In the Area
Mid-coast Maine (from Brunswick to Belfast) is a great place to explore. In addition to a variety of bookstores and art galleries and restaurants, there are fine museums. Portland is an hour and fifteen minutes away. Throughout the Damariscotta region, various nature conservancies have opened up guided trails. Tidewater Way has two kayaks and two canoes and because our river is tidal, the water is usually warm enough for a swim in July and August. In the winter, the field around the Cape has a gradual slope and is excellent for either cross country skiing or snowshoeing. The Camden Snowbowl is the closest site for downhill skiing. Finally, The Lincoln County News is a wonderful resource for learning about what is going on in the area. For those who come for an intentional retreat, there are two off-site opportunities for reflection. To the east in Rockland, the Rockland breakwater is a 3/4 mile linear labyrinth with a light house at the end. To the west is The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.FINE MUSEUMS
Portland Museum of Art, PortlandPeary-MacMillan Arctic Museum, Brunswick
Maine Maritime Museum, Bath
The Farnsworth Museum, Rockland
SUMMER MUSIC
Bay Chamber Concerts, RockportSalt Bay Chamberfest, Damariscotta
THEATER
Maine State Music Theater, BrunswickLincoln Theater, Damariscotta
Waldo Theater, Waldoboro
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Healthy Maine WalksDamariscotta River Association (hiking trails)
Boothbay Region Land Trust (hiking trails)
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens (248 waterfront acres in Boothbay)
Pemaquid Beach, lighthouse & more
Reid State Park
The Camden Snowbowl, Camden

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