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his 30th Anniversary edition is dedicated to my parents Stanley and Barbara Bay Rintz, the couple who’s vision and hard work grew this publication since 1984. Activity Maine thanks all the loyal business partners we have met along the way and who have grown with us. This edition would not be possible with out them or the wonderful and talented crew of sales people, designers, writers, photographers and support staff we currently have running the show today, a BIG thank you and high five to you all!! The Activities Guide of Maine, born from a passion of adventure, we offer you the opportunity to discover exciting travel and recreational opportunities around Maine. Combining the experiences and resources of our advertisers, world class partners, writers and contributors we bring you a unique selection of ideas that range widely in their destinations and activities, yet are tied together by a basic principle, have fun in Maine! The multitude of advertisements are the presentations of good people who live and work here. They have something of value to offer you and they sincerely want the opportunity to meet and serve you. They are our friends and we hope they will become yours as well... We’ll see you out there! — Stanley J. Rintz III, Publisher
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Rangeley p.36 Windham & Naples p.23
Down East p.85 Bangor p.57 Waterville p.61 Gardiner p.65
Old Orchard Beach p.6 Kittery to the Kennebunks p.2
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South coastal: Greater Portland & Old Orchard Beach Western Lakes and Mountains: Bethel, Rangeley, Jackman and Sebago Lake regions
84 Acadia & Downeast: Hancock & Washington Counties Aroostook County p.52
High Peaks Region p.44
Kittery to the Kennebunks: And local inland destinations not to be missed this summer!
50 The Highlands: Bangor & the Katahdin Region, Moosehead Lake, Greenville and Rockwood 58 Central Maine: Skowhegan, Oakland, Waterville and Kennebec Region 66 Midcoast: Brunswick/Bath to Rockland & Belfast regions
Moosehead Jackman p. 53 p.47 Bingham, The Forks, Caratunkp.46
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Camping in Maine Maine offers world class camping facilities and locations
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Disc Golf There are excellent courses statewide
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Maine’s High Peak Region Come explore Carrabassett Valley Region’s 4-season vitality Sebasticook Valley In the heart of Maine
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Taste of Waterville Don’t miss an all day culinary event with something for everyone
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elcome to beautiful southern Maine! Coastal Kittery is home to numerous factory outlet shopping malls, Kittery Naval Shipyard and an extensive Maine Tourism Information Center. Also visit local Chamber of Commerce Offices for more information about various towns and events throughout the region.
In the Yorks you’ll find sandy beaches, York Harbor, and York Beach where highly visited Nubble Light is located. Visit farmer’s markets at the Greater York Region Chamber of Commerce on Route 1, local shops and restaurants, and attend festivities at the annual York Harvest Fest in mid October. While visiting, stay in York Harbor at Libby’s Oceanside Camp offering panoramic seaside views from their campsites. In Ogunquit, enjoy the inviting main street, and another beautiful sandy beach! Walk the Marginal Way along the ocean, visit scenic Perkins Cove with its shops and restaurants, and perhaps attend a play at the famous Ogunquit Playhouse. Contimied pm page 4
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RV Sites - Tent Sites - Annuals Wells - Just off Rt. 1 (76 Eldridge Rd.) Camping 3/4 Mile from the Ocean Local Trolley Service available
Located between Kennebunk & Ogunquit
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ells boasts miles of sandy beaches and is a popular vacation destination. You may want to spend some time shopping, exploring antique shops, visiting the weekly farmers market, do some boating or fishing, or enjoy some great golfing! Want to try your luck at mini-golf? Your family will enjoy the nautical theme at Wells Beach Resort MiniGolf on Route 1 in Wells.
You won’t want to miss a visit to both Kennebunk and Kennbunkport. Coastal Maine Kayaking in Kennebunkport offers bike rentals to explore the area as well as kayak rentals.
Travel to inland York County where scenic back roads, ponds, lakes, and recreational opportunities are plentiful. In Sanford, enjoy Mtn. View Golf Range offering a driving range, mini-golf, batting cages and a pro shop. While in the area, enjoy leisurely Some of the Wells summer events include the Native American restful camping in nearby Alfred at either Scott’s Cove Camping Pow-Wow on July 19th and 20th, Annual Harbor Fest on July Area on Bunganut Pond or Walnut Grove Campground. Plan to 26th, and the Annual Family Jamboree on Sept. 13th. Enjoy a attend the popular Acton Fair in mid August and discover why play at the Hackmatack Playhouse in nearby Berwick. Maine fairs are such an attraction. u Ready for a great meal? Visit the Maine Diner on Route 1 for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Home-cooked foods, lighter-fare, chowders, lots of Maine seafood, and delicious desserts are included on the menu. Also visit the Maine Diner Gift Shop located next door . Camp in Wells and enjoy a few days in the area. There are several inviting and well-maintained campgrounds. Whatever your equipment and preferences, you’ll find a good match: Beach Acres Campground, Moody Beach Campground, SeaVu Campground, Sea-Vu West Campground, and Wells Beach Resort. In addition to their own recreational facilities, most are on the trolley route to help you further enjoy your stay! Photo courtesy of Wells Beach Resort
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18 Hole Mini Golf - Newly Renovated Open Daily - Weather Permitting First Class Course with a Beautiful Nautical Theme. Fun for the Whole Family! On Route 1, right next to McDonald’s
Camping at Wells Beach Resort Free Wi-Fi All Sites • Cable TV Large Store • Pool RV Friendly • 50/30/20 Amp Tent Sites with Electric Spring and Fall Discounted Rates Walk to Restaurants, Stores & More Trailer Life Rated 9.5/10★/10
On the Extensive Trolley Route Wells Beach Resort, 1000 Post Road, US Route 1, Wells, ME 04090
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WELLS
Miles of Beautiful Sandy Beaches
Family Owned & Operated
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5 Miles to Ogunquit or Kennebunkport
OVERLOOKING THE OCEAN U.S. ROUTE 1 WELLS
Wi-Fi • 50 Amp • Cable TV
New Pool and Kiddie Pool Large Store • Putting Green 18 Hole Mini Golf • Rec Field Playground • Basketball • Bocce Horseshoes • Fitness Classes Recreation Hall/Function Room Picnic Tables and Fireplaces Shaded Tent Sites • Laundry Leashed Pets Welcome
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alfred Relaxed Family Camping on Bunganut Lake Sandy Beach, Swimming Fishing, Boat Launch
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Rowboat, Canoe and Paddleboat Rentals Game Room, Playground Recreation Courts, Store Tents to RV’s Welcome Brock Rd., Alfred, ME 04002
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Camping • Full Hookups (50 amp av.) Cable TV & Wi-Fi Available Store • Weekend Snack Bar Cabin Rentals • Laundromat Swimming Pool • Rec Hall Walking & ATV Trails 599 Gore Road • Alfred ME 04002 www.walnutgrovecampground.net E-mail: info@walnutgrovecampground.net
limerick Looking for Disc Golf in Southern Maine? Woodland Valley consists of 3 well maintained 18-hole courses, parking for 100 cars and a clubhouse with food, drinks and a pro shop carrying all major brand discs, bags and accessories. See more about Woodland Valley and their tournament schedule in our Disc Golf Feature on page 27.
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ith 7 miles of wide, sandy beach, an amusement park, arcade, gift shops and dining options for every taste and budget, Old Orchard Beach provides all of that for a good ole fashion family beach vacation with a huge variety of lodging and camping options. Unwind as you watch the sunset over a giant saltwater marsh. Kayak or canoe a scenic waterway filled with natural wildlife. Watch the excitement in your child’s eyes as you ride the beachside amusement rides. Summer events, festivals, fairs and concerts and weekly fireworks to entertain everyone. All of that in a treasure chest of wonderful memories to take back home and it won’t break the bank!
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Within a Mile of 7 Miles of Beautiful Ocean Beaches
Black Forest Area Deluxe RV Sites Cable, 50 Amp Electric, Water and Sewer Open and Shaded Sites in a more Secluded Area Pool, Playground, Arcade Sports Courts and Field Store, Laundry • RV Sites w/ W & E or W,E,S Picnic Tables & Fire Rings
Huge Tenting Area
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2013 SPECIAL EVENTS Fireworks In The Square: Professional fireworks display every Thursday evening from June 16 –August 21 and July 4 & 5.
Aug. 24 – Revolution3 Triathlon: Over 1200 athletes participate in a 70.3 & 32 miles Olympic and Half Rev event in Old Orchard Beach. Pro and age group athletes are invited to compete in both distances for cash prizes. Sept. 7 – 31st Annual Beach Olympics: Three days of fun competition, music, awards and a fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics Maine. Sept. 12-13 – Car Show: Car Show with many divisions, entertainment, trophies and awards. Friday night parade and car show on Saturday. Dec. 7 – Celebrate the Season by the Sea: Treelighting event with free horse-drawn hay wagon rides, entertainment & food. Frosty and Rudolph will be on hand. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive on a fire engine. Photo courtesy of OOB Chamber of Commerce
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chooner Miniature Golf is one of the largest miniature golf courses in the area. It features a 75 ft. schooner ship as the 11th hole, which is surrounded by its own lagoon.They have outdoor batting cages with speeds ranging from 25mph slow pitch softball up to 60+mph major league and at just $1.00 per token for 16 balls.They also serve one of Maine’s favorite ice creams, SHAIN’S of Maine. Cones, shakes, sundaes and more to be enjoyed on their deck overlooking the picturesque golf course.
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Learn to Surf T
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urfing in Maine might be the best kept secret that our coastline has to offer. For most people, surf culture exists in places like California and Hawaii, leaving us New Englanders off the map. This assumption however, sometimes gives us empty waves, and guarantees beginners plenty of space to learn.
The water temperature is definitely not tropical, but the summer months in Maine make up for those long winters and relentless springs. Maine is great place to learn how to surf for more reasons than one, it’s a joy that you’ll have to discover for yourself this summer! Arlberg Surf Tip: Surf movies and surf videos are great to learn to get to advanced surfing levels. From the take off to the aerial landing, it’s always interesting to watch and try yourself. Movies are available at Arlberg Surf Shops in Freeport and Scarborough or book a lesson with one of their instructors. Certified instructors, group or private lessons, they will travel to meet you and all equipment is provided! If your looking for a full body workout try a SUP. You will be amazed at the unique view you have because you stand at your full height and can see the life that is underneath your board as well as what is on the horizon. Maine Surfers Union Surf shop is Portland’s only surf shop located at 36 Market St, in Portland’s Old Port. It is a year round Surf & Paddle Lifestyle Shop that was the recipient of Portland Buy Local Indie Biz Awards Best New Business for 2013. MSU has what you need to get in the water year round, from winter & summer wetsuits, gloves, booties & a very impressive selection of 10
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hand shaped surfboards that you will not find anywhere else in New England. They also have top brands of Paddle Boards for beginners to the most seasoned vet. MSU has products for the non-surfers in the family with year round clothing lines for men and women from O’Neill, Rhythm, RVCA, Patagonia, LiveME and many more. Guys if you’re looking for board shorts, button downs, hats we have a wide urban & beach wear selection. Lady’s if you’re looking for a bikini’s, dresses, skirts & something fun to go out on the town or to the beach they have you covered.MSU also has an in house head shaper, stop by and watch Nick of Neto Shapes design and shape a surfboard from start to finish in their own shaping bay. They also do custom design surfboards for any skill level; you dream it up, they will build it, along with surfboard building classes. Events at the shop this summer: First Friday of the month Art Walk with local artists displays, live music, beer tasting & live surfboard shaping demonstrations. Every third Thursday if the Month is free movie night, bring a beach chair and hang out and watch a funs surf movie with a good group of people. Blackpoint Surf Shop in Scarborough is just minutes away from Higgins and Scarborough Beach. They offer kids ages 6+, to adults the chance to get comfortable in the water. While the main www.activitymaine.com
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focus is on having fun, they structure lessons to encourage your individual ability to balance and paddle, while working towards standing, riding and reading a wave. With 12 years of experience following their apprenticeships in California, shop owners and board builders, Andy and Ryan of McDermott Shapes, are experts in ding repair, board restoration, and custom board creation. Black Point Surf Shop is ready for the summer season and excited to add to Maine’s growing surf culture. u
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Free Live Entertainment and Scheduled Activities on Weekends for All Ages WiFi • Cable • Store • Snack Bar Swimming • Fishing • Horseshoes Rec Center • Indoor Shuffleboard Sports Fields & Playgrounds Open, Wooded & Waterfront Sites Big Rigs Welcome • E,W,S 30/50 Seasonal Sites Available Wassamki Springs Campground 56 Saco Street Scarborough, ME 04074
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FAIR DATES July
4–7 Clinton Lions 5–7 Litchfield 10–13 Oxford 12–14 New Portland Lions 14–20 Farmington 19–21 Common Ground 21–27 Cumberland
August
October
3–6 Houlton 10–13 Ossipee Valley 18–20 Waterford World’s Fair 24–27 Pittston 26–8/4 Bangor 25–8/2 Northern Maine 7/31–3 Monmouth 5–10 Topsham 7–16 Skowhegan 16–23 Union 21–24 PiscataquisDover Foxcroft 21–24 Acton 24–9/1 Windsor
9/28–10/5 Fryeburg
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Ken’s Place
Famous for Seafoods Since 1927 Fabulous Fried Clams!
