Blue Harbor House

“The view from the forested slopes of Mount Battie straight down to the forest of masts in Camden Harbor is one of the most dramatic in New England — and never more beautiful than in fall,” writes Michael Blanding, author of the article. “For a closer look at the trees, hike nearby Mount Megunticook or Bald Rock Mountain.”

Of course, everyone who lives here already knows how beautiful Camden is in the Fall.  We would love you to experience the magnificent beauty for yourselves.  We hope to see you soon!

For all you blueberry lovers, the Coastal Mountains Land Trust is offering a free blueberry pick from 8.30am-2pm on Sat 07 August. Mmm….

 Beech Hill Preserve is managed for the purpose of maintaining the property’s scenic beauty, historic value, grassland bird habitat, and organic blueberry production.   Beech Nut, the historic stone Hut on the summit, will be open to the public Fri Aug6th from 2.00pm-6.00 pm., and Sat Aug 07th from 10.00am -2.00pm.

ROCKLAND – Friends of the Rockland Public Library are sponsoring a tour of “Our Neighbors’ Gardens” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 17 to help support the library.

The tour will feature nine area gardens, including an English inspired garden, a sculpture garden and a formal garden.

Tickets are available at the Rockland Public Library and at Caravans, 415 Main St. in Rockland, for $12 advance or $15 the day of the tour.

For information or to buy tickets, contact the Rockland Public Library at 594-0310.

For those that are interested in learning about Aldermere Farm and the Belted Galloways that came all the way from Scotland in  1950,  here is your opportunity!   The visitors center is open Monday and Tuesday  2.00-4.00pm, starting July 12th. Wed 10.00- 4.00, Thurs 10.00-5.00 and Fri  and Sat 10.00-2.00pm.  There are also  various ‘Beltie’ retail items for sale.

Take a relaxing and scenic  evening sail  on the Schooner ‘Olad’, out of Camden Harbor,  7.15pm-9.15 pm.  Watch the sun go down behind the mountains of Camden Hills State Park; then turn seaward and watch the moonrise over the islands of Penobscot Bay! B.Y.O.B.   Cost $35.00 /pp. Sound good?  Give us a call at the Blue Harbor House 207 236 3196, and we will arrange it for you.

The Festival of Independence is coming!  For four days throughout  the midcoast (July 1-4) you can celebrate our nation’s birthday with everything from music, to plays, to hiking and biking, to parades, and of course, fireworks!

Don’t miss it!  For more information visit www.visitcamden.com

On Saturday & Sunday, June 19 & 20, the Owls Head Transportation Museum celebrates America’s passion for cool cars with its Hot Rods, Customs Meet & Antique Aeroplane Show. 
As part of the day’s activities the Museum will actively demonstrate a few of its turn-of-the-century automobiles as well as give free rides in Ford Model Ts. Special children’s activities and Museum tours are planned.  This is one of the Transport museums most popular events.  Lots of fun for the whole family.

Here is a fun and informative way to spend a couple of hours on  the Midcoast of Maine.   Avena Botanicals’ Apothecary and Herb Garden offers free garden herb walks led by owner, gardener, educator and herbalist, Deb Soule.  June 16th and June 30th. Time 3.30-4.30. It is free, and only a few minutes drive from the Inn.  The apothecary store will be open till 5.00pm.  Try some of their Fairy Flower  moisturising creme, lavender, or unscented.   Natural and  organic – it is lovely!

Schooner ‘Olad’ has a super Father’s Day gift.  Dad will receive half off the regular rate when accompanied by a family member.  Book a two night stay at the Blue Harbor House Inn, and we will pay the other half! (subject to  availability)   Book online and quote ‘Olad’ special when booking. www.blueharborhouse.com 
Set sail from Camden harbor, 10.00am, 12.30pm, and 5.15 pm 

A celebration of the Summer Solstice takes place June 19th, in Rockland, just a few miles from Camden.  Time - from 5-9 pm on Main Street. This annual event offers something for the whole family.  Main Street will be closed to traffic for the evening and there will be live music, entertainment, street dancing, food and special events. A fun evening!