Archive for November, 2009

Whale Watching Is A Must When Exploring Downeast and Eastport

Passamaquoddy Bay offers a diversity and abundance of whales in the summer and fall months. Along with dolphins, porpoises, seals, and numerous bird species, a trip on the bay is entertaining and educational for all ages. The following are a list of the whales that you might possibly see while cruising around the bay.

Three Reasons to Make Eastport Your Autumn Getaway

Autumn is here with cooler temperatures, colorful foliage and less traffic on Maine’s coastal roads. Check out the real Downeast Maine and plan a weekend getaway to Eastport, the easternmost city in the United States. Here are three reasons why we think you will enjoy a weekend on Moose Island.

New Eastport Gallery Opening Up on 8 Boynton Street

The yet unnamed gallery on 8 Boynton Street (formerly, the Spinnaker Realty office) will open up this Friday, November 13th at 5pm for an evening of entertainment.

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Plan a Trip to West Quoddy Head Lighthouse & State Park

Quintessential coastal Maine at its finest. What more is there to say about the West Quoddy Head Lighthouse! The visual beauty of the lighthouse, the grounds, and the setting are a trifecta to the senses.

Why is the Blueberry Important?

Besides tasting fabulous as you pick, bake, cook, or can them, blueberries are a crucial crop in the Washington county economy. One of the largest counties east of the Mississippi River, Washington county (or the Sunrise county), produces 90% of the nation’s blueberry crop! Blueberry barrens (where the wild blueberry grows) have sandy soil and…full article

Walking Eastport is the Way to Go

Comprising less than four square miles, Eastport is the perfect city to walk in! Besides the scenery, wildlife is abundant on and around the island. Bald eagles, minke whales, and seals are just some of the animals you might encounter, so bring binoculars if you have them. Also, the island is filled with apple trees,…full article

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Shackford Head State Park Offers Inspiring Views of Bay

Located on Moose Island and one of America’s most eastern points, Shackford Head State Park, overlooking Cobscook Bay offers visitors several miles of hiking trails, picnic tables, and wildlife watching.

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