Baked & Fried Foods • Children’s Menu • Air Conditioned Pine Point Rd. Scarborough, Maine 207 883-6611 • Open thru Oct.
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Photo Tips This Summer
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Gorham Country Club
apturing that perfect picture postcard shot while on vacation might be thought to be the product of luck, but with the right light and a few basic camera adjustments you too can make an image to wow your friends. Lots of tutorials cover the basics of capturing the morning and evening light for the best colors, composition including the rule of thirds and more. However, there are a couple of capture settings in your camera that are often missed and confused. In just seconds you can set your camera and instantly start making better pictures.
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I see a lot of people shooting in the green full ‘Auto’ mode. I feel camera manufacturers misspell ‘Auto’ as it really should be ‘Awful.’ The Auto mode limits the quality you can capture and handicaps your ability to do more with your images. A better choice is to select ‘P’ for Program, which still offers the same simplicity as Auto, except for couple of things that can help improve the quality of your images. If your camera can capture in RAW mode, then you are likely disabling that function when shooting in full Auto mode. RAW files contain nearly 5 times the detail of a normal JPG file and will afford you opportunities to make better prints. If your shot was too bright or too dark, you can fix that by opening the RAW file in an image-editing program, where you can adjust the photo a whopping plus or minus 5 whole f-stops, after you have shot your picture! Many cameras let you shoot in both RAW and JPG at once - I recommend choosing that dual option now, as later, when you become more familiar with RAW processing, you will have those plentiful files to work with. Another important and overlooked setting is ‘White Balance.’ This setting lets you capture the proper colors when shooting under different sources of light. White balance is even more important if you only save in JPG mode, as you won’t have the same ability to adjust this after you shoot like you can with a RAW file. ‘Auto’ White Balance (AWB) is another instance where the camera manufacturers mistake ‘Awful’ for ‘Auto.’ Setting your camera to AWB means you are telling your camera to find the dominant color in the scene and neutralize it by adding almost an equal amount of the opposite color. AWB mode can make colorful scenes look dull and make your images have the wrong colors. Let’s look at an example... Let’s say you go hiking and photograph people or wildlife among green trees and green grass. AWB mode will neutralize the green by adding See ‘Photos’ on page 72
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“The Old Port, with its cobblestone streets, gas light fixtures and classic brick buildings, oozes charm and vitality.”
por tlan d Maine’s City by the Sea P
ortlanders have enjoyed amazing food and dining choices for many years and in the last decade, chefs in Maine’s largest city have been racking up accolades from all over the world. The local access to farms and seafood have helped make this scene grow in popularity. Whatever you are looking for, you will most likely find it here!
paddleboards to fishing and pleasure crafts. Check the tides on larger boats because at low tide the water is less then two feet at the dock. Also in the height of the season at peak times, rangers are
Portland Events July 4th Portland’s “Stars and Stripes Spectacular” will take place on Friday, July 4, 2014 (with a rain date of Saturday, July 5, 2014) at Eastern Promenade Park in Portland, Me.The “Patriotic Pops Concert” featuring Maestro Robert Moody and the Portland Symphony Orchestra with Special Guest Artist Don McLean begins at 7:40pm. Come early and enjoy the evening, fireworks at 9:40pm! Shipyard Old Port Half Marathon & 5k Run 13.1miles or 5Km through the heart of Portland’s Old Port district, West End neighborhood, Eastern Promenade, and Back Cove trails. Both races finish at the Ocean Gateway Terminal. After the race enjoy complimentary beer by Shipyard Brewing Co., Portland Pie Co. pizza, Mt Dessert Island Ice Cream, and live music! Alive at Five FREE Concert Series August 7, the Spirit Family Reunion will hit the stage with local stompers Ghost of Paul Revere.
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YOSAKU
Try our Sushi! Portland boasts a growing number of places that serve quality sushi in a superb atmosphere. Even we have not tried them all; but we would like to share a few that have been our favorites. You will find the service attentive and friendly, the fish is fresh and eye-pleasing displays of culinary art in their dishes.
monitoring the ramp and charging launch fees, but a majority of the time it is free.
Dine amongst outdoor Japanese gardens and waterfall this summer. Japanese cuisine at its best ~ in a relaxing atmosphere.
1 Danforth St. Portland 780-0880
Here for some Sight seeing? Splash into history on Downeast Duck Adventures amphibious tour, fully-narrated 60-minute adventure through Portland, Maine! Hear about legends and lore that have shaped Portland into one of the most historical cities in the nation as you twist and turn through the Old Port. Learn about places of interest to visit and many little known facts about the city that is nicknamed “The Phoenix.” Then, hold onto your tail feathers as you DRIVE into the waters of Casco Bay to view Portland’s working waterfront, Calendar Islands and marine wildlife. u
Yosaku Japanese Restaurant has an amazing outdoor Japanese garden and waterfall for a romantic and scenic dinner/ lunch. Premium quality sushi and sashimi paired with creative and traditional including noodles, tempura, grilled steak. Benkay Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar has skilled chefs prepare over 30 different types of sushi and over 40 types of maki rolls along with many cooked dishes. Kon Asian Bistro - one of the newer additions to the Portland scene - has a unique modern look and features several hibachi tables and a private party room. u
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OVERLOOKING PORTLAND’S WORKING WATERFRONT
92 Commercial St. - Portland, ME • 871-5636 also 61 Tandberg Trail, Rt. 35 - Windham, ME • 893-0700
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south coastal Portland Fire Engine Co. operates a unique multimedia history tour of Portland, Maine, aboard a vintage fire engine. We explore the great views of Casco Bay and its many lighthouses, as well as the amazing architectural buildings hidden inside of Portland. The tour is a great way of reliving Portland’s past, while a guide narrates and displays rare old photographs from Maine’s rich history on our flat screen TV. Tours begin and end at 180 Commercial St. (Located in front of Portland Lobster Co.) Tours are approximately 45 to 50 minutes in length. Adult tickets are $15.00 and kids are $10.00. We only carry 12 passengers, so book early to guarantee availability. Call (207) 252 6358 or book online at www.portlandfiretours.com. We also cater to private groups for charters, parties or anything you can come up with. We are a seasonal business and operate from early May through the end of October. u
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Catch the next boat out of town.
Casco Bay Lines can take you to beautiful island scenery, cool ocean breezes, sun and sea — it’s where the Maine coast really begins. 10 daily cruises. Charters and lobster bakes available.
Go to www.cascobaylines.com for the current schedule. Or call us at 207.774.7871 Casco Bay Ferry Terminal, Commercial & Franklin Street, Portland. Owned and operated by the Casco Bay Island Transit District.
Tickets are sold at Casco Bay Lines and generally between 12 and 20 dollars
Friday, Jun 20, 2014 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm The Hurricans, A true party rock band Wednesday, June 25th 6:00 - 8:00 pm Happy Hour with Don Campbell Trio Thursday, July 10, 2014 7:30-10:30 The Maine legend plays a variety of classic hits and music from today. Friday, Jul 25, 2014 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Wavelength, Plays a variety of classic dance music. Saturday, August 9, 2014 8:00 pm - 11:00 The Hurricans, A true party rock band
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south coastal Portland Schooner Company has been making memories for Casco Bay visitors since 2002. Owned and operated by husband and wife team, Scott Reischmann and Michelle Thresher, they offer an authentic, Old World sailing experience from May through October aboard Portland’s only historic windjammers. Whether you’re looking to experience the Portland waterfront from a unique perspective or just hoping to step back to a simpler time for a couple hours, Portland Schooner Company offers an experience you don’t want to miss. The adventure begins aboard one of their classic wooden schooners, Wendameen or Bagheera. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, both schooners were designed by famed naval architect, John G. Alden, in the early 1900s and built by some of the best craftsmen in the world at the shipyards of East Boothbay, Maine. Two-hour sails depart from the Maine State Pier in Portland’s Old Port and are offered four times daily, presenting visitors with a perfect vantage point for viewing Portland’s unforgettable sights and sounds – from lighthouses and seabirds to seals and the rocky coastline. The friendly, professional crew is not only there to provide you with a safe trip … they’re happy to share a bit of Casco Bay history and trivia. You’re invited to join in any way you’d like: hoisting the sails alongside a deckhand, taking a turn at the ship’s wheel, or just relaxing and enjoying the ocean breeze and salt air. And you’re welcome to bring food and drink, including beer and wine, aboard. The cost for a two-hour sail is just $39 for adults and $15 for children. Though not required, reservations are strongly encouraged. If you’ve got more time to spend on Casco Bay, Portland Schooner Company also offers charters for family or corporate functions, lunchtime lobster bakes on scenic Cow Island, and overnight excursions where you can spend an evening nestled in a quiet island anchorage. u
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two-hour sails private charters overnights 207-766-2500 portlandschooner.com
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Just 3 miles from L.L. Bean on the wharf at the end of Main Street on beautiful South Freeport Harbor Come and enjoy fresh seafood for lunch or dinner Experience the working waterfront from inside the dining room or from our picnic tables under the awning!
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he picturesque landscape of the Lakes and Mountains Region of western Maine sets the stage for outdoor activities. To experience the magnificence of this area, begin with a scenic drive. You’ll encounter everything from rolling hills to majestic mountain peaks.
climb a mountain. Bike the rural byways. Try a zip-line adventure. Hit a few golf balls. Ride your ATV on miles and miles of maintained trails. The Appalachian Trail passes through the Mahoosuc Range, providing a single or multi-day backpacking trek.
And then there’s the moose watching. Bring your camera! Not only Gentle mountain breezes take the edge off a hot summer is the countryside picturesque, but the wildlife is abundant. It’s not day. Sparkling lakes and ponds, cascading rivers and streams, uncommon to see moose, deer, black bears and other wildlife. And plummeting waterfalls and covered bridges enhance the experience. listen for the call of the loon. The landscape is ever changing. Tree-lined main streets, friendly towns, country fairs and festivals, This is the place to fish, kayak, swim, hunt and mountain bike. one-of-a-kind museums, antique shops, boutiques, unique eateriesExperience world-class bass, trout and salmon fishing. Glide along -it’s all here in the Lakes and Mountains Region of western Maine. a lake in your canoe or kayak. Venture into the woods for a hike or Don’t miss the Fryeburg Fair, Maine’s Blue Ribbon Classic. u
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hroughout the State of Maine there are more than 200 privately-owned campgrounds in addition to a number of State Parks that offer camping facilities. Many privately-owned campgrounds are included in this issue of Activities Guide. A camping stay offers the opportunity for a memorable vacation experience, whether simply camping as a vacation or camping as a means to be near an activity you are planning to enjoy. Diversity is the word to best describe the choices of Maine’s many campgrounds; you’ll discover a tremendous variety in the size, location and type of campgrounds located throughout the state. These range from very small properties where the camping experience is the focus to large resorts that offer every imaginable amenity. Even if you have never camped before, or do not have camping equipment, you’ll find quite a number of places that offer onsite rentals and cabin rentals. Some RV dealers also offer rental units for nearby campgrounds. This is a great way to break into the camping experience that has become one of the most popular types of vacations today. See ‘Camp’ on page 24
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• Four-season lakeside accommodations (extended stay in winter) • Rooms equipped with kitchenettes, screened-in porches • Charming lakefront cottages with full kitchen and bathroom • C omplimentary Wi-Fi, canoes and kayaks, continental breakfast • Fishing, fitness room, swim area, docking facilities • 20–30 minutes from the airport and Portland • Golf, restaurants, shopping, beaches and entertainment nearby • Pet-friendly, family friendly, smoke-free GPS/Physical Location: 661 White’s Bridge Road Standish ME 04084
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Another way to discover camping and be versatile in your vacation is to rent an RV and travel as you wish! Some of the RV dealers in this issue offer rentals and are ready and pleased to work with you in your planning. Also, these dealers can provide expert advice in helping you make selections in camping gear if you prefer to own your own equipment. When planning your getaway, consider what you are looking for in your camping experience --just a place to call home base for other activities you are planning, or a facility that offers enough that it is a vacation in itself. Some campgrounds offer on-site recreational opportunities such as a pool, rec hall and sports fields, scheduled activities and a variety of entertainment. Many are located on lakes, rivers or the ocean, and offer a beach, swimming, fishing and even a variety of boat rentals. In the more popularly visited areas of the state, campgrounds often provide a home base for area activities and attractions and quite a number either offer shuttle service or are on a trolley route.
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Consider your needs and expectations in advance to maximize your vacation experience and undoubtedly your dollar value. It may be important to know what is offered or to get information about particular questions in advance. This can be done by visiting the campground’s Web site, referring to their advertising or calling with questions. Even if a particular resource or recreational opportunity isn’t offered at the campground, it may be available nearby.
