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Regional Activities Guide of Maine
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Midcoast ExcursionsSeasons Downeast
Dining & Accommodations
An intimate and exciting way to explore Mainefrom the western borders to the coastal waters
Maine’s Cutting Edge Sport
Find Your Treasure in our Mountains Ride. Race. Rejoice. Maine Ultimate
Outdoor Adventure
ACTIVITIES MAINEGUIDE OF
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Here’s what a few of UMaine’s 97,000 alumni have done:
You’re in a great place
B ecome one of the world’s best-selling authors. Light The Lion King on
Broadway — and win a Tony for it. Work as an engineer at NASA. Be chosen for
Oprah’s Book Club. Play for the New England Patriots. Prevent famine in Asia. Become a
celebrity chef. Save the world — or at the very least, the Himalayas. Publish The Improper Bostonian
and Down East. Cover baseball and hockey for ESPN. Become governor of Maine. Play in
the World Series. Work with the United Nations on human rights issues. Search for a cure for cancer.
Win a Nobel Peace Prize. Coach the U.S. Olympic hockey team. Become one of America’s top innovators. Win
a Pulitzer Prize. Start an advertising firm — after studying engineering. Be a bigwig at the Library of
Congress. Win an Oscar — and be Quentin Tarantino’s right-hand man. Work for Apple. Be named one
of the 10 most powerful women in Washington by Fortune magazine.
What will you do?
www.umaine.edu
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Here’s what a few of UMaine’s 97,000 alumni have done:
You’re in a great place
B ecome one of the world’s best-selling authors. Light The Lion King on
Broadway — and win a Tony for it. Work as an engineer at NASA. Be chosen for
Oprah’s Book Club. Play for the New England Patriots. Prevent famine in Asia. Become a
celebrity chef. Save the world — or at the very least, the Himalayas. Publish The Improper Bostonian
and Down East. Cover baseball and hockey for ESPN. Become governor of Maine. Play in
the World Series. Work with the United Nations on human rights issues. Search for a cure for cancer.
Win a Nobel Peace Prize. Coach the U.S. Olympic hockey team. Become one of America’s top innovators. Win
a Pulitzer Prize. Start an advertising firm — after studying engineering. Be a bigwig at the Library of
Congress. Win an Oscar — and be Quentin Tarantino’s right-hand man. Work for Apple. Be named one
of the 10 most powerful women in Washington by Fortune magazine.
What will you do?
www.umaine.edu
Open year round 7 days a weekHandicap access Bus tours welcome
Lenny is 1,700 pounds of the fi nest chocolate. Come see him in his
natural habitat, enjoy our handmade confections
and ice cream, and watch a video of how Lenny
was created.
Come meet LennyThe World’s Only Life-Size Chocolate Moose!
We’re easy to fi nd… just one mile East of Cabela’s
on Route One
Candymaking excellence since 1926…the best in Chocolate, Taffy, Fudge and Ice Cream
419 US Route One Scarborough, Maine 04074207-883-4897
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Route 1 (980 Portland Road) • Saco, Maine • (207) 282-3112
Hours: 10am–6pmDates: June 26 until Labor DayWeather Permitting
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$3 offFOR everyone in your partyCAN NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER
Biddeford and Portland, Mainewww.une.edu800-477-4UNE
Connections. For Life.At the University of New England, it’s about connecting…
with world-renowned scholars, with nature, with unforgettable adventures, with a community.
Named one of the best regional universities in America by U.S. News & World Report, UNE is a leader in health sciences education, biomedical research, and the liberal arts. Our under-graduate programs provide a challenging liberal arts education with more than 30 majors in a variety of subject areas.
UNE students are passionate about learning and living. Here you’ll find 14 NCAA Division III athletic teams, over 100 clubs and organizations, and access to Maine’s scenic parks, beaches and mountains. UNE’s waterfront campus in Biddeford and historic Portland campus offer an ideal environment for students to make life-changing connections with each other and their professors.
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Route 1 (980 Portland Road) • Saco, Maine • (207) 282-3112
Hours: 10am–6pmDates: June 26 until Labor DayWeather Permitting
check us out on
$3 offFOR everyone in your partyCAN NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER
Biddeford and Portland, Mainewww.une.edu800-477-4UNE
Connections. For Life.At the University of New England, it’s about connecting…
with world-renowned scholars, with nature, with unforgettable adventures, with a community.
Named one of the best regional universities in America by U.S. News & World Report, UNE is a leader in health sciences education, biomedical research, and the liberal arts. Our under-graduate programs provide a challenging liberal arts education with more than 30 majors in a variety of subject areas.
UNE students are passionate about learning and living. Here you’ll find 14 NCAA Division III athletic teams, over 100 clubs and organizations, and access to Maine’s scenic parks, beaches and mountains. UNE’s waterfront campus in Biddeford and historic Portland campus offer an ideal environment for students to make life-changing connections with each other and their professors.
welcome to the guide!
Hello Friends, Welcome to the magazine which has made its home in the beautiful state of Maine for 27 years. Though we’ve lived here for over 40 years, we would like to tell you how happy we are that you are spending time with us. You will find Maine’s people among the friendliest anywhere, the scenery pristine, and the opportunities for enjoying nature and the great outdoors endless. We are sure that you will find while traveling from Kittery to Fort Kent and across all the roads less travelled that Maine truly is the way life should be. Inside these pages you will find a multitude of advertisements. Please read them carefully, each and every one is important. They are the presentations of good people who live and work here. They have something of value to offer you, and
Check out this year’s contest winner on our Contents page!
Co-Publishers Stanley J. Rintz
Stanley J. Rintz Jr.
Senior Editor Jim Harnedy
Photography Mike Leonard Bryan Spivey
Jane Diggins-Harnedy
Production Christina Noonan
Cover Design Jeff Hoffman
& Christina Noonan
Advertising Sales Stanley J. Rintz
Stanley J. Rintz Jr. Jim Harnedy
Ann-Marie Rintz
Members of: Maine Tourism Association
Convention & Visitors Bureau Maine Merchant’s Association
Chambers of Commerce
The Regional Activities Guide of Maine assumes no responsibilities for errors in text or advertiser’s ad copy published. Can not be held responsible for unsolicited material.
Regional Activities Guide of Maine
P.O. Box 503Union, Maine 04862-0503
www.activitymaine.comstan@activitymaine.com
(207) 671-7230
On the cover: Kayaking: Maine Kayak Inc., Penobscot River; Disc Golf: Dragon Disc Golf; Mountain Bikes: Back Country Excursions; Fiddlers: Submitted by Carolyn Mitchell
If you are a visitor or you live in Maine, and you have great activity photos that depict a Maine summer ... send us your images! If chosen, we’ll print your photo in our next Summer 2011 issue, and maybe even use it on the front cover! Email your entries along with a short description of where it was taken to: stan@activitymaine.com. Include your name, hometown and phone number.
Suggestions of outdoor adventure shots where people are having fun are: festivals, water sports, parades, hiking, kayaking, wildlife, competitions or anything that shows how we have fun in Maine with a creative flair. Contest winners will also receive gift certificates from some of our advertisers. Please limit entries to two images please and good luck!
PHOTOCONTEST
Regional Activities Guide
photo by Michael Leonard
photo by Betsy Tietz | tietzmountain.com
they sincerely want the opportunity to meet and serve you. They are our friends and we hope they will become your friends as well ... Enjoy!
—Stan Rintz, Publisher
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features
contents
south coastalGreater Portland & Old Orchard BeachPages 2–22
western lakes & mountainsBethel, Sebago Lake, Naples & Kennebec ValleyPages 23–34
central & midcoastBrunswick to Searsport & the Capitol AreaPages 35–63
acadia & downeastHancock & Washington CountiesPages 64–74
the highlandsBangor & the Katahdin/Moosehead Lake AreaPages 75–79
Seth Merriam, Naples, MaineKiteboarding is one the fastest growing watersports across the globe and Maine has many uncharted waters and wind waiting for discovery.
Photo Contest Winner
Pages 32–33
Pages 36–37
Pages 18–19
Pages 10–11
WHITEWATER
RAFTING
Pages 28–30
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Ice Cream Nights: 7 p.m. Wed. and Thurs. in July and August
The world’s largest collection of trolleys and streetcars. Ride three miles in an authentically restored streetcar. See how your grandparents travelled and learn how trolleys changed the nation.
Open Rain or Shine Weekends: May 2–Oct. 25Daily: Memorial Day to Columbus Day
195 Log Cabin Road, Kennebunkport(207) 967-2800 • www.trolleymuseum.org
kennebunkportSEASHORE TROLLEY MUSEUM - Schedule of EventsCelebrating our 71st Year!
June 20 Father’s Day – Accompanied Fathers FREE
July 3 Founder’s Day – Trolley Parade
July 16 Girl’s Night Out, 5PM
July 11 Moxie Day
July 12, 19 & 26 Story Time, 2:30 PM
JULY & AUGUST Ice Cream Nights, 7pm, $5 each (Wed., Thur. & Fri.)
August 2, 9 & 16 Story Time, 2:30 PM
August 13 Girl’s Night Out
july 2–3 22nd Annual Parade & Sandcastle Contest Enjoy a
parade and band concert with line and square dancing.
area events
old orchard beach
Sandcastle contest on the beach. Fun for the entire family. Ocean Park. 207-934-9068
4 Fireworks in the Square On the beach next to the Pier.
9–11 Annual Greek Heritage Festival Homemade Greek food, pastries, music and dancing. Live band Fri. and Sat. night. St. Demetrios Orthodox Church, Saco. 207-284-5651
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39 West Grand Avenue • Old Orchard Beach • (207) 934-4873
Enjoy music on the patio,
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Old Orchard Beach’sLargest Outdoor Patio
offers a full pub menu as well as family dining on our patio, in our dining room and indoor sports bar, where you can see all the action on our 32 TVs, including new plasmas.
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Apex Beach Rentals • 1 East Grand Ave. • Old Orchard Beach, ME207-899-5001 • ckelley15@hotmail.com
Full Size Gourmet KitchensCable TV/Internet
Central Air ConditioningIndoor PoolFitness Center/SaunaFree ParkingOceanview/Oceanfront Balconies1, 2, 3 Bedroom Units
$2,100 - $3,250/week
Your Best Source for Oceanview and Oceanfront Vacation Rentals at the Grand Victorian
Apex Beach Rentals • 1 East Grand Ave. • Old Orchard Beach, ME207-899-5001 • ckelley15@hotmail.com
Full Size Gourmet KitchensCable TV/Internet
Central Air ConditioningIndoor Pool
Oceanview/Oceanfront Balconies1, 2, 3 Bedroom Units
$2,100 - $3,250/weekwww.apexrentalproperty.com
7-Miles of Perfect BeachFree 100-Page Guide Book 1-800-365-9386
www.OldOrchardBeachMaine.com
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1 Walnut Street | Old Orchard Beach, ME | 04064207.934.7434 | 800.226.3607
17th Annual Car Show • Sept. 17&18
Camp at one of Old Orchard Beach’s premiere parks...experience real camp life close to all the excitement!
An Easy 1/2 Mile Walk to 7 Mile Sandy Beach
Tenting to Full Hook-ups Cable TV & 50 Amp Avail.
Camping amidst acres ofshady pines & apple orchards. (207) 934-2352
Nous Parlons Français
Heated Pool • Snack BarPlayground • Rec Room
www.hidnpines.com
Old Orchard Beach - 7 Mile Sandy Beach.
8/10’s
Mile to
Beach
FreeWiFi
2 Large Jacuzzis • 3 Pools • 18 Hole Mini-Golf • Rec Hall Planned Activities • Shuttle to Beach in Season
Store • Tenting to Full Hook-ups • 50 Amp & Cable TV Available(207) 934- 4733 • www.mainecampgrounds.com
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39 West Grand Avenue • Old Orchard Beach • (207) 934-4873
Enjoy music on the patio,
Enjoy music on the patio,every day and every ev
ening
every day and every evenin
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Old Orchard Beach’sLargest Outdoor Patio
offers a full pub menu as well as family dining on our patio, in our dining room and indoor sports bar, where you can see all the action on our 32 TVs, including new plasmas.
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Catch the Excitement!U.S. Route 1, Saco, Maine
(across from Aquaboggan Water Park)
Open 7 days a weekRods • Reels • Bait • Lures • Rod Rentals
Call us for fishing conditions
(207) 284-4453 • www.sacobaytackle.com
Wondering what to do with the family? You could take ‘em to the movies again. Saco Bay Tackle has a better solution—take ‘em fishing! Save yourself the $10 tickets and $20 snacks, and for half the price of a day at the movies, we’ll set up your whole family with gear that’ll last the whole vacation, if not longer. Come on down to Saco Bay Tackle on Route 1 in Saco across from Aquaboggan Water Park and get set up by our expert fishermen and friendly staff. Just look for the shark in the yellow circle!
Golf at Dunegrass Country Club for as little as $49
(includes cart!)Call (207) 934 - 4513 to schedule your tee time.
www.dunegrass.com
200 Wild Dunes Way, Old Orchard Beach, MELess than 2 miles from the OOB Post Office, Cascade Rd - .95 miles turn left onto Ross Rd - .4 miles turn left onto Wild Dunes Way, Follow to Country Club - .5 miles
WHY EAT AT A TOURIST TRAP When You can Fine Dine for less ...
Fairways Restaurant
For Reservations, please call (207) 934 - 4513
at Dunegrass Country Club
200 Wild Dunes Way, Old Orchard Beach, ME
Two Entrees & a Bottle of Wine
A Dan Maples Design
$3999
.Golf at Dunegrass Country Club
for as little as $49 (includes cart!)
Call (207) 934 - 4513 to schedule your tee time.
www.dunegrass.com
200 Wild Dunes Way, Old Orchard Beach, MELess than 2 miles from the OOB Post Office, Cascade Rd - .95 miles turn left onto Ross Rd - .4 miles turn left onto Wild Dunes Way, Follow to Country Club - .5 miles
WHY EAT AT A TOURIST TRAP When You can Fine Dine for less ...
Fairways Restaurant
For Reservations, please call (207) 934 - 4513
at Dunegrass Country Club
200 Wild Dunes Way, Old Orchard Beach, ME
Two Entrees & a Bottle of Wine
A Dan Maples Design
$3999
.
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Change your life with
Bear Essentials
11 Mill Brook Road, Saco, Me 04072207-294-7412 | www.BearEssentialsFitness.com
Justin WarrenCertified Personal
Trainer, NASM
Nathan WarrenCertified Personal
Trainer, NASM
Matthew ThorneCertified Personal
Trainer, NASM
Individual, Partner and Group TrainingClasses Available
No membership fee. Great for vacationers!
Bear Essentials Fitness stands apart from the average fitness center. We are an independent training facility that allows the client to come into a private location and train one-on-one with passionate, energetic and highly capable trainers. We also offer small group training (up to ten participants) and diverse classes such as yoga and joint mobility, as well as female combat cardio and co-ed boxing/Thai boxing. Our gym requires no membership fee. We feel that in order to help our clients make a lasting change; they need to feel that we the professionals are also invested in their desire to change. Most public facilities will charge a fee only to be disconnected from the member base. We are interested in helping anyone who is ready to improve their health and fitness, and one of the best ways we have found to accomplish this is through developing strong relationships with all of our members. Our gym further stands out from the typical facility. There are no mirrors, no machines, and no cardio equipment. These aren’t necessarily bad, but we feel that too many are allowed to coast through their training, or become hypnotized by what they see or do not see in their reflection. We are concerned with hard work and effort, and the client can expect that every time they walk through the doors. Whether you are on vacation or live in the area, stop in to check out our facility. We offer a dynamic and unique atmosphere unlike any other in the area.
Ken’s Place Famous for Seafoods Since 1927
Fabulous Fried Clams!
Baked & Fried Foods • Children’s Menu • Air ConditionedPine Point Rd. Scarborough, Maine 207 883-6611 • Open thru Oct.
NESTLINGDUCK
Nourish your soul and...
