2016 Bucksport Bay Area Visitor's Guide

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Welcome to our region!

As you look through this guide I trust you will notice that there is a great deal to enjoy in our area and that the space on the map between Belfast to Bangor, Bangor to Ellsworth and back again, has a lot to offer. One of the best things about Maine is the diversity of its small towns from fishing ports to great spots along our rivers and ponds. There is an entrepreneurial spirit here that I have not encountered any other place I have lived. That spirit creates a huge variety of shops and services that are owned and operated by men and women that live, work and care about right here.

When you support our local businesses you are supporting the entire community.

Every one of these hard working individuals gives time, talent and money to make this area the best place to Eat, Play, Shop and Stay. Make sure you thank them when you walk through their doors and tell them “the Chamber sent you!�

The Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the prosperity and quality of life in our area so that the citizens and business community will thrive. One of our many objectives, and part of our strategic plan, is connecting business to community. We have found one of the best ways to achieve this goal is to have a diverse, enthusiastic and involved membership.

If you are a business owner, we invite you to join the Chamber and get personally involved in working with us toward achieving our goals and ensuring the continued success of your communities.

Wishing you prosperity, Leslie Wombacher Executive Director Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 Welcome from the Chamber 5 Dine 8 Stay 11 Play 14 Shop 15 Good to Know

16 Area Map 18 Greater Bucksport Bay Area 23 Schedule of Events 24 Living Here 27 Business Directory 31 Walking Trail Maps

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DINE Your dining experience will be unique – from the elegant to the casual. Stopping to enjoy a bite to eat provides not only a great meal but also a chance to relax during a busy day. Bucksport and its surrounding communities have terrific places to do just that.

Grab a coffee and stop by one of the friendly storefronts or the Chamber and let

us help you get off to a fantastic start to your adventures. Breakfast is served and served well around here, we have all the classic breakfast fare including homemade hash, thick Belgium style waffles or homemade organic baked treats.

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DINE DINING GUIDE Bucksport House of Pizza 207.469.7511 132 Main Street, Bucksport Italian • Pizza • Subs

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Carrier’s Mainely Lobster 207.469.1011 Corner of Route 1 & 46, Bucksport Seafood • Burgers • Ice Cream

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Dino's Diner 207.223.5200 136 Main Street, Winterport American • Breakfast • Mediterranean

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Harbor View Grille 207.469.3396 96 Main Street, Bucksport American (Traditional)

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Island Rise & Shine 207.469.1110 1 Maple Street, Verona Island Breakfast • Brunch

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JD's Island Market 207.469.6144 70 US Route 1, Verona Island Seafood • Sandwiches

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MacLeod’s Restaurant & Bar 207.469.3963 63 Main Street, Bucksport Seafood • American (Traditional)

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Mountain View Variety 207.469.2014 960 Acadia Highway, Orland Pizza • Sandwiches • Subs

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Mings Garden 207.469.5930 7 Main Street, Bucksport Chinese • Cantonese • Hunan

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Pentagoet Inn 207.326.8616 24 Main Street, Castine Seafood • Breakfast • Desserts

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The Good Kettle 207.567.2035 247 US Route 1, Stockton Springs Soup • Sandwiches • Picnic Lunches

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The Local Variety 207.469.0865 79 Main Street, Bucksport Local Product • Lunch Fare • Baked Goods

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Tozier’s Bucksport Variety 207.469.2753 127 Main Street, Bucksport Pizza • Sandwiches • Subs

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Tozier’s Market 207.989.7340 483 South Main Street, Brewer Pizza • Sandwiches • Subs

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ISLAND RISE & SHINE RESTAURANT Open 7 days a week Breakfast & Lunch until 2PM Homemade Cornbeef hash Like us on US Route 1, Verona, ME • 207-974-6691 head to your favorite spot outdoors.

Relax at dinner time by enjoying the waterfront in Bucksport.

Take in the beautiful veiw of the Penosbscot River and historic Fort Knox or cap off your day at one of the several remarkable restaurants nearby.

Don’t forget to stop at the local ice cream parlor for a special desert.

A wide range of food is offered at our restaurants so whatever appeals to your taste, you will be able to find it. Whatever you decide, a fine dining experience awaits!

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Bucksport Motor Inn, LLC 207.469.3111 • 70 US Route 1, Bucksport www.bucksportmotorinn.com

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Orland House Properties 207.469.0077 5 Naramissic Drive, Orland Pentagoet Inn 207.326.8616 • 26 Main Street, Castine www.pentagoet.com

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Fort Knox Park Inn Where your Maine adventure begins.

Whether you're planning an event or a Maine vacation, when you're looking for a hotel that offers convenience, comfort, and affordability... come stay with us! Our central location makes it easy to get to all the Downeast Maine sites and attractions.