The Heart of Maine’s Sebago Lake/Long Lake Region
The majority of campgrounds and resorts suggest reservations Located midway between the coastal city of Portland and the and some require a minimum stay, especially over weekend and White Mountains of New Hampshire, Naples is easily reached holiday periods. And finally, of course, understanding reservation from any direction. Route 302 is the primary route through policies and various charges is important. Naples. There are many seasonal and year-round businesses, along with numerous lodging facilities and camping areas. Thanks to its unsurpassed location, Naples is a popular Family Fun starts here at... summer resort and year-round vacation area—as well as a rapidly growing residential and business community. Visitors naturally come to a stop when they arrive at the Naples Causeway in the center of town; the view up Long Lake to the White Mountains is one of the most spectacular in New England. While visiting the region, plan to include a day trip to Sandy Beach On 5 mile Crescent Lake Swimming nearby North Conway, NH and the White Mountains. You’ll Boating & Fishing enjoy beautiful mountain views, an inviting downtown area, Boat Rentals outlet shopping and an opportunity to explore local attractions including Mt. Washington. u Weekend & Daily Planned Activities Theme Weekends
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635 Webbs Mills Rd., Raymond ME 04071
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Questions or considerations might include some of the following: • Do you offer any camping rental equipment, RVs or cabins? • Is there shuttle or trolley service available to nearby attractions? • Is there a well-stocked store? How about a snack bar or restaurant? • Are campfires permitted? How about firewood and ice? • Are there any trails for hiking or biking--even ATVing? • Is there WiFi or cable TV? • If a more remote location, how is cell phone reception in the area? • What hook-ups for trailers and RVs are available? Is there 50 amp electric? • Are tents accepted? • Can you bring your own boat? Are there launching facilities and dock space available? • How about pet policies and requirements for camping with pets?
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Throughout the various regions in this issue of Activities Guide, you will find many campgrounds and camping resorts. We encourage you to take some time to see what is available. Camping is great vacation, or an ideal way to move around to different areas of the state to enjoy other activities you are planning. You may also visit www.activitymaine.com for a complete listing of campgrounds offered in this issue. See you out there! u
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Looking to play more that just one great golf course on your next vacation? Want to go someplace that you can relax and not spend and arm and leg? The Maine Trifecta is the perfect solution! Here is the unique deal called the “Maine Trifecta,” which allows golfers to play Spring Meadows in Gray, Fox Ridge in Auburn and Poland Spring, green fees and carts for 18 holes each day plus 2 nights lodging, and 4 meals at the Poland Spring Resort.
“... among the lushest courses anywhere in New England.”
20 minutes from Portland, 1 mile from Turnpike Exit 63, Route 100 North
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Poland Spring Golf Course is considered the oldest resort golf course in America. Famed architect, Donald Ross, designed the Links style course. Spectacular views of the White Mountains, velvet bent grass greens, beautiful well maintained fairways, ponds, and tees for all abilities. Spring Meadows Golf Course A naturally
beautiful and challenging layout offering plush fairways and superb greens. “A venue worth the drive. . . a sweetly sublime design from Maine architect laureate Brad Booth.” Golf Digest.
Fox Ridge Golf Course Rated among Maine’s most
challenging 18-hole golf courses. Former home of the Maine Open. Designed to take advantage of the natural lay of the land, which will demand every shot in your bag. Rated 4 1/2 out of 5 stars by Golf Digest. The Maine Trifecta package includes 2-night lodging at the Poland Spring Resort, which has comfortable accommodations in three different inns, or cottages. All meals are served at the Maine Inn, buffet style, all-you-caneat. The Resort has loads of amenities including grass tennis courts, swimming, bocce, shuffleboard, boating, and lots more. 9 The 20114 rate for the Maine Trifecta is $279.00. The rate is per person, double occupancy, plus 17% service charge, and Maine sales tax. FMI: www.mainetrifecta.com. u cont. page 32
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Enjoy the best vacation value in Maine! Huge swimming pool, Donald Ross golf course, tennis, delicious all-you-can-eat buffets, nightly entertainment, hiking trails, boating, fishing, comfortable accommodations and much more!
Call toll-free 1(866) 866-5437 for our FREE 2011 BROCHURE or visit us at www.polandspringresort.com. www.activitymaine.com www.activitymaine.com
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Get Your Kicks on Poland Mining Camps is located in Poland, Maine and our primary business is to cater to the needs of the pegmatite mineral collector, enthusiast or geologist, whether as individuals or as a Group. Our customers have exclusive access to famous pegmatite quarries and are allowed to collect mineral specimens, study the geology and enjoy the opportunity unavailable to the general public.
Oxford Casino, located in the heart of southern Maine, just minutes from Exit 63 off the Maine Turnpike is your destination for wicked good fun. The casino offers a unique gaming and entertainment experience unlike any other. From table games to slot machines, our non-stop gaming action delivers a thrill a minute to fortune seekers, and our on-site restaurant and full bar provide places to refuel.
Egg-Ceptional Restaurant serves breakfast and lunch Smedberg’s roadside stand was originally built in 1967 from 6:00 A.M. Till 2:00 pm everyday. WIFI & cable, handicap and is owned and operated by Roger and Gayle Smedberg and services available and ask about group event services. Roger Smedberg Jr. From Made-in-Maine products like maple syrup, honey, fruit salsa, pottery, soaps, and ornaments, to their
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colleCt minerals in maine We have access to private and closed locations like: Mount Mica, Mount Apatite, Emmons and more! Poland Mining Camps visit Oma’s Attic Dudy & Mary Groves P.O. Box 26 • 34 Groves Lane A unique and complete vacation opportunity Poland, Maine 04274 visit our website: www.polandminingcamps.com (207) 998-2350 visit our website: www.polandminingcamps.com
own One Cow Homemade Ice Cream that’s “utterly delicious”, Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm is an experience unlike any other. Stop by and check out their homemade baked goods including pies, bread, and Gayle’s delicious homemade baked beans and chicken pies. Smedberg’s fully-stocked greenhouses feature beautiful annuals, hardy perennials, fertilizer, soils, as well as seedlings and plants. Smedberg’s all-natural, home-grown beef, pork, and lamb are raised on the farm, fed from the field with no added hormones. Also available: chicken, turkey, seafood and live lobster. You won’t want to miss a stop at Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm. Pa’s Tradin’ Company pawn brokers located on Route 26 in Oxford, Maine, with 14,000 square feet of retail space. Pa’s Tradin’ offers fair prices for your pawn, let them put their experience to work for you. Maurice Restaurant has been a pleasant surprise for the world of sojourners and people new to the beautiful Oxford Hills area of western Maine. Located on Route 26 in South Paris, which takes the traveler north into Canada, the twohundered-year-old clapboard house turned restaurant continues to delight, serving French-Continental cuisine in an elegant country atmosphere at affordable prices. Stop in at Creaser Jewelers showroom to see nothing less than a beautiful, multicolored collection of only the best gold and sterling gemstone jewelry. Gallery quality, well-crafted, and wonderfully designed pieces of precious metal are set with select gemstones. And they can’t wait to show them to you! 30
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The Mollyockett Motel & Swim Spa is located on Rt# 26 in the beautiful Western Mountains of Maine. They are a 20 unit motel with an indoor heated pool & hot tub and have a great restaurant on site! Clean rooms, friendly atmosphere, and great location, because they are centrally located to the many things to do in the area. Whether you are rock hounding, hiking, fishing, canoeing, going to the races, or just wanting some R&R. Many people stay as they travel from Acadia National Park to the White Mts. in New Hampshire. Owners Tim and Fran would love to have you come and visit and make The Mollyockett Motel the place you mark on your map as a place not to forget. u
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5 Pigeon Hill Road • Mechanic Falls, Me. 04256 • 207-998-5577 • Breakfast All Day • Family Friendly Atmosphere • Great Food • 10% off w/Oxford Casino Loyalty card • Kid Friendly (Ducks to all Kids) • Large Parties (10 or More) Call Ahead • Take our Omlette Challenge (Get your picture on our wall of Fame) • Located at the 5 Corners in Mechanic Falls
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ethel is a year-round outdoor paradise. Summer brings excellent hiking, biking, paddling, camping, and fishing, or just relaxing near a local swimming hole or at a spa. A wide variety of lodging and shopping, as well as dining options to suit every taste, await you. The Bethel area is host to many wonderful events in the summer and fall months. Experience the historic village and beautiful mountain landscapes. From canoeing and fly fishing one of the many local rivers, streams or ponds to miles of cycling, hiking and mountain bike trails, Bethel is a true four-season recreational destination. This is a lovely time of year to get outside and do some hiking, paddling, biking, wildlife watching, or sightseeing. Come enjoy all that Bethel’s mountain village has to offer: wonderful community events, performances, shopping, golf, mountain biking, and lots more at Sunday River Resort. Campgrounds are open and local accommodations await; visit this summer and explore what Bethel has to offer during each unique season. u
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DIG MAINE GEMS! •• Learn mineral identification •• •• Dig for your own special find! ••
www.rocksme.biz Maine Mineralogy Expedit ions 121 Mayville Road, US Route 2 Bethel, ME 04217 207-824-4224
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Maine Minerology Expeditions Located at Bethel Outdoor Adventure is a GEM & MINERAL SLUICE operated by Maine Mineralogy Expeditions and they sell buckets of material gathered from several local mines, providing a broad spectrum of area gems and minerals- beryl, amethyst, tourmaline, quartz, mica, feldspar, apatite, lepidolite, and more. Everybody gets goodies that you can identify using their handy identification board. For a “sure find” try a Dream Bucket $25, $50, $100. Try out the antique cast-iron hand pump just as in the days of old. The Sluice is is open lateMay through October, weather pending. u Photo courtesy of Maine Mineralogy Expeditions
AREA EVENTS July 4: Fourth of July Community Picnic & Concert. On the side lawn of the Dr. Moses Mason House (14 Broad Street). Bring your lunch, and after the presentation of colors and our national anthem, enjoy a two-hour concert by the Portland Brass Quintet. 207.824.2908 / 800.824.2910. www.bethelhistorical.org July 5-6: 25th Annual Bethel Art Fair & Fireworks. Enjoy the work of local artists and artisans, musical entertainment, and more. Fireworks at dusk. On the Bethel Town Common. 207.824.3575. www.mahoosucarts.org July 12-13: 53rd Annual Western Maine Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show. Telstar High School. 207.665.2759. www. oxfordcountymineralandgemassociation.blogspot.com July 18-19: New England Forest Rally at Sunday River Resort. One of the country's premiere rally events as regional and national pros take on the back roads of western ME and northern NH. www. newenglandforestrally.com July 19-20: Annual Mollyockett Days Festival. This is a fun twoday community and family festival. Events on Saturday include arts and crafts fair, parade, Native American cultural demonstrations & dancing, frog jumping, fiddling, fireworks, and lots more. Sunday features the Mollyockett Days Classic Road Races at 8am – 5-mile run, 2-mile walk, 1 mile kids' run, and a diaper dash at 10am for toddlers 3 and under. www.mollyockettdays.com 207.824.2282. Aug. 10: 23rd Annual Maine State Triathlon. A sprint triathlon with a 750 meter swim at Songo Pond, 24 K bike race on scenic country roads, and a 5.8 K cross-country run. Teams or individuals. 207.824.2282. www.mainestatetriathlon.com. Sept. 20: Upper Andro 2 Fly Contest. 6am to 2pm on the Upper Androscoggin River. Anglers try to catch the biggest and most trout with only two flies. www.bethelinn.com 207-824-2175. Sept. 20: 17th Annual Harvest Fest & Chowdah Cook-off. An old-fashioned, fun, fall festival – arts & crafts, chowder cook-off with over a dozen restaurants, apple pie contest, demonstrations, entertainment, hiking, biking, canoeing, food, guided & selfguided bike tours, more. 207.824.2282. www.bethelmaine.com, www.bethelharvestfest.com Oct. 11-12: Annual Fall Festival Weekend at Sunday River. Annual arts & crafts festival, Summit Challenge, North American Wife Carrying Championship, concerts, wagon rides, games, plenty of food & more. (800) 543-2754 www.sundayriver.com
Bethel Outdoor Adventures & Campgroup (BOA) is a “home base” for MME and mineral sluice “Under the Crystal.” The SLUICE is a fun and educational experience for the entire family. The pictures on the website tell their story and you will not go home empty handed. To round out the total experience, BOA provides a beautiful campground for RVs and tenters. They offer kayak, canoe, drift boat, and SUP rentals in addition to providing fishing adventures and guide services. Your visit with BOA is sure to be adventurous and it’s a natural compliment to the many outdoor activities available here. Learn something new and go home with some of nature’s beautiful treasures! For more information on features and tour reservations, please call well in advance: (207) 824-4224. u www.activitymaine.com
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Zipline Tours and Twin Zips Fly through the air with the greatest of ease via a Sunday River Zipline Tour with six lines ranging from 100 to 300 feet in length. All thrills, no skills, the resort’s Zipline Tour is perfect for the beginner or intermediate adventurist. The tour’s grand finale is a zip down one of the resort’s two parallel Twin Zips that span 750 feet in length. Of course, no tour is complete without a heartfelt round of “Zip ah dee doo dah!” Tours take about two hours, but for those with limited time Twin Zips can be done separately from the tour and are a perfect quick fix for effortless fun. Zipline Tours are $49 for juniors and $59 for adults, Twin Zips tickets are $15 per person for two “zips”. Height and weight restrictions apply; reservations are strongly encouraged, 800-543-2754.u Scenic Lift Rides Whether you choose to ride it during summer, or take in the brilliant colors of fall, Sunday River's Chondola is a must-do experience for all guests to Sunday River. Yankee Magazine ranked the Bethel area as the #1 New England leaf-peeping location and noted Sunday River's Chondola as one of the best ways to take in all of the views. Summer and fall, the Chondola whisks guests to the mid-mountain Peak Lodge where views of the Mahoosuc and Presidential ranges extend for miles and miles. Scenic lift tickets are $15 for ages 13 and older, $10 for ages 6 through 12, and free for ages 5 and younger, ages 80 and older, and all 2014-15 winter season passholders. u
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Grafton Notch Campground is nestled in the woods near the Bear River in Newry, this is the perfect location to set up camp for a series of day hikes. Explore the Grafton Loop Trail, Appalachian Trail, Grafton Notch State Park and Step Falls...all just minutes away! They have 14 wooded sites, fire ring & picnic table on each site, bath house with hot showers, flush toilets and trailer dumping station. Plus a field Area for horseshoes, frisbee or just kicking back and dogs are welcome! u
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RANGELEY LAKES REGION Maine’s Four Season Playground
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Adventures Await ~ Memories Made Select Summer 2014 Events
Lupine Festival Art & Antique Show Saturday, June 21 Independence Day Celebration Joan Frost Memorial Art Show, Children's Day Parade, Silent Auction, Fireworks, Duck Race Thursday, July 3 Rangeley Friends of the Arts "The Wedding Singer" July 4-7 Rangeley Guides & Sportsmen Assoc. Strawberry Festival Thursday, July 10
RFA Music from the Lake Mooselookmeguntic Lake Wednesday, July 23
Rangeley Friends of the Arts Summer Diva Show August 1-4
Rangeley Lakes Logging Museum Festival Days & Parade Saturday, July 26
Rangeley Guides & Sportstmen Assoc. Outdoor Sporting Heritage Day Tuesday, August 12
Rangeley Health & Wellness Gregg Allman Concert Saturday, July 26
Oquossoc Day Saturday, August 16
Rangeley Friends of the Arts Celtic Music Annalivia Tuesday, July 29
Wilhelm Reich Museum Evening of Jazz Rangeley Friends of the Arts Pianist Andy Kahn Art in August & Westerhoff Concert Saturday, July 19 Thursday, August 1 Rangeley Public Library Annual Book & Bake Sale Saturday, July 19
21st Annual Golf Classic Mingo Springs Wednesday, August 20 Blueberry Festival Thursday, August 21 RFA Music From The Lake Rangeley Lake Thursday, August 21
RFA Home & Garden Tour & Taste of Rangeley Tuesday, August 5
Information subject to change. Visit us at www.rangeleymaine.com for updated and detailed information on all area events. Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce 1-800-MT-LAKES ~ e-mail:info@rangeleymaine.com
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RANGELEY The fabled region of Maine outdoor adventure is a place you’ll want to visit over and over again!
