’N Matt & Tugboat” – sea shanties and maritime music

Monday, June 12

Tall ships: School Programs 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Departure for Westport at 4 p.m.

To reserve a tall ship sail, call: 1-800-200-LADY or visit www.ladywashington.org. More information about all events is available at (www.nauticalrenaissance.com)