64 Main Street Bucksport, Maine · 207-469-3113 · fortknoxparkinn.com

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Searsport Shores Ocean Campground 207.548.6059 216 West Main Street, Searsport www.campocean.com Shady Oaks Campground 207.469.7739 32 Leaches Point Road, Orland www.shadyoakscampground.com

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Spring Fountain Motel 207.469.3139 196 US Route 1, Bucksport www.springfountainmotel.com

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The Riverhouse 207.469.2533 1175 Castine Road, Orland www.riverhouse.me Williams Pond Lodge B&B 207.460.6064 370 Williams Pond Road, Bucksport www.williamspondlodge.com

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The Bucksport Motor Inn overlooking the Penobscot River is centrally located to some of Maine’s most frequently visited coastal towns and attractions, including the historic Penobscot Narrows Bridge. We are family orientated and dog-friendly. Enjoy your stay with free WIFI, cable, refrigerators and microwaves.

bucksportmotorinn.com Lodging plays an important part in any vacation plan. Family memories, whether it is roasting marshmallows by the campfire, catching your first fish, or watching a magnificent sunrise can all be realized in our corner of vacationland.

Are you looking for the personal touch that only a Bed and Breakfast can bring or just a clean comfy bed to get your rest until the next adventure? In our area you will find the mid-coast’s only eco-friendly, off the grid accommodations, Castine’s oldest, original “summer hotel” still welcoming guest to Penobscot Bay and multiple family friendly motels to choose from.

If you need more space or are planning an extended stay our area has some great summer rental options and campgrounds aplenty.

“Center of the known Universe?’, Bucksport can truly feel that way when you are

lucky enough to stay in our area. Our centralized location offers access to countless activities and events. Camden, Bar Harbor and Deer Isle are all less than an hour away!

From walking distance to easy day trips, “You can get there from here!”.

List with DMVR’s team and see the difference!

www.RentalsMaine.com • 207-374-5444 107 Main St, Blue Hill, ME 04614 • 40 Main St , Stonington, ME 04681

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Photo by Larry Wahl

So you’re here, now what do you do?

Our area offers many outdoor activities as well as rainy day options. Exploring hiking trails, State parks such as Fort Knox, Acadia National Park and area lighthouses will keep one busy for days.

Whether you are hiking up Blue Hill, Great Pond Mountain or around Silver Lake investigating Maine’s natural beauty is only minutes away. Right below Main Street in Bucksport you will find a one mile bricked walking trail that is utilized by local and visitor alike. Bucksport, Searsport and Blue hill have public parks with playground equipment. Ask us about the founder of Bucksport, Jonathan Buck and his legend or stop by the Jonathan Buck Monument. Shortly after his

death, the outline of a leg appeared upon his large grave monument. Over the years many people have tried to remove it but it always reappears.

Just across the river one finds Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory offer a unique chance to both step back in time and look out to the future. Fort Knox is one of the best preserved fortifications on the New England coast. It has many architectural features present only to itself, as well as a rich history behind its cannon batteries.

Explore the Fort and discover this treasure of Maine and Unites States History. Fort Knox is open May 1 – October 31, from 9am to sunset. The newly constructed Penobscot Continued on next page

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PLAY Narrows Bridge boasts an observation tower, rising 420 feet above sea level, which may only be accessed through Fort Knox.

The observation tower provides a breathtaking view of the Penobscot River Valley, and is the only observatory like it in the Western Hemisphere! A one-minute elevator ride will take you to the top of the tallest public bridge-observatory in the world. The beauty is immediately where you will find 360 degrees views, complete with identification panels showing you how to locate nearby mountains, lakes and towns.

Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery, in East Orland, is a terrific place to explore and learn, offering both indoor and outdoor activities. Other outdoor activities include; a first class golf course, Searsport Pines and sightseeing on the water with, Verona Island Charter Services from Bucksport’s harbor and Guildive Cruises out of Castine. Kayak

to Sears Island from Searsport Shores Ocean Camping and Kayak.

Enjoy public art and Maine’s scenic vistas while you and your family visit the magnificent sculptures on the Symposium Sculpture Tour. Sculpture #1 is located on the Bucksport waterfront, maps can be found online or in the Bucksport Bay Chambers’ information center. Local arts and crafts can be found in abundance at many shops and galleries along the way.

All summer long and into the fall each community puts on festivals of all sorts.

Live entertainment, farmers’ markets and anything else you can think to do while the weather is warm enough can be found.

Please turn to the schedule of events on page 23 or visit www.bucksportbaychamber.com/ our-events to learn more.

If you are looking for a break from the great outdoors, take in Northeast Historic

Two Great Attractions at One Site

Penobscot Narrows Observatory & Fort Knox State Historic Site

Prospect, Maine Open May 1 through October 31 Ride northern New England’s fastest elevator 420’ feet up for spectacular views of Penobscot Bay and beyond. The Penobscot Narrows Observatory is the tallest bridge observatory open to the public in the world.

Also, explore Historic Fort Knox one of the best-preserved 19th Century seacoast fortifications in the country.

Hold your wedding, reunions or party at the Fort Observatory.

Pavilions available.

Located off US Rte. 1 on the way to or from Bar Harbor. Prospect, Maine is located between Belfast, Bangor and Bar Harbor.