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FOR SALE: Beautiful mountain-view building lots within walking distance of downtown Rangeley, ME. Call: Gloria Hewey, Realtor The Better Homes and Gardens Masiello Group
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egistered Maine Guides take pride in advising and showing others the way in the great outdoors. These are people who follow in the footsteps of Joe Polis, the Penobscot Indian Guide who led Henry David Thoreau on a journey through the forested land and along the lakes and streams surrounding Mount Katahdin. Cornelia Thurza Crosby, aka Fly Rod Crosby, became the first Maine Guide in 1897. Since then, many have learned to share their love and knowledge of the outdoors with others. Today, one must complete rigorous oral and written examinations to become a registered guide.
“Whether bird watching in a field, bear hunting in the woods, fly fishing in a river or sea kayaking along the coast, Registered Maine Guides provide personalized outdoor adventures.” They’ll teach you to trap, boat, snowmobile and camp in primitive areas. With skill and experience, they’ll help you interpret the natural world. Imagine spending an unforgettable day with someone who knows the best hiking route or where the moose graze, teaches you how to prepare meals over the camp fire and set up your tent under the stars. With a guide, you can safely connect with nature while learning from someone with first-hand knowledge of the area. Below is a list Activity Maine has come to know and trust t provide excellent service: www.activitymaine.com
Recreational Guides: Mookwa Guided Tour Rangeley 864-2771 Moxie Rafting -The Forks 1800-866-6943 Seaspray Kayaing West Bath Coastal Maine Kayak Kennebunkport 207-967-6065 Dead River Expeditions West Forks 207-663-2040 Acadia Mountain Guides Acadia, Forks, Bangor, The forks 2888186 National Park Sea Kayak Tours – Bar Harbor 207-288-0342 Acadia Stand Up Paddleboarding- Bar Harbor 207-610-2970 Northwoods Outfitters – Greenville 1866-223-1380 Hunting, Fishing and & Recreational Guides: Green Farm Guide Service Rangeley 207-246-5604 Pine Grove Lodge Pleasant Ridge Plantation 207-672-4011 Have you ever been interested in becoming a Maine Guide? Maine’s Outdoor Learning Center (see ad on page 81) has been serving Outdoorsmen and Women since 1997. With outstanding instructors on staff, they offer outdoor education to help men and women alike achieve some of their most desired dreams. Their school is more than becoming a Registered Maine Guide, or being able to get yourself out of the wilderness with survival techniques. It is about becoming a leader of self. Getting to know who you are, and in the process learning, experiencing and gathering new data to bring you to the fore front of where you want to be.Maine Outdoor Learning Center helps those seeking more knowledge of the woods and waters of Maine, along with every place one may travel. They have been successfully teaching classes to residents and non-residents for years with success rates that shows their dedication to learning. u summer 2014 | Activities Guide of Maine
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uaint Oquossoc Village is set amongst pristine mountains and crystal clear lakes--all of which make it a premier vacation destination. Located along the Rangeley Lakes National Scenic Byway, you can embrace a slower pace here as you swim, kayak, canoe, bike, hike, hunt or fish for the fabulous brook trout under the spruce and fir canopy. Begin your day at the 4 Season’s Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. You will also find three meals a day available at The Gingerbread House, a year-round casual, fine dining establishment with indoor and outdoor seating. And for American cuisine and seafood, check out Tall Tales Tavern and Scotty’s Lobster Pound and Meat Market. u Open 7 Days a Week Breakfast Lunch & Dinner • Wednesday Twin Lobster Night • 2 for 1 Thursday Nights with Prime Rib & Fried Clams • Fish Fry Friday Night
• A/C Inside • Dining & Music on our Large Deck • While you are there try one of our specialties:Fresh Seafood, Whole Clams, Mexican, Vegetarian, Hand Cut Steaks, Salads From the Garden • Kids Menu • Award Winning Chili Chowder • Gluten Free Food and Beer • Try One of our Famous Fozen Mudslides from our Full Bar
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It drives my sister crazy that I hike alone. She even gave me a big whistle/compass combo for Christmas one year. Sometimes I remember to take it, but I prefer my smaller compass. Besides, when I’m deep in the woods or atop a mountain, who will hear me whistle? I’m more afraid of people on the street, than what I might encounter in the woods. Don’t get me wrong. I love to hike with a companion. It’s just a different experience to hike alone. Going solo is sacred; it’s quiet and I can hear my own thoughts. Some people are afraid to be alone--even at home. Their TVs, radios and iPods are always blaring. I enjoy my own company and being alone with my thoughts--getting lost in my own little world. Okay, so maybe I’m weird or anti-social. While venturing out, I’ve made discoveries and found incredible vistas. I can stop and go at my own pace. I have more time to study plants, observe the landscape and wonder what happened, watch birds or look for mammal tracks and sign. When I hike alone I am at peace. It’s an exhilarating and powerful experience. All my senses become alert. I notice the holes in trees left by pileated woodpeckers, bark beetles and yellow-bellied sap suckers. I smell the skunky odor of fox urine, dried leaves and the dampness of the forest floor. I hear the caw cawing of the crows, chattering of the squirrels sending out a warning that I am in the area and trees that moan and groan as the wind pushes them around. Even if I don’t have a journal with me, I mentally jot down what I see, smell and hear. And sometimes I’m momentarily frightened. Rattling dried beech or oak leaves stop me in my tracks. A ruffed grouse startles me as much as I startle it. Amazing how a bird that weighs 1 1/2 pounds has such a thunderous and powerful takeoff--sometimes I momentarily mistake it for a moose. As I’ve become more comfortable hiking by myself, nature has opened itself up to me. It allows me to be introspective. And it allows total submersion into the surroundings. When I first started hiking solo I was a little nervous, but now I embrace the opportunity. It’s magical. It’s a chance to be fully present. Here. Now. u
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Explore Maine’s High Peaks! Home to Ten of Maine’s 4,000+ foot Mountains
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INN & RESTAURANT 207-246-2922 • www.thewhitewolfinn.com Very affordable inn rooms • Private Bath • Shower Cable TV • Close to Sugarloaf, Appalachian Trail & Flagstaff Lake • Trialside Snowmobiling & ATVing
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he communities along the Maine High Peaks Scenic Byway of Kingfield, Carrabassett Valley and Stratton-Eustis are home to many shops and restaurants, outdoor adventure service specialists and art galleries, with many more natural assets to explore in the Unorganized Townships along the Byway to the Canadian Border as well. Â The southern Gateway is just below the Village of Kingfield, which is the home of the Stanley Museum and the Ski Museum of Maine. Regional information is available at the High Peaks Information Center, continuing north along the Carrabassett River to Carrabassett Valley adjacent to the airport with Bigelow Range as the backdrop. Maps of the many hiking trails and 200 plus miles of ATV trails throughout the region are among information available at the visitor's center.u
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“It’s all smiles when our family hits the Kennebec! We’ve created a ton of great family memories on this river...” — E. MacKenney
Head North on Route 201 Camping, whitewater paddling, hiking, and ATVing are some of the most popular activities in the Upper Kennebec River Valley
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JACKMAN EVENTS June 14, 2014 Community Flea Market: Sponsored by the Jackman, Moose River Region Chamber of Commerce. The Second Community Flea Market at the Pomerleau Town Park will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Anything goes! June 15, 2014, Father’s Day Horseshoe Tournament: Father’s Day Horseshoe Tournament The Father’s Day Weekend Horseshoe Tournament will start at 1:00 p.m. at the Northland. Sure to entertain! July 4, 2014, Fourth of July Celebration: Don’t miss the 4th of JULY Celebration in JACKMAN! Parade starts at 4:00 p.m. on July 4th (rain date TBD) ~ Parade Start: Forest Hills School ~ Parade End: Jackman Town Office. Details of Events after the parade TBD. Fireworks at Dusk!
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August 2-3, Jackman Alumni Weekend: Forest Hills Alumni Weekend Celebration! August 16, 2014, National Geocaching Day: Celebrate National Geocaching Day in Jackman! Local cache information to be available soon. Call the chamber at 207-668-7621 for more information.
caratunk Whether you enjoy fishing in the spring, whitewater rafting, kayaking, swimming or hiking the nearby AT Trail in the summer, or hunting during the fall, The Sterling Inn is a central place to stay.
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bingham Located near Bingham, Pine Grove Lodge offers clean & comfortable, family-style accommodations in the lodge or in private maine cabin rentals. The peaceful setting is of the mountainous wilderness while still on easily traveled roads. Activities available are fishing, fly fishing lessons, hunting, kayaking, canoeing, wildlife tours, pontoon boat lake cruises. Plus they offer top-quality Registered Maine Guide service.