....feather your nt
350 PINE POINT ROAD SCARBOROUGH, MAINE
Fine & Nautical Gifts • Collectibles Handcrafts from Maine
(866) NES-DUCK
362 Pine Point RoadScarborough, ME 04074
(207) 883-6444www.curryagency.com
• Specializing in Pine Point Beach rentals
• Summer and off-season• 7-mile white sandy beach• Great variety of homes
to choose from• Friendly and dependable service
Serving the Pine Point area for over 35 years
scarboroughsaco
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Don’t miss Maine’s fabulous fair season!If you are in Maine this summer, there is always a fair in town! Check the fair dates for one near you. Rides, petting zoos, horse and animal shows, harness racing, exhibit halls where locals show off their prized goods, live entertainment and fireworks!
scarborough
Celebrating our 60th Season! US Rte. 1, Scarborough, or Exit 42, Maine Tpk.207-883-4331 • Online at www.ScarboroughDowns.com
It’s all about
july 1–4 Houlton 8–11 Ossipee Valley 16–18 Waterford
World’s Fair 22–25 Pittston 30–8/8 Bangor 30–8/7 Northern Maine
august 4–7 Monmouth 6–8 Athens 8–14 Topsham 12–21 Skowhegan 21–28 Union 26–29 Piscataquis-Dover
Foxcroft 26–29 Acton 29–9/6 Windsor
september 2–6 Blue Hill 3–6 Springfield 3–6 Harmony 9–12 Clinton Lions 10–12 Litchfield 12–18 Oxford 17–19 New Portland
Lions 19–25 Farmington 24–26 Common Ground 26–10/2 Cumberland
october 3–10 Fryeburg
fair dates
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Bayley’sSince 1915
Lobster PoundLive and Cooked Lobsters • Steamers • Lobster Meat
Lobster Rolls • Fresh Fish • Maine Shrimp • Maine Crab Homemade Chowders and Sandwiches
Lobsters Cooked Free of Charge • Nationwide shipping
Pine Point, Maine | (207) 883-4571 | www.bayleys.com
surfboardswetsuitsbodyboardswater skiswakeboardsskimboardsswimwearsunglassesbeachwear
225 U.S. Route 1 ∙ Oak Hill Plaza ∙ Scarborough, Maine 207-883-2878 ∙ www.arlbergski.com
scarborough
Maine’s largestselection ofnatural andorganic products
Open Daily, 8 am -10 pm2 Somerset St. • Portland • 207-774-7711
Just off I-295, Exit 7, Franklin St.wholefoodsmarket.com/portland-me
portland
At Whole Foods Market, we are passionate about great tasting food and the pleasure of sharing it with others. We carry natural and organic products because we believe that food in its purest state – unadulterated by artificial additives, sweeteners, colorings, and preservatives – is the best tasting and most nutritious food available. We are committed to foods that are fresh, wholesome and safe to eat, and carefully evaluate each and every product that we sell. We seek out and promote organically grown foods, and provide food and nutritional products that support health and well-being.
A rare opportunity is sitting in your hands if you have experience in sales and have a passion for the outdoors. We are rapidly expanding into Maine’s Outdoor Adventure market. Territories are negotiable and positions won’t last. Part or full time, this is a very rewarding endeavor, send resume and cover letter to stan@activitymaine.com
Join our team!
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Hungry? There’s no shortage of dining choices in the Portland area. What would you like? Fresh food that is either steamed, baked, fried, or served cold in a salad. A sizzling steak, a sandwich or a seafood roll to take on a cruise of Casco Bay. Pizza, sushi, organic produce or a beer from a local brewery. You name it, its all right here. Dine in fine style and enjoy watching the waterfront activities, or simply order something to go along with you on your excursion by car, boat or on foot. For the best outdoor dining in town, try Yosaku restaurant!
Voted greater Portland’s Best Sushi Restaurant and Top 40 Best Sushi in New England, at Benkay, skilled chefs prepare over 30 different types of sushi and over 40 types of maki rolls along with many cooked dishes. Each day Chef Ando creates his own menu of specials. Visit them at the corner of India and Commercial streets, or take advantage of their free delivery within their delivery area.
Experience Volcanic Steak & Seafood HibachiEntrees prepared at your table by our IRON CHEFS
Sushi Bar & Japanese Steak HouseFine Japanese & Korean Cuisines
SUSHI BARFreshest Authentic Maine Sushi & Japanese Cuisine
Plus a plentiful variety of poultry & vegetable dishes
29 Exchange St.Portland, Maine 04103
(207) 773-2900
Validated parking at Fore St. garage
FUJI restaurant
portland
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YOSAKU
Japanese cuisine at its best ~ in a relaxing atmosphere.
1 Danforth St. Portland 780-0880
Dine amongst outdoor Japanese gardens and waterfall this summer.
BEST SUSHI AWARD
2004–08Portland’s
Best Guide
portland
871-563692 Commercial Street, Portland, Mainewww.gilbertschowderhouse.com
Voted Maine’s Best Chowder • Rated by the Maine Sunday Telegram
1# People’sChoiceAward
Fresh Maine Seafood • Serving Lunch & DinnerCasual Dining • Full Take-Out
Large outside patio overlooking Portland’s working waterfront
NARA SUSHIJapanese & Korean Cuisine
50 Maine Mall RoadSouth Portland
(207) 772-0006narasushisushi.com
An Original Maine Fish Market
Located on Portland’s Historic Waterfront9 Custom House Wharf, Portland ME 04101
Open Mon–Sat 8:30–5:30 & Sun 9–3
Top-quality fish, seafood and lobsterExperienced shippers—to your home or business via FedEx
A must-see stop in Maine
www.harborfish.com
“in our original home made batter”199 W. Commercial Street Portland, Maine
• Deck & Outside Dining• Hot Dogs & Burgers• Clam Cakes• Crab meat Rolls• Haddock Dinners Home of the 1/4 lb. Lobster Roll!
WATER VIEWS
207-774-2084
BENNY’SFAMOUS FRIED CLAMS
Pay a visit to our NEW Lobster Pound and take
home a live lobster!
945 Center Street, Auburn, ME 042101-800-244-7576
www.rainbowbike.com
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333 Forest Ave.Portland, Me 04101
207-773-6906www.backbaybicycle.com
BIKE SEASON IS HERE!SHOP EARLY FOR THEBEST SPRING DEALS
NEW – USED – REPAIRS – SERVICE
BIKE REPAIR CLASSES AND GROUP RIDES
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BIKE M AIN EIf
you like riding road bikes, then
Central Maine is a great place to
be in the Spring, Summer or Fall.
Do you enjoy long solo rides on
quiet back roads, challenging group rides, maybe
a charity ride or race? No matter what, it’s
happening here in the Lewiston/Auburn area.
If you are spending time in Central Maine and want to
know where to ride, check out the Maine Cycling Club,
based in Auburn, Maine. The club boasts over 150 members
of all ability levels. They are a group of recreational
riders who get together regularly for road biking. New
riders are always welcome to join the fun. Road bikes are
recommended but not absolutely necessary.
Rides start in mid-April and continue into late September.
Weeknight rides leave from Auburn at 6pm most evenings
and there are often weekend destination rides. The club also
sponsors a Road Race weekend, a Time trial, a Cyclo-cross
race along with putting teams together for the Trek Across
Maine in June and the Dempsey Challenge in October.
Check out their website at www.MaineCyclingClub.com
for ride schedules, maps and activities. If you don’t have
access to a computer, call Rainbow Bicycle and Fitness at
207-784-7576 for more information.
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BACK COUNTRY EXCURSIONSIf you’ve ever had the thought of starting your own
business and living your own passion, well Cliff Krolick has
been doing just that! In 1991, he founded one of the first
X-Country commercial mountain biking touring centers in
North America. Going on it’s 20th year, now a true labor of
love, Cliff offers and promises some of the best trail riding
in the eastern USA. He’s hand-built many of the 24 miles of
trails and there’s plenty of terrain for all riding abilities.
Something For EveryoneIf you’re a novice, Cliff has plenty of mountain bike rentals
and offers the most effective instruction that can be
found anywhere. He jokes as the locals know him as the
instructor that teaches the teachers. He’s one of the true
guru’s of the sport and called the saint of singletrack
Choose Your RideBackCountry Excursions is open May thru October, 7 days
per week by reservation.All trails are accessible by guide
only and don’t worry, our guides will only ride at the speed
you’re comfortable with and treat you to trails that are
appropriate to your level. For extended trips BackCountry
Excursions center is located on 8,800 acres and there are
camp sites available right on the trail head with a variety of
packages to choose from.
GORHAM BIKE AND SKIGorham Bike and Ski is Maine’s premier cycling store,
carrying a wide variety of bikes and accessories from the
industries leading brands like Giant, Specialized, and Felt.
No matter your passion in cycling, Gorham Bike and Ski has
all that you need.
Brad’s Island BikesCome to Peaks and take a 4-mile scenic bike route around this picturesque get-a-way. No reservation required and can accommodate families with children of all sizes. Open 10–6 Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Brad’s Island Bikes115 Island Ave., Peaks Island, Me.207-766-5631
Ride the best Singletrack trails in the East. Mountain bikers agree. Back Country Excursion’s adventure lodge and trail center delivers the goods.
Call ahead / by reservation only
207.625.8189
Why go anywhere else?Why go anywhere else?
www.bikebackcountry.com
BIKE M AIN E
(opposite page) photo by Michael Leonard
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Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours has been offering tours of Portland for over 13 years. As a locally owned and operated company, they take pride in showing visitors all that Maine’s largest city has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a city tour, harbor cruise or both, Portland Discovery has it covered! The most popular tour Portland Discovery offers is the Land & Sea Tour. This combo tour is a great way to maximize your day in Portland. For just $33, you’ll get a 90-minute Trolley Tour and a 90-minute Lighthouse Lovers Cruise on Casco Bay. The 2010 season begins May 15th and will continue right through the end of October. In July & August trolley tours run at 9:30, 11:15, 1:00, 2:45, and 4:30. Harbor cruises are offered at 11:30, 1:30, 3:30 and 6:30. Tours will operate daily through October 24th, however the schedule does change a bit after Labor Day. Though not required, reservations are strongly recommended in-season. For those looking for a true “Maine adventure” a trip to Eagle Island may be the answer. This adventure includes a narrated cruise through beautiful Casco Bay, plus an opportunity to explore Eagle Island. While en route to the island, you’ll cruise through scenic back channels and quiet coves, past island cottages and quaint fishing villages. On the island you will have an opportunity to tour the former summer estate of famed arctic explorer, Admiral Robert E. Peary, the 1st man to reach the North Pole.
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Children’s Museum EventsKids’ Activity Day Wednesdays in July: 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 10:30-11:30am Where: Lobsterman Park (corner of Middle & Temple Sts.) For more info: www.portlandmaine.com
PinocchioJuly 22 - August 1 (Thurs-Sun) Where: Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine For more info: www.kitetails.org or 207-828-1234 x231Beauty and the BeastOctober 14-24 (Thurs-Sun) Where: Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine For more info: www.kitetails.org or 207-828-1234 x231
R ide along scenic Casco Bay and the Portland Waterfront aboard a classic two foot gauge train powered by antique
steam and diesel locomotives. Tour our museum and gift shop.
Open daily from 10am–4pm. Trains Hourly 10-4 except 1pm. Walking distance to downtown Portland.
Handicap Accessible. Adults $10 - Seniors $9 - Children 3–12 $6
Children 2 and under FREE!
Visit our web site at MNGRR.org for directions, schedules and special holiday events!
58 Fore Street Portland, Maine 04101 • (207) 828-0814
portland
First Friday Art Walk Join us for a free self-guided tour of local art galleries, art studios, museums, and alternative art venues on the First Friday of every month from 5–8pm.
june 13 37th Annual Old Port Festival Celebrate the
beginning of summer in beautiful downtown Portland with eight music stages, Maine-made arts and crafts, food from local businesses, kid’s activities, and more!
24 Annual Greek Heritage Festival This spectacular three-day Greek Festival is a wonderful family event that each year draws more than 10,000 visitors from around the greater Portland area. Along with the exquisite Greek cuisine, there will be live music and traditional dancing. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Portland
july 4 Fireworks and Celebration! See the greatest display
in the state from the Eastern Prom! Plenty of blanket spaces and food vendors to make a festive evening.
august 7 13th Annual Beach to Beacon 10K Runners of all
abilities from almost every state in the nation ran from the starting line with some of the very best runners from around the world for the 13th TD Bank Beach to Beacon. Crescent Beach to the Portland Head Light.
19–22 MS Regatta Harborfest A four-day festival of sailboats, powerboats, and tugboats—under the banner of the MS Harborfest—and all for the benefit of the Maine Chapter of the National MS Society.
october 21–23 Harvest on the Harbor
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Maine Rebels Train Attack!June 19th, Sept. 4th, Oct. 9th
July 4th Stars & Stripes SpectacularHalloween Trains Oct. 30 & 31 (5,6,7pm)
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Atlantis MassageJennifer Lague
Certified Massage Therapist
Japanese Hot Stones/Deep Tissue
Portland, Maine207.773.3262
cell 207.409.4370atlantismassage@yahoo.com
207.797.7100945 Forest Ave., Portland
Do you enjoy hiking, biking, camping and kayaking? There is an outdoor club for you in Maine. When the Maine Outdoor Adventure Club (MOAC) was founded in 1989, 25 people were at the first meeting. The Club has grown to support over 800 outdoor enthusiasts from Kittery to Fort Kent.
MOAC is an all-volunteer member organization. Members organize and lead all trips and activities from beginner to expert. Our outdoor activities range from peaceful and relaxing to challenging and full of excitement.
MOAC has something to offer everyone. We are a diverse group with members of all ages and experience. If you would like to challenge yourself, share your outdoor skills and meet other outdoor adventurers, then MOAC is the place for you!! Find out more at MOAC.org
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Casco Bay Lines EventsSaturday June 26th, 7:30-10:30 PM
Reggae DJ. Tickets on sale at Casco Bay Lines $18/$20 (includes food).
Friday July 30th, 7:30-10:30 PM Wavelength (Variety). Tickets on sale at Casco Bay Lines $15/$16.
Saturday August 21st, 7:30-10:30 PM Contagious (Rock). Tickets on sale at Casco Bay Lines $12/$14.
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.
Casco Bay Ferry Terminal, Commercial & Franklin Street, Portland. Owned and operated by the Casco Bay Island Transit District.
Go to www.cascobaylines.com for the current schedule. Or call us at 207.774.7871
Catch the next boatout of town.
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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 $35 for adults and $10 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.
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With all there is to do in Freeport, plan to stay two or three days. A variety of overnight accommodations welcome the weary traveler. Choose from homey country inns, charming bed and breakfast, cabins in the woods, motels, and scenic campgrounds. Some of the best things in life are in Freeport, Maine! Points of interest include oceanfront grandeur of Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, Winslow Park with a beach on Casco Bay, and Mast Landing Sanctuary, open daily for nature walks and guided tours; and we can’t forget Maine’s natural phenomenon—the Desert of Maine. Charming South Freeport Village offers a panoramic view of a working harbor, restaurants with great lobster, and scenic ocean cruises. For more historical information, contact the Freeport Historical Society located at 45 Main Street or call (207) 865-3170.
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YOUR IDEAL MAINE VACATION EXPERIENCE—
COME TO FREEPORT, MAINEHome to famous brands, local and national retailers, Freeport offers shopping, dining, 4-star lodging and unique attractions for all seasons. Rich in history, nature, the arts, family activities discover why Freeport is the top destination in Maine by visiting www.FreeportUSA.com
200+Outlets, Shops & Restaurants
Shop, Play, Dine, Stay
HARRASEEKET LUNCH & LOBSTER CO.
Just 3 miles from L.L. Bean on the wharf at the end of Main Street on beautiful South Freeport HarborCome and enjoy fresh seafood
for lunch or dinner11am–8:45pm
Experience the working waterfront from inside the dining room or from our picnic tables under the awning!
(207) 865-4888Home made
desserts too!
May 1st to June 16 8am–7:45pm • Labor Day to end of season 8am–7:45pmLobster Pound Open June 16–Labor Day 8am–8:45pm
Live lobsters packed to travel! 865-3535
A special thanks to:
Delorme Map Store!
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Come experience our new Tasting Bar
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207.865.6962www.desertofmaine.com
Open Early Mayto Mid-October
Tours:9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Store Hours:8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
7 days a week
95 Desert Road, Freeport, Maine 04032Only 2 miles off I-295. Take Exit 20. Turn west to dead end
Camping or RVing? Desert Dunes Campground offers full hook-ups,
laundry facilities, showers, pool & more!
Giant Sand DunesNarrated Coach ToursMarked Nature Trails
Gift ShopPicnic Area
Convenience StoreSand Paintings
1738 Barn MuseumWorld Sand Collections
Visitors find it difficult to imagine among the rolling hills and rambling brooks at the end of Desert Road there is a desert. Once you take your first step through the gift shop’s front door, however, your doubts will vanish as you enter the vast and sandy Desert of Maine. The owners welcome you to a very unusual experience and they will do everything they can to make your visit a pleasant and informative one. In 1797 the Tuttle family moved to the 300 acre farm that once covered the Desert of Maine where they successfully raised crops of potatoes and hay for several years. Failure to rotate crops thereafter, combined with massive land—clearing and overgrazing resulted in severe soil erosion that exposed this hidden desert. As the spreading sand grew uncontrollable, the Tuttles surrendered, leaving the desert to it’s destiny.
