Activities in Central Maine Coast
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Cap'n Fish's Boat Trips
Cap'n Fish's Boat Trips offers four-hour whale-watching trips (adult/child aged six to 10 years $38/25).
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Mistress
Although traveling by schooner largely went out of style at the dawn of the 20th century, adventurers can still explore the rugged Maine coast on sailing vessels known as windjammers. A dozen of these multi-masted vessels anchor at Rockland, and each offers trips ranging from three to 11 days around Penobscot Bay and further up the coast. Travelers will explore towns and islands, stopping for hiking, sightseeing, or shopping. They also take their meals on the boat (expect sunset dinners and plenty of lobster). Bunks below decks are basic shared quarters, with shared toilets and showers; private cabins are available on some boats. Mistress, a 46ft schooner, offers an intim…
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Victory Chimes
Although traveling by schooner largely went out of style at the dawn of the 20th century, adventurers can still explore the rugged Maine coast on sailing vessels known as windjammers. A dozen of these multi-masted vessels anchor at Rockland, and each offers trips ranging from three to 11 days around Penobscot Bay and further up the coast. Travelers will explore towns and islands, stopping for hiking, sightseeing, or shopping. They also take their meals on the boat (expect sunset dinners and plenty of lobster). Bunks below decks are basic shared quarters, with shared toilets and showers; private cabins are available on some boats. The largest in the fleet, this classic 132…
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Maine Windjammer Association
Although traveling by schooner largely went out of style at the dawn of the 20th century, adventurers can still explore the rugged Maine coast the old-fashioned way: onboard fleet sailing vessels known as windjammers. A dozen of these multi-masted vessels anchor at Rockland and offer trips ranging from three to 11 days around Penobscot Bay and further up the coast.
Powered by the winds, travelers will explore towns and islands along the way, stopping for hiking, sightseeing, or shopping. They also take their meals on the boat (expect sunset dinners and plenty of lobster - meals are generally excellent). For a complete list of schooner companies and the rundown on vessels,…
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American Eagle
Although traveling by schooner largely went out of style at the dawn of the 20th century, adventurers can still explore the rugged Maine coast on sailing vessels known as windjammers. A dozen of these multi-masted vessels anchor at Rockland, and each offers trips ranging from three to 11 days around Penobscot Bay and further up the coast. Travelers will explore towns and islands, stopping for hiking, sightseeing, or shopping. They also take their meals on the boat (expect sunset dinners and plenty of lobster). Bunks below decks are basic shared quarters, with shared toilets and showers; private cabins are available on some boats. American Eagle accommodates 26 passengers …
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Maine Photographic Workshops
One of the world’s leading instructional centers in photography, film and digital media, this institute offers more than 250 workshops and master classes throughout the year, with classes for both beginners and professionals. Intensive one-week workshops (costing from $895 per week) are taught by leaders in their fields. Changing exhibitions of student and faculty work are displayed in Union Hall.
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Castine Kayak
For trips out onto the water, stop by Castine Kayak which offers two-hour sunset trips ($40), full-day paddles ($105) or even overnight island-hopping excursions. Bicycle rental is also available (from $28 per day). It’s located behind Dennett’s Wharf restaurant on the harbor.
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Midcoast Kayak
Midcoast Kayak offers an enticing selection of kayaking tours (full-moon paddles, sunset excursions) and classes, as well as rentals ($39 to $49 full day). Among the attractions on the water: Muscongus Bay, the Damariscotta River, Franklin Island Light and Damariscove Island.
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Ducktrap Kayak Rentals
To explore the coast at a leisurely paddle, contact Ducktrap Kayak Rentals, which rents kayaks and offers guided coastal kayak tours, starting at $30 per person.
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Balmy Days Cruises
Balmy Days Cruises runs one-hour harbor tours (adult/child aged three to 12 years $14/7) and day trips to Monhegan Island (adult/child $38/25).
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Maine Sport
To explore the coast at a leisurely pace, both kayak and bicycle rental are available at Maine Sport.
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Tidal Transit
Tidal Transit leads three-hour kayak tours ($35 to $40) up coastal waters where wildlife abounds.
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Bicycle Rental
Bicycle Rental is available from around US$28 per day. It's located behind Dennett's Wharf restaurant on the harbor.
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Eastwind
Hop aboard a stately 64ft windjammer for a 2½-hour sail-powered cruise; there are four trips daily.
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