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HIGHLANDS Mt Katahdin – A Maine Gem
The Penobscot Indian people’s spiritual tradition is that it would be sacrilegious for one of them to climb to the top of Mount Katahdin. They believe that the highest god in their spiritual system, Glukab, sent the angry god, Pamola, to Pamalo Peak for eternity because of his bad deeds. Mount Katahdin remains very special to them. Henry David Thoreau, author and naturalist was drawn to this legendary mountain
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and wrote about it in his books and in letters to friends. In the height of the Great Depression, Governor Percival Baxter began acquiring land that would form his legacy, Baxter State Park. In 1962, this then elderly visionary put the last piece of this wilderness gem in place. Today, Park rangers and staff continue to make this wonderful wilderness preserve a most see spot for your bucket list. u www.activitymaine.com
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LOCAL EVENTS BANGOR REGION: July 4: Independence Day Celebration July 25 - Aug. 3: Maine State Fair August 22-24: American Folk Festival KATAHDIN REGION: July 4: Independence Day Celebration September 12–14: Trails End Festival Contact the Chamber of Commerce at (207) 723-4443 MOOSEHEAD LAKE REGION: June 14: Craft Fair and Moosemania June 29: C.A. Dean Bike & Boat July 4: Independence Day Celebration September 4-7: Intl. Sea Plane Fly-In Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 1-888-876-2778 5 Guest Rooms featuring: Private bath • Air conditioning Ceiling fan • Cable TV with DVD player Wireless Internet Plenty of pillows and towels Also offering catering for your special event: Private dinners, baby & wedding showers, anniversary, birthday, and holiday parties.
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• Property with 77 rooms. Large heated pool, hot tub, exercise, game and play area, free internet WIFI, local calls, cable and business center. • FREE Continental Breakfast. • We are motorcycle and pet friendly • We provide a large free trailer parking area
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the highlands Look up and come to “The County” www.VisitAroostook.com The VisitAroostook.com website provides information on places to visit, where to stay, where to eat, things to do, travel packages, events and much more. Visit the site today to help plan your unforgettable experience in Aroostook County.
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raveling to Aroostook County in the summer and fall provides a wealth of unique experiences. Wonderful allterrain vehicle trails, a number of community festivals, excellent fishing opportunities and for the adventurous, a trip on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway to name only a few.
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300 activities, including more than 100 family reunions, should attract up to 50,000 visitors to the region. FMI: www.cma2014. com.
July 12-20 The Maine Potato Blossom Festiva Aug. 15-17. Potato Feast Days in Houlton. Of interest in August is the World Acadian Congress, being held August 21-24 Crown of Maine Balloon Festival in Presque Isle. in the St. John Valley, northwestern New Brunswick and the Several other communities also have events scheduled for the Témiscouata region of Quebec. The World Acadian Congress summer, check out www.visitaroostook.com for more details. is a major celebration of Acadian culture and history held every five years since 1994. This summer from Aug. 8-24, more than
medway Congratulations to the Gateway Inn on your 19th Anniversary!
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Lennie’s Superette Jaimie & Michelle Wallace
Gas • Beer • Soda • Coffee • Pizza • Subs • Gift Cards Lottery • ATM • Groceries • Worms & Crawlers • Souvenirs
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ince 1969, guests at The Birches Resort & Wilderness Expeditions have experienced the joy of adventurous activities, excellent accommodations and fine dining thanks to the Willard’s family personal involvement in making the legendary Moosehead Lake and Great North Woods that perfect getaway to remember for a lifetime.
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he Moosehead region is steeped in Native American history and culture. The late 19th century saw the rise of tourism with a number of great fishing and hunting camps located around the lake and a fleet of steamboats owned by the Coburn Steamboat Company. The Great Depression followed by WW II ended the “gilded age” of tourism for the area. By the mid -1950s, the legendary Moosehead Lake, which stands as the center piece of this pristine section of Maine, had enjoyed a rebirth as a vacation destination for a new group of young American families. u
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“A lake...is the earth’s eye.” Henry David Thoreau
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or just short of a century, Maynard’s In Maine has provided their guests with outstanding wilderness experiences in addition to excellent bungalow style cabin accommodations and great dining with wholesome fresh farm foods prepared to perfection. The Moosehead area offers outstanding landlocked salmon, trout and togue fishing. Recently, Billy Maynard landed a 29.67 lb togue on Moosehead Lake measuring 41” long. His huge catch beats the old Moosehead Lake record set in 1961 of a 28 pound 12 ounce togue. The area’s large, pristine forests provide excellent cover for deer, bear and small game and make it an outstanding hunting region. Here guests at Maynard’s will find a real pearl in the North Woods. Maynard’s in Maine can be reached for addition information by tel. (207) 534-7703 or 1-888-518-2055 or on the web at : www.maynardsinmaine.com
See it aboard the Katahdin. Katahdin Cruises on Moosehead Lake Sailing late June thru Columbus Day, Closed Sun. & Mon. Tel: (207) 695-2716 Fax: (207) 695-2367 PO Box 1151 Greenville, ME 04441
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or the past two decades, Mike and his staff at Northwoods Outfitters have been helping folks enjoy four seasons of fun and adventure to the fullest. We at Activities Guide of Maine wish you continued success in the years to come.
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the highlands Sabasticook Valley: In the Middle of Everything! Corinna • Detroit • Dexter • Etna • Exeter • Hartland Newport • Palmyra • Pittsfield • Plymouth • St Albans • Stetson
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newport Celebrate Newport’s Bicentennial! From June 30, through July 6, enjoy Newport’s Bicentennial with events including the opening of the Time Capsule, Art and Flower Show, Chili Cook-off, Horseshoe Tournament & BBQ, Carnival, Canoe Race, Fireman’s Muster, Motorcycle & Car Show, and SO much more! Check out www. newportmaine.net for more information!
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bangor Rae Ann Rice, Rae Ann Rice, Home Mortgage Specialist with Regency Mortgage Corporation of Bangor has been assisting folks for nearly a decade through the process of purchasing or refinancing of their home. Her professional expertise, compassion and drive will turn your need into a reality. You can reach her by Tel. (207) 974-8996 or by E-mail:rrice@regencymtg.com.
Congratulations Thistles Restaurant On your 15th Anniversary As Bangor’s Premier International Restaurant! Thistles Restaurant on downtown Exchange Street in the Queen City possess a special ambience that makes it a special place to enjoy fine dining. Live music provides for an even more elegant dining experience at the Rave family owned and operated restaurant. At Thistles you will be introduced to a superb menu of cuisine that is truly global. Chef Alejandro’s culinary talents include the ability to prepare gourmet ethnic dishes from around the world. Great recipes from Latin America, Germany, Italy, Portugal and Spain are all part of his repertoire of culinary delights. An international dining treat awaits all at Thistles.. u
brewer Playland Adventures is the largest family entertainment center in Maine. With over 21,000 sq ft of fun, whether rain or shine, you’re sure to find something to please everyone in the family. From mid June - Labor Day, we have 5 inflatable water slides for kids ages 4-12 and a kiddie pool for those under 4, out Summer Camp 2014 – Too Much Fun Awaits! back of the building. Perfect for those hot days! We also host Nine weeks starting June 23-27 an ending the week of August 18- 23 of fun and excitement. To find out more specifics and registration parties and field trips. u contact us at: www.mainediscoverymuseum.org.
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he Androscoggin, Kennebec and Penobscot Rivers define the cities of central Maine. The twin cities of Lewiston and Auburn are located along the Androscoggin, while Waterville is set on the west bank of the Kennebec River and Bangor is on the Penobscot.
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Within their city limits are walkable downtowns, bird sanctuaries, scenic river paths, summer concerts and theatre, museums, golf courses and a multitude of shops and eateries. There are trails for running, biking and hiking throughout each. These charming cities are home to unique architecture, sites such as the 31-foot statue of the legendary lumberjack, Paul Bunyan, Old Fort Western, which dates to commerce on the Kennebec in 1754, the Bangor State Fair and The Great Falls Balloon Festival Within a short drive, you can be in the Belgrade Lakes Region, Maine’s premier inland resort area. This chain of seven lakes is famous for largemouth and smallmouth bass fishing and was the inspiration for the classic movie, On Golden Pond. Bangor is the gateway to the Maine Highlands, an area that has been preserved to be forever wild. Among its features is Gulf Hagas, known as the “Grand Canyon of the East.” Fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, canoeing, whitewater rafting-you can do it all in central Maine. And also enjoy public suppers, handcraft fairs, music festivals, auctions and bike tours. u Skowhegan State Fair, photo by Kevin Couture www.kevincouturephotography.com
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ocated on the banks of the Kennebec River, Waterville is home to a mix of shops and restaurants as well as two colleges, Thomas College and Colby College. A Main Street Maine community, Waterville takes great pride in its downtown, which is home to seven structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to many shops and one-of-a-kind eateries. Waterville is easily accessed with two exits off Interstate 95 as well as Route 201, which touts a national, historic byway and is part of the Kennebec-Chaudiere Corridor. Visitors to Waterville will enjoy numerous arts and cultural amenities, including the newly renovated Waterville Opera House and Colby College Museum of Art, now the state’s largest art gallery. Waterville hosts a year round calendar of outstanding events, such as the Maine International Film Festival, Waterville Intown ArtsFest, Harvest Fest, Downtown Waterville Farmers’ Market and the Taste of Waterville. This year marks the 22nd Taste of Waterville. Originally, the Taste was an event that recognized the area’s restaurants and gave locals a chance to dine in the streets of downtown. After 22 years, the Taste has turned into an all-day event with something for everyone. The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce took over coordinating the event soon after it started and has continued to ensure the event grows, is successful and properly exhibits what this region has to offer. Running from 11AM-11PM, one can find limitless food choices, children’s activities, vendors, and live music. For more information visit www. tasteofwaterville.com or call the Chamber at (207) 873-3315. Shoppers will find a wide array of products, including upscale women’s clothing, home furnishings, jewelry, Maine-made products, art, toys and books, and much more in the greater Waterville area. Dining options are equally as diverse, offering authentic Lebanese and Mexican cuisines, Asian specialties, eclectic American fare, delicious pub food, barbeque, and fresh seafood, great bagels, sandwiches and coffee. Outdoor enthusiasts will be delighted with the miles of hiking trails located throughout the City and its neighboring communities, including the newly developed Quarry Road Recreation Area and the extensive Kennebec Messalonskee Trail System. The Kennebec River also offers spectacular fishing and boating opportunities. www. waterville-me.gov u
Waterville Area Events Winslow 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Maine International Film Festival: July 11-20 Waterville Intown Arts Fest July 12 22nd Annual Taste of Waterville: August 6 Hearts on Fire Show & Shine Car Show August 10
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Taste of Waterville Join us for the 22nd year at one of Maine’s largest food festivals. With over 30 food vendors, any craving can be satisfied. This day long event caters to the entire family. We hope to see you downtown!
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Beer Garden 5-11PM
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Petting Zoo
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airfield is located in southern Somerset County in the heart of Maine’s Kennebec Valley, and straddling the Waterville and Skowhegan “metropolitan” areas. The town is bound on the East by the historic Kennebec River and to the west by the Belgrade Lakes region. Fairfield is known as an important crossroads and is the point of intersection of two of the largest transportation corridors in the state, U.S. Route 201 and Interstate 95, and home to many thriving businesses, and with 55 square miles also contains large areas of developable land. The town has a substantial urban residential and historic downtown district and several quaint unincorporated villages that contribute to its charm and character. With a community college, regional high school, an easy commute to anywhere in Central Maine, and unrivaled access to outdoor sports and recreation, Fairfield is a great place to call home! Fairfield has some of the best bass fishing in the state and has several large antique shops on Route 201. In 2013 we were awarded “Business Friendly” certification by the state. Come on down and see what we have to offer!! u
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Fairfield Events Friends of the Lawrence Public Library present a Summer Concert Series every year. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music! Hamburgers and hot dogs can be purchased. Here is the line-up for Summer 2013: June 13, Christopher Heard June 20, Music Factory, Country June 27, David Deas & Friends July11, Sonny Perry & Nashville North Band Country & Gospel July 18, Chuck Michaud & Friends July 25, Spare Change Band August 1, Christopher Heard August 8, Sonny Perry & Nashville North Band Country & Gospel August 15, Damascus Road August 22, Mike Rodrigue August 29, Old Blue Cats www.activitymaine.com
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Welcome to the Augusta / Gardiner Area!
History and fun abound in these vibrant Kennebec River communities...there’s something for everyone in the Augusta/ Gardiner area, have fun exploring!
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xtending from Brunswick to Rockland, midcoast Maine offers a quiet, pastoral setting, as well as a rocky, rugged coastline. Scenic bays, craggy peninsulas and sparkling islands, picture-perfect fishing villages, historic forts and lighthouses, seaside resorts and bustling harbor towns all comprise the Midcoast.
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Mount Battie in the Camden Hills. Take an afternoon cruise on a two-masted schooner. Stroll through the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, where there are always interesting textures, shapes and colors to be seen from the many trails.
Life in the Midcoast operates at a slower pace and yet there is so much to do. The sea air will whet your appetite as you realize Fishing and ship building sustained the area for centuries. You this is the way life should be. u can easily delve into Maine’s maritime past that’s enhanced by a visit to the Maine Maritime Museum. Enjoy cool summer breezes and vistas of sparkling blue water as you explore the area by foot, bike or sea kayak. Expect quiet roads, gentle rolling hills and secluded beaches. View a sunrise on Penobscot Bay. Eat fresh eggs from a local farm. Watch bald eagles, ospreys and terns along the coast. Explore the prehistoric oyster shell mounds along river beds. See the harbor seals next to Fort Popham. Browse through an antique shop. Go on a puffin tour, whale watch or sport fishing trip. Purchase art directly from an artisan. Catch a ferry to one of the islands.