Visit the GGM Mining Company sluice for all gem stones and fossils. Every bag guaranteed and seeded for happy rewards. Or, visit our Butterfly Room!
KAYAKS & CANOESFISHING KAYAKS ARE NOW IN!
6 TYPES OF HOBIE PEDAL BOATS AVAILABLEBLEM AND NEW LEFTOVER
BLOW OUT SALERt . 1 • W iscasset • Corner of Rt . 1 & 14 4 • 882-96 4 5 • w w w.wiscasset tradingpost .com
SALES & RENTALSPICK-UP & DELIVERY AVAILABLE!Large Assortment of Accessories!
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LINCOLN OUTDOOR CENTERIn a kayak, you are sitting with your head only a few feet above the water. Your entire view of the water changes. If one of Maine’s countless harbor seals swims nearby, you can look it straight in the eye. You can paddle into the nooks and crannies and literally land on islands that are inaccessible to boats with deeper hulls.
If you are planning on spending a night out, there are few places better than on one of our coastal islands. Imagine paddling a few miles or more, landing on an island and “claiming” a camping spot for yourself. You’ll eat dinner with the sunset and wake up to the first sunrises in the U.S., staring out towards open ocean.
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• Canoe, Kayak, and Paddleboard Rentals
• Daily Guided Tours @ 9 am and 1 pm
• Instructional Classes
• Kayak Fishing• Surf Kayaking• Sunset/Moonlight Paddles• and more ...
Seaspray KayakingYour one-stop paddling shop in midcoast Maine!
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5$ OFFRentals and Guided Tours
Located on the water in West Bath, ME and
Sebasco Harbor Resort, Phippsburg, ME
WE DELIVER! Call Today!
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22 Smelt Brook Road South Freeport, Maine
www.ringsmarineservice.com
SEA KAYAK & CANOE RENTALSSEA KAYAK & CANOE RENTALS
Ring’sMarine Service inc.
207-865-6143207-865-6143
MAINE KAYAK, INC. 113 Huddle Road, New Harbor, ME 04554 | PO Box 674, Unity, ME 04988
Toll Free 1.866.Maine Kayak (1.866.624.6352) | PH 207.948.5194email: info@mainekayak.com | web: www.mainekayak.com
2010 Beginner Whitewater Kayaking Dates
May 29–31; June 19–21; July 10–12; Aug. 7–9; Sept.11–13
2010 Sea Kayaking Two-Day Overnights
$290-$300; Maine Lobster included
Lake, Sea and White Water Trips
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suits your experience level and desire for energy output and adrenaline. They can take beginners out on short tours and multi-day trips and experts out to practice skills in rough waters.
At Lincoln Canoe & Kayak’s Freeport location they manufacture canoes and kayaks and can demo that boat in their on-site pond. It’s also where you can get expert advice on purchasing a boat, paddling accessory, or “water-lifestyle” clothing. A full-service paddling shop for kayakers and canoeists, day-trips and expeditions, rentals, guided tours, etc. LCK’s real interest is helping you get out on the water.
SEASPRAY KAYAKINGMid-Coast Maine is a great place to enjoy the two fastest growing water sports in the country!
Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Kayak Fishing have hit.Mid-Coast Maine! It doesn’t matter if you are thinking about an outdoor activity for yourself, a group or your family; stand up paddle boarding and/or kayak fishing in this area will keep you coming back for more. With a great mixture of protected rivers, inlets and bays; the opportunities to explore by kayak and/or paddleboard are endless. Fishermen looking for salt water stripers and mackerel will usually have lots of action on the New Meadows River in Brunswick, Royal River in Yarmouth and Haraseeket River in Freeport. All are protected rivers that are also perfect for learning paddle boarding skills.
For the extreme adventure paddler, Popham Beach in Phippsburg offers some nice surf for paddleboards and fishing, while the Sheepscot River, in Wiscasset offers a little more current, as well as a class III tidal drop to play in. If you have any questions, feel free to contact local outfitter, Seaspray Kayaking, in West Bath, whose professional staff will be happy to assist you with tips and safety instruction, as well as provide you with all the necessary equipment to have fun!
July 3rd Sheepscot River Canoe and Kayak Race, Wiscasset, Maine FMI call (207) 443-3646 (207) 443-3646
July 16-17 5th Maine Kayak Fishing Tournament. West Bath, Maine. Hosted by Seaspray Kayaking. FMI check www.MaineKayakFishing.com or call (207) 751-3450 (207) 751-3450
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Sail Freeport
SailFreeport.com | 207.232.1751
See Casco Bay aboard Nimbus, a classic 37 foot wooden sloop. Choose from scheduled tours or charter by the hour, half-day, or full day. Let us customize your sailing adventure. See website or call for more information.
Morning Summer CampsMonday–Thursday 10am–Noon for 2–6 year olds
Drop-in hours • Friday night Dinner and Art • Birthday parties
15 School Street • Freeport, ME 04032art@smudge4kids.com • www.smudge4kids.com
june 18 Freeport Art Walk Enjoy a celebration of the arts on
the third Friday of every month from June through December. Featuring artist’s work in a variety of local art galleries, showrooms and retail businesses. Some stay open until late evening.
july 16 Freeport Art Walk and Midnight Madness
During these nights more than 30 retail stores will stay open until Midnight.
august 20 Freeport Art Walk and Midnight Madness
september 18 Fall in Village Art and Music Festival This year we will
host the event with visual art and music. Saturday we will host a “Live Art” experience—artists will select their object/ area of choice and paint it during the day—it will later be auctioned during our evening event. Activity tent, art demos and a silent and live auction.
18 Lobsterman Triathlon One of the most popular destination races in New England, and US. Ranked as a Top Race in America by Inside Triathlon. A truly amazing Maine experience. Winslow Park. 9:30am
area eventsATLANTIC SEAL CRUISES
To Admiral Peary’s Eagle Island
www.atlanticsealcruises.com
TWO Sightseeing Adventures!Eagle Island Adventure Visit fascinating museum home of Admiral Peary, the first man to reach the North Pole. Explore the woods island trails, beach comb and watch for seals at Casco Bay’s seal resting areas. 3-hour tour includes lobstering demonstration except Sundays. Departs from 2 locations:
Departure times are the same for BOTH locationsAM - 9:30, return 12:30 / PM - 1:30, return 4:00
Seguin Light House Cruise Thursdays in July and August Departs 10am returns 4pm Guest will enjoy a 1 3/4 hour coastal cruise to the island with seal watching and island sight seeing. A 2-hour stop at Seguin Island to see Maine’s only first order Fresnel lens—the largest on the coast and a museum tour conducted by the friends of Seguin.
Freeport Town WharfMon., Wed., Sat. & Sun.
Cooks Lobster House on Bailey Island - Tues. & Fri.
Call for reservations today! 207-865-6112 Call for reservations today! 207-865-6112
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yarmouth
freeport
photo by Joyce Corey-Love GO WHERE THE LOCALS GO!
Exit 17 off I-295, head North 1/2 mile to 1269 Route 1, Yarmouth, Maine
Lobster Pound(207) 846-5871
Take-Out(207) 846-3436
SERVING LOBSTER DINNERSLive or Cooked Lobsters
Packed to TravelLobster Rolls • Crabmeat Rolls
Steamers • Fried Clams • Fish & ChipsMaine Shrimp • Crab Cakes... and more!
dayscrabmeatandlobster.com
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Fantastic dining choices of Seafood, Chicken, Steak, and more!Come visit our lounge for music, darts, and games!
750 Roosevelt Trail, Windham, Maine (207) 892-2299
Daily Happy Hour Specials 3–6 p.m.
Come to The Landing Restaurant for Co-Ed Karaoke every other Thursday, and live music on alternating Thursdays!
Check out our sunny, spacious outdoor patio.
The Sebago Lakes Regionwww.SebagoLakesChamber.com
VACATION RX: Sit awhile, stay awhile, play awhile, relax. Repeat.
FREE AREA GUIDE
Call 207-892-8265
108 Tandberg Trail • Windham, ME
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Voted Maine’s Best Chowder • Rated by the Maine Sunday Telegram
1# People’sChoiceAward
Fresh Maine Seafood • Serving Lunch & DinnerCasual Dining • Steaks & Ribs • Full Take-Out
Large Outside Patio • Private 1st floor function room
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Lee’s Family Trailer Sales & Service480 Roosevelt Trail, Route 302 • Windham, ME 04062
800-640-9276 • 207-892-8308 • www.leesfamilytrailer.com
Summer HoursMonday–Friday: 8am–5pm
Saturday: 8am–4pmSunday: 11am–4pm
Friendliest staff in the industry with over 150 years of combined service.• 13,000 items in our retail store• Over 200 new and used RVs
on display• Trade-ins welcome• We deliver and set up
seasonal sites• We work on livestock trailers,
equipment trailers, cargo trailers and much more
Sebago Lake Lodge & CottagesPO Box 480 • Windham ME 04062
207-892-2698 • www.sebagolakelodge.com
• Four-season lakeside accommodations (extended stay in winter)
• Rooms equipped with kitchenettes, screened-in porches
• Charming lakefront cottages with full kitchen and bathroom
• Complimentary 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 RoadStandish ME 04084
june 19 Windham Summerfest Parade, food vendors, business expo, helicopter rides,
kids’ activities, frog jumping contest (bring your own frog), fireman’s extrication challenge, yard sale, antique cars, crafters, softball game, five local bands and fireworks at dusk. Windham High School, 10 am. www.windhamsummerfest.com
19 4th Annual Maine Blues Festival Live bands at many venues around town; artisans and food vendors on the Causeway and Village Green. Advance tickets $10; event day $15. Naples. www.mainebluesfestival.com
july 4 4th of July parade & fireworks Naples & Limington. 10 Casco Church Flea Market & Lawn Sale 16–17 Town of Sebago Days Enjoy a chicken and lobster bake and yard sales.22–25 Casco Days The largest festival in the Lakes Region, held annually since 1935.
Features include a full Midway, parades, concerts, a church supper, chicken BBQ, road race, games and prizes. www.cascodays.com
august 21 Old Home Days Historic craft and trade demos, games, vendors, music,
carousel rides and more. Willowbrook Museum Village, Newfield. www.willowbrookmuseum.org
july & august Free Summer Concerts Every other Thursday behind Pennell School, Gray, 7–8pm
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the Augustus Bove HouseAsk About our Special Promotions!
Offering gracious, affordable accommodations
207-693-6365B&B since 1984
Open All Year
Offering hospitality at its best with a full breakfast. The restored historic Hotel Naples has twin, queen and king sized beds, TV, A/C, phones, all with private baths. Easy walk to water, restaurants, recreational activities and shops. In-season, mid-week specials as well as off-season specials.
VISA • MC • DISCOVER
“Where B&B is a tradition”www.naplesmaine.com
e-mail: augbovehouse@roadrunner.com11 Sebago Road, Naples, Maine 04055 • corner of Routes 302 & 114
1-888-806-6249
naplesThe Heart of Maine’s Sebago Lake/Long Lake Region
Located midway between the coastal city of Portland and the White Mountains of New Hampshire, Naples is easily reached from any direction. Route 302 is the primary route through 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 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.
Alyssa’s Motel
All with a view, just for you!
on Thomas PondRt. 302, 11 Roosevelt TrailCasco, Maine 04015207-655-2223www.alyssasmotel.comalyssas@fairpoint.netAll rooms non-smokingSuites available
Housekeeping and overnight cabins on the Bay of NaplesWalking distance of many attractions
Private sandy beach
750 Roosevelt Trail (Route 302), Naples, ME207.693.6831 | www.bayviewcabins.com
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Bayview CabinsNaples, Maine photo courtesy of MECOA
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Spring Meadows Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course located in Gray, Maine, is cited by Golf Digest as “... a venue worth the drive.” Rated one of “The 100 Must Play Courses in New England”, by GolfStyles New England magazine, this 18-hole course has a naturally beautiful and challenging layout offering plush fairways and superb greens. The par 71 course offers a challenge for golfers of all abilities with 4 sets of tees ranging from 4,706 yards to 6,656 yards. A once dairy farm, each hole adds to the overall beauty of the course with their defined tree lines, ponds, bunkers, brooks, and unique designs. Spring Meadows Golf Club has earned the reputation for having the best course conditions, public or private, at an affordable cost. Add it to your play list today!
Are you looking for Maine Wildlife? Visit the Maine Wildlife Park on Route 26 in Gray, just 3.5 miles from Maine Turnpike Exit 63. Owned and operated by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, this is a guaranteed opportunity to see a moose; plus white-tailed deer, black bears, bald eagles, mountain lions, porcupines, coyotes, hawks, owls, turtles, trophy trout and more—over 30 species of native wildlife! Most of the wildlife at the park have been injured, orphaned, or are too dependant on humans to be released back into the wild, so act as educational ambassadors for visitors that want to learn more about them. There are nature trails and wildlife gardens to enjoy, a game warden museum, interactive exhibits and displays, a ‘snack shack’, a nature gift shop and more! The park-like setting, wildlife exhibits, and flower gardens make this an inviting stop. Bring a picnic and spend the day! The park is open daily, 9:30am–4:30pm from mid-April to November 11. Admission fees are charged. Visit us on the web at www.mainewildlifepark.com; www.mefishwildlife.com; or www.gemsof26.com. You may call 207-657-4977 FMI.
Special Photographer Admission Passes Now Available Summer: Pass holders are personally escorted by a Park staff member for special access to wildlife enclosures, to take up-close pictures that are unimpeded by fences and obstacles. Fee: $50.00/hr Winter: During winter, the park allows photographers to visit the park on cross-country skis, snowshoes or on foot for exclusive access to our animals in a winter setting. Fee: $150.00/1st hour; $50.00/hour for additional hours. For more information about either Pass, please call the park at (207) 657-4977 x0, or email: Mainewildlifepark@maine.rr.com.
Route 26Get your kicks on
Admission Fees:$7.00/ages 13 & up$5.00/ages 4-12Free/3 & under$5.00/Seniors 60 & upGroup rates, 15 or more,or school groups/$3.50 each
A 200-acre park with30 different species of wildlife on exhibit.
Moose, eagles, bears, fisher, lynx, deer,trout, owls, fox, coyotes, turtles,
picnic sites, trails, nature store & more!
For more informationplease call:
207-657-4977
Open daily, 9:30am-4:30pm April 15-November 11
Route 26 Gray
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At the Route 26 Causeway 723 Maine Street ~ Poland Spring
(207) 998-5008 www.dockside.me
Relax with us at the Dockside... wholesome food served in a setting that is like an oasis. The most friendly staff this side of the Mason Dixon line with an environment filled with laughter and warmth. A menu that includes delicious appetizers, sandwiches, Harvest Hill Farm’s burgers, Maine lobster, seafood dinners, chicken, steak and our very own Betty’s over the top desserts.
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Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm
Everything in it’s Season
Open Year-Round7 Days a Week
www.smedbergfarm.com
Smedberg’s Maple SyrupFresh Vegetables
Our Famous Sweet CornAll Natural, Home-Grown
Beef, Pork and Lamb
Seafood and Live LobstersSeedlings, Annuals and Perennials
Hay and Live BaitHomemade Baked Goodies
Wheel Cheese and Jams
Join us for Customer Appreciation Day - 1st Sunday in NovemberPig Roast and Free Samples!
Smedberg’s roadside stand was originally built in 1967 and is owned and operated by Roger and Gayle Smedberg and Roger Smedberg Jr. From Made-in-Maine products like maple syrup, honey, fruit salsa, pottery, soaps and ornaments, to their own One Cow Homemade Ice Cream that’s “udderly delicious”, Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm is an experience unlike any other. Stop by and check out our homemade baked goods including pies, breads and Gayle’s delicious homemade baked beans and chicken pies. Smedberg’s fully-stocked greenhouses feature beautiful annuals, hardy perennials, fertilizer, soils and mulch hay, 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: bison, chicken, turkey, seafood and live lobster. You won’t want to miss a stop at Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm.
GOLF CLUB AT COLE FARMSGray, Maine
Naturally beautiful, challenging layout
designed by Brad Booth of Faxon & Booth.
Four sets of tees provide a great experience for golfers of all abilities.
20 minutes from Portland, 1 mile from Turnpike
Exit 63, Route 100 North
207.657.2596 • www.springmeadowsgolf.com
“... among the lushest courses anywhere in New England.”
—New England Golf Guide
“... among the lushest courses anywhere in New England.”
