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Welcome to our region! As you look through this guide I trust you will notice that there is a great deal to enjoy in our area and that the space on the map between Belfast to Bangor, Bangor to Ellsworth and back again, has a lot to offer. One of the best things about Maine is the diversity of its small towns from fishing ports to great spots along our rivers and ponds. There is an entrepreneurial spirit here that I have not encountered any other place I have lived. That spirit creates a huge variety of shops and services that are owned and operated by men and women that live, work and care about right here. When you support our local businesses you are supporting the entire community. Every one of these hard working individuals gives time, talent and money to make this area the best place to Eat, Play, Shop and Stay. Make sure you thank them when you walk through their doors and tell them “the Chamber sent you!� The Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the prosperity and quality of life in our area so that the citizens and business community will thrive. One of our many objectives, and part of our strategic plan, is connecting business to community. We have found one of the best ways to achieve this goal is to have a diverse, enthusiastic and involved membership. If you are a business owner, we invite you to join the Chamber and get personally involved in working with us toward achieving our goals and ensuring the continued success of your communities. Wishing you prosperity, Leslie Wombacher Executive Director Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
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Welcome from the Chamber Good to Know Things To Do & See Dine • Bucksport Bay Area Stay • Bucksport Bay Area Shop • Bucksport Bay Area Play • Bucksport Bay Area Fort Knox & Bridge Observatory
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Area Map Services • Bucksport Bay Area Moving Here? Visiting Here? Greater Bucksport Bay Area Calendar of Events Business Directory
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All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or impart without written permission is prohibited. These guides are made possible by the participation of the advertisers. We offer them our thanks and ask you to consider them first when patronizing businesses in Maine. Disclaimer This publication is provided “as is” for informational purposes only. You assume all risks concerning the suitability and accuracy of the information stated or implied within this publication. Although extensive reviews have attempted to ensure the accuracy of this publication, the copyright holder assumes no responsibility for and disclaims all liability for any such inaccuracies, errors or omissions in this publication.
GOOD TO KNOW Emergency Dial 9-1-1
Hospitals
Maine State Police 1-800-432-7381 Hancock County Sheriff’s Dept. 207-667-7575 Waldo County Sheriff’s Dept. 207-338-6786 Bucksport Police Dept. 207-469-7951 Searsport Police Dept. 207-548-2304 Poison Control Center 1-800-442-6305 U.S. Coast Guard 207-596-6667
Blue Hill Memorial Hospital (207) 374-2836 57 Water St, Blue Hill Eastern Maine Medical Center (207) 973-7000 489 State St, Bangor Maine Coast Memorial Hospital (207) 664-5311 50 Union St, Ellsworth Waldo County General Hospital (207) 338-2500 118 Northport Ave, Belfast
Libraries
Playgrounds
Blue Hill Public Library (207) 374-5515 5 Parker Point Rd, Blue Hill Buck Memorial Library (207) 469-2650 47 Main St, Bucksport Carver Memorial Library (207) 548-2303 12 Union St, Searsport Stockton Springs Community Library (207) 567-4147 6 Station St, Stockton Springs
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Ian’s Place Playground, Elm St. Bucksport Moose Point State Park, 310 West Main St., Searsport Mosman Park, Water St. Searsport Water Street Park, End of Water St. Blue Hill Belfast City Park, 208 Northport Ave, Belfast Knowlton Park, State St. Ellsworth
Fort Knox Inn Where your Maine adventure begins.
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THINGS TO DO AND SEE THE BUCKSPORT WATERFRONT
Walk Bucksport’s mile long waterfront walkway. Starting at the Irving gas station on U.S. Route 1, follow the lamp post lined, professionally landscaped brick walkway one mile along the Penobscot River. This is the site of the Bucksport Bay Festival in late July with food, merchant booths, music, entertainment, parade, fireworks, civil war reenactments, kids center and more.
BUCK CEMETARY & LEGEND OF JONATHAN BUCK
Buck Cemetery is located on Main Street, Route 1 in Bucksport. The Buck on the monument refers to Colonel Buck, founder of the town and Revolutionary War hero. A woman, accused of witchcraft and brought before Colonel Buck, was condemned to death and supposedly uttered a curse on him.
BUCKSPORT PUBLIC RECREATION ACTIVITIES
If your preference for recreation is playing outdoor sports, there are tennis and basketball courts for use by the public when not in use for school activities and a public swimming pool. FMI on the municipal pool call 207.469.7316. For younger kids, Ian’s Playground, a public playground on Elm Street, is a perfect spot to vent all that youthful energy!
CRAIG BROOK NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery, on Hatchery Rd. in Orland, was established in 1889 to raise and stock juvenile Atlantic salmon for Maine waters. There are numerous visitor opportunities at Craig Brook including: Boat launch and picnic area on Alamoosook Lake and Craig Pond, Nature trail with interpretive signs, outdoor Atlantic salmon display pool, indoor visitor center, and more. FMI call: 207.469.6701
GREAT POND MOUNTAIN WILDLANDS
Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust acquired the 4,300-acre Great Pond Mountain Wildlands property in East Orland. Welcome uses of the Wildlands include hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, and more. From here you can hike
Great Pond Mountain and have a picnic at the top while you enjoy the view. FMI call: 207.469.6929
WINTERPORT DRAGWAY
Winterport Dragway is an unsanctioned independent 1/8-mile drag strip located west of Winterport and south of Bangor. Food concessions and a fenced playground for the kids are available. FMI call: 207.223.3998. To find the schedule and upcoming events visit their website, www.winterportdragway.com.
REVERSING FALLS
The rare reversing falls is created by the tide funneling into a narrow channel. The water forms a standing wave, up to three feet in height. The falls is safe to run on inner tube, raft, kayak and canoe. The reversing falls is about 3 miles past the village of Blue Hill, turn left off route 172 onto route 175. Proceed for about a mile to a bridge with a rounded concrete arch. Park on either side directly before the bridge and explore.
WILSON MUSEUM
Building on the legacy of its founding family, the Wilson Museum uses its diverse collections and learning experiences to stimulate exploration of the natural history and cultures of the region and the world. The Wilson Museum is located on Perkins Street in Castine and is open May 27 through September 30. FMI call: 207.326.9247
FORT POINT LIGHTHOUSE
Fort Point lighthouse is located off Route 1 in Stockton Springs. The design evokes an 18th century colonial fort and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s located in a state park that includes what remains of Fort Pownall and is the residence of its park ranger. The grounds are open daily from 9 a.m. until sunset.