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Route One, Searsport, Maine 04974 www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org Film, in Bucksport, the Wilson Museum in Castine or the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport. Additional activities include events at the Bucksport, Castine and Orland Historical Societies. The Bucksport Performing Arts Center, the Alamo Theatre and other local entertainment venues offer movies and live performance all year long. Local shops offer a place to wander and make a purchase that supports the local economy.

If you still need more to do, Acadia National Park, The Belfast Art scene, The Farnsworth Museum, Bangor and Ellsworth’s shopping Districts and the Deer Isle Peninsula are all with in a 45 minute drive. Perfect for a day trip, then Back to your home away from home, the Bucksport bay area.

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While you are driving along Maine’s coast you’ll see countless shops and storefronts. Finding that one special item that comes home with you and becomes an heirloom of that trip takes a keen eye and an open heart. Some shopping is personal, a celebration of your trip and of your friends back home while at other times it’s about necessity and finding what you need as quickly and efficiently as possible. Shop like a local.

Use this guide to step into our community

UNIQUE ROCK SHOP Rocks • Minerals • Gems Semi-precious Stones • Fossils Jewelry & What-nots

with confidence that our local merchants will have what you need even when you didn’t know you needed it. You will find an array of treasures around every bend and in every bay along your path. Before you go, please remember to check out our chamber directory located in this guide for the names of the business who support this community through their investment in the Bucksport Bay Chamber of Commerce.

BookStacks Bucksport, Maine

Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Cards & Gifts.

Pretty Good Coffee, and A Better Bottle of Wine.

Free Wi-Fi 24/7 71 Main Street 207-469-8992

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GOOD TO KNOW Emergency Dial 9-1-1

Hospitals

Maine State Police 1-800-432-7381 Hancock County Sheriff’s Dept.

207-667-7575 Waldo County Sheriff’s Dept.

207-338-6786 Bucksport Police Dept. 207-469-7951 Searsport Police Dept. 207-548-2304 Poison Control Center 1-800-442-6305 U.S. Coast Guard 207-596-6667

Blue Hill Memorial Hospital (207) 374-2836 57 Water St, Blue Hill Eastern Maine Medical Center (207) 973-7000 489 State St, Bangor Maine Coast Memorial Hospital (207) 664-5311 50 Union St, Ellsworth Waldo County General Hospital (207) 338-2500 118 Northport Ave, Belfast

Libraries

Playgrounds

Blue Hill Public Library (207) 374-5515 5 Parker Point Rd, Blue Hill Buck Memorial Library (207) 469-2650 47 Main St, Bucksport Carver Memorial Library (207) 548-2303 12 Union St, Searsport Stockton Springs Community Library (207) 567-4147 6 Station St, Stockton Springs

Ian’s Place Playground, Elm St. Bucksport Moose Point State Park, 310 West Main St., Searsport Mosman Park, Water St. Searsport Water Street Park, End of Water St. Blue Hill Belfast City Park, 208 Northport Ave, Belfast Knowlton Park, State St. Ellsworth

Community Pharmacy of Bucksport

75 Main Street Bucksport, ME 04416

469-7030 www.communityrx.com Support your local Community Pharmacy!

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BUCKSPORT Located at the mouth of the Penobscot River, Bucksport is the perfect intersection of history, nature, trade, and culture. A walk along the town’s million-dollar walkway gives visitors a glorious view of the tidal harbor and of Fort Knox, a fully casemated granite fort (circa 1844). Also visible from the walkway is the Penobscot Narrows Bridge & Observatory, an impressive piece of engineering. You can find Bucksport #1 on the trail map of the Schoodic International Sculpture Symposium with its breathtaking “Before the Wind” sculpture located at Flag Point on the waterfront.

At the east end of the walkway, pedestrians can gaze across the river at the spot on Verona Island where Admiral Robert Peary’s ship Roosevelt was built in 1905 for his landmark expeditions toward the North Pole.

Those interested in the rich history of the area can visit the Bucksport Historical Society, located along the riverfront walkway or the Buck Memorial Library on Main Street.

Bucksport’s Main Street boasts its own independent bookseller, BookStacks, where visitors can grab a cup of coffee and buy new and used books, browse hundreds of magazines, purchase local and national newspapers, and check their email using the free Wi-Fi. Main Street also features its own independent movie theater, The Alamo, supported by Northeast Historic Film, which is headquartered at the same location. From Mid-May through October, you can visit our thriving Farmers’ Market every Thursday from 2pm to 5pm also located on Main Street. Wednesdays on Main will schedule activities that bring energy, fun, and joy to Main Street on Wednesday evenings from 5pm to 7pm throughout the summer.

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A summer jaunt into Bucksport means visitors can enjoy a favorite local treat, an ice cream from Wahl’s Dairy Port, known to locals as “the ice cream parlor.” For those wanting to wet their whistle or grab a bite to eat, several year-round restaurants cater to those seeking everything from fresh seafood to vegetable chow mein. Options include Chinese cuisine, pub-style dining and a family-friendly harbor-side eatery with outdoor seating.