—New England Golf Guide
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Shoes are factory seconds or discontinued styles. Discount of factory store prices. Cannot apply to prior sales or other offers. For first quality merchandise, visit Cadillac Mountain Sports on High St. in Ellsworth 207-667-7819 or on Cottage St. in Bar Harbor207-288-4532. Sorry, Factory Store offers not valid at dealer locations.
19 Industrial Way • 207-539-9022Store Hours: Mon - Sat: 9-7 • Sun: 11-5
12 Walnut St. • 207-474-6231Store Hours: Mon - Sat: 9-6 • Sun: 11-5
Oxford, ME Skowhegan, ME
Jewelry to Fall in Love With
138 Main Street South Paris, Maine1-800-686-7633 www.creaserjewelers.com
Custom Design, In-House RepairMaine Gemstones, Fine JewelryFine Mineral SpecimensGemcutting, and much more.
Route 26Get your kicks on
route 26
1413 Main Street • Route 26, Oxford, Maine • 207-743-6723
Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm
Everything in it’s Season
Open Year-Round7 Days a Week
www.smedbergfarm.com
Smedberg’s Maple SyrupFresh Vegetables
Our Famous Sweet CornAll Natural, Home-Grown
Beef, Pork and Lamb
Seafood and Live LobstersSeedlings, Annuals and Perennials
Hay and Live BaitHomemade Baked Goodies
Wheel Cheese and Jams
Join us for Customer Appreciation Day - 1st Sunday in NovemberPig Roast and Free Samples!
Smedberg’s roadside stand was originally built in 1967 and is owned and operated by Roger and Gayle Smedberg and Roger Smedberg Jr. From Made-in-Maine products like maple syrup, honey, fruit salsa, pottery, soaps and ornaments, to their own One Cow Homemade Ice Cream that’s “udderly delicious”, Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm is an experience unlike any other. Stop by and check out our homemade baked goods including pies, breads and Gayle’s delicious homemade baked beans and chicken pies. Smedberg’s fully-stocked greenhouses feature beautiful annuals, hardy perennials, fertilizer, soils and mulch hay, 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: bison, chicken, turkey, seafood and live lobster. You won’t want to miss a stop at Smedberg’s Crystal Spring Farm.
109 Main Street, South Paris743-2532www.mauricerestaurant.com
Tuesdays through Fridays - Lunch and DinnerSaturdays - Dinner OnlySundays - Brunch and DinnerMondays - Closed
MAINE MINERALOGY EXPEDITIONS, (MME)www.rocksme.biz We are the premier attraction in the greater Bethel area for rockhounds of all experience levels. Our main attraction is a four-hour guided tour of the famous Bumpus Mine where some of the world’s largest beryl crystals were found at the Bumpus in the late 1920’s. They were over twenty feet long and weighed many tons. Visitors (5 yrs and older) are treated to a basic introduction to local geology and mineralogy and a guided tour of two of the only mine tunnels in the area still permitting public access. Finally, visitors have an opportunity to dig in the mine tailings in search of mineral specimens including, feldspar, rose quartz, milky and smoky quartz, black tourmaline and beryl. It’s a great outdoor experience for history buffs, nature lovers, students and scouting groups who often take the tour to qualify for various academic and merit badge requirements.
Visitors gather at BETHEL OUTDOOR ADVENTURES, (BOA) before noon departure for the Bumpus Mine in their own vehicles. Safety requirements must be obeyed at all times and visitors must be equipped with sturdy shoes, repellent, and their own comfort items. MME provides hard hats, lights, collection buckets, and hand tools. While the site is considered “easy access”, tunnels are not wheel chair accessible. The mine is remote, with the only “improvements” being the access road and a maintained Porta-Jon, pretty much the same as it was when mining operations ceased in the 1960’s. Take a look at our web site, (www.rocksme.biz) for pictures and comments from our guest experiences! Along with MME, two closely affiliated businesses provide a great menu of experiences that will make your visit to our area a truly memorable one. First, to compliment the experience with gems and native minerals is
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visit our website: www.polandminingcamps.com
COLLECT MINERALS IN MAINEWe have access to private and closed locations like:
Mount Mica, Mount Apatite, Emmons and more!
COLLECT MINERALS IN MAINEWe have access to private and closed locations like:
Mount Mica, Mount Apatite, Emmons and more!
Poland Mining CampsDudy & Mary Groves
P.O. Box 26Poland, Maine 04274
(207) 998-2350visit our website: www.polandminingcamps.com
A UNIQUE AND COMPLETEVACATION OPPORTUNITY
A UNIQUE AND COMPLETEVACATION OPPORTUNITY
DIG MAINE GEMS!
121 Mayville Road, US Route 2Bethel, ME 04217
800-533-3607 • 207-824-4224
•• Learn mineral identification •••• Guided tours of actual mines •••• Dig for your own special find! ••
Maine Mineralogy Expeditions
At Poland Mining Camps ... Opening May 21! Oma’s Attic filled with treasures, rocks and more! Jewelry maker on site, wire wrapping and stonecutting available.
BethelOutdoor Adventure& Campground
121 Mayville Road, U.S. Route 2, Bethel, ME 04217800-533-3607 • 207-824-4224
www.BethelOutdoorAdventure.com
Tenting & RV Sites • Rentals & Sales • LaundromatGuided Trips • Canoe & Kayak • Tubing • Bicycles
Fishing & Licenses • Mineralogy Sluice • Bumpus Mine Tours
MT MANN JEWELERS. Owner, hard rock miner, gem cutter and jewelry designer Jim Mann has created an educational and eye-popping exposition that is sure to impress the whole family. He provides a fantastic display of native and worldwide mineral specimens in his Museum and the Crystal Cave. Jim completes the experience with local gems set in fine jewelry with a major wow factor. The knowledgeable staff at Mt Mann is well equipped to answer your questions. BETHEL OUTDOOR ADVENTURES & CAMPGROUND, (BOA) is “home base” for MME and a mineral sluice under our “Big Top” tent. Rock Hounds can process buckets of great mine material from some of the best sources in western Maine. The SLUICE is a great fun and an educational experience for the entire family. The pictures on our web site tell the story and we’re sure you won’t go home empty handed. To round out the total experience, BOA provides a beautiful campground for RV’s and tenters, has kayak, canoe, drift boat and bicycle rentals, and they provide fishing adventures and guide services as well. Your visit with us is sure to provide adventure and it’s a natural compliment to the many outdoor activities available here. Learn something new and go home with some of natures beautiful treasures! For more information on features and tour reservations please call B.O.A. at (207) 824.4224 (800.533.3607) or Mt Mann at (207) 824.3030.
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photos courtesy The Bethel Citizen (opposite page) and Poland Mining Camps (above)
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Gather with friends around a beautiful fireplace featuring minerals from Oxford County's 300 mines. We offer tours for rockhounding and wildlife viewing. Join us for an evening of dining or an afternoon of family fun.
Our conference center seats 60–100 people and is ideal for: • Business seminars/conferences • Church retreats • Wedding receptions • Family reunions/gatherings
Dining in a casual atmosphere with a touch of eleganceFamily style fare with steak and seafood, vegetarian and vegan dishes
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Maine Mineral Adventures Learn about the local geology, mining history, and how to identify minerals. Screen a bucket of mine run: material containing different gemstones and mineral specimens from local mines. Take field trips to famous local gem mines in the area and dig on their dumps. Visit mines like Mt. Mica, the Harvard Quarry, Orchard Pit and many others! Learn about the science of mining and see active mines. Prospecting trips are available to learn what to look for in the field. WMMA will provide an avenue for hobbyists and professionals as well as schools, clubs and organizations to dig for their own gem minerals, learn about lapidary, geology, minerals and the mining history here in Western Maine. Ask about our 3-day Dig & Lodging packages with meals.
MMGSHome of the Annual Portland Rock Show
USM, Portland | April 17&18, 2010
www.mainemineralclub.org | 207-571-4522
Summer field trips to mineral collection locationsYouth Program with monthly winter meetings featuring guest speakers,
specimen auctions, mineral identification and much more!Fun for all ages!
Maine Mineralogical & Geological SocietyMaine’s Largest Mineral Club
A one of a kind shop offering a variety of Maine specimens, fossils, chakra stones and custom-design jewelry.
901 U.S. Route 1, Saco, Maine 04072207-571-4522www.jerrysgems.comE-mail: jerrysgems@maine.rr.com
Jerry’s GemsA Unique Rock Shop
www.digmainegems.com
Bethel ~ Maine’s Most Beautiful Mountain Village
Vacation this summer in a relaxed, unrushed paradise. So much to do...or do nothing at all
For vacation information call 800-442-5826 or visit www.bethelmaine.com
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Bethel ~ Maine’s Most Beautiful Mountain Village
Vacation this summer in a relaxed, unrushed paradise. So much to do...or do nothing at all
For vacation information call 800-442-5826 or visit www.bethelmaine.com
june 18–20 Trek Across Maine Enjoy a 3-day, 180-mile bicycle tour
across the beautiful state of Maine from the mountains of Sunday River to Belfast, “The Heart of Coastal Maine!” The Trek is a ride, not a race! Benefiting the American Lung Association.
july 10–11 49th Annual Western Maine Gem, Mineral and
Jewelry Show This event is sponsored by the Oxford County Mineral and Gem Association.
17–18 Annual Mollyockett Days Two-day festival that is a fun family annual community festival held on the Bethel Common on Broad Street. Four Seasons of Fun is the theme for 2010.
september 18 13th Annual Harvest Fest & “Chowdah” Cookoff
Mouth watering chowders & apple pies, chainsaw carving, local music, horse-drawn wagon rides, fly-tying and casting, historical barn tours, apple picking, and arts & crafts, family festival!
area events
The Mollyockett Motel is a 20 unit motel with a beautiful indoor heated pool and sauna. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have a wonderful country feel to our motel. With clean rooms and friendly atmosphere once you come you will make our place your place to stay. We are easy to find. We are located on Route 26, 9 miles north of South Paris.
bethel
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Penobscot RiverThe first 2 miles descend from
McKay Station through Ripogenus Gorge. Class III-V Rapids.
Dead RiverThe Dead river offers the longest stretch of continuous whitewater
in the East. Class IV and V whitewater ending at The Forks.
Kennebec RiverThe 12 mile Kennebec trip flows
through the Kennebec Gorge, ending at The Forks. Class II-V Rapids.
PENOBSCOT RIVER
14 miles
DEAD RIVER16 Miles
KENNEBEC RIVER10 miles
RAFT MAINE Visitors can experience whitewater rafting in Maine on their own terms—whether it is a wilderness trip camping under the stars and cooking over the campfire or staying in a comfortable guest room with private bath and restaurant down the hall. Vacationers can tackle Class IV and V rapids paddling all the way or enjoy the scenery while an experienced guide does the rowing. Milder Class II and III white water river trips are great for kids and seniors. Along with whitewater rafting, outfitters provide a variety of adventure trips including whitewater, lake and inflatable kayak trips, canoeing, rock climbing, guided hikes, moose, bird and wildlife watching, voyageur (12-person) canoe trips, ATV tours, overnight wilderness camping trips, ropes courses, paintball, hunting, fishing, sky-diving and snowmobiling in winter.
www.magicfalls.com800-207-7238 adventures@magicfalls.com
Experience the thrill of whitewater with Magic Falls Rafting Company,
dedicated to fun, safe, and value-priced trips on the Kennebec and Dead Rivers.
Highwater Release DatesKennebec
Sat., June 19; Mon., July 5; Sat. Sept. 11 & 25
Dead River May 8, 15, 22 & 30; June 5 & 12; Aug. 15; Sept. 5 & 18; Oct. 2
WHITEWATER
RAFTING
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bethel
Ir i s h Me r ch ant
Linda CliffordSc o t t i sh &
Monday - Saturday ~ 10 am - 5 pm
877-607-7787www.lindaclifford.com
91 Main St. ~ Bethel, Maine
Real Men Wear KiltsFull Highland Attire
Scottish & Irish Tartans
Scenic Lift RidesTake in spectacular views of the Western Maine mountains from Sunday River. Our Chondola allows you to ride up on an open chair or inside a gondola cabin to the mountaintop Peak Lodge where you can enjoy the views, have lunch or take a hike before riding back down.
Friday - Sunday from 10am-4pmJune 25 - October 10, 2010
www.SundayRiver.comphoto by Mike Leonard
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Belgrade Canoe & Kayak • 1050 Augusta Road, Belgrade, ME • (207) 242-6331
Where memories last a lifetime ... spectacular lakes, woodlands and wildlife. Famed for the heartwarming story “On Golden Pond,” the mailboat still delivers to dockside cottages. Families, avid boaters, water sport enthusiasts and fishermen enjoy the pristine sapphire waters. In the warm season, water sports, fishing and boating abound. Nearby, Fort Western Museum is the oldest wooden fort still standing in the United States. Three additional museums display visual arts and present powerful exhibits.
Seafood • Steaks • PizzaSpecializing in Prime Ribs (Weekends)
Catering • Entertainment Fri. & Sat. nightsOpen 7 days for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
WEST ROAD • BELGRADE LAKES, ME 04918495-2439
Open for Breakfast at 7am
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20% OFFYOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE WITH THIS COUPON
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Disc golf became a formalized sport in the 1970s. One of the first ten official disc golf courses in the world was built in Maine in 1975. As with the sport in general, Maine began to see exponential growth in disc golf in the late 1990s with the opening of first disc golf only facility in the state, Enman Field in Brunswick, in 1996. In the nearly fifteen years since, over twenty-five courses have opened across the state. Dragon Disc Golf has had a significant hand in that growth. In addition to Enman Field, Dragon Disc Golf opened Dragan Field in Auburn in 2000 and Pleasant Hill in Scarborough in 2007. Amongst the three facilities, one can find all the great variety of course design to be found in disc golf. From the winding wooded trails at Enman Field to the open field grass fairways at Pleasant Hill to the variety of elevation at Dragan Field, players of all age, skill and ability can have fun and be challenged at the same time.
Some of the top players from across the country come to play Dragon Disc Golf’s courses in the annual Dragon Disc Golf Championships held in early June. Sanctioned by the Professional Disc Golf Association, the DDGC has
historically been one of the biggest and most popular tournaments in Maine and New England for many years. Other courses in Maine that have earned some renown amongst disc golf enthusiasts in Maine and New England include Bennett Farm in Gorham, CR Farm in Gardiner, Quaker Hill and Skyriders in Fairfield, Ackers’ Acres in Bowdoinham and Burnsboro Disc Golf in Vassalboro. Each disc golf course
in Maine offers a great combination of unique playing experience, picturesque Maine landscapes, and fun exercise for very affordable prices. Disc golf is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, and Maine is at the cutting edge of the sport.
DISC GOLFOne of the fastest
growing sports in the world, and Maine is at the cutting edge
of the sport.
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DISC GOLF be there ...
mediscgolf.com
www.DragonDiscGolf.comfor more information, visit our website
Championship courses, world-class experience
Bring this ad into any of our courses for a $3 discount on our regular daily rate!
436 Foster Rd207-786-4900
Auburn
1024 River Rd207-798-5000
Brunswick
38 Chamberlain Rd207-510-7579
Scarborough
$3/Round or $5/Day
Small Pro Shop with honor box and snacks on-site
Please NO bottles
55 Burns Rd.Vassalboro, ME 04989
(207) 458-5932
PO Box 761/Route 26/702 Lewiston Rd.West Gardiner, Maine
(207) 582-8672 www.crfarmdiscgolf.com
Ya Don’t Need to Play
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BASKET CASE LINKS D i s c G o l f C o u r s e
2 courses • 30 holesOpen 7 days, dawn ’til dusk$5 a round or $8 all day!!!
180 Dingley Road, Bowdoinham, ME207-737-2656
www.ackersacresdiscgolf.com
June 5-6 Dragon Disc Golf Championships* Auburn, Brunswick, Scarborough
June 13 Maine Players Tour tournament***June 19 Band Camp: Live music ‘til midnight! !***June 26 Aaron Farmer Memorial tournament***June 26 Iron Man, Brunswick*July 3 Silver Shoot-Out, Scarborough*July 4 M&B Doubles Challenge, Scarborough*July 17 15th Bob Burns Memorial - KDGA**July 25 Greenhorn Beginners Tournament*
AuburnAug. 8 Stoney’s Memorial, Brunswick*Aug. 14 Greenhorn Doubles Tournament*
AuburnAug. 28 KDGA points - MEFA**Oct. 2 Doubles Championship - KDGA**
*Dragon Disc Golf event**Burnsboro Disc Golf event
***Acker’s Acres event
central & midcoast
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The midcoast region extends from Brunswick to Searsport on the north and includes eastern Cumberland, all of Sagadahoc, Lincoln and Knox counties as well as a major section of Waldo County. The rich seafaring heritage of the entire region is very much alive and well and seen in its many bustling harbors and traditional fishing villages. History and cultural activities abound here. Historic forts at Popham, Edgecomb, William Henry and the Colonial Pemaquid Restoration as well as the Pownal and Knox forts and the Civil War Museum that honors Maine Civil War hero Joshua Chamberlain in Brunswick are a must see for history buffs. For those with an interest in maritime traditions, the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath, the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport and the Fishing Museum at Pemaquid Point Light provide wonderful opportunities to discover our seafaring past. Cultural activities in the form of concerts, performing arts and fine art galleries and studios are found throughout the region. You will also have a wide variety of fine restaurants to choose from as well as accommodations that range from large resorts, cozy inns, B&Bs and great campgrounds. Boat cruises and deep sea fishing opportunities abound. If you enjoy antiquing, checking out flea markets and boutiques, the mid-coast has it for you. The midcoast region is truly the jewel of Maine’s Coast with something for everyone to enjoy.
midcoastwelcome to the ...