PENOBSCOT MARINE MUSEUM
The mission of Penobscot Marine Museum is to preserve, interpret and celebrate the maritime culture of the Penobscot Bay Region and beyond through collections, education, and community engagement. Penobscot Marine Museum is located at 40 East Main Street (U.S. Route 1) in Searsport, 207.548.0334 bucksportbaychamber.com
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DINE • BUCKSPORT BAY AREA Hungry? Our area has many options to choose from. Your choices range from Takeout, slow cooked BBQ ribs complete with all the fixings, from the Orland Market to Dennett’s Warf, a waterfront restaurant and oyster bar that promises a whale of a good time. Dinning –in provides not only a great meal but a chance to rest and relax during a busy day. Bucksport and its surrounding communities have some terrific places to do just that. You can choose from a variety of dining experiences or pick up some carry out to enjoy. Breakfast is served and served well, thanks to Island Rise & Shine Restaurant on Verona Island and Just Barb’s in Stockton Springs. Island Rise & Shine has all the classic breakfast fare including their homemade hash and thick Belgium style waffles. Just Barb’s in Stockton Springs also has their homemade hash you should try. If you come back later in the day, order the all you can eat fish and chips, make a point to experience both. Lunch is the perfect time to pull into Carriers Mainely Lobster just off Rt. 1 in Bucksport or The Good Kettle in Stockton Springs. Carrier’s is the spot to sit outside and enjoy a fresh lobster. If you don’t want to wear the bib order a lobster roll, they are delicious. The Good Kettle is a wonderful little place specializing in home style carry-
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out. Fresh local ingredients are what make this eatery a stand out. Gather up your picnic lunch, a bottle of wine and head to your favorite spot outdoors. Just down the road from Carrier’s Mainley Lobster, you will find Crosby’s Drive-In on Rt. 46. Opening in 1940, Crosby’s has stood the test of time. It is no wonder, offering some of the best full bellied fried clams to be found in Maine. BBQ ribs, pizzas and daily homemade specials await you at the Orland Market in Orland. The market can take care of all your needs from food on the go to supplies you might need at camp. Stop in and say Hi. Perfect for lunch and dinner, The Bucksport house of Pizza is what you crave if you are looking for Italian food. Pizza, Pasta, salads and subs make for a happy family. Ming’s Garden in Bucksport specializes in superb cuisine in the Cantonese, Hunan and Szechuan styles. They serve consistently tasty food in generous portions at very reasonable prices. . The Harbor View Grille on Bucksport’s waterfront has great views of Ft. Knox and Bucksport’s harbor. With a full menu of American eatery offerings including an extensive selection of specialty hamburgers, The Harbor View is a true crowd pleaser. MacLeod’s Restaurant in Bucksport has been a landmark restaurant in mid-coast Maine for over three decades. Featuring house aged steaks, fresh seafood and home-
made ravioli, MacLeod’s menu includes seasonal items brought in from local farms. Dennett’s Wharf Restaurant and Oyster Bar is located in the heart of Castine’s maritime waterfront. It is where sailors, islanders and Maine Maritime Academy alumni meet and greet. Both resturants house a full service bar to grab a drink and appetizers, if a full meal is not what you seek. Your meal would not be complete without dessert and a trip to Wahl’s Dairy Port is a must for visitors and local alike. As you can see our area has much to offer the hungry visitor and local alike. When you stop in, make sure to say hello and tell then “The Chamber sent you”.
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STAY • BUCKSPORT BAY AREA “Center of the known Universe’, Bucksport can truly feel that way when you are lucky enough to stay in our area. Our centralized location offers access to countless activities and events. From walking distance to easy day trips, “you can get there from here”. Our area offers comfortable accommodations for all budgets. If you are looking for the personal touch that only a Bed and Breakfast can bring, Williams Pond Lodge and Orland House B&B are what you seek. Tucked in the woods and snug to the shore of pristine Williams Pond you will find the mid-coast’s only eco-friendly, off the grid accommodations. Williams Pond Lodge in Bucksport offers a Maine camp experience without having to ruff it. Owner David Weeda is a true creative, not only will he make you an incredible breakfast, if you are lucky, he will play you a
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tune on his bagpipes. The Orland House Bed and Breakfast looks out over the Narramissic river in the charming village Of Orland. Built in 1820 this Greek revival getaway creates the perfect recipe for romance. The Pentagoet Inn is Castine’s oldest, original “summer hotel” still welcoming guest to Penobscot Bay. This Bed and Breakfast offers guest lodging that overlooks the village and harbor of Castine. What separates this B&B from the rest of the pack is its restaurant and bar on premises. Bucksport Motor Inn, Fort Knox Park Inn and Spring Fountain Motel are all located in Bucksport, making all three exceptionally convenient for any traveler. Camden, Bar Harbor and Deer Isle are all less than an hour away! Fort Knox Park Inn sits on Main St. with rooms that look out over the bay. Bucksport Motor Inn is right on Route
STAY • BUCKSPORT BAY AREA 1 behind Dunkin Donuts and is dog-friendly. Eddie and Val take pride in their Motel and it shows. Spring Fountain Motel is also located on route 1 and is very budget friendly. All three will be glad to welcome you. If you need more space or are planning an extended stay our area has some great summer rental options. The Captain Ginn House in Bucksport, Front Ridge Cabins in Orland, Knoxview House in Bucksport and The River house in Orland all offer rates based on length of stay. The proximity to Bucksport ensures access to any services one needs. Are you looking for a camp ground? We have that too! Balsam Cove campground is located on Toddy Pond in Orland. This beautiful 124 site family campground has all the amenities including Wi-Fi. You might not leave your site with all the things you can do right there. Rental campers and cabins are available. Searsport Shores Ocean Camping Resort offers the ocean at your site and picturesque harbors around every corner. They accommodate both RV camping and tent camping in separate shaded camping sites. At Searsport Shores Ocean campground the fishing is good, the people are friendly, the campfires are crackling and the ocean is inviting. Lodging plays an important part in any vacation plan. Family memories whether
of roasting marshmallows by the campfire, catching your first fish, or watching a magnificent sunrise can all be realized in our corner of vacationland.
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The Bucksport Motor Inn overlooking the Penobscot River is centrally located to some of Maine’s most frequently visited coastal towns and attractions, including the historic Penobscot Narrows Bridge. We are family orientated and dog-friendly. Enjoy your stay with free WIFI, cable, refrigerators and microwaves.