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Every spring, the residents of Brunswick eagerly await the opening of Fat Boy Drive-In and every fall they mourn when it closes. Every summer since 1955, Fat Boy has been haunting the grounds for Maine fishermen, Naval aviators, Bowdoin College students and thousands of coastal vacationers. Fat Boy is world famous (it really is!) for its Canadian BLT’s, Maine Lobster Rolls, and 20oz. Thick Western Frappes. Then, of course, there are our Whoper Burgers. When you need service, simply turn on your headlights and one of our friendly waitresses will be happy to serve you. u
Fresh, locally roasted coffee Our own gelato pastries, espresso drinks voted midcoast maine’s best gourmet coffee house free wireless internet 4 Railroad Ave. (by Hannaford) (207) 725-9095 Monday–Saturday 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
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MMM EVENT SCHEDULE: Saturday, August 16: Blacksmith Shop Exhibit Grand Opening, Maine Maritime Museum, Bath FREE ADMISSION all day. The Museum celebrates the addition of the Kenneth D. Kramer Blacksmith Shop Exhibit to the historic Percy & Small Shipyard with a day of events, activities and demonstrations. Saturday-June 28, July 12 & Sept. 12 Friday-Aug. 8 Monday-Aug. 18 Guided kayak tours of Merrymeeting Bay. Fees apply. Threeday advance registration required. Each unique educational 4-hour trip explores a different area and topic of the bay, led by an expert guide and narrated by members of local environmental organizations. Equipment provided (solo or tandem) or bring your own. No experience necessary; disabilities accommodated. Make reservations at www.MaineMaritimeMusem.com
MAINE MARITIME MUSEUM “Right up there with the best I have seen – worldwide.”
—Herman Driesen, Perth, Australia
People from around the world have discovered the unique treasure that is Maine Maritime Museum in Bath. Have you? Life-size sculpture of largest U.S. wooden sailing ship Wyoming One-of-a-kind historic shipyard Daily lighthouse cruises* Daily shipbuilding heritage tours* Indoor galleries & outdoor exhibits Family friendly activities Fishing schooner,* shipbuilder’s Victorian home,* lobstering exhibit, active boat shop, and more n *Seasonal activities io vil a P it 16 ib ust h Ex ug op ing A h S n th pe mi d O s ck n la Gra B Washington Street • Bath, Maine • -- • www.MaineMaritimeMuseum.org
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central & midcoast FIND YOUR WAY TO SEASPRAY! Only one outfitter offers so many ways for you to enjoy the Coast of Maine- Seaspray Kayaking! With two great locations on the water in midcoast Maine and the ability to deliver kayaks, canoes, paddle boards and gear to your location, Seaspray Kayaking is highly recommended as a destination for your summer fun. Within minutes of deciding to explore midcoast Maine, you can be on the water! Owner Scott Shea has a huge fleet of the latest kayaks, including recreational, sit-on tops, expedition sea kayaks, fishing kayaks, doubles, canoes and the fastest growing watersport vessel--the Stand-Up Paddleboard! Guided tours, rentals and instruction are given daily out of their West Bath location. When asked what he anticipated the 2013 season to be like, Scott simply said, “Another fun season of meeting new people, sharing outdoor experiences and creating lasting memories. New this year, we are booking Whitewater Rafting Trips on the Kennebec River and also guiding DownWind Stand-Up Paddleboard Tours. And, of course, selling the best kayaks and stand-up boards available!” Seaspray Kayaking accommodates all who desire to get on the water with gear and lifejackets for infants and even dogs! “There is no excuse,” said Scott. “We have something for everyone: Sunset Paddle & Moonlight Paddles, Kayak & Paddleboard Fishing Trips, Surf Kayaking at Popham Beach, Island-to-Island Overnights, Inn-to-Inn Trips, Private Lobster Bakes on an uninhabited island, Paddleboard Yoga and other classes, plus Birding on the Bay.” Because July and August can be busy, it is best to call Seaspray Kayaking ahead to make reservations at (207) 443-3646 or e-mail them at info@seaspraykayaking.com. u
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Halcyon Yarn
12 School St. Bath, Maine • Open 7 days a week! halcyonyarn.com • 800-341-0282
since 1971
Discover Maine’s best selection of yarns, fibers, classes, books & tools!
Maine’s Fiber Arts Destination
HALCYON YARN CLASSES July 22 & 23, Eco-Printing & Dyeing: Here in Maine we are surrounded by nature and wrapped in textiles. Why not combine the two? In this class you will learn to eco-print cloth by layering prepared linen and/or silk with local plants and flowers. The cloth and plant material are then bundled, tightly bound and steamed. This process creates a permanent design from the transfer of pigments from the plant material to the cloth. No external dyes, pigments, inks or paints are used in eco-printing. All the color and pattern come from the plants themselves! Release extraordinary secrets from these local plants we see every day. Instructor, Amelia Poole • $175.00 August 6, Fun & Fabulous Fiber Art Fair: Meet Maine artisans and shop great gifts!! Two floors of artists offering everything from handmade towels and sweaters to bags, journals, ornaments and sculptures. These handmade treasures offer something for everyone, plus you’ll and meet fiber artists from all over Maine. Wednesday afternoon, at Halcyon Yarn in downtown Bath. Join us - free & open to the public! August 26, Felt Inspirations: Mixea fiber artist Susan Mills leads you step-by-step through the process of wet felting while you create your own unique piece of felt art. Learn to select wool and with soap and water make beautiful, seamless pieces such as handbags, vessels, or even mittens you will be proud to show off to your friends. You will also learn to incorporate found objects into your designs. Beginners are welcome, some experience is helpful. Instructor, Susan Mills • $75.00 September 13, Knit an Alpine Topper: Using the Halcyon Yarn pattern for the Alpine Topper (#2210000P) let Barbara lead you through the knitting of this popular hat. Students should have some experience knitting in the round with both circular and double pointed needles and will learn knitting with two colors in the fair isle technique. Instructor, Barbara McGuiness • $50.00 u www.activitymaine.com
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Celebration of the Arts Georgetown Country Store, Serving the Lobster & Grill best Lobster Rolls in town at
Seafood Baskets • Salad Plates a great price! Crab Rolls • Sandwiches Pizza • Breakfast • Lobster • Steamers Corn • Red Potatoes The Best Homemade Onion Rings Around! Five Island Road Georgetown
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Five Islands Farm Fine Food & Garden Market
Maine Cheese Local Produce Gourmet Food Maine Meats
Fine Wine Craft Beer Garden Accents Gifts & more
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he Island of Georgetown, Maine, is one of the Maine coast’s best-kept secrets. Take a driving tour to discover some of its hidden gems on a day trip or an extended weekend getaway. On Route 127 South, you’ll pass Georgetown Pottery, offering some of Maine’s finest hand-painted porcelain pottery featuring Maine and nautical themes. On your way to Reid State Park, you’ll pass The Mooring B&B, the remodeled former home of Walter Reid, who donated the land for Reid State Park. The inn offers five unique rooms, all with private baths, air conditioning and stunning ocean views. If camping is your style, Sagadahoc Campground is an amazing oceanfront campground where you can enjoy crashing surf, soaring ospreys and the cry of seagulls and rent a clamming rake and dig your clams with a town permit! And what classic Maine town would be complete with out a store with local flavor. The Georgetoen Country Store is a well established modern land mark between the fire station and the new post office.
Celebration of the Arts July 27, 2014, 12 noon to 4 pm The Mooring Bed & Breakfast 132 Seguinland Road (off Rt. 127S, before Reid St. Pk.) Georgetown, Maine 04548 Highlighting the abundance of creativity generated by residents of this island community, painters, printmakers, sculptors, and fine-crafters display, sell, and demonstrate their work while talented musicians entertain with lively tunes. Add free light refreshments, plus a Youth Pavilion, and the exquisite rocky coast location to this free event and you’ve got a totally perfect summer day.
Light/moderate rain will not cancel though heavy rain will. For more information contact the Georgetown Historical Society at They have everything a store should have for locals, tourist, and 207-371-9200 or log onto: the lunch crowd. People rave about the pizza and onion rings www.georgetownhistoricalsociety.org but there is so more delicious foods there and plenty of smiles to go around.
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nown as the “prettiest village in Maine,” Wiscasset was settled in 1663 on the banks of the Sheepscot River. Due to its deep harbor, Wiscasset was once the largest working harbor east of Boston as a bustling shipbuilding center and lumber port. Today, the harbor is home to local fishermen and recreational boaters and the final resting place since 1932 for the four-masted schooners the Hesper and the Luther Little, whose remains are currently being salvaged. Visitors to Wiscasset can stroll the pleasant brick sidewalks and find many antique shops, art galleries, fine stores and restaurants. Other attractions include handsome sea captains’ homes, the Powder House (1812), the Lincoln County Courthouse (1824), Castle Tucker (1807), the old Lincoln County Jail (1809), and the Customs House (1870). If you haven’t seen Wiscasset Village’s wonderful sunken garden opposite the Nickels-Sortwell House—take an extra few minutes and enjoy its beauty. u
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magenta and the subject in the scene will have a purplish cast. You can spend hours fixing the colors in a photo-editing program like Adobe Photoshop, but there is a much simpler and better way that takes less than 10 seconds of your time. Simply set the white balance appropriately in the camera. Find the White Balance button or menu item and look for the icons and plain English descriptions of ‘Sunny,’ ‘Cloudy,’ ‘Florescent,’ ‘Tungsten’ or ‘Incandescent.’ Taking the less than 10 seconds to set the White Balance will greatly improve the colors in your images and save you hours of color correcting later. My recommendation for most all outdoor daytime shooting is to set White Balance to ‘Cloudy’ - even on bright sunny days. Colors will look more natural, sunrises and sunsets will especially look nicer. When shooting after the sunsets try setting the White Balance to Tungsten or Incandescent to capture the true colors of nighttime - this is especially good for fireworks. So practice finding your White Balance menu and learn to easily change it as needed , it is well worth it. Happy Shooting! Mike Leonard is a Maine Photographer who teaches photography and Photoshop classes and can be hired as a photo guide to help you learn and make the most of your camera while on vacation. He can be reached at, mleonard@maine.rr.com. u
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Your passport to deals and ideas for adventures all over Maine! Go to activitymaine.com and click on passport deals for more information, we’ll see you out there!
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Boothbay Harbor An Unforgettable Maine Experience
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Monhegan Island Harbor Tour & Harbor Lights Lighthouse Tour Mackerel Fishing come sail away . . .
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damariscotta Seven rooms of contemporary natural fiber fashions (& jewelry!)
There’s a warm welcome waiting for you ... A truly quaint and beautiful Maine village, Damariscotta is the gateway to the Pemaquid/Bristol peninsula. The area is rich in history; the town’s first recorded deed is dated 1625. In the spring, alewives gather to spawn at the Damariscotta waterfalls. Damariscotta serves as the shopping and financial center for surrounding communities, and is the site of many fine homes. Its attractive Main Street boasts numerous stores, shops and restaurants. The Chapman-Hall House, built in 1754, features an herb garden and rose bushes dating back to the 18th century. Along the edge of the Damariscotta River are some three acres of oyster shells, left in great mounds by Indians during countless ancient summers. Artifacts have been found among the shells to substantiate the theory that this was a popular spot for many different Maine Indian tribes through the centuries. Some of the shell heaps run as deep as 30 feet. The Damariscotta Region offers unrivaled opportunities for all. u
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Store • Gift Shop • Laundry • Rec. Hall • Near Hiking Trails • Fishing Cable TV • 150 Open, Wooded & Riverside Campsites • Full Hook-ups 30 & 50 amp Electric • 15 Pull-Thru Sites • Picnic Tables • Fire Rings Metered Propane • Ice • Fire Wood • Clean Restrooms • Hot Showers
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damariscotta/pemaquid May & October by Reservation
SEA ACRES MOTEL www.seaacrescottages.com
Pool • Jacuzzis • Sauna Rec Hall • Playgrounds Rentals Boats, Canoes and Kayaks Swimming • Fishing Scheduled Summer Activities & Events Store • Snack Bar Rental Cabins & Cottages E,W,S Hookups • WiFi Avail. Locally Owned & Operated
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Quarry House Antiques Charlotte Hollenberg mrantqs@msn.com Old and New Books Furniture • Glass • China Closed Mondays
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ROCKLAND
This happening town is no longer Midcoast Maine’s best-kept secret!