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MY CREEDby Margaret Chase Smith
“My creed is that public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people and to the nation with full recognition that every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration, that constructive criticism is not only to be expected, but sought; that smears are not only to be expected, but fought; that honor is to be earned, but not bought.”
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central & midcoast
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brunswickMicro, Fridge • Hair Dryer • Alarm Clock Radio
High-Speed Wireless InternetRelax in quiet, clean, comfortable rooms with cable TV,
HBO, touch-tone phones, individual heat and air conditioning, irons and ironing boards,
guest laundry, and Continental Breakfast
207-729-3364 • 1-800-457-3364EIGHT MILES NORTH OF L.L.BEAN and FREEPORT OUTLETS
130 Pleasant St., Route 1, Brunswick, ME 04011 | www.travelersinnme.com
Efficiency Units & Family Rooms • Off-Season Rates • Outdoor PoolCable TV • High-Speed Internet • Air-Conditioned • Touch-Tone Phones
Complimentary Continental Breakfast • Alarm Clock RadioMicrowave • Fridge • Hairdryer • Irons and Ironing Boards
Near Bowdoin College, Freeport and L.L. Bean
QUALITY AT COMPETITIVE RATES
133 Pleasant Street (Route 1) • Brunswick, ME 04011www.knightsinnbrunswick.com
(207) 725-8761 • (877) 725-8761
Welcome to the Brunswick Area: Bowdoin College, Maine State Music Theatre, Joshua Chamberlain Museum and much more ... The midcoast region extends from Brunswick to Searsport on the north. On Route 1 you enter Brunswick—an industrial and cultural center that initiates the vacationer into a comfortable mix of past and present that makes Maine’s midcoast region so special. The rich seafaring heritage of the entire area is still very much alive and seen in its many bustling harbors. Shipbuilders, fishermen and pleasure boaters alike share in the unceasing ebb and flow of the area. Perched between the confluence of two giant rivers on one side and the shores of Casco Bay on the other, Brunswick, founded in 1794, has been a community of cultural vigor and diversity for more than 200 years. Its broad Main Street, tree-shaded Village Green and Malls as well as classic New England architecture, combine to create a splendid New England ambience. Brunswick, located a little more than 20 miles north of Portland, offers unlimited opportunities to enjoy cultural events, museums and many 1st class restaurants, presenting a variety of delectable cuisines ... a culinary treat for every palate awaits you!
The offerings of this community are ... a summer music theatre, a year-round dramatic theatre, one of the finest small art museums in the northeast, two excellent libraries and regular summer concerts by a premier string quartet. Brunswick, while enjoying the charm of a college town, has the scale, pace and location to offer visitors everything they expect from a Maine coastal community ... and is truly the gateway to midcoast Maine!
photo by Michael Leonard
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Bohemian Coffee HouseFRESH, LOCALLY ROASTED COFFEE
OUR OWN GELATOPASTRIES, 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.
www.newmeadowsmarina.com
BOAT RENTALSDaily • Weekly • Monthly
Sales • Service • Rentals • Full Service Marina • Fuel DockDockage Available • Open 7 Days • Well-Stocked Marina Store
New Meadows Marina450 Bath Road, Brunswick, ME 04011
Sales & Parts: (207) 443-6277 • Service: (207) 443-4254Spring/Summer Hours: Mon.–Sat. 8–5, Sun. 8–12
brunswick
open 9:00–6:00monday–saturday
97 maine streetbrunswick729-1041
your first stop for fun stuff!Playmobil • Klutz • Gund
wooden trains, puzzles, games and lots more!
WWW.REDDRAGONTOYS.COM
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. Don’t be herded around like cattle in a fast food restaurant, sit back and enjoy a quality meal in the comfort of your very own car. When you need service, simply turn on your headlights and one of our friendly waitresses will be happy to serve you.
• Outstanding Museum of Art• Arctic Museum• Library
• Campus Tours• Information at
the Moulton Union
bowdoin collegewelcomes you
central & midcoast
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Farther north along Coastal Route One is the historic shipbuilding city of Bath, fondly known as the “City of Ships”. From its heyday as a shipbuilding center during the age of sail to the modern day Navy vessels built with pride at the Bath Iron Works, Bath has earned this title. The soul of Bath is in its shipbuilding heritage, past and present, and the city thrives on the balance of industry with arts and cultural life, clearly visible in the distinctive red and white crane of the Bath Iron Works overlooking the restored Victorian buildings of the downtown district. This balance is one of the reasons downtown’s Front Street was recognized as one of the nation’s top ten downtown stretches, earning a prestigious designation from the American Planning Association as one of
2009 “Great Streets”. Strolling under the trailing flower baskets and shade trees on Bath’s Front and Centre Streets, you’ll see signs everywhere of the bustling mid- to late-19th century shipping port Bath once was ... from the stately Customs House to the “archway” that now connects Front Street to municipal parking, where sailors once rolled barrels from the warehouses to the docks. The wide brick sidewalks and pedestrian friendly one-way streets are a great place for exploring the downtown’s lively mix of shops, galleries and restaurants. With the local pharmacy, grocery, and pubs lined up shoulder to shoulder with upscale bistros, boutiques, antique stores and vintage clothing shops, Bath provides a shopping and dining experience that is a little bit funky, a little bit classic and very cool. The National Trust cited Bath as “an old seafaring town that has reinvented itself as one of the best small cities in America”. Lodging in one of Bath’s gracious inns is the perfect base for those seeking to experience life along the Kennebec at the pace of yesteryear. Bath’s tree-lined streets form an outdoor gallery of humble and grand examples of classic American architecture. The City of Bath website and Sagadahoc Preservation Inc. offer
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Homes • Land • Waterfront“Life’s transitions made simple”
bath
special interestThe Chocolate ChurchPerforming Arts Center and Gallery 804 Washington StreetBath, Maine 207-442-8455
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audio or printed tours of these historic homes. Bath is also home to the popular Chocolate Church Arts Center where nationally and internationally recognized musicians play throughout the year on the main-stage, and the gallery exhibits some of mid-coast Maine’s finest artists. The Maine Maritime Museum on the grounds of the historic Percy and Small Shipyard also has fine examples of maritime art, along with regularly changing exhibits on ships and shipbuilding, and interactive installations for children. The Maine Maritime Museum also offers boat tours of the Kennebec River lighthouses and trolley tours of the Bath Iron Works shipyard. Just a few miles downriver from Bath are Reid State Park and Popham Beach, two of the most beautiful beaches in Maine with glorious stretches of sand and rugged rocky outcroppings. Just past Popham Beach, explore historic Fort Popham guarding the mouth of the Kennebec River. In addition there is sailing, kayaking, golfing, and fishing ... or just unwinding on the veranda after a long day of sampling Bath’s many pleasures! Events to look for include Sagadahoc Preservation’s annual Homes and Hidden Gardens Tour, golf tournaments at the Bath Country Club, the four-day Bath Heritage Days Festival including the 4th of July Parade, and Columbus Day weekend’s Autumnfest.Maine’s Sea Story Lives Here
Washington Street • Bath, Maine • --
www.MaineMaritimeMuseum.org
At Maine Maritime Museum in Bath see, touch, hear, smelland experience coastal life as it was, and is, in Maine.
� Explore 20 acres of outdoor and indoor activities, demos, exhibits, historic buildings and a working boat shop
� See Navy destroyers being built at Bath Iron Works*
� Cruise the Kennebec River on nature and lighthouse tours*
� Discover the shipyard site and workshops where the world’s largest wooden ship was built
� Let your children play on the Pirate Play-Ship or pretend to be a tugboat captain, and more
� Examine indoor exhibits, most with interactive and hands-on displays
� Open daily 9:30 to 5
*Additional fee. Seasonal. Reservations recommended.
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Over a dozen guides available upon immediate request. Choose your custom guide from flyfishing,
spin or bait. Half-day trips starting at $75! Ask about free fly casting lessons at the shop.
July 2-5
Plus Smokey’s Greatest Shows & Carnival
Complete scheduleof events and
information online at:BathHeritageDays.com
Produced by Main Street Bath (207) 442-7291
ParadeFireworksChilifestKid’s Day
Crafts ShowAntique CarsArt in the ParkOutdoor Concerts
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F I V E C O U N T Y C R E D I T U N I O N ’ S
“A GreatPlace inAmerica”
since 1971
Maine’s Fiber Arts DestinationHalcyon Yarn
12 School St. Bath, Mainehalcyonyarn.com
800•341•0282
bath
HALCYON YARN CLASSESJuly 13 Intro to Needle Felting Try needle felting. You’ll learn basic information about both flat and 3-dimensional felting.
July 24 Cobweb Felting Create a gossamer sheer, felt scarf while you experiment with different fibers to see how the type and amount of fiber interplay.
August 14 Dreaded Knitting Techniques YIKES!!! Dropped stitches, cutting into your knitting, twisted cables the wrong direction—you can’t fix these! Yes, you can! Master “fixes” for these problems.
September 7–9 Natural Dyeing with Earthues Dyes Our three part series of Natural Dyeing with Earthues Dyes’ with Michele Wipplinger. Take one, two or all three.
September 18 Introduction to Crochet Open your eyes to the world of crochet. It is fast, fun, and easy. In only a couple of hours you’ll learn the crucial information you need to make items such as simple baby blankets, afghans, scarves, and placemats.
FIBER ARTS EVENTSJune 5–6 The Maine Fiber Frolic The Fiber Frolic celebrates its 10th anniversary this year—a family-oriented celebration of fiber animals and the fiber arts—spinning, weaving, dyeing, felting and rug hooking. Windsor Fairgrounds, Windsor ME. 9am–4pm.
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The Byrnes’ Family Welcomes you to the hearts of Historic Bath and Brunswick
Where Ships and Shamrocks Meet!OPEN DAILY
38 Centre Street Bath, ME 04530
207-443-6776
www.ByrnesIrishPub.commeetme@ByrnesIrishPub.com
Where Polar Bears, Dragons & Shamrocks Meet!OPEN DAILY
Serving Dinner in the Heart of Historic BathPrivate Luncheons and Dinners • OFF-Site Catering Services!
For Reservations & Information 207-443-2555 • dine@AdmiralSteak.com
798 Washington Street, Bath • www.AdmiralSteak.com
16 Station Avenue Brunswick, ME 04011
207-729-9400
www.ByrnesIrishPub.commeetme@ByrnesIrishPub.com
STARCRAFT
126 U.S. Route 1, Woolwich, Maine 04579
443-3022
• Storage• Sales & Service• Parts & Accessories• Boat & Utility Trailers• Over 60 Years Experience• We Service What We Sell
woolwichOpen
May thru Mid-Oct.
Open FridaysJuly & August
photo by Mike Leonard
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Nothing compares to the unique and exciting experience of seeing the coast of Maine from the air. At Wiscasset airport you can do just that. Situated in the heart of the beautiful Midcoast area, you can take off from the airport and immediately be up and over the scenic coastline, soaring over Popham beach and picturesque Sequin Island Lighthouse. The views are breathtaking. Pilot and tour guide David Stapp loves what he does as he narrates the tours with interesting tidbits of Maine coast trivia. Ocean Point Aviation offers 4 unique tours. The Midcoast Tour includes Five Islands area and Boothbay. The Pemaquid Light Tour flies over that famous lighthouse and surrounding area. For the lighthouse enthusiast, The Maine Lighthouse tour takes in an amazing ten lighthouses. You can even tailor your own flight to see sites of specific interest to you personally such as family camps, homes, islands or something you’ve always wanted to see from the air. It’s
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georgetowncelebration of the arts
US Route 1, Wiscasset, Maine
207-882-4029JUST 2 MILES SOUTH
OF DOWNTOWN WISCASSET
Maine’s Ultimate Antique Adventure
Hours:Oct. 1st–June 1st 9–5June 1st–Oct. 1st 9–7WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
www.avalonantiquesmarket.com
Serving Lobster Dinners On the DockWiscasset bridge overlooking the Sheepscot River
• Lobster & Crabmeat Rolls• Homemade Chowder
• Fresh Cut Fries• Burgers & much more....882-7814
LOBSTERS & CLAMBAKES
Sprague’s LobsterPicnic Table Dining
wiscasset
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an experience you will never forget. Ocean Point Aviation also hosts aerial photography tours, birthday parties, special events, and fly-ins. OPA will host their 3rd annual Midcoast Air and Land Fly-in and Family Festival on Saturday, October 3rd including a pancake breakfast, free plane rides for kids, and lots of trucks, emergency
vehicles and planes to see and climb on. Ocean Point Aviation began three years ago when, after twenty years of flying experience, the owner David Stapp bought a new Cessna 172. David started Ocean Point Aviation with one simple goal: making a dream of flight into a reality for other people just like himself. With that in mind, he and his wife, Kerrith, have developed a full service aviation business providing flight instruction, scenic tours, charter services, and airport services for pilots and their planes. They offer gift certificates for all special occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings. For more information on any of our services, or to book your special scenic tour call 207-380-1884 and the Stapps will be glad to help you have the best Maine experience you can have.
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The concentration of artistic talent in Georgetown is impressive and 2010 is an ON year for the now
bi-annual Celebration of the Arts, a heady blend to delight all your senses. Visual arts are represented in many forms including painting, photography, sculpture, and printmaking. This perfect Maine coast venue is to be savored with live local musicians inviting you to hum along. Enjoy the warm feel of finely crafted items such as wooden bowls, intricate baskets, handcrafted fiber arts, and beaded jewelry. Catch a whiff of scented soaps and wreaths made with local vegetation. And help yourself to a free homemade brownie or cookie with a cup of punch. Sigh.
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284 five islands road . georgetown, maine 04548207.371.2806 . info@mainsweets.com
Choose MainSweets for a memorable gift, special occasion, or just to treat yourself.We use only the finest imported Belgian chocolate.
H o m e m a d e s w e e t n e s s r i g h t h e r e i n M a i n e !
Discover a beautiful, quiet spot on the ocean ...
132 Seguinland RoadGeorgetown, Maine 04548
207-371-2790www.themooringb-b.com
Full BreakfastAll Rooms w/ private baths and Ocean Views
800-232-5490www.covesidebandb.com
GEORGETOWN, MAINE
COVESIDE BED & BREAKFAST
Waterviews from all rooms • Bikes and canoe for guest use • Great kayaking from our dock148 Main St, One block north of LL Bean, Freeport 207.865.0060Rt 127, Georgetown 866.936.7687 www.georgetownpottery.com
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Charles Goodhue was a well-known local artist in many mediums. He is especially remembered for his development of the vitreous flux technique—come find out just what that means on July 25. Examples of his work will be featured in a special display to celebrate his contribution to the body of many works inspired by Georgetown for world-renowned artists such as Marguerite and William Zorach, Marsden Hartley, Dahlov Ipcar, Clarence White, F. Holland Day, and Gaston Lachaise. The Youth Pavilion will provide an opportunity for young artists to create and display their work. Each is invited to bring an item previously done to share and/or to create a new one right on the spot with materials provided. This will be a delightful experience for everyone in the family. Recipe for a Perfect Maine Summer Day: Combine a trip to the Celebration of the Arts with a visit to the beaches at Reid State Park. PLUS: Your choice of local dining options including great take-out for the beach from the Georgetown Country Store, or picnic tables at the Five Islands Wharf lobster shack for lunch or dinner (menu extends beyond lobster), or compose-it-yourself from the gourmet delights and fresh local produce at the Five Islands Farm—not to mention indoor dining at the Osprey Restaurant or the famous Robinhood
Free Meetinghouse—all easily found by way of Route 127 South (just after the Route 1 Carlton Bridge over the Kennebec River at Bath). Truly memorable.
Note: Light/moderate rain will not cancel this event but heavy rain will. For more information contact the sponsoring organization, The Georgetown Historical Society, at 371-9200 or log onto www.georgetownhistoricalsociety.org.