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SHOP • BUCKSPORT BAY AREA While you are driving along Maine’s coast you’ll see countless shops and storefronts. Finding that one special item that comes home with you and becomes an heirloom of that trip takes a keen eye and an open heart. Some shopping is personal, a celebration of your trip and of your friends back home while at other times it’s about necessity and finding what you need as quickly and efficiently as possible. Shop like a local. Use this guide to step into our community with confidence that our local merchants will have what you need even when you didn’t know you needed it. Here is a list to give you a taste for the diversity found around every bend in the road and bay along our coast: Antiques, Arts and Crafts, Bookstores, Convenience Stores, Cookware, Craft Supplies, Farmers’ Market, Farm/Ranch/ Home supply, Fireworks, Flag
Sales, Florist, Framing/Custom & Readymade, Gift Shops, Groceries, Health and Beauty Aids, Ice Cream Stands, Jewelers, Liquor, Beer and Wine Sales, Musicians for Hire, Pet Supplies, Pharmacies, Pool/ Spa Sales and Supplies, Outdoor Power Equipment, Stained Glass Supplies, Toys, Yarn & Knitting Supplies Before you go, please remember to check out our chamber directory located in this guide for the names of the business who support their communities through their investment in the Bucksport Chamber of Commerce.
If you’re hungry and don’t want “typical fast food” stop by or give us a call. You’ll see why we say...“Why cook when we do it all day!”
We make great homemade specials everyday! We use the freshest, best quality ingredients we can get. They are served hot and ready to eat or can be heated later on... Great for lunch or dinner! 10
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BookStacks Bucksport, Maine
580 Castine Rd.(Rt. 175) Orland, Maine 207-598-5741 Open 9-4, 7 days a week Mid May - Mid October
We carry a complete line of antiques and garden items, new and antique. Gas and Oil collectibles. Antique clocks, trellises and house plants. Linens new and antique.
Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Cards & Gifts... ...and Pretty Good Coffee.
Free Wi-Fi 24/7 71 Main Street 207-469-8992
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STUBBORN COW GLASS STAINED GLASS STUDIO
55 Main Street Bucksport, ME 207-433-7505 stubborncowglass.com Stubborn Cow Glass is a full-service studio located on Main Street in Bucksport in the Old Bank building across from Town Hall. We offer stained glass artwork, jewelry, repair services and classes for all levels. bucksportbaychamber.com
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Pottery, Art & Writing Studio
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Classic Car Interiors Customized Sewing Furniture - Boats Specialty Items
purchase pottery, paintings, sculptures and more! enjoy demos, lessons & workshops
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Fine Gifts & Home Decor
Maine Made Castine Candles, Gifts, Home Decor and so much more.
Open 10-5, 7 Days a Week Route 1, Searsport 207-548-6501 www.shopsilkweeds.com
Fresh Homemade Fudge, made right in the shop!
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PLAY • BUCKSPORT BAY AREA The diversity of activities to be found in our region will satisfy every family member. Our area offers many outdoor activities as well as rainy day options. Some so close you might choose to walk to them. Exploring hiking trails, Fort Knox and area lighthouses will keep one busy for days. Whether you are hiking up Blue Hill, Great Pond Mountain or around Silver lake investigating Maine’s natural beauty is only minutes away. Right below Maine street in Bucksport you will find a one mile bricked walking trail that is utilized by local and visitor alike. Bucksport, Searsport and Blue hill have public parks with playground equipment. Just across the river one finds Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory offer a unique chance to both step back in time and look out to the future. The Penobscot Narrows Bridge observatory offers breathtaking 360 degree views 420 feet up and is the only bridge observatory in North America and the tallest such observatory in the world.. Fort Knox brings history to life with civil war reenactments and special activities monthly that run well into the fall. Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery, in East Orland, is a terrific place to explore and learn, offering both indoor and outdoor activities. Other outdoor activities include; CBC Stables’ recreational and rehabilitative horseback riding services and two first class golf courses, Searsport Pines Golf Course and Bucksport Golf Club. Sightseeing on the water is an additional offering, Verona Island Charter Services provides from Bucksport’s harbor. If you are looking for a break from the great outdoors, take in the Wilson Museum in Castine or the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport. Additional cultural activities include events at the Orland Historical
Society and the Bucksport Performing Arts Center. Northeast Historic Film, in Bucksport, is a truly unique place. They operate a three-story vault holding 10 million+ feet of film preserving and sharing northern New England’s moving heritage. Out front they run The Alamo Theatre, bringing us weekend movies ranging from blockbusters to independent films, live entertainment and providing many local organizations a fantastic place to hold an event. Local shops offer a place to wander and make a purchase that supports the local economy. If you still need more to do, Acadia National Park, The Belfast Art scene, The Farnsworth Museum, Bangor and Ellsworth’s shopping Districts and the Deer Isle Peninsula are all with in a 45 minute drive. Perfect for a day trip, then Back to your home away from home, the Bucksport bay area.
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www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org
Penobscot Marine Museum 40 East Main Street, PO Box 498 Searsport, Maine 04974 207-548-2529 bucksportbaychamber.com
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FORT KNOX & BRIDGE OBSERVATORY
Located on the west bank of the Penobscot River in Prospect, Maine, in an area known as the Penobscot Narrows, Fort Knox is one of the best-preserved fortifications on the New England seacoast. The Fort has many architectural features present only to itself, as well as a rich history behind its cannon batteries. Maine was repeatedly involved in northeast border disputes with British Canada, and the area between Castine and the rich lumber city of Bangor was invaded and occupied by the British during the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Despite the Webster-Ashburton Treaty of 1842, Fort Knox was established in 1844 to protect the Penobscot River valley against a possible future British naval incursion. The Fort was designed by Chief Engineer Joseph Totten with a number of other engineers serving as superintendents of construction from 1844 - 1869, among them Isaac Ingalls Stevens and Thomas L. Casey. The Fort was named for Major General Henry Knox, America’s first Secretary of War, who was born in Boston but retired to Thomaston, Maine in 1796. The Fort garrisoned its first troops from 1863 to 1866. These troops were mostly volunteers undergoing training before being sent to their 14
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active posts and included members of the celebrated 20th Maine. Troops were also briefly stationed at the Fort during the Spanish American war in 1898, but never saw military action. Come explore the Fort and discover this treasure of Maine and United States History. Fort Knox is open May 1 - October 31, from 9:00 - sunset. The grounds are open year round for your visiting pleasure. The newly constructed Penobscot Narrows Bridge boasts an observation tower, rising 420’ above sea level, which may only be accessed through the Fort. The observation tower provides a breathtaking view of the Penobscot River Valley, and is the only observatory like it in the Western Hemisphere! A one-minute ride on the fastest elevator in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont will take you to the top of the tallest public bridge-observatory in the world. The beauty of the Penobscot River and surrounding countryside is immediately apparent as the elevator door slides open. Ascend two more levels up to find 360 degrees views, complete with identification panels showing you how to locate nearby mountains, lakes and towns. For more information, visit www.fortknox.maineguide.com