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t 27 years old, Dan Pease started Rock Harbor Restaurant on Main Street in Rockland, Maine with the idea of some day making it a brew pub. After 2 years of growing the restaurant into one of Rockland’s favorite pubs, a brewery in southern Maine decided to close it’s doors. The opportunity to start a brewery presented itself and Dan purchased the equipment and moved it two hours north and installed it at Rock Harbor in July of 2013. After licensing Rock Harbor Brewing Co., the brewing began and by October the first pints were poured. Since October Dan has made three different IPAs, an ESB, Pale Ale and two stouts. His only previous experience in brewing was ten years of home brewing, but through research and experimenting he has been able to create brews that people at Rock Harbor Pub & Brewery are loving. u www.activitymaine.com
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ood Tern Co-op & Cafe is the greater Rockland area hub of organic, local, wholesome foods. We strive to offer the best food for you and yours with a focus on local products from produce, meats, cheese, dairy, Maine produced herbal & vitamin products, organic wines and craft beers. Membership not required. Open to all.
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he North Atlantic Blues Festival is an annual twoday Blues music festival featuring national Blues performers and considered one of the most prestigious on the East Coast. The festival is held at the Public Landing in Rockland, Maine, overlooking the picturesque Rockland Harbor. Some of the top names in blues music have been
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featured at this prestigious East Coast festival. In addition to all day live entertainment, the festival has vendors selling a wide array of food, drinks and crafts. Saturday evening Main Street is closed to traffic for the North Atlantic Blues Festival Club Crawl.
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Area Events June 21, Summer Solstice Street Fair, Main Street Rockland July 12-13, North Atlantic Blues Festival, Harbor Park July 30-August 3, Maine Lobster Festival, Harbor Park, FMI: 1(800)LOB-CLAW August 16-23, Union Fair & Maine Wild Blueberry Festival, Union Fairgrounds
• T-Shirts • Hats • Socks • Carhartt • Buoy Bells
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dventure awaits you aboard the 65’ Schooner Heron. Choose from our Island Sail with Lobster lunch, Afternoon Eco/Wildlife Sail or Sunset Dinner Sail. Each trip takes you on an unforgettable sail among pristine islands of Penobscot Bay. As Heron glides mightily through the water you will experience the amazing coast of Maine with its many lighthouses, working lobster boats, rocky ledges dotted with harbor seals, osprey and eagle soaring overhead, traditional windjammers sailing among spruce studded islands and even harbor porpoise swimming alongside the boat. Whether you like Lobster lunch, Educational Eco-tour or Serene Sunset Dinner, you will love Heron. Mention Activity Maine and get 10% off a sail. u
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Quality construction for commercial and residential customers Dredging • Wharves • Breakwaters Foundation Pilings • Pipe-lines Sewage Out-falls • Barge Crane & Crane Service
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Nine greens on the Camden/Rockport line offering distinctly different tees on front and back nines Cart & Club Rental • Golf Lessons Pro Shop • Practice Range
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roviding year round ferry service to Monhegan for 100 years. During the summer, we offer 3 trips daily, as well as nature cruises where the captain hauls a lobster trap and you can see Puffins on Eastern Egg Rock. Lighthouse cruises, scenic sunset cruises and private charters are also available. u
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elfast features great shopping, entertainment, restaurants, accommodations and easy access from land or sea. The city is surrounded by fine motels, restaurants, shops, parks and galleries. Belfast has become a popular destination for boaters of all kinds. Sit by the harbor, relax and enjoy! Moorings in the magnificent harbor now number more than 200, with room for many more. The parks and shoreline make inviting places for picnics. Catch a movie or visit the music theatre, art fairs, hobby shows and special holiday events. Antique shops and art galleries are filled with one-ofa-kind items and interesting collectibles. Be sure and visit our Historic Downtown Shopping section. You will find merchants willing and ready to courteously serve you and make your shopping experience a pleasant one! u
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Imagine the Possibilities! Become a Registered Maine Guide & Carry on the Heritage! (207) 290-1496
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stockton springs Good Kettle Saturday Night Baked Beans
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1 Bag Navy Beans 4 Strips Bacon or Salt pork 1 Large Vidalia Onion 2 Tbsp Cider Vinegar 1 Tbsp Dry Mustard ¼ Cup Ketchup ¼ Cup Brown Sugar 1/3 Cup Molasses Rinse beans - place in bean pot and cover with water. Let soak until soft but firm. Add balance of ingredients – mix well. Put pot in oven at 350 degrees for 4 hours. Stir frequently and keep beans covered with water.
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searsport The oldest modeling company in the US (1905)
See the finest in Wooden Ship Modeling...right here in Maine! With over 100 ship models on display in our gallery, we bring maritime history alive with exquisitely detailed model ships from the early days of sail to the warriors of WWII and the workhorses of the sea.
Visit our gallery! 160 E. Main Street (Route 1), Searsport ME 04974, 800-448-5567, www.bluejacketinc.com PLUS! Ship model kits and supplies nautical gifts and books Featured on Discovery Channel’s “How It’s Made”
Rocky Ridge Motel Open all year House keeping cottages (some with housekeeping) Units feature connected rooms & free cable Immaculately clean & well-maintained Special rates available • Major credit cards accepted Public beach across highway
622 U.S. Route 1 Stockton Springs, ME 04981 207-576-3456 • 1-800-453-0754
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ne of Maine’s most popular activities is driving the coast in search of lighthouses. Two hundred years ago lighthouses were incredibly important in safely bringing people and goods to Maine from around the world. At that time there were no cars or highways along Maine’s coast and sailors plying through Maine’s 4,000 islands hoped to have one lighthouse in view at all times and preferably two. “Keepers” maintained the lights at all times and used large bells to respond to ships that approached to close. Today, Bar Harbor Whale Watching Company specializes in getting people out to see many of Maine’s offshore most storied lights. Throughout the summer and fall they offer a daily fully narrated Lighthouse and Acadia Park tour in the waters around Mount Desert Island to see five island lighthouses, a life-saving station, and fjord-like Somes Sound. On Saturday, July 26, 2014 they are offering an all-day 15-lighthouse Grand Slam Tour. The trip will run from 9:00AM to 5:00PM and cover over 150 miles aboard the jet-powered catamaran Friendship V. Last year’s tour visited 17 island lighthouses taking in most of the lights between Bar Harbor and Rockland, Maine. Special guest lighthouse historian and author Jeremey D’Entremont will be providing fascinating human stories and history at each light. u
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A Downeast Maine destination not to be missed!
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ne of the best ways to enjoy a day on Mount Desert Island is from a stand up paddle board. Stand up paddle boarding is the perfect activity for families and individuals looking to have some adventurous fun on the water and get a great workout. There are multiple lakes and calm ocean bays that are ideal for either learning to SUP or exploring with a board rental.
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o climb a rock! Explore the beauty of the coast of Maine from a vertical vantage point. If you have never rock climbed, it may be the highlight of your vacation. Here are answers to some common questions. Can I Do It? Can my family do it? Virtually anyone can rock climb. The guides at Acadia Mountain Guides say, “If you can www.activitymaine.com
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Is it safe? Like driving a car, climbing carries some level of risk. Rock climbing is not an extreme sport. Professional guides focus on minimizing your risks and each year thousands of people like you climb safely on the rocks for the first time. Acadia Mountain Guides outfits you with all needed safety gear such as helmets and harnesses, and provides you with expert instruction that guides you every step of the way. Who should I climb with? In Maine, Acadia Mountain Guides has a long history of providing great instruction. They are accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association and the Professional Climbing Instructors Association. Under the same ownership since opening in 1993, AMG is led by internationally licensed IFMGA guide Jon Tierney. Jon is one of 80 US guides to
achieve the IFMGA award, signifying the pinnacle of achievement for guides. The guides who work for Jon say, “He has been at the forefront of guide education for over two decades.” They appreciate his mentorship, attention to detail, and desire to constantly improve the delivery and safety of climbing instruction. You will too. u
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William K. Milliken, Owner/Broker Julie A. Farris, Broker 261 Main St. • P.O. Box 289 • Jonesport, ME 04649 (207) 497-5725 • Fax: (207) 497-2529 www.jonesportrealty.com • jonesportrealty@aol.com
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Congratulations on a Quarter Century of Great Downeast Family Dining!
Ruth & Wimpy’s has become a family dining icon in downeast Maine. Their restaurant’s reputation for serving great food makes it the number one dining choice for locals and brings summer visitors to the area year after year to enjoy a great meal. Thanks for making a downeast dining experience so special.u
June 6: Machia, First Friday Art Reception, 5-8 pm at the Chamber office. June 6: Bar Harbor, First Friday Art Walk. June 7: Machia, Free Outdoor Move: Wizard of Oz-at dusk at the Box Car Box Office (across from Helen’s on Rt. 1) June 14: Machias, Margaretta Day Festival June 21: Machias, Free Outdoor Movie, Frozen, at dusk June 21-22: Bar Harbor, Art In The Park July 1: Canadian Day Celebrations: Campobello Island, St. Stephen & St. Andrews, NB – Canada Day Celebrations July 4: Independence Day is celebrated throughout the Region. For specific event times contact the local Chamber of Commerce. The City of Eastport hosts the largest 4th Celebration in Maine. July 5: Machias, Free Outdoor Movie, Charlotte’s Web July 11-12: Eastport, The British Are Coming-Commemoration of the Capture of Eastport. July 12: Bar Harbor: At the College of the Atlantic, Native American Festival. August 1: Machias, First Friday Art Reception 5-8 pm at the Chamber Office. August 1: Bar Harbor, First Friday Art Walk August 2: Machias, Free Outdoor Move, We Bought A Zoo August 2-3: Perry, Indian Days Celebration at Pleasant Pond August 2-9: Calais International Homecoming Festival August 2-9: St. Stephen, NB, 30th Annual Chocolate Festival August15-17: Machais, 38th Wild Blueberry Festival August 29-31: Eastport, Annual Salmon & Seafood FestivalBirthday Fireworks Celebration September 5-7: Eastport Pirate Festival CONTACT LOCAL CHAMBERS: Bar Harbor Chamber: Tel. 1-800-288-5103 or (207) 288-5103 Blue Hill Chamber: Tel. (207) 374-3242 Calais – St. Croix Valley Chamber: Tel. 1-888-422-3112 or (207) 454-2308 Eastport Chamber: Tel. (207) 853-4644 Machias Bay Chamber: Tel. (207) 255-4402 Ellsworth Chamber: Tel. (207) 667-5584
Lobster, Pasta, Subs, Chicken, Gluten Free Dishes, 40 Plus Beers, Top Shelf Liquors Available and lots more! Inside Dining or enjoy our Deck Seating www.ruthandwimpy@yahoo.com www.wilburthelobster@yahoo.com 5 miles east of ellsworth on route 1, hancock, maine www.activitymaine.com
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The Quoddy Loop Offers An Afforable, Adventurous Three Nation Vacation Experience By: Jim Harnedy
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he Quoddy Loop provides a unique opportunity to visit and enjoy the scenic coastal and island communities of Down East Maine, the home of the Passamaquoddy Nation and the West Fundy Isles of New Brunswick. Adventures abound: nature walks, whale watching cruises, lighthouse and history tours, galleries with paintings, jewelry, pottery and sculpture by fine local artists as well as chance to enjoy a leisurely pace and refresh one’s self.
Station on Campobello Island. Passamaquoddy Bay affords nature lovers the opportunity to be entertained by eagles, porpoises and whales while cruising these pristine waters with their immense tides aboard local charter boats out of Lubec and Eastport. To arrange for an exciting adventure on the bay contact in Lubec: Downeast Charter Boat Tours – downeastcharterboattours.com or tel. (207) 733-2009 - in Eastport: Eastport Windjammers –tel. (207) 853-2500 or Fundy Breeze Charters – tel. (207) 853-4660.
Each of these three communities has its own rich history. It is believed that ancestors of current Passamaquoddy tribal members lived on the Quoddy Loop more than twelve thousand years ago. Ancient art depicting their history and culture is found in three thousand year old petroglyphs carved in rocks at a shorefront site in Machiasport. Machias which was settled in 1763, serves as the shire town for this region. The name Machias is derived from the Native American word, Mechises which means bad little falls or a bad run of water.
Fun activities do not need to be damped by a stormy day. A number of wonderful galleries can be found throughout the area. Several unique museums including Raye’s Old Stone Mustard Mill Museum in Eastport and Ganong Chocolatier Museum in St. Stephen, NB (just across from Calais, Maine) are working institutions that should not be missed on a Quoddy Loop visit.