The Annual Bucksport Bay Festival draws tens of thousands of visitors to town each summer for food, fun, and fireworks, with other seasonal celebrations including a Halloween-themed Ghostport festival and winter-themed Frost Fest.

Dozens of miles of hiking trails are available free to the public year-round for hiking, jogging, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, and dogs on leashes are welcome. Within half an hour of downtown Bucksport, there are also 11 lakes and pond, many of which are open to the public for swimming, fishing, kayaking and boating, as well as sites for camping, hiking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and mountain biking.

And for those looking for a break on the long car ride to Bar Harbor or points east along the coast, Bucksport offers two excellent playgrounds within minutes of Main Street.

For those wishing to extend their stay, local accommodations include an off-grid lakeside B&B, two motor inns and a Hotel with water views. The Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, located on Main Street, welcomes visitors year-round and includes an information booth that is open 24 hours a day.

www.orlandme.org The Town of Orland was incorporated in 1800, formerly known as “Plantation #2” on the east side of the Penobscot River. As of the year 2000, the population was 2,150 people.

Orland is home to many local businesses and campgrounds. It is a great place to visit if you enjoy hiking the great outdoors surrounded by spectacular views.

Orland River Day is a town celebration held each year on the last Saturday in June (rain or shine) complete with a parade, food, crafts, a “Downeast” raft race and River Duck Dash!

Be on hand to watch 1,000 rubber ducks dash down the Narramissic River. This will be the 41st year for this day of celebration. The Or-

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Robert Peary from New York to the Arctic in 1908 for his final expedition to the North Pole.

The Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory connects Verona Island to Prospect in Waldo County replacing the Waldo-Hancock Bridge, which opened November 16, 1931.

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www.prospectmaine.org see map on page 16 The most prominent landmark in Prospect is Fort Knox, a large 19th-century fort. It is now a major attraction, as is the Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory. Named for Revolutionary War General Henry Knox, construction on the huge fort started in 1844. With its brick arches, underground passages and enormous guns, it was intended to protect Bangor and its important lumber industry from the British.

Fort Knox was never completed or needed but construction was finally halted after the Civil War and is now the most popular historic site in Maine.

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land River Day will be held this year June 25, 2016.

Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust is a charitable nonprofit organization founded in 1993 to conserve land, water and wildlife habitat for the communities of northwestern Hancock County. GPMCT manages the Wildlands in Orland for wildlife habitat, recreation, education and sustainable forestry. The property is open to the public year-round for a variety of uses. Welcome uses of the Wildlands include hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, and more.

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The island and community has undergone numerous name changes. The name was changed to Verona (after Verona, Italy) upon its incorporation as a town on February 18, 1861.

The town lengthened its name to Verona Island on March 27, 2004. The island was once a ship building village. In 1905 the last vessel was built. This was the Roosevelt, which carried

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to Bucksport is the beautiful new Penobscot Narrows Bridge, one of only three cable-stayed bridges in the U.S. The Penobscot Bridge site also is home to Penobscot Narrows Observatory, the first bridge observation tower in the Unites States and the tallest public bridge observatory in the world.

Fort Knox and the Observatory are worth a long day’s visit any time, and Fort Knox has many special events throughout the year, including psychic and medieval fairs, guided ghost tours, pirate festival, battle reenactments; and the annual, well-known, Halloween scare fest, Fright at the Fort. bucksportbaychamber.com

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STOCKTON SPRINGS The Town of Stockton Springs is a small coastal community in Waldo County Maine.

Stockton Springs is located between Belfast and Bucksport on Coastal US 1. It is home to Fort Point State Park, established in 1836. Fort Point State Park encompasses 120 acres of diverse terrain, activities, and habitat all at the mouth of the Penobscot River where you can enjoy the riverside picnic sites, soothing trails,

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With its direct water access and public boat ramp, Frankfort has great boating and fishing opportunities. Mount Waldo offers hiking, blueberry picking, and an old granite quarry to explore. Access is on Mount Waldo Road.

There are many acres of town-owned forest, and the Frankfort ATV Club maintains good riding trails.

cultural community with a distinct “multi village” character. The major transportation link through Orrington is the River Road, most commonly known as US Route 15, which connects to Interstate 395 in Brewer.

12 Miles from Bucksport see map on page 16

Searsport was on Penobscot Bay, which has been a major influence on the town’s development. Settled in the late 18th Century and incorporated as a town in 1845. It has nearly 10 miles of coastline. During Searsport’s early history, its major industry was shipbuilding and cargo handling. The seaport town was famous for its sea captains in the mid-1800’s and was once home to ten percent of all American deep-water 20

and fishing pier.

Sandy Point Beach Park, 100-acre property, on Sandy Point in Stockton Springs offers more than half a mile of undeveloped sandy beach. Stockton Springs is just south of the impressive Penobscot Narrows Bridge.