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1375 Five Islands Road, Georgetown ME PH. (207) 371-9383
www.fiveislandsfarm.com Fan us on Facebook®!
Five Islands Farm Fine Food & Garden Market
Maine Cheese Local Produce Gourmet Food Maine Meats
Fine Wine Craft Beer
Garden Accents Books & Gifts
310 Five Island Road, Georgetown, MaineJust 6 miles off Rt. 1 | (207)371-2390
Kelly’s Kitchen• Homemade recipes:
everything from burgers to lobster bakes
• Specials Everyday
• Pet and Family Friendly (large picnic area with toys for kids)
• Daily seafood FRESH off the boat HANDPICKED and sold on-site
Critically acclaimed five-star in-house sit-down service for 90
On- and off-premise cateringLocated in Beautiful Georgetown
with accommodations nearbyServing Dinner 5:30–9pm
207-371-2188www.robinhood-meetinghouse.com
Specializing in Fine DiningAnd Perfect Weddings
GEORGETOWN CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS
JULY 25, 2010 • Noon–4 pmThe Mooring Bed & Breakfast
132 Seguinland Road Georgetown, Maine 04548
(off Route 127 South, just before Reid State Park)
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Welcome to
BOOTHBAY HARBOR
All information subject to change.Visit www.boothbayharbor.com for the most up-to-date list of events.
Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce • P.O. Box 356, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538207-633-2353 • seamaine@boothbayharbor.com • www.boothbayharbor.com
Lobster Boat RacesJune 19
48th Annual Windjammer DaysJune 22 & 23
Boothbay in Bloom Fashion ShowJuly 14
Antique Auto DaysJuly 17 &18
Jazz WeekendJuly 16, 17 & 18
Boat Builders FestivalAugust 1
Maine Fairy House FestivalAugust 6, 7 & 8
A Day Out with ThomasTM
August 6, 7 and 8 and 13, 14 and 15
Shipyard CupAugust 27, 28 & 29
Restaurant WeekSeptember 18 – 24
Fall Foliage FestivalOctober 9 & 10
Early Bird Sale & Pajama PartyNovember 20
Festival of TreesDecember 3, 4 & 5
Harbor Lights FestivalDecember 4
Calendar of Events - 2010
The Soul of the CoastIf vacations are to be remembered and savored as some of life’s most precious moments, your
Boothbay Harbor Region experience will provide glorious and indelible recollections.
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boothbay harbor
Four buildings with 6 Luxury Suites, 90 elegant rooms, many with private balconies and water views.
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e-mail: stay@whiteanchorinnboothbay.comweb: whiteanchorinnboothbay.com
207-633-3788 • Route 27 • Boothbay, Maine 04537
www.catchmaine.com
www.andrewsharborside.com
25th year
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866-711-8421
Jordon’s Celebrate 10 Years
Congratulations to Carl and Donna Jordon on your 10th anniversary season as hosts of the White Anchor Inn and as proprietors of the Tackle Shop. Located just miles from downtown Boothbay Harbor on Route 27, Wiscasset Road in Boothbay. You have provided your guests with friendly hospitality and recreational activities that has marked your inn as a very special destination in the heart of the midcoast. Being open year-round with reasonable rates and being pet-friendly are but a few of the reasons guests wish to return to the warm atmosphere you provided. We wish you continued success.
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boothbay harbor
Fisherman’s Wharf is located over the water in the
center of the village of Boothbay Harbor, close to all
the Harbor’s shops, boats and activities. Come dine
in comfort over the water in our panoramic dining
room, deck or lounge with daily specials to enhance
our magnificent views. Open for breakfast, lunch
and dinner. We are open from late May through late
October. Elevator Accessibility.
22 Commercial Street - Pier 6 Boothbay Harbor, Maine 04538
207-633-5090 • Outside Maine: 1-800-628-6872 Fax: 207-633-5092
www.fishermanswharfinn.com e-mail: fishermanswharfinn@myfairpoint.net
FISHERMAN’S WHARF INN
Comfortable, Coastal Relaxation and Dining at the “Hub of the Harbor”
Boothbay Harbor
Discover Exceptional Gardenson the Maine Coast
Stunningly beautifulornamental gardens.
Children’s Gardenopening July 8.
Waterfront & foresttrails on 250 acres.
Superb café & shop.
Fine art exhibits.
Events & programsfor all ages.
Open 9–5 daily,year-round.Shop and café open seasonally.Admission fees;members free.
Barters Island RoadBoothbay ME 04537(207) 633-4333
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Coastal Maine Botanical GardenNow’s the Time to Visit!
by Barbara Freeman
Have you heard? Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay is one of Maine’s finest and most-popular attractions, and with good reason. But there’s more: On July 8 the Gardens will open a new children’s garden that will delight visitors of all ages.
Dragons and spouting whales of stone, a life-size bronze bear cub, lobster-pot buoys to haul, a boat in a
tree, lakes and islands, a labyrinth, a farmstead with a Book Barn for storytelling and reading, animals, a greenhouse, a tree house, and a Wawanaki village. These and other features of the two-acre Bibby and Harold Alfond Children’s Garden are inspired by beloved children’s books by Maine authors.
The children’s garden is the newest, but by no means the only, reason to visit. On the Gardens’ 250 shorefront acres, visitors find a dozen spectacular ornamental gardens, incomparable stonework and sculpture, waterfalls, and miles of waterfront and woodland trails.
At the Gardens, there’s something for all ages, in all seasons. To learn more, visit www.MaineGardens.org, or call (207) 633-4333.
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225 Town Line RoadNobleboro, ME 04055
Tel. 832-7055www.townlinecamping.com
• 55 spacious site • Docks• Floats • Swimming Area• Fireplaces • Lake Fishing• Modern Bathrooms• Laundry • Rec Room• HOT Showers• Athletic Field• Electronic Games• Well-Stocked Camp Store
Town Line Camping LLC
A Family TraditionSince 1960
Damariscotta LakeTLC in Maine
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damariscottaThere’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. It’s 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 the 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. Wildlife abounds along the shore of the Damariscotta River and overhead, majestic pines and oaks border the high and rocky bluffs. Salt marshes change their colors with tide and season. The landscape has changed over the years, but there are many places to experience the quiet, natural beauty of this great river. Archeological finds and ancient shell heaps (middens) testify that Native Americans camped, fished and hunted here at least 5,000 years ago. From the sparkling ocean bays, to the pristine lakes and tidal
rivers; the natural landscape in the Damariscotta Region offers unrivaled opportunities for all.
Homemade Blueberry Jam• 2 1/2 cups fresh or dry-pack
frozen blueberries• 3 cups sugar• 1/3 cup orange juice• 1 tablespoon lemon juice• 1/2 bottle (3 oz.) fruit pectin
Wash blueberries. Measure 2 1/2 cups into an enamel or stainless steel pan. Crush blueberries in pan. Add sugar and fruit juices. Mix well. Bring to a full rolling boil and boil hard for one minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in pectin. Seal in hot sterilized jars. Refrigerate.Storage: 2 months. Yield: 3 cups or 4 (6 oz.) jars.
recipe
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Bristol/Pemaquid is made up of 8 villages: New Harbor, Round Pond, Pemaquid Beach, Chamberlain, Bristol Mills, Pemaquid Point, Pemaquid Falls and Pemaquid Harbor. The historic sites of the area include: Pemaquid Point Lighthouse (1872), a National Historical Landmark; Fort William Henry (1689); the Old Rock Schoolhouse (1835); the Harrington Meeting House (1773); and the Pemaquid Restoration Museum, among others. Visit our many gift shops featuring Maine Made Crafts and enjoy a seafood dinner in any of our local restaurants.
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must visitPemaquid Beach ParkPemaquid Beach Park, with its beautiful crescent-shaped white sand beach, is open to the public for a nominal fee. Bathhouse, rest rooms, refreshment stand, picnic tables and plenty of free parking. For more information, call 207-677-2754
Kitchenettes • Full BathsColor Cable TV • Pool
Short walk to Coombs CoveMasterCard & Visa
Open June–SeptemberSteve & Beverly Lord
FamilyAtmosphere
May &October
by ReservationSEA ACRES MOTEL
www.seaacrescottages.com23 Bradley Hill Road, Pemaquid, Maine 04558
(207) 677-2693
Great for Family Reunions!
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Although more and more people travel to Maine throughout the years, Waldoboro continues to maintain a quiet and unhurried ambience even when coastal Route 1 is bumper to bumper traffic. Here in Waldoboro, in the Medomak River Valley, agriculture and the sea meet as the Medomak opens into Broad Bay and then the many-islanded and beautiful Muscongas Bay. To the mind’s eye, a good place to visit ... and live. Bremen, Maine, population 690, is located in the midcoast region, between Waldoboro and Damariscotta, on the eastern shore of the Pemaquid peninsula. The principal commercial activities of the town have traditionally been marine-related: fishing, clamming and boatbuilding. But the scenic beauty increasingly appeals to artists, craftspeople and others who seek a quiet, unspoiled place of great natural beauty in which to live and work. Broad Cove Marina Services, a fully-operational marina, is located approximately 7 miles from Round Pond, Waldoboro and Damariscotta. Come visit with us and take in the scenic view from our enlarged deck as you enjoy fresh seafood cooked especially for you.
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Broad Cove Marina ServicesA Full Service MarinaMedomak, Maine 04551
Located on the beautiful Medomak River, we offer lobsters, clams, and much more ... live or cooked.
Come enjoy the scenic view on our enlarged deck! Private parties welcome!
• bring your own beer or wine •
9 a.m.–5 p.m. Memorial Day to Columbus Day9 a.m.–7 p.m. July 1st to Labor Day
207-529-5186email: BCMS@tidewater.net
Lobsters • Clams • Ice • Misc. GroceriesGas • Diesel • Slips • Boat Storage
Moorings AvailableCustom Float Construction • Shrink-Wrapping
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Grower and Producer ofPremium Maine Wines
Open Daily, 11am ~ 5pmMid-May through October
174 Barrett Hill Rd.Union, Maine
www.SavageOakes.com(207) 785-2828
Continuing a family farming tradition since 1790
For Your Special Occasions
www.winterwindflorist.com
Serving the Inland MidCoastwww.unionareachamber.org
2010 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS June 5 & 6 MidCoast Home Show at Point Lookout
July 16 Chamber Concert & Pie Social on the Union Common
July 17 Union Founders Day July 17
Sept. 4 Medomak Valley Land Trust’s Riverfest
early Oct. Candidates Night in
late Oct. Fall Conference
Oct. 10 Waldoboro Business Association’s Business Showcase
Dec. 5 Christmas in the Country
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July & August, Wed. – Sat., Noon – 4PM (June & Sept. by appointment)
Half off admission with this ad
Matthews Museum of Maine Heritage is located on the Union Fairgrounds in Union, Maine. Considered by many “Maine’s best kept secret” the museum houses over 8000 artifacts from the earliest colonial times to the twentieth century. Highlights of a visit to the museum include a complete one-room school house, the one of a kind 32 foot tall Moxie Bottles Stand built in
1905, a complete cooper (barrel making) shop and the recently restored, Collins Wingate, one-horse shay. Also on display is the country’s largest exhibit of Moxie collectibles honoring Union native and Civil War veteran, the inventor of Moxie, Dr. Augustin Thompson.
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Complete Landscaping Services ...• Walkways• Patios• Stone Walls• Ponds• Waterfalls• Fountains• Design & Construction
• New Lawns• Plantings• Irrigation Systems• Lawn Maintenance• Mowing• Hydroseeding
“Our Standard Is Perfection” JRALandscapingService
2236 Eastern Road • Warren, ME 04864
(207) 273-3171
Jobs Done Right & On Time ...At JRA Landscaping Service, our standard is perfection. We offer free estimates and our work is guaranteed. We specialize in residential and commercial projects and we’re fully insured.
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August 13-15, 2010at the fairgrounds
UNION,MAINESat 9-5 Sun 9-4, Adm. $8
Early Buying Fri 2-7 $25 eawww.MaineAntiqueFest.com
antiquefest@hotmail.com207-221-3108
29th Annual
UNION FAIRCome to the...
Maine Wild Blueberry FestivalAugust 23rd - 29th
Chuck WicksMonday Aug. 24
Wednesday Aug. 26through
Saturday Aug. 29
The Flying Wallendas
www.UnionFair.org
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Great Family Fun & EntertainmentDock Dog Competition (Sat. and Sun., Aug. 21 and 22)Demo Derby (Sat., Aug. 21)Queen Coronation (Sun., Aug. 22)Easton Corbin (Mon., Aug. 23)The Old Time Radio Gang (Tues., Aug. 24)Demo Derby (Tues., Aug. 24)The Flying Wallendas (Tues.–Sat., Aug. 24-28)Kent Family Magic Circus (Tues.–Sat., Aug. 24-28)Fireworks (Wed., Aug. 25)Don Campbell Band (Thurs., Aug. 26)Lawn Mower Races (Fri., Aug. 27)
Purchase Discounted Ticketsin Advance at:
union
UNION FAIRCome to the...
Maine Wild Blueberry FestivalAugust 23rd - 29th
Chuck WicksMonday Aug. 24
Wednesday Aug. 26through
Saturday Aug. 29
The Flying Wallendas
www.UnionFair.org
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Monday, Aug. 23Easton Corbin
Tuesday, Aug. 24through
Saturday, Aug. 28The Flying Wallendas
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This date in 1774, the first tree was cut to build the first home in Union. All-day Family fun, pancake breakfast, chicken BBQ, live music, Silent Movie at Old Town House, Come Spring Bus Tours, 7-Tree Pond Wildlife Tours, St. George and the Dragon performances. For more information, call 207-785-2202.
so. thomaston
CHARLOTTE HOLLENBERGmrantqs@msn.com
Furniture • Glass • China
Closed Mondays
108 Common Road • P.O. Box 578 • Union, Maine 04862
Quarry House Antiquesunion
union founders daySaturday, July 17, 2010
rocklandwelcome to ...
lobster capital of the world
photo by Michael Leonard
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Open 7 Days • T-Shirts
• Hats• Socks• Carhartt• Buoy Bells
• Candles• Jam & Syrup• Boats• Willow Tree• Cat’s Meow
Custom
Rockland464 Main St.
594-2660
Damariscotta36–40 Main St.
563-1815
Port ClydeOn the DeckRoute 131
june 19 Summer Solstice 5-9 pm Maine St. Rockland
FMI: (207)593-6093
july 10-11 North Atlantic Blues Festival
Harbor Park, Rockland, FMI:(207)593-1189 16 6th Annual Windjammer Parade
Rockland Breakwater 2-4 pm 22–24 Friendship Sloop Days
Harbor & Buoy Parks, Rockland 24 9th Annual Maine Lobster Ride & Roll
Rockland District High School
august 4–8 Maine Lobster Festival Harbor Park, Rockland
FMI: www.mainelobsterfestival.com 13–15 Maine Boats, Homes and Harbors Boat and Home
Show Harbor and Buoy Parks, Rockland FMI: www.maineboats.com
22–28 Union Fair & State of Maine Wild Blueberry Festival Union Fairgrounds, FMI: www.unionfair.org
area eventsrockland/rockport
GENERAL & MARINE CONTRACTORQuality construction for commercial and residential customers
Dredging • Wharves • BreakwatersFoundation Pilings • Pipe-lines
Sewage Out-falls • Barge Crane & Crane Service
67 Front StreetROCKLAND ME 04841
594-9565fax: 594-9566
web: www.prockmarinecompany.com
All You Can Eat SeafoodClams • Shrimp • Haddock • Scallops
Homemade Fish Cakes • Fresh Crabmeat Rolls • Lobster RollsHomemade Fish & Clam Chowder
Lobster Dinner Featuring Select 4lb. LobstersChicken • Prime Rib • Alfredoes
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner ~ Air Conditioned
Homemade Seafood Chowder
made withLobster, Shrimp, Clams,
Haddock, Scallops & Crabmeat
Best Seafood on the Coast!
