Want to think outside the box for your next gathering of friends? Are you organizing a bachelor party and you need a unique idea? Here are five fun ideas for partying on the water this summer on Long Island.

Sail on the schooner Ginny Marie – Book a sunset cruise in Long Island Sound for up to six of your friends on this 50-foot wooden schooner. BYOB and food. Sailing at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and a sunset cruise daily.

Paddle Pub Long Island – Gather a group of peeps and paddle around Patchogue or Huntington. Pedal to your heart’s content, sightsee, dance, relax, take photos and play your favorite boat games. BYOB.

Rent the Moon Chaser – Venture out of Captree State Park into the scenic waters of the Great South Bay. They also have a live music program. A 65ft vessel with a fully enclosed main deck, comfortable seating, a fully equipped nautical bar and a canopied upper deck open to soothing bay breezes. The Moon Chaser can accommodate any occasion up to 200 people.

rock on a yacht – LI Boat Rentals has yachts for rent. Treat yourself to a private yachting experience. The standard boat charter can accommodate up to 6 passengers, but the custom-built “Elixir” party yacht can accommodate up to 24 people.

Say what’s going on at a SUP Party – LI SUP has everything for fun on the water, from kitesurfing and windsurfing to SUP and surfing. They cater to beginners and experts for stand-up paddleboarding outings (initiation, group or individual), yoga and fitness classes, destination tours, rentals and special occasion activities. An off-the-beaten-path, on-the-water option for Sweet 16’s, hen parties, birthday parties.