Two Great Attractions at One Site
Penobscot Narrows Observatory & Fort Knox State Historic Site Prospect, Maine Open May 1 through October 31
Ride northern New England’s fastest elevator 420’ feet up for spectacular views of Penobscot Bay and beyond. The Penobscot Narrows Observatory is the tallest bridge observatory open to the public in the world. Also, explore Historic Fort Knox one of the best-preserved 19th Century seacoast fortifications in the country. Located off US Rte. 1 on the way to or from Bar Harbor. Prospect, Maine is located between Belfast, Bangor and Bar Harbor. Website: fortknox.maineguide.com Telephone: 207-469-6553
Friends of Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery EDUCATIONAL MUSEUM DISPLAYS - Live Atlantic Salmon - Walk & Hike trails - Go Swimming & Fishing
- Have a family picnic - Buy a t-shirt & hat - Visit the Atlantic Salmon Museum
COME & EXPLORE THE HATCHERY AND LEARN HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE FRIENDS Open Weekdays 8 AM - 4 PM & Weekends 8 AM - 3 PM 306 Hatchery Road, P.O. Box A, East Orland, ME 207-469-6701 ex.215 • friendsofcraigbrook.org bucksportbaychamber.com
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SERVICES • BUCKSPORT BAY AREA Touring the Maine Coast is a journey. Maine has more coastline than California and it takes some time to view its entirety. Traveling along the coast, Bucksport and our surrounding towns are ideal stopping points during your expedition. Some visitors stay only long enough to regroup and refresh, while others summer here or relocate and take advantage of the many services we have to offer. Available locally you will find: Advertising & Design Services, Assisted Living/ Residential Care, Attorneys-At-Law, Automotive - Sales & Service, Building / Construction & Home Services, Business Services, Catering, Children’s Services, Churches, Cleaning Services, Communications/Publications, Educational Services/Facilities, Financial Services, Fitness Studios, Framers, Funeral Homes, Hair Salons/Bar-
bershop, Health Services, Hospitals, Insurance Agents, Lawn, Garden & Landscaping, Libraries, Pet Services/Supplies, Photographers, Printing Services, Real Estate and a full range of Social Service/Non-Profit/ Public Services. Far too numerous to name individually, we invite you to reference the member directory in this guide. You need it we have it. There’s a good reason Maine is known as “Vacationland.” All the ingredients for the perfect summer vacation are right here, waiting for you to cook up a plan. The saying goes “Maine the way life should be” for many this becomes a reality. Whether you’re vacationing in Maine or moving here, the businesses and organizations in our area will provide valuable services and resources for you.
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MOVING HERE? If you are considering the Bucksport Bay Area as a possible place for relocation, collecting useful local information is essential to making a good decision. When you start looking at small towns as a place to retire or relocate, there are a few things you may want to keep in mind. The appeals of small towns are many. For instance most small towns in Maine are generally quieter, have a good sense of community and community involvement, have less traffic, lower property and sales taxes and the housing costs are much more affordable. It’s beneficial to look for small towns just outside larger metropolitan areas. Located 18 miles from Bangor, Ellsworth, Belfast, Castine and Blue Hill, a Bucksport location touches all of eastern Maine. We are 35 miles to Bar Harbor and 35 miles to Camden, 65 miles to Augusta and 65 miles to Lincoln. Bucksport is “the center of the known universe”. Bucksport is advantageously located within 30 minutes of large, state of the art hospitals, large retailers, chain restaurants, an international airport, state parks, colleges and universities. Close by we have two health clinics, dentists, locally run shops and restaurants, grocery store, drug stores, various services, hiking trails, and many
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other significant amenities. Fifteen lakes and ponds in a 20-mile radius surround us. The beauty, recreational opportunities, and small town warmth make Bucksport and surrounding towns desirable for many looking to relocate. Ask any area resident what it’s like to live here and the answer you’ll get might depend on what part of town they reside in, because there are several very distinct residential locales, each one with a unique character appealing to those that live there. People make their homes all over our area, whether it’s along in-town streets, country roads or State Routes, in the hills, valleys, by the shores, or down long dirt roads in the woods. Because of the geographical size of Bucksport, a lot of homes are miles apart, but regardless of the physical distances there may be between the residents of Bucksport, there is still a strong community spirit that can be felt throughout the town. Neighbors helping neighbors and families doing for families are an important part of what makes living in Bucksport so appealing, and it’s why so many are proud to call Bucksport their home. Life really is good here, and you will find lots of people who will agree.
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For more information or a tour please call 207-323-8232
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Located at the mouth of the Penobscot River, Bucksport is the perfect intersection of history, nature, industry, and culture. A walk along the town’s million-dollar walkway gives visitors a glorious view of the tidal harbor and of Fort Knox, a fully casemated granite fort (circa 1844). Also visible from the walkway is the Penobscot Narrows Bridge & Observatory, an impressive piece of engineering, and a working paper mill with its own biomass generator. At the east end of the walkway, pedestrians can gaze across the river at the spot on Verona Island where Admiral Robert Peary’s ship Roosevelt was built in 1905 for his landmark expeditions toward the North Pole. Those interested in the rich history of the area can visit the Bucksport Historical Society, located along the riverfront walkway. Bucksport’s Main Street boasts its own independent bookseller, Bookstacks, where visitors can grab a cup of coffee and buy new and used books, browse hundreds of magazines, purchase local and national newspapers, and check their e-mail using the free Wi-Fi. Main Street also features its own independent movie theater, The Alamo, supported by Northeast Historic Film, which is headquartered at the same location. From Mid-May through October, you can visit our thriving Farmers’ Market every Thursday from 2pm to 6pm also located on Main Street. A summer jaunt into Bucksport means visitors can enjoy a favorite local treat, an ice cream from Wahl’s Dairy Port, known to locals as “the ice cream parlor.” For those wanting to wet their whistle or grab a bite to eat, several year-round restaurants cater to those seeking everything from fresh seafood to vegetable chow mein. Options include Chinese cuisine, pub-style dining and a family-friendly harbor-side eatery with outdoor seating. An annual Bay Festival draws tens of thousands of visitors to town each summer for food, fun, and fireworks, with other seasonal celebrations including a Halloween-themed Ghostport festival and winterthemed Frost Fest.
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Dozens of miles of hiking trails are available free to the public year-round for hiking, jogging, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, and dogs on leashes are welcome. Within half an hour of downtown Bucksport, there are also 11 lakes and ponds, many of which are open to the public for swimming, fishing, kayaking and boating, as well as sites for camping, hiking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and mountain biking. And for those looking for a break on the long car ride to Bar Harbor or points east along the coast, Bucksport offers two excellent playgrounds within minutes of Main Street. For those wishing to extend their stay, local accommodations include an off-grid lakeside B&B, two motor inns and a Hotel with water views. The Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, located on Main Street, welcomes visitors year-round and includes an information booth that is open 24 hours a day.