12 Miles from Bucksport see map on page 16 www.orrington.govoffice.com

Incorporated in 1788, the Town of Orrington is located at the southern tip of Penobscot County nestled on the mighty Penobscot River between Brewer and Bucksport. Today Orrington is a predominantly rural and agri-

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Settled in 1760, Frankfort is the oldest town on the Penobscot River. Sacked by the British during the War of 1812, it later became a major shipbuilding center and had important granite quarries. Located at the confluence of the Penobscot and March Rivers, the town has its own marina and boat launch, a public library, a ball field, and an active recreation department that offers youth soccer, softball and

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shipmasters. These sea captains traveled the world and brought home their treasures, which are on display at the Penobscot Marine Museum, the oldest maritime museum in Maine, has something for visitors of all ages. There may be some treasures awaiting you at one of the flea markets or antique dealers that line Rte. 1 from

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www.searsport.maine.gov see map on page 16 Searsport to Belfast.

Off the coast of Searsport is Sears Island, the largest uninhabited island on the East Coast.

Sears Island is accessible by a causeway and

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offers excellent biking, walking along the many natural hiking trails. In the winter, the trails are perfect for snowshoeing.

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www.penobscot-maine.com see map on page 16 Penobscot is a small town, first settled in 1760, with classic rural character and a tiny village area. Its 18.75 miles of shoreline are along the Bagaduce and Penobscot rivers. Some activities Penobscot offers are leisurely fishing, sightseeing, kayaking and boating. The Conservation Trust and Blue Hill Heritage Trust have acquired lands and access for recreational purposes in various areas of the town.

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Winterport waterfront where boaters and swimmers recreate in the spring, summer and in the autumn. Older homes, many built for Winterport sea captains, stand along the downtown roadways.

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www.townofbluehillmaine.org see map on page 16 Modern day Blue Hill is rich with artists and craftsmen and offers great food, gracious lodging, galleries and shops to explore, and a slower pace of life. Blue Hill welcomes visitors and residents alike to hike its mountain, walk its shores and to canoe, kayak and sail its waters.

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The town supports a K-8 elementary school, working farms, and a general store, many home-based businesses, several churches and many organizations.

Penobscot is friendly mix of generational families, individuals, and families new to the area. Several bed and breakfast establishments provide comfortable, friendly lodging for visitors.

www.winterportmaine.gov see map on page 16 The Waldo County town of Winterport is situated on the west bank of the Penobscot River located just 12 miles south from the Town of Bucksport on Route 1A. Winterport retains a 19th century charm that blends well with 20th century conveniences.

Winterport village has a thriving downtown, where people can find restaurants, convenience stores, gift shops and businesses.

Newly rebuilt sidewalks encourage people to stroll through the town where they can stop and listen to a concert taking place inside one of the Town’s most historic landmarks the Union Meeting House, built in 1834.

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The Hancock County Agricultural Society, established in 1891, sponsors the annual Blue Hill Fair- “a down to earth country fair” - scheduled around Labor Day weekend. This year the fair will be held September 1-5, 2016. Blue Hill Mountain overlooks the town, and its pathways are well-used by residents and visitors. bucksportbaychamber.com

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Castine, Maine is one of the oldest communities in North America. It has been occu-

castine.me.us ulation is roughly 1,300 including 700 college students attending Maine Maritime Academy.

pied continuously since the early 1600s as the

Visitors can enjoy A Walking Tour of

site of numerous trading posts, forts, missions

Castine, which outlines fifty historic sites and

and permanent settlements of France, Holland,

buildings throughout the town, including three

England and colonial America. Before 1613,

forts occupied during the American Revolution.

and during the course of its long history, Cas-

Castine is home to the renowned Maine

tine has also been home to several nations of

Maritime Academy, the dramatic cliffs of Dy-

Native Americans. It is a small coastal village

ces Head Lighthouse, The Wilson Museum, a

that is approximately 7.9 square miles and is

variety of art galleries, specialty shops, and fine

located on a peninsula in the East Penobscot

lodging and dining establishments.

Bay Region. More than 100 historic markers can be found in this town characterized by its 18th century architecture. The year-round pop-

BROOKSVILLE

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25 Miles from Bucksport see map on page 16 www.brooksvillemaine.org

Brooksville, Maine is a small coastal town with a laid-back community lifestyle and di-

summer vacation spot having a number of summer homes, rental cottages and camps.

verse industries from fishing and plumbing to

Brooksville offers a Farmers’ Market Tues-

computer graphics and marketing. First settled

days at 9am starting in June through the sum-

in 1777 and incorporated in 1817. The town of

mer at Buck’s Harbor off Cornfield Hill Rd.

Brooksville contains 21,631 acres with more

The historical society, library, and Holbrook

than 50 miles of shoreline. The acreage that

Island Sanctuary are also some fun attractions

makes up Booksville originally were parts of

in the area. If paddling is your thing - whether

Castine, Penobscot and Sedgwick. The town of

canoeing or sea kayaking - you’ll find plenty

Brooksville was named for Governor Brooks

of paddling spots at Holbrook Island Sanctuary.

of Massachusetts and incorporated in 1817.

One of the sanctuary’s more popular sections

Brooksville has both active fishing and farm-

is at Goose Falls; a reversing falls that attracts

ing industries. Historically it has been a desired

canoeists and kayakers.