Homemade Seafood Lasagna
made withLobster, Shrimp, Fish, Crabmeat & Scallops
served with side salad & garlic bread
441 Main Street, Rockland596-7556
** Receive $5 off in June, July & August with this Coupon **
Est. 1965 • Public welcome
P.O. Box 1230 • 50 Park Street, Rockport, ME 04856 • 207-236-8488
Nine greens on the Camden/Rockport line offering distinctly different tees
on front and back ninesCart & Club Rental • Golf Lessons
Pro Shop • Practice Range
Schooner Bay
photo by Michael Leonard
rocklandwelcome to ...
lobster capital of the world
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Belfast features great shopping, entertainment, restaurants, accommodations and easy access from land or sea. Come explore this historic mid-coast town nestled on beautiful Penobscot Bay and the Passagassawakeag River. A truly lovely city with striking coastal views. 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-of-a-kind items and interesting collectibles. In the Belfast area there is no shortage of fine restaurants. Their offerings present a variety of foods prepared with “down home” as well as “sophisticated” culinary skills to satisfy your taste buds ... Bon Appetite! Visit the many local and State parks in the Belfast area. Swim in the ocean at Bayside or in the warmer waters of Swan Lake or Lake St. George. Try the pool at the Belfast City Park. Tee-off at one of the area’s nine-hole golf courses. Or go horseback riding. Play tennis, even after dark on lighted courts at the
Belfast City Park. Relax and enjoy all the sights at the Belfast Harborside. While in the Belfast area, 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! Everywhere you go, you’ll find intriguing echoes of the past. A century ago, visitors came to Belfast by overnight steamer from Boston. Today, on the waterfront, the old railroad terminal is home to the Belfast Maskers, who present entertaining plays throughout the year. The terminal is just down the hill from hundred-year-old brick storefronts that house quaint boutiques, friendly taverns and exceptional restaurants.
photo by Michael Leonard
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www.thegoodtable.net
belfast
207-338-6505Belfast, ME
www.purplebaboon.com
The Purple Baboon• Gifts & Collectibles• Home Decor• Souvenirs• Cat’s Meow (local pcs)• Designer Jewelry• Soy Candles• Gourmet Foods• T-Shirts
622 U.S. Route 1Stockton Springs, ME 04981207-567-3456 • 800-453-0754
Discover Searsport—Maine’s Best Kept Secret ...
Searsport and Stockton Springs are located where the mouth of the Penobscot River flows into the beautiful Penobscot Bay. Centrally located between Camden and Bar Harbor, it is within easy reach of both Bangor and Augusta. It is here that Route 1 traverses the bay, affording the visitor breathtaking views of the Maine coastline. Gracious old sea captain’s homes that have been converted to B&B’s give that elegant turn of the century charm and hospitality.
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More than 20 years 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.
acadia & downeast This region includes the spectacular Acadia National Park, one of the most visited national parks in America. Washington County where the sun first rises on continental United States and Campobello Island, N.B. located across the International Bridge from Lubec, Maine made famous for being the summer home of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and St. Stephen, N.B. across the Ste. Croix River from its sister U.S. city Calais, Maine. Acadia National Park includes more than 40,000 acres, mostly on Mount Desert Island. The remainder of the park is located at Schoodic Point near Winter Harbor on the mainland and several islands, including the Isle au Haut. The park offers great trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Fishing and kayaking are a few other activities one can enjoy in this natural wonderland. For many, Washington County is thought of as Continental America’s last frontier. Here you can escape by yourself and hike a salt- sprayed beach at West Quoddy Head State Park or forest trail in Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge or at hundreds of other pristine areas throughout the Sunrise County and never meet another soul. Washington
photo by Bryan Spivey
hancock
FULL MENU - FAMILY DINING - OUTDOOR SEATINGFULL BAR - CELEBRATING OUR 20TH YEAR
5 MILES EAST OF ELLSWORTH ON ROUTE 1, HANCOCK, MAINE
3 TRIPS DAILY
2-HOURCRUISESSailing From Bar Harbor
Sail along the islands of Frenchman Bay• 10 a.m. • 2 p.m. • Sunset
Call for Ranger-narrated trip schedule207-288-4585 • 207-546-2927
151' 4 -MastedSchooner
4-Hour Fishing Trips Aboard the 50’ Tiger Shark! Bait and Tackle Provided!
Visit Schoodic Point - spectacular views! Call 207-288-2984
Daily Passenger Servicebetween Bar Harbor and Winter Harbor
Call 244-5882 • Boat Cell: 460-1981
Daily Passenger Servicebetween Southwest
Harbor/Manset and theCranberry Isles
www.downeastwindjammer.com • Call 207-546-2927
Fishing Trips
County is large by New England standards. From Steuben in the southwest to Danforth in the northeast the land area is larger than the states of Delaware and Rhode Island combined. The total population of 32,000 live in the County’s 44 towns and two cities.
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Gateway to Acadia/Mt. Desert and way downeastThe city of Ellsworth is located at the crossroads of U.S. Route 1, making it the perfect destination for you to discover what makes Maine so special. From here you can tour Acadia National Park and all of Mt. Desert, set off on a day safari to explore Washington County and Campobello Island, N.B., or take a day trip to Bangor and the Maine Highlands. You are invited to stay and relax in the community’s fine accommodations and dine in some of the area’s finest restaurants that offer an array of culinary choices. Fine art galleries, small shops and several malls offer a variety of shopping opportunities.
Bus: (207) 667-2300 x104Home & Fax: (207) 422-3024Cell: Laurie (207) 266-1401Cell: Mark (207) 266-6324
E-Mail: realljr@yahoo.comor markhross@yahoo.com
185 State Street • Ellsworth, ME 04605www.realtyofmaine.com
Laurie & Mark RossBrokers
acadia & downeastellsworth
William K. Milliken, Owner/BrokerJulie 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
Open M–F 9:30–5, Sat 10–3
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• Pro Shop• Snack Bar
• Riding Carts• Club Rentals
• Nine Hole Course
Brad Prout, Proprietorwww.barrenview.com
207-434-6531 • F 207-434-7651
Located on Route OneJonesboro, Maine
Have a Safe and Happy Summer!
Cherryfield Foods, Inc.4 Park Street, P.O. Box 128 • Cherryfield, ME 04622
Have a Safe and Happy Summer!
Paul T. IossaBroker/Ownerwww.jonesport.com/iossarealestateiossare@mgemaine.com
Justin KingAssociate Broker(207) 263-6143
www.waterfrontdowneast.com
Pierce-Kettering Gallery344 Main Street
Jonesport, Maine 04649(207) 497-2874
wallscaper@yahoo.com
jonesboro
cherryfield
washington countyHere on 1,000 miles of ruggedly beautiful and unspoiled Maine coast where the sun first graces America’s shores is an area that awaits your discovery. In addition to its historic shipbuilding and fishing heritage it is the blueberry capital of the world. You are invited to explore and enjoy all of way downeast.
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Flo’s Wreaths also ship trailer truckloads of their holiday products to major distributors throughout the East and Midwest.
You can place your toll free order at: 800-321-7136 or on-line at: www.floswreaths.net
Making summer treats and holiday traditions special For more than a half a century the Hanscom’s have been harvesting wild blueberries from their barrens. In mid-August, both locals and visitors alike flock to the Hanscom Ridge Road, Marshfield, facility to treat themselves to a great downeast summer tradition. In addition to their summer blueberry treats, they pioneered the development of balsam fir holiday products in downeast Maine. Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, centerpieces and other specialty holiday creations are among the natural Maine products that the Hanscoms have shipped to brighten the holiday seasons of thousands of families across America. Early November sees the beginning of the process of harvesting the finest tip ends of the balsam fir branches. The freezing nights in downeast Maine at this time of year are the perfect ingredient to slow down sap flow, allowing the needles to form a strong bond with the branches. Next comes the creative process. In the midst of the glorious fragrance of the newly cut balsam fir, creative artists at Flo’s Wreaths put their talents into the development of each holiday product. Their special storage methods assure that the fresh smell of the Maine woods lasts for months. During November and early December, they ship their creative holiday products daily to thousands of retail customers across the country.
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Machias Motor InnOverlooking the River — 38 Units
Open Year Round
Efficiency Apartments Available • Air ConditionedRefrigerator, Microwave, Coffee Pot in every room
Wireless Internet Access • Full Service Restaurant on premisesBus Tours Welcome
Across the street from Sunrise Trail
103 Main St., Machias, ME 04654Tel. (207) 255-4861 • www.machiasmotorinn.com
40 air-conditioned unitscable color TV • high-speed internet
Open All YearSharon & Peter Stackpole, Managers
231 Dublin StreetU.S. Route 1, Box 45, Machias, Maine 04654
207-255-3332
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Machias Office – 10 Hadley Lake Road, Machias, ME 04654(207) 255-9099 • (866) 636-2463
Calais Office – 317 Main Street, Calais, ME 04619(207) 454-0544 • (866) 732-4732
Jason A. Smith, Broker/Owner • (207) 263-9187Sandra Wood, Broker, ABR • (207) 263-8386
Frank Russo, Broker • (207) 263-6007Tim Merritt, Associate Broker • (207) 504-6303
Desiree McDonald, Associate Broker • (207) 952-0924Michael Evers-Jenkins, Sales Agent • (207) 745-1100
Kathleen Shannon, Sales Agent • (207) 650-8240Email: INFO@POINTEASTRE.COM
Website: WWW.POINTSEASTRE.COM
R E A L E S TAT E
Toll-Free 1-866-636-2463
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Fine Jewelry & Gifts
(207) 255-8316185 Dublin Street • Route 1 • Machias, Maine 04654
Excellent Seleion of DiamondsMaine TourmalineMaine Tourmaline
Tel. 207-255-4455berryvines@myfairpoint.net
www.berryvines.com
89 Main St., Machias, ME 04654
Visit the coastal Machias Bay areaVisit the coastal Machias Bay area(207) 255-4402
www.machiaschamber.org85 Main St., Suite 2 • Machias, ME 04654
Be the first to see the sun rise and experience so much more!Be the first to see the sun rise and experience so much more!
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Where On Earth Do You Fit In?Our Environmental Liberal Arts curriculum may be just right.
1-888-468-6866www.umm.maine.eduTOLL FREE
116 O’Brien Avenue, Machias, ME 04654
Environmental Liberal ArtsThat’s what we’re really all about at UMaine-Machias. An affordable liberal arts college, a community of individuals committed to the environment, an unspoiled Maine coast location. We may not be right for everyone, but we may be the right fit for you.
Congratulations on 60 years as a Downeast icon. From your start as Helen’s Ice Cream Take Out in 1950, you have become a landmark as a must-stop for dining when in Machias. We wish you many more years of success.
David & Julie BarkerRianne Ackley, Mgr.www.helenspies.com
111 Main StreetMachias, ME 04654
(207) 255-8423
(Almost Home)Family Restaurant Serving Steaks, Seafood
& Homemade Pies with Fast, Friendly Service
COFFIN’S
U.S. Route 1, Machias, Maine 04654Tel. (207) 255-8387
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COFFIN’S
U.S. Route 1, Machias, Maine 04654Tel. (207) 255-8387
Stop in and try something new!4 Colonial Way
Downtown Machias 207-255-8855
Summer Hours Mon.–Sat. 9–6, Sun. 10–2
Your Local Health Food Store & Cafe
All Natural & Organic Groceries & ProduceSupplementsQuality Wine, Beer & ChocolatesGluten-Free ProductsBulk Herbs & SpicesQuality Organic Pet FoodMaine Made Products
Cafe FareGourmet Pizza • SushiWraps, Sandwiches & SoupSalads & Ethnic FoodGluten-Free Snacks and other Baked Goods
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Custom Cabinetry and Projects to SuitTel. (207) 271-1275
Rt. 192, Machias, ME 04654
SAWBUCK CUSTOM WOODWORKS
HOLM INSPECTIONS, LLCASHI INSPECTION11 School St., Machias, ME 04654207-255-0770 ph/faxwww.HOLMinspections.comProfessional Home Inspection for Your Investment Peace of Mind
Kandee’s Bakery by the BayFresh Bread, Pastries & Lunch
300 E. Main Street, Machias, ME207.263.5015
15 Main Street, Machias, ME 04654 • 207-255-4649 • Tues–Fri 10am–4pmwww.bagsoragsthrift.com
JOSEPH ROBBINS 255-8544 - sunlist@midmaine.comANITA JOHNSON 255-3898 - anitaj@midmaine.comAMELIA VERBURGT 259-3985 - verburgt1137@roadrunner.comERIN HENNESSEY 255-4351 -nerinlynnhennessey@yahoo.comJEANNE WHITNEY 434-2162 - boglake@hotmail.com
Riverside Inn Restaurant
For an award-winning dining experience and exceptional accommodations, call for reservations: 207-255-4134
www.riversideinn-maine.comU.S. Route 1, PO Box 373, East Machias, ME 04630
Award-winning gourmet restaurant Riverside Inn Restaurant of East Machias, Maine, is a downeast prize to savor. The International Travel Group, Legion d’Honneur du Voyage, selected the Riverside Inn of East Machias, Maine, for its prestigious award of Best Gourmet Restaurant in Maine. Here you will find entrées prepared and presented to perfection.
$99.00 Install Fee Residential Rate - $35.99/month
Business High-Capacity Broadband Internet Service � Choice of Speeds – Up to 5 Mb Symmetrical � Easy Economic Expandability � Redundant Internet Connectivity – Up to 50 Mb Dedicated Circuit
ALSO OFFERING: � Computer Repair & Upgrades � Web Design � Web Hosting � Computer Sales & Service � Business Consultation � Professional Services � Onsite & Offsite Support � Managed Services � VoIP – Voice over Internet Protocol � Surveillance Cameras � Training
$99 Install Fee | Residential Rate: $35.99/monthBusiness High-Capacity Broadband Internet Service
• Choice of Speeds - Up to 5Mb Symmetrical• Easy, Economic Expandability• Redundant Internet Connectivity - Up to 50Mb Dedicated Circuit
Also Offering: Computer Repair & Upgrades, Web Design, Web Hosting, Computer Sales & Service, Business Consultation,
Professional Services, Onsite & Offsite Support, Managed Services, VoIP - Voice over Internet Protocol, Surveillance Cameras, Training
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FRESH BAKED BREAD DAILYMADE-TO-ORDER SANDWICHESPIZZA • CHICKEN • BURGERS
ICE COLD BEER & SODAAGENCY LIQUOR STOREOpen 7 Days 6AM–8PM
733-4432ROUTE 1 WHITING
THE PUFFIN PINES COUNTRY GIFT STOREMinnetonka Moccasins!
Novelty Socks - Books - Jewelry - Artwork - Knick-KnacksGreat Kid’s Corner - Roy Toys - Greeting Cards - Post Cards ... and so much more!
VISA - MC - DiscoverYear-Round 50% Off Table!
TOURIST INFORMATION
Mon. thru Sat. 10AM to 5PM240 U.S. Route 1, Whiting, ME 04691 (207) 733-9762
www.puffinpines.com
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machias wild blueberry festivalDowntown Machias • August 20–22, 2010For more information, contact the Chamber at 207-255-4402.
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97 Main Street • Machias, ME 04654
(207) 255-6116
The Blue Lobster GallerySeascape artist
Jane Diggins Harnedycelebrates 30 years
of painting the Maine coast
The Day in the Life of a Blue Lobster
Oil, 20x24
Acadia SurfMixed Media, 4x6
High SurfOil, 26x30
2 Pettegrow Point RoadMachiasport, ME 04655
Tel. 207-255-5813jharnedy@maineline.net
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 by chance or appointment
Capturing the Spirit of the Sea around her has been the focus of artist Jane Diggins Harnedy’s work for the past three decades. The summer of 2010 marks the 30th anniversary of her studio and Blue Lobster Gallery. Just off the beaten path in the
picturesque village of Bucks Harbor, Machiasport you will find Jane’s Blue lobster Gallery located in a completely refurbished 1890 barn overlooking the harbor. No trip down east is complete without a visit to this exciting gallery.
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Monica’s Chocolates New Home is a Must-VisitAward winning Monica’s Chocolates has moved to its large new home at 100 County Road, (Route 189) Lubec to better serve both its local customers and visitors to our down east region. Our spacious rooms will provide opportunity to browse and to enjoy our beautifully landscaped facility. Ample parking is available. Come and meet us at our new home and enjoy a Peruvian coffee, hot chocolate or tea.
www.ucboldcoastrealty.comemail: debbie@boldcoast.com
Online Auctions: www.onlineunitedcountry.com
Open 7 days5am to 8pm
The Wharf The last full-time, working sardine factory that had been housed in an historic 100-year-old building with a large wharf on Johnson Bay in Lubec, Maine was not on the Trafford’s list of purchases. They had recently sold their Florida business and wanted a new life adventure as they planned for their early retirement and after a carefree trip to downeast Maine, decided that Lubec was the spot they would retire and make their new life. They saw great potential in the vacant sardine factory and after much thought and counsel purchased the facility. Their goal was to return the facility with its wharf to a working waterfront business. Summer 2009 launched the fruition of this goal. An oceanfront lifestyle and lodging at The Wharf ’s beautifully furnished apartments and suites are now available. The suites share a larger unit with kitchen, dining areas, sitting areas and laundry. Each suit has a private bath and cozy living rooms with wonderful ocean views. The apartments have two bedrooms and baths as well as a living room, dining room and den with a balcony overlooking the ocean.