Building Healthy Community One Life, One Family At A Time, For 30 Years Dr. Thomas J. Gaffney Psychologist 469-2255 drtomgaffney@gmail.com
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The Town of Orland was incorporated in 1800, formerly known as “Plantation #2” on the east side of the Penobscot River. As of the year 2000, the population was 2,150 people. Orland is home to many local businesses and campgrounds. It is a great place to visit if you enjoy hiking the great outdoors surrounded by spectacular views. Orland River Day is a town celebration held each year on the last Saturday in June (rain or shine) complete with a parade, food, crafts, a “Downeast” raft race and new this year The River Duck Dash! Be on hand to watch 1,000 rubber ducks dash down the Narramissic River.
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The island and community has undergone numerous name changes. The name was changed to Verona (after Verona, Italy) upon its incorporation as a town on February 18, 1861. The town lengthened its name to Verona Island on March 27, 2004. The island was once a shipbuilding village. In 1905 the last vessel was
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built. This was the Roosevelt, which carried Robert Peary from New York to the Arctic in 1908 for his final expedition to the North Pole. The Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory connects Verona Island to Prospect in Waldo County replacing the Waldo-Hancock Bridge, which opened November 16, 1931.
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The most prominent landmark in Prospect is Fort Knox, a large 19th-century fort. It is now a major attraction, as is the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory. Named for Revolutionary War General Henry Knox, construction on the huge fort started in 1844. With its brick arches, underground passages and enormous guns, it was intended to protect Bangor and its important lumber industry from the British. Fort Knox was never completed or needed but construction was finally halted after the Civil War and is now the most popular historic site in Maine. Adjacent to the fort and crossing the river to Bucksport is the beautiful new Penobscot Narrows Bridge, one of only three cable-stayed bridges in the U.S. The Penobscot Bridge site 22
This will be 38th year for this day of celebration. The Orland River day will be held this year June 29, 2013. Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust is a charitable nonprofit organization founded in 1993 to conserve land, water and wildlife habitat for the communities of northwestern Hancock County. GPMCT manages the Wildlands in Orland for wildlife habitat, recreation, education and sustainable forestry. The property is open to the public year-round for a variety of uses. Welcome uses of the Wildlands include hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, and more.
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also is home to the Penobscot Narrows Observatory, the first bridge observation tower in the United States and the tallest public bridge observatory in the world. Fort Knox and the Observatory are worth a long day’s visit any time, and Fort Knox has many special events throughout the year, including psychic and medieval fairs, guided ghost tours, pirate festival, battle reenactments; and the annual, well-known, Halloween scare fest, Fright at the Fort. You will also find Maddie’s Place, a small Downeast store in Prospect. Hot fresh Downeast coffee and breakfast daily, hot and cold sandwiches made to order, daily specials. Take out or eat in at with great local company, HD TV and free WiFi!
STOCKTON SPRINGS The Town of Stockton Springs is a small coastal community in Waldo County Maine. Stockton Springs is located between Belfast and Bucksport on Coastal US 1. It is home to Fort Point State Park, established in 1836. Fort Point State Park encompasses 120 acres of diverse terrain, activities, and habitat all at the mouth of the Penobscot River where you can
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ricultural community with a distinct “multivillage” character. The major transportation link through Orrington is the River Road, most commonly known as US Route 15, which connects to Interstate 395 in Brewer.
SEARSPORT Searsport was on Penobscot Bay, which has been a major influence on the town’s development. Settled in the late 18th Century and incorporated as a town in 1845. It has nearly 10 miles of coastline. During Searsport’s early history, its major industry was shipbuilding and cargo handling. The seaport town was famous for its sea captains in the mid-1800’s and was once home to ten percent of all American deepwater shipmasters. These sea captains traveled the world and brought home their treasures, which are on display at the Penobscot Ma-
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other activities. With its direct water access and public boat ramp, Frankfort has great boating and fishing opportunities. Mount Waldo offers hiking, blueberry picking, and an old granite quarry to explore. Access is on Mount Waldo Road. There are many acres of town-owned forest, and the Frankfort ATV Club maintains good riding trails.
ORRINGTON Incorporated in 1788, the Town of Orrington is located at the southern tip of Penobscot County nestled on the mighty Penobscot River between Brewer and Bucksport. Today Orrington is a predominately rural and ag-
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enjoy the riverside picnic sites, soothing trails, and fishing pier. Sandy Point Beach Park, 100-acre property, on Sandy Point in Stockton Springs offers more than half of a mile of undeveloped sandy beach. Stockton Springs is just south of the impressive Penobscot Narrows Bridge.
FRANKFORT Settled in 1760, Frankfort is the oldest town on the Penobscot River. Sacked by the British during the War of 1812, it later became a major shipbuilding center and had important granite quarries. Located at the confluence of the Penobscot and Marsh Rivers, the town has its own marina and boat launch, a public library, a ball field, and an active recreation department that offers youth soccer, softball and
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rine Museum, the oldest maritime museum in Maine, has something for visitors of all ages. There may be some treasures awaiting you at one of the flea markets or antique dealers that line Rte. 1 from Searsport to Belfast. Off the coast of Searsport is Sears Island, the largest uninhabited island on the East
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Penobscot is a small town, first settled in 1760, with classic rural character and a tiny village area. Its 18.75 miles of shoreline are along the Bagaduce and Penobscot rivers. Some activities Penobscot offers are, leisurely fishing, sightseeing, kayaking and boating. The Conservation Trust and Blue Hill Heritage Trust have acquired lands and access for recreational purposes in various areas of the town. The town supports a K-8 elementary
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The Waldo County town of Winterport is situated on the west bank of the Penobscot River located just 12 miles south from the Town of Bucksport on Route 1A. Winterport retains a 19th century charm that blends well with 20th century conveniences. Winterport Village has a thriving downtown, where people can find restaurants, convenience stores, gift shops and businesses. Newly rebuilt sidewalks encourage people to stroll through the town where they can stop and listen to a concert taking place inside one of the Town’s most historic landmarks the Union Meeting House, built in 1834.
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Visitors can walk the short distance to the Winterport waterfront where boaters and swimmers recreate in the spring, summer, and into the autumn. Older homes, many built for Winterport sea captains, stand along the downtown roadways. Also swing by Winterport Winery to experience Maine made wines, beers and ice cream! The Winterport Dragway is one of two 1/8-mile strips in the State of Maine. There are meets every Sunday from May 1st to mid October. Biker weekend has been held at the Dragway for over ten years the week before 4th of July.
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Modern day Blue Hill is rich with artists and craftsmen and offers great food, gracious lodging, galleries and shops to explore, and a slower pace of life. Blue Hill welcomes visitors and residents alike to hike its mountain, walk its shores and to canoe, kayak and sail its waters.
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school, working farms, a general store, many home-based businesses, several churches and organizations, and a nursing home. Penobscot is friendly mix of generational families, individuals, and families new to the area. Several bed and breakfast establishments provide comfortable, friendly lodging for visitors.