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26 Miles from Bucksport see map on page 16 www.sedgwickmaine.org

Settled in 1763 and incorporated in 1789, Sedgwick is home to what is arguably one of the most photographed views in the state of Maine. The village of Sedgwick is located on the Blue Hill Peninsula and provides views of mountains and miles of blueberry fields.

Caterpillar Hill affords a sweeping vista across blueberry fields to Penobscot Bay and Camden in the west, south to Isle au Haut, and 22

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east to Jericho Bay. Caterpillar Hill attracts visitors because of the rolling vistas of blueberry land, island, and water bodies. During the fall, the hill explodes with colors of deep blue, burnt orange and red. Sedgewick offers many choices for accommodations and activities. A tour of its many charming galleries and antique shops is a must for any visitor.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS MAY - OCTOBER

AUGUST

Bucksport - Bucksport Bay Farmers' Market

Castine - 6th Classic Yacht Symposium

Every Thursday, 2pm-5pm

JUNE - AUGUST

Every Wednesday, 5pm-7pm

August 3, Wednesday

August 4 - 7, Thursday - Sunday

Fort Knox - Ten Bucks Theatre, The Comedy of Errors

Bucksport - Events held on Main Street for full schedule www.bucksportwom.com

August 13, Saturday

JUNE

Fort Knox - Paranormal/Psychic Faire

June 24-26, Friday-Sunday Bucksport - Fiddler on the Roof

June 24, Friday

Orland - Little Miss Orland Pageant

June 25, Saturday

Orland - Orland River Day Orland - River Duck Dash

Bucksport – Bucksport Arts Festival

August 13 & 14, Saturday & Sunday August 27 & 28, Saturday & Sunday Fort Knox - Pet Day Weekend

SEPTEMBER

September 1-5, Thursday - Monday Blue Hill - The Blue Hill Fair

September 10, Saturday Maine Open Lighthouse Day

JULY

July 4, Monday

Castine – Fourth of July Celebration/ Fireworks Deer Isle/ Stonington – Fourth of July Celebration

July 9, Saturday

September 10, Saturday

Fort Knox - The 15th Annual Medieval Tournament Fort Knox – Ghosts of Fort Knox Guided Tours

September 17, Saturday

Fort Knox - Scottish Tattoo

Penobscot Narrows Observatory – Moon Viewing

Stonington – Maine Lobster Boat Races

OCTOBER

Castine - House and Garden Tour

Searsport - Fling Into Fall

July 10, Sunday

July 13, Wednesday

October 1, Saturday

July 14, Thursday

October 8, Saturday

July 16, Saturday

October 15, 21, 22, 28, & 29, Friday & Saturday

Castine - Bastille Day

Fort Knox – Pirate Festival

July 17, Sunday

Bucksport – Pixie Harbor Hoopla

July 21 - 23, Thursday – Saturday Castine – 4th Annual Plein Air Festival

Fort Knox - Spend the Night at Fort Knox

Fort Knox - Fright at the Fort 2016

October 22, Saturday Bucksport – Ghostport

July 22 - 24, Friday - Sunday

Bucksport - Bucksport Bay Festival

July 23, Saturday

Fort Knox – Yellow Brick Road – Tribute to Elton John

July 29 & 30, Friday & Saturday

Fort Knox – The Alison Chase Dance Troupe

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LIVING HERE

Photo by Karen Johnson

If you are considering the Bucksport Bay Area as a possible place for relocation, collecting useful local information is essential to making a good decision. The Town of Bucksport has a fantastic website www. bucksportmaine.gov that can supply you with statistics but spending time with the locals will give you the true picture.

When you start looking at small towns as a place to retire or relocate, there are a few things you may want to keep in mind.

The appeals of small towns are many. For instance most small towns in Maine are generally quieter, have a good sense of community, less traffic, lower property and sales taxes and the housing costs are much more affordable. Bucksport is the center of the known universe. Located 18 miles from Bangor, Ellsworth, Belfast, Castine and Blue Hill, a Bucksport location touches all of eastern Maine. We are 35 miles to Bar Harbor and 35 miles to Camden, 65 miles to Augusta and 65 miles to Lincoln. People make their homes all over our area, whether it’s along in-town streets, country roads or State Routes, in the hills, in the valleys, by the shores, or down long dirt roads, regardless of the physical distances there may be between the residents of Bucksport, there is still a strong community spirit that can be felt throughout the town.

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Neighbors helping neighbors and families doing for families are an important part of what makes living in Bucksport so appealing, and it’s why so many are proud to call Bucksport their home. Life really is good here, and you will find lots of people who will agree, wherever they may live.

DENTAL ASSOCIATES of Ellsworth-Bucksport

325 Main Street 11 Mechanic Street, Ellsworth P.O. Box 838, Bucksport 207-667-7117 207-469-6191

www.dental-associates.com At Ellsworth-Bucksport Dental Associates we offer our patients the most up-to-date technology in a relaxing environment.