The Summer of 2014 marks the 50th anniversary of the Roosevelt International Park which lies just across the Roosevelt International Bridge that links Lubec, Maine to Campobello Campobello Island, Deer Island and Grand Manan Island are Island, NB and should be a must stop on all visitors lists of the three Fundy Isles of New Brunswick that lie closest to their activities to do. American neighbors. Ferry services continue to link Lubec, Key events to checkout are: Canadian Day Celebrations –July Eastport, Deer Island, Grand Manan, Campobello Island and St. 1st; Independence Day-July 4th; Annual Chocolate Festival, St. Andrews. A seafaring lifestyle is the strong thread that ties the past Stephen, NB; Indian Days Celebration, Pleasant Point; 38th to the present. Many celebrations, festivals and occupations are Annual Blueberry Festival, Machias; Eastport Annual Salmon dependent on the seas around them. and Seafood Festival & Pirate Festival. (Check our calendar of The Quoddy Loop has a number of light houses providing events for more information). visibility for the mariners plying the local waters but two lights Great dining and accommodations from B&Bs. Inns, Motels are especially well known as attractions for visitors- West Quoddy and Campgrounds make the Quoddy Loop a special choice for Head Light in Lubec and East Quoddy Head Harbour Light your 2014 get away. Be sure and bring your Passport, as both Canadian and U.S. Customs require them.u 88
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Visit the coastal Machias Bay area History Tours, Art Tours, Free Outdoor Movies, Boat Tours and more... Visit us at: www.machiaschamber.org (207) 255-4402 Find us on 11 Main St., Machias, ME 04654
The Citizens of Machias and Machiasport extend a warm invitation to come Come find the atwith Machias Bay: the magic in our people, and Magic celebrate us during our Bicentennial. history and coastline. We’re waiting for you. (Seeour Region’s Calendar of Events for specific celebration dates)
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ust off the beaten path at the foot of the University of Maine at Machias College Hill where Routes 1 and 92 intersect an amazing 11 mile trek steeped in history, culture and exciting natural wonders awaits the adventurous. Route 92 in Machias is Elm Street. The first stop on the trail is at “Bad Little Falls”, located just as one turns onto Route 92. Machias is derived from the Native American word Mechises which means bad little falls or a bad run of water. “Bad Little Falls Park” offers a perfect setting for a picnic and has ample parking for checking out this natural wonder. After savoring the beauty of the falls and the splendid view the park provides, one can walk up Elm Street (Route 92) a little less than .1 of a mile to Avery Street. Turn left down Avery Street to O’Brien Cemetery. The cemetery dates back to Colonial Days. Buried here is Colonel Jerimiah O’Brien who commanded the local patriots in their land and sea resistance to the British Crown. The vastly undermanned and under equipped patriots on their ship Unity were able to capture the British schooner Margaretta in Machias
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Upon leaving the cemetery you can start your drive south on Route 92 and two (2) miles down the road you will cross into the town of Machiasport. At the 3.7mile point of your journey you will find on your right Liberty Hall. It was built in 1873 in a bold Italianate architectural style at a cost of $ 1000.00. Its architect was Andrew Gilson of Machias. The building served as the Machiasport town hall until 2000 and in addition to its purely civic functions served as a community center for theater productions, lectures, festivals and basketball games. The
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acadia & downeast building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Over South on Route 92 approximately one mile, you will find on the past several years this Victorian landmark has undergone a your left Clark Point Road (also known as Birch Point). Down at the waters edge on a ledge has been found the site of ancient major restoration. petroglyphs that were carved into the rocks as long as 3000 years Diagonally across the street from Liberty Hall is the historic ago by members of the Passamaquoddy Tribe. It is believed that Gates House which was built c.1807. The home was purchased ancestors of present day Passamaquoddy people have lived in the by Nathan Gates and his family occupied it for nearly 120 years. region for as many as 12,000 years. These picture rocks tell the Since 1966, it has served as a museum and headquarters for the rich history and culture of the Machiasport Historical Society. In 1975, it was entered on the Passamaquoddy Tribe. National Register of Historic Places. During the summer the museum with its wonderful maritime exhibits is open to the Nine (9) miles south on your adventure, you will see to your left Pettegrow Point Road, as you turn onto Pettegrow Point public. Road you will see an old c.1890 cape and barn. The completely Approximately .2 of a mile south on Route 92 from Liberty Hall finished off cow barn is the home of the Blue Lobster Gallery a and the Gates House on a steep bluff overlooking Machias Bay fine art gallery. is the historic Machiasport Congregational Church. This church was built just two years after incorporation of the town in 1828. Proceeding down Pettegrow Point Road approximately .8 of a The church possesses one of the most picturesque settings of any mile you will come to the Bucks Harbor Public Pier. Here you will have an opportunity to see the Bucks Harbor fleet. church in New England. Fort O’Brien State Park is a must stop on the Down East Heritage Trail. It is just off Route 92 about .2 of a mile south of the Congregational Church. Here you will find a great spot to hike and picnic as well as enjoy a spectacular view of Machias Bay where the first naval battle of the Revolutionary War was successfully fought by a small band of American patriots.
Now its time to go back up Pettegrow Point Road .8 of a mile to the intersection of Route 92 (Port Road) and take a left onto Route 92. You are again heading south and just short of a mile on your left you will find Jasper Beach. Wave polished pebbles of jasper and rhyolite give it a distinctive color. There is only one other jasper beach in the world and it is in Japan. See ‘Trial on page 95
The Blue Lobster Gallery Seascape artist
Jane Diggins Harnedy paintings capturing the spirit of Maine Tides out- Clam away
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Directions: From Route 1 at the University of Maine at Machias, go exactly 9 miles on Route 92 to Pettegrow Point Road in Bucks Harbor. Open Receptions: First Fridays: July – Oct. -3 pm to 7 pm and on Machiasport Celebration Day – July 27th 10 am to 3 pm 2 Pettegrow Point Road Machiasport, ME 04655 207-669-4255 or 207-255-0170 jharnedy@maineline.net
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own East Community is 100% committed to delivering a high level of care, while providing the healthcare services that match the needs of Washington County. Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Thomas Crowe, treats bone and joint problems of the upper and lower extremities. Common conditions he treats include: athletic injuries, fractures, arthritis and cumulative trauma problems such as bursitis, tendonitis, carpal tunnel and other nerve compression syndromes. Commonly performed surgeries are total reconstruction of knee, hip, and shoulder, and many other types of bone and soft tissue procedures. Many orthopedic conditions can be treated non-operatively. Even operative care can be done with less invasive techniques such as arthroscopic surgery. Since arthroscopic surgery incisions are small, the patient benefits by having a faster healing time and less chance of complications such as infection. Dr. Crowe, and Nathan Bouwkamp, NP-C, welcome new patients. Their office is located on the Hospital campus beside the Robertson building. For an appointments, call 255-0404.
lubec Monica’s Chocolates is must stop when in Lubec
Monica’s award winning chocolates are made from the very highest quality ingredients, without the addition of any artificial flavoring or preservatives. They are made of pure love and are something to die for. Her shop also features beautiful Peruvian alpaca sweaters and scarves, as well as jewelry from India and Peru. u
Serving Our Community Down East Community Hospital offers state-of-the art technology and specialty services almost unheard of in a small rural hospital. For more information on these and the many other services we provide, visit our website at Orthopedic www.dech.org or call us at Surgeon at 255-3356.
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Two (2) miles south of Jasper Beach Park on Route 92 is the village of Starboard. Here you will see a fully equipped boat yard, a one-room school that served the community from 1804 to 1938 and a beautiful beach. At low tide you can walk on a sandbar out to the “Point of Maine”. Maine’s Down East Heritage Trail offers an opportunity to not only discover a piece of our American heritage but a time to be renewed in body and spirit by the sights and sounds of the sea around you. u
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Serving Lunch & Dinner • Full Lounge Open Daily May through October Dining on the Wharf Diesel & Gas fuel for pleasure and working crafts on the dock Available for Weddings & Special Parties Robert Del Papa • host/owner 167 Water Street, Eastport, ME 04631 • Tel. (207) 853-4700
The past is alive and well in Eastport
In 1818, when America was a young nation led by its 5th President, James Monroe, Samuel B. Wadsworth, a Portland native and the son of Revolutionary War General Peleg Wadsworth, saw an opportunity to launch a ship chandler business in the busy port city of Eastport. At the time, both the whaling and shipbuilding industries were booming. His entrepreneurship was exactly perfect for the time and he knew that he could meet all his customers’ needs by supplying hardware, harpoons, deadeyes, canvas, alcohol, tobacco and everything else required for rigging, operating and provisioning a ship. While the original business site suffered through several fires and storms, the Groundhog Day Gale of 1976 completely devastated the facility. u
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acadia & downeast Eastport’s Old Stone Mustard Mill Museum Raye’s Mustard Mill is a working museum located on Washington Street in Eastport (America’s eastern-most city). The quaint and authentic mill is North America’s only working traditional stone ground mustard mill. At the turn of the 20th century, J. Wesley Raye started the mill to produce mustard for Maine’s burgeoning sardine industry. Later in the century, when the sardine industry declined, Raye’s Mustard Mill became known for its award-winning gourmet and specialty mustards. This downeast institution has remained in the Raye family for over a century. Currently owned by Kevin and Karen Raye, this family run business remains committed to continuing the traditions of previous generations, while focusing on expanding its national presence in the marketplace. u
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Whale Watching Cruises Join us for a 3-hour Whale Watch on-board the historic schooner ADA C. LORE. Watch for whales, seals, eagles and porpoise as we pass Old Sow Whirlpool and East Quoddy Lighthouse. Pitch in and help hoist the sails or just sit back and enjoy the scenery. It’s truly a memorable experience! We sail 7 days a week, weather permitting. Reservations recommended.
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Summer 2014 Marks the 50th Anniversary of the Roosevelt International Park
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n January 22, 1964, The Roosevelt International Park was established by agreement signed by Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson and U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson. On August 20,1964, the first ladies of the two countries opened the only international park in the world as a unique memorial to the close relationship between the people of the two nations. Both governments wished to honor the role that Franklin Delano Roosevelt had played in their mutual histories, as well as the special relationship that FDR had with his beloved island. While the summer home of the late president remains the centerpiece of the park, beautiful gardens and 2,800 acres of natural beauty complete with scenic vistas, hiking and driving trails provide additional visitor experiences. On January 22, 1964, The Roosevelt International Park was established by agreement signed by Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson and U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson. On August 20,1964, the first ladies of the two countries opened the only international park in the world as a unique memorial to the close relationship between the people of the two nations. Both governments wished to honor the role that Franklin Delano Roosevelt had played in their mutual histories, as well as the special relationship that FDR had with his beloved island. A new paid version of Tea with Eleanor is being introduced. This new tea will allow visitors to make a reservation and will include a book of cookie recipes compiled by Eleanor’s granddaughter. Our 50th Season will feature The Fireside a new dining facility, Open for lunch Monday-Saturday Brunch on Sunday and Dinner Friday and Saturday Evenings. The visitor center offers interpretive displays; a short introductory video and a selection of memorabilia items. Our 50th Season will feature The Fireside a new dining facility, Open for lunch Monday-Saturday Brunch on Sunday and Dinner Friday and Saturday Evenings. u
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• 34-room cottage • Guided tour of grounds • 2800-acre nature park: picnic, hike, drive • Daily 9–5 EDT, May 25–October 14 • FREE Admission
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calais If it’s happening in Calais, it’s happening at the Calais Motor Inn! John & Kristy Marchese, Hosts & Proprietors RV Hookups • Continental Breakfast Fully Licensed Restaurant 70-Unit Motel • AAA approved Free Internet access All major Credit Cards accepted Pets welcome with small charge
663 Main Street, Calais, Maine 04619 207-454-7111 • 1-800-439-5531 • Fax 207-454-8017
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They’re the most amazing animals. And the only way to truly appreciate their size and grace is seeing them up close. Our 130’ jet propelled catamarans provide a smooth, high speed trip with spacious decks, a full galley with bar. Lots of rail space and 360 degree views. The AtlantiCat and the Friendship V give you the ultimate whale watching experience. Whales & Puffins* Cruise
We Follow Whale Sense Guidelines
Lobster & Seals Cruise Baker Island Cruise (guided by Acadia National Park Ranger)
Lighthouses & National Park Tours Bar Harbor Nature Cruise *Live Video Puffin Cam – trips end August 19th
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Historical Lighthouse & National Park Tour
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Enjoy an incredible ride on the jet-powered cat –Bay King III–as we visit 4 or 5 Island Lighthouses. Our professional guides provide full narration and describe Maine’s legendary lighthouses and the brave men and women who maintained them. See Acadia’s most scenic highlights, many coastal mansions, Somes Sound, and abundant wildlife.
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Lobsta Fishing and Seal Watching Aboard the MiSS SAMAnthA Great Fun For All Ages! • • • • •
Learn about Maine’s Fascinating Fishery See how Lobsters go from trap to plate Onboard Touch Tank Excellent Narration Seals and Pups Up-Close
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Thinking Outside Working closely with Sugarloaf, Saddleback, Sunday River and others, UMF developed an exciting Outdoor Recreation Business Administration program and tourism industry – including valuable internship opportunities. • • • • • •
Programs in teacher ed, arts & sciences, pre-professional studies and more Named a Princeton Review “Top Green College” (2013, 2014) Named a Washington Monthly “Best Bang for the Buck” college (2013) Named a USNews “Best College” 16 consecutive years (1998-2013) Named a USNews “Great School - Great Price” (2012, 2013) A small, friendly campus where students are the center of the universe
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