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The Hancock County Agricultural Society, established in 1891, sponsors the annual Blue Hill Fair- “a down to earth country fair”- held Labor Day weekend. This year the fair will be held August 29th - September 2nd, 2013 Blue Hill Mountain overlooks the town, and its pathways are well-used by residents and visitors.
CASTINE Castine, Maine is one of the oldest communities in North America. It has been occupied continuously since the early 1600s as the site of numerous trading posts, forts, missions and permanent settlements of France, Holland, England and colonial America. Before 1613, and during the course of its long history, Castine has also been home to several nations of Native Americans. It is a small coastal village that is approximately 7.9 square miles and is located on a peninsula in the East Penobscot Bay Region. More than 100 historic markers can be found in this town characterized by its 18th century architecture. The year-round population is roughly 1,300 including 700 college
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mer homes, rental cottages and camps Brooksville offers a Farmers’ Market Tuesdays at 9am starting in June through the summer at Buck’s Harbor off Cornfield Hill Rd. Brooksville Historical Society, Brooksville Free Public Library, and Holbrook Island Sanctuary are also some fun attractions in the area. If paddling is your thing–whether canoeing or sea kayaking–you’ll find plenty of paddling spots at Holbrook Island Sanctuary. One of the sanctuary’s more popular sections is at Goose Falls; a reversing falls that attracts canoeists and kayakers.
SEDGEWICK Settled in 1763 and incorporated in 1789, Sedgwick is home to what is arguably one of the most photographed views in the state of Maine. The village of Sedgwick is located on the Blue Hill Peninsula and provides views of mountains and miles of blueberry fields. Caterpillar Hill affords a sweeping vista across blueberry fields to Penobscot Bay and Camden in the west, south to Isle au Haut, and
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students attending Maine Maritime Academy. Visitors can enjoy A Walking Tour of Castine, which outlines fifty historic sites and buildings throughout the town, including three forts occupied during the American Revolution. Castine is home to the renowned Maine Maritime Academy, the dramatic cliffs of Dyces Head Lighthouse, The Wilson Museum, and a variety of art galleries, specialty shops, fine lodging and dining establishments. Visitors can delight in the architecture of a by-gone era along tree-lined streets of lovely historic homes.
BROOKSVILLE Brooksville, Maine is a small coastal town with a laid-back community lifestyle and diverse industries from fishing and plumbing to computer graphics and marketing. First settled in 1777 and incorporated in 1817. The town of Brooksville contains 21,631 acres with more than 50 miles of shoreline. The acreage that makes up Brooksville originally were parts of Castine, Penobscot and Sedgwick. The town of Brooksville was named for Governor Brooks of Massachusetts and incorporated in 1817. Brooksville has both active fishing and farming industries. Historically it has been a desired summer vacation spot having a number of sum-
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east to Jericho Bay. Caterpillar Hill attracts visitors because of the rolling vistas of blueberry land, islands and water bodies. During the fall, the hill explodes with colors of deep blue, burnt orange and red. Sedgwick offers many choices for accommodations and activities. A tour of its many charming galleries and antique shops is a must for any visitor. bucksportbaychamber.com
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS All season: Every Tuesday (June - September) Brooksville Yard Sale Every Thursday (June - October) Bucksport Farmers’’ Market from 2-6 PM
JUNE 15TH, SATURDAY
Bucksport - Chamber hosted local artist show (Edward Des Jardins) Fort Knox - Guided Ghost Tours
20TH, THURSDAY
Brooksville- Grand opening of town landing
24TH, MONDAY
Blue Hill - Flash! n the Pans Annual Festival
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Blue Hill - Art in Bloom - A Festival of Art and Flowers Bucksport - Bucksport Bay Festival Castine – Plein Air Festival (Saturday only)
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1-4 , THURSDAY - SUNDAY
Fort Knox - Shakespeare comes to Fort Knox 6 PM
1OTH, SATURDAY
Orland - Little Miss Orland Pageant
Brooksville - Brooksville Day parade 10 AM
29TH, SATURDAY
15TH, THURSDAY
Orland - Orland River Day/Orland Raft Race Bucksport - River Duck Dash
Stockton Springs - Lobster bake & wine tasting
JULY
Fort Knox - Pirate Festival 10am to 4pm. Guided Ghost Tours
3RD, WENDESDAY
Blue Hill - 23rd Annual Blue Hill Pops Concert - Bagaduce Music Lending Library
6TH, SATURDAY
Fort Knox - Elton John Tribute Band, Yellow Brick Road
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Penobscot - Penobscot Day Parade 10:00am, Yard sale 7AM. Live band 7PM & Fireworks Fort Knox - Scottish Tattoo
20 - 21ST, SATURDAY & SUNDAY Penobscot - Harbor Arts Juried Arts & Crafts Show Fort Knox - Paranormal/Psychic Faire
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17TH, SATURDAY
Blue Hill - 6th Annual Antiques Show
18TH, SUNDAY
Fort Knox - Sail on the Pirate Ship, Must Roos
24TH, SATURDAY
Fort Knox - Moon viewing at Penobscot Narrows Observatory from 8 PM to 10 PM. 6th Maine Battery Cannon Firings
25TH, SUNDAY
Fort Knox - 6th Maine Battery Cannon Firings
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Blue Hill - Annual Blue Hill Fair
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Penobscot - Harbor Arts Juried Arts & Crafts Show
14-15TH, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Fort Knox - 2nd Annual Holistic & Wellness Fair Maine Open Lighthouse Day Saturday Sept. 15th
20TH, FRIDAY
Bucksport - Oktoberfest
21ST, SATURDAY
Fort Knox - Guided Ghost Tours
OCTOBER 5TH, SATURDAY
Fort Knox - Guided Ghost Tours Blue Hill - Annual Foliage Food & Wine Festival
12TH, SATURDAY
Fort Knox - 6th Maine Battery Cannon Firings
18TH, FRIDAY
Fort Knox - Fright at the Fort
19TH, SATURDAY
Bucksport - Ghostport Fort Knox - Fright at the Fort
25-26TH, FRIDAY & SATURDAY Fort Knox - Fright at the Fort
Winterport Winery Winterport, Maine (207) 223-4500
Winterport Winery is located in the historic village of Winterport, not far from Bangor, and offers a selection of award winning fruit wines to complement various cuisines. Sophisticated and supple, our wines both elegantly accompany formal occasions and also stand refreshingly on their own. To expand our beverage offerings to include beer, Penobscot Bay Brewery – our on-site brewing facility was started in 2009 specializing in small batch, handcrafted brews that are fresh, flavorful and fantastic.
