While some modern schooners may use triangular, Bermuda-like sails on one of both masts, traditional schooners like the one shown here have gaff-rigged sails.

Gaff-rigged schooners are still seen in many areas and are well loved for their historic appearance and sweeping lines, but they are seldom used anymore for private cruising.

Here's another gaff-rigged schooner that is using a topsail and several flying jibs.