With our two locations and family atmosphere we strive to make your experience as comfortable and convenient as possible.

We are currently accepting new patients, please visit our website or call our office to learn more.

469-1046

20 Central Street, Suite 1 Bucksport, Maine 04416 www.oceansedgerealty.com

Federally Insured by NCUA

Our agency provides full service to both buyers and sellers for residential, commercial, land and waterfront real estate. We are a locally owned real estate agency committed to providing our clients with friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable service.

177 Main Street · Bucksport, ME 04416 200 Main Street · Ellsworth, ME 04605 2410 Route 2 · Hermon, ME 04401 Mailing Address: P.O. Box G · Bucksport, ME 04416 207-469-6341 · 800-639-2206 · Fax 207-469-2866 www.seaboardfcu.com · Email: info@seaboardfcu.com

Serving all who live, work, worship or attend school in Hancock, Penobscot, Waldo, and Washington Counties

G&S Upholstery Classic Car Interiors Customized Sewing Furniture - Boats Specialty Items

Open 8-4 Monday - Friday Jayne T. Howard 207-825-4967 1524 River Road, Bucksport, Maine

Specializing in Waterfront, Residential, Multi-Family & Land Representing Sellers & Buyers Local Knowledge & Personalized Service 207-469-9930 169 US Route 1, Bucksport, ME www.tworiversrealtyme.com email: tworiverskc@aol.com bucksportbaychamber.com

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We’ve cared for our community since 1974.

We’ll take great care of you, too.

All providers are happily accepting new patients.     

Medical & Dental Behavioral health Lab work & Rx help Sliding-fee scale And more ...

469-7371 bucksportrhc.org 110 Broadway, Bucksport

SEA GLASS • JEWELRY • MOSAICS

PRINTING • COPYING • GRAPHIC DESIGN • POSTERS • BANNERS SIGNS • PROMOTIONAL ITEMS 3 Black’s Landing, Belfast

207-338-4040 patty@jblackprinting.com • www.jblackprinting.com

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Rebecca Emery 57 Church Street Stockton Springs, ME 04981

207.323.4251 Visit Reclaimed Maine on Facebook!

AREA CODE 207 Advertising & Design Services

93.7 The Wave, Bar Harbor 1-800-937-9283 Banner City Graphics, 469-6242 Bucksport Enterprise, 469-6722 EZtoUse.com 1-877-246-8179 Discover Maine Magazine 874-7720 Ellsworth American Newspaper, 667-2576 J Black Printing, Belfast 338-4040 Smart DataMap Services, Belfast 619-3380 Star 97.7 WNSX-FM 667-0002 Travel Maine Mag., Rockland 230-0260 WERU-Radio Station, East Orland 469-6600

Activities & Attractions

Alamo Theatre, Bucksport 469-0924 Bald Mountain Community Center, Orland 949-0880 Bucks Mills Rod & Gun Club, Bucksport 469-2195 Bucksport Area Cultural Arts Society www.bacasmaine.org Bucksport Historical Society, 469-3284 Castine Historical Society, Castine 326-4118 Fiber College of Maine, Searsport 548-6059 Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory, Prospect 469-6553 Great Pond Mtn. Conservation Trust, Orland 469-6929 Guildive Daily Sailing Cruises, Castine 701-1421 Lighthouse Arts Center, 86 Main St. Bucksport Orland Historical Society, Orland 469-3354 Sandy Point Community Club, Sandy Point 567-6097 Searsport Pines Golf Course, 548-2854 Stockton Harbor Cruises, Stockton Springs 322-5530 The Community Crafting Studio, Bucksport 356-5605 Verona Island Boat Charter Services 478-1997 or 385-9680 Wednesday on Main, Bucksport 469-3507 Wilson Museum, Castine 326-9247

Artist / Fine Art for Sale

MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Asha Fenn's Studio & Showroom, Stockton Springs 567-3928 D. G. Arts, Bucksport 469-3977 D. Blodgett Musical Enterprises, Bucksport 469-6529 Daffodils Florist, Bucksport 266-4211 Fretz Jewelry and Tool Design, Bucksport 469-2700 Lighthouse Arts Center, 86 Main St. Bucksport Reclaimed Maine, Stockton Springs 323-4251 Shutter Images, Inc. Photography and Framing, Orland 702-9285 Soper Enterprises Oil Painter 469-3996 Stubborn Cow Glass, LLC, Stained glass studio, Bucksport 433-7505 Sundial Framing & Photography LLC, Bucksport 469-6060 The Community Crafting Studio, Bucksport 356-5605 The Woodshaper Shop of Maine, Dedham 843-7235

Gary's Fuel Service, Penobscot 326-8808 Island Pool and Spa, Verona Island 469-6004 Lemieux's Outdoor and Indoor Painting, Bucksport 570-2968 Lewis & Malm Architects, Bucksport 469-7440 Midnight Oil Burner Service, Bucksport 991-2708 Old School Builders, Verona Island 631-4564 Orcutt Builders, INC. Bucksport 469-6207 Osborne's Plumbing & Heating, Inc. 469-6225 PCT Communications/US Cellular, Bucksport 469-7900 Penobscot Home Performance (Insulation), Bucksport 299-8338 Penobscot Valley Appraisals, Bucksport 469-0838 Stubborn Cow Glass, LLC, Bucksport 433-7505 We Store, Inc., Bucksport 469-6867