Come to sample the flavors and go home with a favorite. The Tasting Room is open Tuesday - Saturday, 11am- 5pm, May through December 279 South Main St. Winterport, ME 04496 winterportwinery.com (207) 223-4500 bucksportbaychamber.com
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MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY Advertising & Design Services
Bucksport Enterprise 469-6722 Discover Maine Magazine 874-7720 Ellsworth American 667-2576 Pottery, Art & Writing Studio, Stockton Springs 567-3928 Send Out Cards, Bucksport 469-6159 Shutter Images, Orland 469-7741 Studio 3, Inc., Ellsworth 667-5351 W2 Creative, LLC, Stockton Springs 567-3500 WERU-Radio Station, East Orland 469-6600
Activities & Attractions
Alamo Theatre, Bucksport 469-0924 Bucks Mills Rod & Gun Club, Bucksport 469-7021 Bucksport Area Cultural Arts Society 469-6474 Bucksport Garden Club 469-1144 Bucksport Golf Club 469-7612 CBC Stables, Winterport and Bucksport 323-0160 Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery, East Orland 469-6701 Fort Knox, Prospect 469-6553 Great Pond Mtn. Conservation Trust, Orland 469-6929 Northeast Historic Film, Bucksport 469-0924 Orland Historical Society 469-3354 Penobscot Marine Museum, Searsport 548-2529 Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory, Prospect 469-6553 Pottery, Art & Writing Studio, Stockton Springs 567-3928 Searsport Pines Golf Course 548-2854 Verona Island Charter Services 469-5024 Wilson Museum, Castine 326-9247
Artists/Fine Art for Sale
Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce 469-6818 D. G. Arts, Bucksport 469-3977 Edward Des Jardins (978) 352-9763 Pottery, Art & Writing Studio, Stockton Springs 567-3928 Shutter Images, Orland 469-7741 Soper Enterprises Oil Painter 469-3996 Sundial Framing & Photography LLC, Bucksport 469-6060
Attorneys-At-Law
Augustine Law Office, Bucksport 902-1187 Fellows, Kee Tymoczko & Pierson, Bucksport 469-7323 Law Office of Roberta S. Kuriloff, Ellsworth 667-3107
Automotive Sales & Service
Eastman’s Garage, Bucksport 469-3001
Building /Construction & Home Services
Allard Electric, Bucksport 469-2472 Arey’s New Road Storage, Penobscot 326-4978 Bangor Natural Gas 941-9595 Berry’s Septic Service, Bucksport 469-7702 Bob Burbank, Sr. Heating & Plumbing, LLC, Bucksport 469-2895 Bucksport Energy, LLC 469-7941 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451
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Chandler’s Cabinet Shop, Orland 469-7985 G. & S. Upholstery, Bucksport 469-7702 Gary’s Fuel Service, Penobscot 326-8808 Lewis & Malm Architects, Bucksport 469-7440 Midnight Oil Burner Service, Bucksport 991-2708 Osborne’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc., Bucksport 469-6225 Rob’s Wood Products, Orland 479-0305 Stubborn Cow Glass, LLC, Bucksport 433-7505 We Store, Inc., Bucksport 469-6867
Waste Disposal/Recycle
Bucksport Solid Waste Facility 469-7496
Water Treatment
Bucksport Waste Water Treatment Facility 469-6288
Business Services
D. G. Arts, Bucksport 469-3977 Maine DECD office of Business Development 624-7457 P. E. Associates, Inc. Mechanical engineers, Winterport 223-8880 Searsport Flags 548-2868 USPS Bucksport 469-3621 Chambers of Commerce Bangor Regional 947-0307 Blue Hill Peninsula 374-3242 Bucksport Bay Area 469-6818 Ellsworth 667-5584
Catering/Cakes
The Good Kettle, Stockton Springs 567-2035 Island Garden Cakes & Catering, Verona Island 469-9979 MacLeod’s Restaurant, Bucksport 469-3963 Orland Market, Orland 469-9999
Children’s Services
Bucksport Area Child Care Center 469-7623 Camp Capella, Deedham 843-5104 CBC Stables, Winterport and Bucksport 323-0160
Churches
Bucksport Bible Church 469-7121 Elm Street Congregational Church, Bucksport 469-3333 Franklin St. United Methodist Church, Bucksport 469-3622 Orland United Methodist Church 469-3714 Stella Maris Parish (St. Vincent’s) 469-3322
Communications
Bucksport Enterprise 469-6722 Discover Maine Magazine 874-7720 Ellsworth American 667-2576 EZ to Use.com 947-3171 WERU-Radio Station, East Orland 469-6600
Dry Cleaning Services
Gold Star Cleaners, Bucksport 469-6804
Educational Services/Facilities
A and J Motorcycle Safety School, Bucksport 567-3752 Bucksport High School 469-6650 Bucksport Middle School 469-6647
MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY G. H. Jewett School, Bucksport 469-6644 Miles Lane Elementary School, Bucksport 469-6666 Pottery, Art & Writing Studio, Stockton Springs 567-3928 Purple Fleece, Stockton Springs 323-1871 RSU 25 Adult Education, Bucksport 469-2129 RSU 25 Bucksport/Orland consolidated schools 469-7311 Stubborn Cow Glass, LLC, Bucksport 433-7505
Financial Services
Bangor Savings Bank, Bucksport 469-5992 Camden National Bank, Bucksport 469-3000 Financial Solutions, Bucksport 469-6352 Foster & Co. LLP, CPA, Bucksport 469-7364 H. & R. Block, Bucksport 469-7330 Laila Mignone, CPA, Bucksport 338-3831 Laura K. Emack CPA, Prospect 567-3437 People’s United Bank, Brewer 989-3532 Seaboard Federal Credit Union, Bucksport 469-6341 Tate-Fitch P.A., Bucksport 469-9988 Tax Preparation by Ralph Gonzales, Orland 469-3230 The First Bank, Bangor 974-5001 The First Bank, Blue Hill 374-3253 The First Bank, Ellsworth 667-5526 TLC Bookkeeping, Bucksport 469-7778
Funeral Homes
Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home, Bucksport 469-3177
Health Services
Ambulance, Fire and Police 911 Brennan Alley & Associates, Bucksport 469-7898 Bucksport Bay Healthy Communities 469-6682 Bucksport Family Medicine 469-6880 Bucksport Fire Dept. 469-7951 Bucksport Police Dept. 469-7951 Bucksport Regional Health Center 469-7371 Camp Capella, Deedham 843-5104 Cancer Support Center of Maine, Bucksport 469-6363 Community Pharmacy, Bucksport 469-7030 Dental Associates, Bucksport 469-6191 DMD Offices of G. Couture, Bucksport 469-2912 Healthy Acadia, Ellsworth 288-5331 Jed Prouty Residential Care Home, Bucksport 902-1220 Tom Gaffney, Psychologist, Bucksport 469-2255 Vancil Vision, Bucksport 469-3022