Oceanfront Lifestyle Enjoy Lodging in our Apartments & Suites
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Homemade Sandwiches • Salads • Pizza • MeatsDeli • Beer • Ice • Lottery • Gas & Diesel
Only PIZZA In Town Open LateHrs. M-F 5:30am-10pm • Sat & Sun 7-10
94 Main Street, Lubec, Maine 04652(207) 733-2422
Last stop before Campobello Island, N.B., Canada
Open Daily May through October
Dining on the Wharf
Diesel & Gas fuel for pleasure and working crafts on the dock
Available for Weddings & Special PartiesRobert Del Papa • host/owner
167 Water Street, Eastport, ME 04631Tel. (207) 853-4700
EASTPORT CHOWDER HOUSE
Specializing in SeafoodServing
Lunch & DinnerFull Lounge
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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), approximately eight miles down Route 190 from its intersection with Route 1 in Perry. 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. In the early 1900s, the small city of Eastport had more than 20 sardine canneries. 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. The Rayes and their staff welcome tours of the mill, which also features The Pantry Store, a full-service gift shop featuring Maine crafted foods and gifts, as well as take-out.
Eastport Windjammer CruisesJoin us for a 3-hour Whale Watch on-board the historic schooner Sylvina W. Beal. 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!
3-hour Whale Watch Cruises
2-hour Sunset Sail
Private and Group Cruises
We sail 7 days a week, weather permitting. Reservations recommended.
Call Eastport Windjammers(207) 853-2500
Please call for times of Sunset Sails, as they change throughout the season.
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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, and 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. True to its family heritage, the fifth generation of the Wadsworth family gathered up what remained of the business after the storm and moved to its present location at 42 Water Street in the center of Eastport’s downtown Historic Center.
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FDR returns to Campobello Island as U.S. President in June 1933 aboard the Amberjack II.
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free gift!Present this article at the Visitor’s Center Desk for a free gift while the supply lasts.Trace a great heritage while you enjoy your visit to the park.
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Summer 2010 Marks the 46th Anniversary of the Roosevelt International Park 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. 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. Back by popular demand are complimentary outside walking tours of the estate and on-site presentations of seashore and bog ecology (staff and weather permitting). The Roosevelt cottage opens on the Saturday following Victoria Day (Sat. prior to Memorial Day) through Canadian Thanksgiving (U.S. Columbus Day) 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. ADT. The park’s visitor center will remain open through October 31 to accommodate fall visitors. The visitors center offers interpretive displays, a short introductory video and a selection of memorabilia items.
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campobello island, n.b.
106 Water StreetEastport, ME 04631
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The Chocolate Museum The Chocolate Museum has unveiled its Chocolate Discovery Centre. This “rediscovery” of chocolate features many new exhibits including on-site, live production of Ganong’s exclusive hand-dipped and handcrafted chocolates! Visitors can watch the skilled workers demonstrating their age-old talent of coating chocolates by hand as well as observe them packing the chocolates in boxes. An extremely creative, 3-D, trompe-l’oel exhibit will also be available for viewing. The Chocolate Discovery Centre answers everything you ever wanted to know about chocolate. Visitors are invited through interactive games and quizzes to test their knowledge of where chocolate come from, how it is made and where it journeys by ship before landing at production sites around the world. In addition, you will be able to test your skill at “packing the chocolate box;” watch videos about candymaking and the Ganong family; and investigate wonderful exhibits. You will also be able to enjoy lots of chocolate treats.
A “sweet,” inviting local Museum featuring historic chocolate and candy-making processes on video; antique chocolate boxes, candymaking equipment and
Evangeline images; interactive computer displays; games and lots of chocolate treats.
Tel: (506) 466-7848 • Fax: (506) 466-7701Email: chocolatemuseum@nb.aibn.com
www.chocolatemuseum.ca
Experience the fine art of chocolate making from over 130 years of family tradition. In this re-creation of an old-fashioned candy store, discover the exquisite tastes of
hand-crafted truffles, double-dipped cherries, Ganong original Chicken Bones and much, much more!
Tel: (506) 465-5611 or 188-426-6647, ext. 642www.ganong.com
73 MILLTOWN BLVD.ST. STEPHEN, N.B. E3L IG5
st. stephen
baring
663 Main Street, Calais, Maine 04619207-454-7111 • 1-800-439-5531 • Fax 207-454-8017
Olympic-Sized Heated Pool, Hot TubExercise Room • Fully Licensed Restaurant 70-Unit Motel • AAA approvedFree Internet accessAll major Credit Cards acceptedPets welcome with small charge
If it’s happeningin Calais,
it’s happening at theCalais Motor Inn!
John Marchese, Manager
calais
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bangor
For More Than A Decade Thistles Has Been Bangor’s Premier International Restaurant Thistles Restaurant on downtown Exchange Street in the Queen City has always possessed a special ambience but its newly completed rejuvenation in gorgeous modern décor makes it an even more special place to enjoy fine dining. Live music provides 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.
Wells FargoHomeMortgage is a division ofWells FargoBank,N.A.©2009Wells FargoBank,N.A.All rights reserved. #68120 11/09-11/10
Reversemortgagesfor seniors 62 or older
Call today formore information.Rae Ann Rice1 Cumberland Place, #214Bangor, Maine 04401207-974-8996
july 4 Independence Day 30–Aug. 8 Maine State Fair
august 27–29 American Folk FestivalFor other events, contact the Chamber of Commerce at (207) 947-0307
area events
Come Celebrate and Enjoy the Spectacular Katahdin Region In the spiritual traditions of the Penobscot Indian people, Mt. Katahdin is so sacred that it would be sacrilegious for one of them to climb to the top of the mountain. They believe that the highest god in their spiritual system, Glukab sent the lower angry god, Pamola to Pamola Peak for eternity because of his bad behavior. This legendary region captures the minds and hearts of visitors each year. Once you visit, you’ll want to return. The Katahin Region consists of the towns of Medway, East Millinocket, Millinocket, Patten and Sherman. In addition to excellent accommodations, fine dining and entertainment there is the Ambejejus Boom House on Ambejejus Lake which displays an excellent selection of driving memorabilia and the Millinocket Historical Society Museum which displays many aspects of the area’s unique history. Recreational opportunities abound from hiking in Baxter State Park to white water rafting on the Penobscot River or fly fishing on one of the region’s many remote ponds and streams. A camera is an essential item to preserve your adventure.
Lennie’s SuperetteJaimie & Michelle Wallace
Gas • Beer • Soda • Coffee • Pizza • SubsLottery • ATM • Groceries
Worms & CrawlersSouvenirs
www.lenniessuperette.com2154 Medway Road, Medway, Maine 04460
Phone: (207) 746-5100Hours: 5 am – 10 pm
Resident & Non-Resident Fishing & Hunting Licences
medway
photo by Michael Leonard
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millinocketAntiques • Gifts • Resale Clothing
Handmade and Sterling Silver Jewelry Maine Made Products
Country Junction Crock Candles Mia Bella Candles • Tuxedo Rentals
555 Central Street, Millinocket, MaineMon–Fri 10–4 Sat 10–2
67 Prospect Street | Millinocket, Maine | (207) 723-8399www.dicensiinc.com
Summer Hours: Mon–Fri 7–6, Sat 7–2, Closed Sunday
Italian FoodWorth Looking For
Free Continental BreakfastFree Internet Service
Indoor Heated Pool & Hot Tub
Minutes from Baxter State ParkOff I-95, Exit 244
10 miles on Rt. 157 to Millinocket
740 Central Street, Millinocket, ME 04462207-723-4555 • 1-800-424-6423
FAX: 207-723-6480
e-mail: gm.me052@choicehotels.comwww.choicehotels.com
The Pelletier Loggers Family Restaurant Bar & Grill is a Must-Stop In March, the Pelletier family of Millinocket made famous in their role in the much loved Discovery Channel’s TV series American Loggers opened a great fun new restaurant in downtown Millinocket. The family spent nearly a million dollars to create the special environment they wanted to share. Family memorabilia such as a truck grille, license plates, deer and moose trophies shot by several of the brothers adorn the walls. The wait staff wear Pelletier logging uniforms. When in the Katahdin area the Pelletiers’ new restaurant is a must stop for fun and great dining.
Rt. 157 (JUST OFF I-95, EXIT 244)
www.medwaygateway.com
Congratulations to the Gateway Inn on your 15th Anniversary!
57 Penobscot AvenueMillinocket, ME
phone: 207-723-6100email: info@pelletierloggersfamilyrestaurant.com
Hours:Sunday–Thursday
5am–9pm (Bar open til 1am)
Friday and Saturday5am–10pm (Bar open til 1am)
Function Room Available Upstairs
www.pelletierloggersfamilyrestaurant.comwww.americanloggers.com
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Katahdin Region
july 4th Independence Day
august 13–22 Medway Celebration 14 Annual Wooden Arts/Canoe Festival
september 10–12 Trails End Festival For other events, contact the Chamber of Commerce at (207) 723-4443
Moosehead Lake Region
july 4 Independence Day
august 13–14 Forest Heritage Days
september 10–12 International Sea Plane Fly-InFor other events, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 1-888-876-2778
area events
• Attractive rooms• Air-conditioned• Cable TV• Pool• Hot Tub• Fully-equipped
community kitchen
1/2 mi. off I-95, Exit 244Route 157, Medway, ME 04460
207-746-5162 • 1-800-593-2267e-mail: customerservice@katahdinshadowsmotel.com
Visit our website: www.katahdinshadowsmotel.com
KATAHDIN SHADOWS MOTEL
www.westbranchaviation.com
PLANE RIDES
Aviation LLC
Millinocket Municipal Airport 207-723-4375
Flight InstructionAircraft Rental
Aerial Moose ToursScenic Flights
millinocket
Effie’s Bakery & Catering LLC551 Central Street • Millinocket, ME 04462
Serving Breakfast & Lunch • Eat in or Take OutHours Tue-Fri 6:30-3:00& Sat 7:30-1:00
(Closed Sunday & Monday)www.effiesbakeryandcatering.vpweb.com
193 Central Street, Millinocket, ME 04462www.TheYoungHouseBandB.com
Tel. 207-723-5452
5 Guest Rooms featuring:Private bath • Air conditioning
Ceiling fan • Cable TV with DVD playerWireless Internet
Plenty of pillows and towels
Also offering catering for your special event:
Private dinners, baby & wedding showers, anniversary & birthday parties,
holiday parties.
Open Year Round!
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The legendary Moosehead Lake stands as the center piece of this pristine section of Maine. The lake itself is nearly forty miles long and twelve miles wide surrounded with break taking scenery along the shore and gorgeous mountains including Mount Kineo which rises over 760 feet straight above the surface of the lake. If you enjoy nature and outdoor activities, the Moosehead Lake area is a perfect match for this summer’s fun. Do not leave home without your camera as you will want to capture all of your outdoor experiences on film especially the photos of moose and other wildlife.
Spalding, Mellon & MunsterMoosehead Real Estate
TEL. (207) 534-7200Elizabeth Munster
Broker/Owner
P.O. Box 44, Rockwood, ME 04478www.rockwoodmaine.com
REPAIRS • BOATS • SNOWMOBILES • ATVS & CARS • INSPECTION STATION
A Maine Tradition for 90 yearsMaynard’s in Maine
P.O. Box 220, Rockwood, ME 04478(207) 534-7703 (866) 699-0857
for more information: www.maynardsinmaine.com
rockwood
If you are a fishing, boating, hunting, or outdoor enthusiast, then Indian Hill Trading Post has what you are looking for. From groceries to sporting supplies and boats, Indian Hill has it all, including a gas station open 24 hours a day. No need to stop for anything on the drive up, just pull in at the top of the hill and visit us.
CampingFishingBoatingHuntingWinter GearApparel
FootwearGrocer iesDel iBaker yBeerWine
Agency L iquor Store24 Hr Mobi l GasName Brand Gear & ApparelOld Town Canoe Sales & RentalOld Town Kayak Sales & RentalExper t Advice
The “MUST STOP”for any f ishing, boating, hunting, or outdoor enthusiast.
T R A D I N G P O S T S U P E R M A R K E T
148 Moosehead Lake Rd | Greenville | ME | 207 695 2104 | www.indianhill.com
& the Great North Woodsmoosehead
A Maine Sporting Camp Tradition for More Than 90 Years For 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. This past year, Billy Maynard landed a 29.67lb. togue on Moosehead Lake measuring 41” long. His huge catch beats the old Moosehead Lake record set in 1961 of a 28lb., 12 oz. 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. For addition information, call (207) 534-7703 or 1-888-518-2055 or visit them on the web at: www.maynardsinmaine.com.
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& the Great North Woodsmoosehead
Guided Tours Starting June 24th:Wed.–Fri 1 to 4 p.m.
Admission: $5 Adults & $2 Children
mooseheadhistory@myfairpoint.net
moosehead
Sailing late June thru Columbus Day Closed Sun. & Mon.Tel: (207) 695-2716 Fax (207) 695-2367
PO Box 1151 Greenville ME 04441www.katahdincruises.com
OPEN YEAR ROUND
Wilsons On Moosehead LakeLodging Lakefront Cottages
Canoes and Boats with Motors Available for Rent
Fly fish the world famous East OutletFISH • HUNT • ATV
www.WilsonsOnMooseheadLake.com207-695-2549
photo by Michael Leonardphoto by Michael Leonard
PORTLAND 207-780-96681100 Brighton AvenueI95 � exit 48 � Left turn at light� Go straight through one light �Turn left at the 2nd set of lights.Go straight on Brighton Ave. Thenthe Pine Tree Shopping Center ison your right.
PRESQUE ISLE 207-762-3417803 Main StreetI95 North to Houlton � Rt 1 North toPresque Isle. Marden’s is on the left.
HOULTON 207-532-9125120 North StreetI95 � exit 302. Marden’s is on your right.
LINCOLN 207-794-201328-32 Main StreetI95 � exit 227. Rightturn off exit �At intersection, turnleft onto Rt 2 �1-1/2 mile stop light� Left turn ontoMain Street.
CALAIS 207-454-1421189 Main StreetI95 � exit 182A� 395E � Rt9E � Rt 1S Follow to Canada.Marden’s is on the left just be-fore the border. Furniture/Floor-ing store is on right across fromMcDonalds. Ph. 207-454-1459
ELLSWORTH 207-669-6036461 High StreetI-95 � exit 182A� 395E � Merge ontoRt1A to Ellsworth � Rt 1A becomes Rt 1and Rt 3 North � Follow High St./Rt. 3E� Marden’s is 1.3 miles on the right.
BREWER 207-989-1750564 Wilson StreetI95 � exit 182A� 395E � Parkwayexit � Right turn � Traffic light. Rightturn onto Wilson Street.WATERVILLE 207-873-6112
458 Kennedy Memorial DriveFrom the South: I95 � exit 127 � Turn rightoff the ramp. Marden’s is on the right. Fromthe North: Take a left off the ramp � gothrough intersection, Marden’s is on the right.
SANFORD 207-324-12391247 Main StreetI95 � exit 19 � Right turn ontoRt. 109. � 20 minutes. Marden’sis on the left.
BIDDEFORD 207-571-3023435 Elm StreetI95 � exit 32 � Go straight � Atsecond traffic light, turn left ontoRt. 1. Marden’s is1 mile down on the right.
GRAY 207-657-262665 West Gray RoadI95 � exit 63. Turn Left.Marden’s is 1/2 mile on left.
LEWISTON 207-786-0313750 Main StreetI95 � exit 80. Follow signs forLewiston � 196W � Right turnonto 202 � 3-4 miles. Marden’sis on the left.
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MADAWASKA81 Fox StreetI95 North to Houlton � Rt 1 North toMadawaska � Left onto 25th Ave. � Leftonto Fox St. Marden’s is on the right.
RUMFORD 207-369-9650River Valley Crossing Shopping Center1016 US Rt. 2I95 � exit 75 � North on Rt 4, for 25miles � Slight left onto Rt 108 for 21miles � Rt 108 becomes Rt 2 �Marden’s is on the right.
We carry: clothing,shoes, hardware, furniture,
flooring, fabric, housewares,
general merchandise andseasonal items!
www.mardens.com
our inventorycomes from
unlikely sources:closeouts,
bankruptcies,salvage losses
and moreThere’s sure to be aMarden’s along your way.be sure to stop in andsee why we’re maine’sbest rainy day activity!
SCARBOROUGH 207-883-6644451 Payne RoadI95 � exit 45 � Exit right after tollbooth � turn left at light ontoPayne Rd. � Marden’s is approx.3/4 mile on your left.
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