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Argia, off to a late start, extends its sailing season

September 11, 2020 12:00 am • Last Updated: September 11, 2020 10:12 pm

By Sean D. Elliot
Director of Photography

s.elliot@theday.com

The Mystic-based schooner Argia sails past Latimer Reef Light on Friday, Sept. 11, 2020, in Fishers Island Sound. (Sean D. Elliot/The Day)
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Mystic — The Mystic-based schooner Argia was out sailing as usual Friday in Fishers Island Sound.

The Argia, which operates out of Steamboat Wharf in downtown Mystic, started its sailing season late this year due to the coronavirus pandemic and recently announced that the season will now extend through Columbus Day weekend.

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