Healthy & Beauty
Frank’s Barber Shop, Bucksport 469-1054 Yoga with Naomi, Orland 370-9589
Insurance Agents
Bob Hoffmann Insurance & Real Estate, Bucksport 469-7921 Grindle Insurance, Bucksport 469-3623 John R. Crooker Agency, Bucksport 469-3152 Warren Associates Farm Family Insurance, Bucksport 469-7322
Lawn/Garden/Landscaping
Bob’s Small Engine, Bucksport 469-2042
Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451 Granny’s Bloomers Greenhouse, Bucksport 469-3295 LaLonde Lawn Care, Bucksport 469-2155 Penobscot Evergreens, Bucksport 825-8729
Libraries
Buck Memorial Library, Bucksport 469-2650 Stockton Springs Community Library 567-4147
Lodging
Balsam Cove Campground, Orland 469-7771 Bucksport Motor Inn 469-3111 Captain Ginn House, Bucksport 469-7839 Fort Knox Park Inn, Bucksport 469-3113 Front Ridge Cabins, Orland 469-7130 Knoxview House, Bucksport 469-7973 Orland House B&B 469-1144 Pentagoet Inn, Castine 326-8616 Searsport Shores Ocean Camping Resort 548-6059 Spring Fountain Motel, Bucksport 469-3139 The River House, Orland 947-4788 Williams Pond Lodge, Bucksport 460-6064
Manufacturing
Industrial Packing, Inc, Bucksport 469-7361 McKell Foods, Prospect 567-3014 VERSO Paper, Bucksport 469-1700 Webber Tanks, Inc., Bucksport 469-3165
Municipalities
Town of Bucksport 469-7368 Town of Orland 469-3186 Town of Verona Island 469-7965
Pets - Supplies/Services
Bucksport Animal Shelter 469-7951 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451 Forgotten Felines of Maine, Goudlsboro 669-2660 Paws, Wings, & Things Kennel & Pet Sitters, Bucksport 902-1165
Photographers
D. G. Arts, Bucksport 469-3977 Shutter Images, Orland 469-7741 Sundial Framing & Photography LLC, Bucksport 469-6060
Printing Services
Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce 469-6818 D. G. Arts, Bucksport 469-3977
Real Estate
Apartment Rentals, Bucksport 469-2480 Captain Ginn House, Bucksport 469-7839 Century 21, Queen City Real Estate, Bangor 942-4618 Front Ridge Cabins, Orland 469-7130 J & K Austin, Bucksport 469-6199 Jed Prouty Residential Care Home, Bucksport 902-1220 Keene’s Apartments, Bucksport 469-3555 Knoxview Apartments, Bucksport 323-8232 Knoxview House, Bucksport 469-7973 Landmark Property Management, Bucksport 469-2275
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MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY Ocean’s Edge Realty, LLC, Bucksport 469-1046 Paul Dolhancryk Apartments, Bucksport (610) 586-1435 Penobscot Valley Appraisal, Bucksport 469-0838 Terri Hallowell - Commercial Property Rentals 356-0004 The River House, Orland 947-4788 Two Rivers Realty, Bucksport 469-9930 Warren Agency (rental units), Bucksport 567-4036
Rentals
Arey’s New Road Storage, Penobscot 326-4978 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451 We Store, Inc., Bucksport 469-6867
Restaurants
Bucksport House of Pizza 469-7511 Carriers Mainely Lobster, Bucksport 469-1011 Crosby’s Drive In, Bucksport 469-3640 Dennett’s Wharf, Castine waterfront 326-9045 Harbor View Grille, Bucksport waterfront 469-3395 Island Rise & Shine Restaurant, Verona Island 469-1110 Just Barb’s, Stockton Springs 567-3886 MacLeod’s Restaurant, Bucksport 469-3963 Mings Garden, Bucksport 469-5930 Orland Market, Orland 469-9999 The Good Kettle, Stockton Springs 567-2035
Shopping/Retail
B.C. Burke’s Fine Jewelry, Searsport 469-1000 Bob’s Small Engine, Bucksport 469-2042 BookStacks, Bucksport 469-8992 Bucksport Bay Farmers’ Market 469-6818 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451
Carriage Shed Antiques, Orland 469-3354 Central Maine Pyrotechnics, Hallowell 623-9285 Community Pharmacy, Bucksport 469-7030 D. Blodgett Musical Enterprises, Bucksport 469-6529 Fretz Design, Bucksport 469-2700 FT. Knox Gift Shop, Prospect 469-6553 Island Flowers, Verona Island 469-7967 Island Pool & Spa, Verona Island 469-6004 Island Trader Antiques, Verona Island 469-3735 JD’s Island Market, Verona Island 469-6144 Orland Market 469-9999 Pottery, Art & Writing Studio, Stockton Springs 567-3928 Purple Fleece, Stockton Springs 323-1871 Searsport Flags 548-2868 Sheehan’s Florist, Bucksport 469-3999 Shutter Images, Orland 469-7741 Silkweeds, Searsport 548-6501 Stubborn Cow Glass, LLC, Bucksport 433-7505 Sundial Framing & Photography LLC, Bucksport 469-6060 Tozier’s Bucksport Variety 469-2753 Tozier’s Market, Brewer 989-7340 Wahl’s Dairy Port, Bucksport 469-3697 Wicked Good Foods, Portland (603) 234-1567
Social Service/Non-Profit/Public Service
Bucksport Senior Center 469-3632 Friends of Craig Brook 469-7300 Friends of Fort Knox 469-6553 Great Pond Mtn. Conservation Trust 469-6929 Maine Women in Biz, Inc 469-7285 Orland Historical Society 469-3354
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Bucksport Motor Inn Fort Knox Inn Orland House B&B
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Restaurants Bucksport House of Pizza Carrier’s Mainely Lobster HarborView Grille Just Barb’s The Orland Market Wahl’s Dairy Port Winterport Winery
7 6 32 7 10 7 27
Shopping/Retailers Asha Fenn Pottery 12 BookStacks 11 Carriage Shed Antiques 11 Silkweeds 12 Stubborn Cow Glass 11 Sundail Framing & Photography 12
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Attractions
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Friends of Craig Brook Hatchery 15 Penobscot Marine Museum 13 Penobscot Narrows Observatory & Fort Knox Historical Site 15
Services Bob’s Small Engine Camden National Bank Dental Associates Dr. Thomas Gaffney G & S Upholstery John R. Crooker Agency Ocean’s Edge Realty Seaboard FCU Two Rivers Realty
19 19 19 21 20 19 18 18 9
Other Central Maine Pyrotechnics Knoxville Apartments The Bucksport Enterprise
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