Spring, Summer, Fall: Crocket Cove Woods Preserve is located a few miles northwest of Stonington. Just past the village of Burnt Cove turn left onto Whitman Road and follow it until the black top ends where you will find a small parking lot with a registration box. This hundred acre parcel is very diverse. A fog forest is located here. A mature forest of pine, fir and spruce that thrive in the dank, mossy and foggy environment. A short self guided nature path welcomes any traveler who is fortunate enough to find this gem of a forest. The Crocket Cove Woods Preserve is open during daylight hours and is free of admission.
Tag: Summer
Stinson Neck: Haystack Mountain School Of Crafts
Summer: Designed in the early 60’s Haystack Mountain School Of Crafts offers summer instruction to about 80 students per session, during the months of June, July and August. The curriculum is varried and includes everything from woodworking to water color. For spectators their is a nature trail on the property but the studios can only be visited during the weekly tour, which is held on Wednesdays at 1PM from June through August. Next time you are looking for a new experience why not head Downeast to the Haystack Mountain School Of Crafts.
Wild Blueberry Festival: Machias
Summer: The annual Wild Blueberry Festival is a celebration of what else? The blueberry. It is no secret that the Down East region of Maine produces nearly 85% of the world’s blueberries and the residents of the area are proud of that fact and it shows. There is certainly no lack of exciting events for the entire family. A Main Street parade, blueberry farm tours,magic shows, fabulous food, fireworks, crafts and fine art by regional artists, live music, and more. The festival is usually held during the third week of August. Next time you are Downeast stop and see the Machias Bay area where America greets the sun.
Nova Scotia Journey: The Cat Is The Sleekest Ride
Summer, Fall: If you are planning a trip this year you may want to consider traveling aboard The Cat. This innovative ferry boat is shaped like a catamaran and is capable of carrying 775 passengers and 240 cars at highway speeds to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.With it’s open seating, casino, movies and scheduled entertainment you are sure to enjoy this sceneic ride across the Gulf of Maine. Be sure to pack a sweater, sunglasses and a camera because the views are spectacular along the coast.The trip from Bar Harbor takes three hours and from Portland just over five hours. Either way, The Cat is the coolest ride and best means between Maine and Nova Scotia.
Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge: Easternmost National Refuge Center
Summer, Winter, Spring, Fall: Located just southwest of Calais you will find Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge encompasses 17,000 acres and visitors can find plenty to do while visiting this easternmost national wildlife refuge. The gates were first opened in 1937 to serve as a breeding ground for birds and other animals as well as a refuge. There are over 50 miles of roads and trails, fantastic camping spots, perfect fishing spots in one of the many ponds and lakes, bird watching, cross country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter there is something for everyone. While you are there take a trip over to Eastport, the most eastern part of the US and be the first one in US to greet the morning sun. It is a beautiful area of Maine that you don’t want to miss.