Attorneys-At-Law

Atlas Pyro vision Productions 532-8324 Banner City Graphics, Bucksport 469-6242 Central Maine Pyrotechnics 623-9285 Fairpoint Communications, Portland 535-4170 Head of the Bay Business Alliance, Searsport 548-6065 Maine DECD office of Business Development 624-7457 My Thrill Studio, Winterport 223-5082 PCT Communications/US Cellular, Bucksport 469-7900 P. E. Associates, Inc. Mechanical engineers, Winterport 223-8880 Penobscot Bay Terminals/ DBA Weber Tanks, Inc. 469-3165 Searsport Flags, Searsport 548-2868 Smart DataMap Services 619-3380

Fellows, Kee, Tymoczko & Pierson, Bucksport 469-7323 Jones, Kuriloff & Sargent LLC, Ellsworth 664-0002 Woodbury Law, LLC, Bucksport 702-5955

Automotive - Sales & Service Eastman's Garage, Bucksport 469-3001

Building /Construction & Home Services

Allard Electric, Bucksport 469-2472 Arey's New Road Storage, Penobscot 326-4978 Bangor Natural Gas 941-9595 Berry's Septic Service, Bucksport 469-7702 Big J Tree Service, Bucksport 272-8468 Bob Burbank, Sr. Heating & Plumbing, LLC, Bucksport 469-2895 Chandler's Custom Cabinet Shop, Orland 469-7985 Dead River Oil Company 469-6113 Fairpoint Communications, 535-4170 G. & S. Upholstery, Bucksport 825-4967

Business Services

Catering/Cakes

Island Garden Cakes & Catering, Verona Island 469-9979 MacLeod's Restaurant, Bucksport 469-3963 McKell Foods, Wholesale Sweets 567-3014

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MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY AREA CODE 207 The Good Kettle, Stockton Springs 567-2035

Children's Services

Bucksport Area Child Care Center 469-7623 Camp Capella, Dedham 843-5104 The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center, Ellsworth 667-4772

Churches

Bucksport Bible Church 469-7121 Elm Street Congregational Church, Bucksport 469-3333 Franklin St. United Methodist Church, Bucksport 469-3622 Orland United Methodist Church 469-3714 Sandy Point Congregational Church 567-3073 Stella Maris Parish , Bucksport & Castine 469-3322 The Bridge Church, Bucksport 592-9027

Cleaning Services Gold Star Cleaners, Bucksport 469-6804

Custom Framing

Shutter Images Photography and Framing, Orland 702-9285 Sundial Framing & Photography LLC, Bucksport 469-6060

Educational Services/ Facilities

A & J Motorcycle Safety School, Bucksport 469-0051 Bucksport High School 469-6650 Bucksport Middle School 469-6647 Bucksport Senior Center 469-3632 Fiber College of Maine, Searsport 548-6059 G. H. Jewett School, Bucksport 469-6644 Miles Lane Elementary School, Bucksport 469-6666 Purple Fleece, Stockton Springs 323-1871 RSU 25 Adult Education, Bucksport 469-2129 RSU 25 Bucksport/Orland consolidated schools 469-7311 Stubborn Cow Glass LLC, Bucksport 433-7505 The Community Crafting Studio, Bucksport 356-5605 28

Financial Services

Bangor Savings Bank, Bucksport 469-5992 Camden National Bank, Bucksport 469-3000 Emack CPA, Laura K., Prospect 567-3437 Financial Solutions, Bucksport 469-6352 Foster & Co. LLP, CPA, Bucksport 469-7364 H. & R. Block, Bucksport 469-7330 Laila Mignone, CPA, Bucksport 338-3831 Seaboard Federal Credit Union, Bucksport 469-6341 Tax Preparation by Ralph Gonzales, Orland 469-3230 The First, Bangor 974-5001 TLC Bookkeeping, Bucksport 469-7778

Cancer Support Center of Maine, Bucksport 469-6363 Community Pharmacy, Bucksport 469-7030 Ellsworth – Bucksport Dental Associates, Bucksport 469-6191 Fort View Dental, Bucksport 469-2912 Healthy Acadia, Ellsworth 288-5331 Highland Sanctuary and Retreat, Bucksport 469-2255 Horowitz Chiropractic, Searsport 548-6376 Private Home Care, Inc. Belfast 338-2100 Purely Reiki, Bucksport 469-3490 Total Care Solutions, In Home Care, Bucksport 610-9084 Vancil Vision Eye Care, Bucksport 469-3022

Forestry Services

Health and Beauty

Big J Tree Service, Bucksport 272-8468 JM Forestry, Orland 358-0563

Funeral Homes

Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home, Bucksport 469-3177

Grocers

JD's Island Market, Verona Island 469-6144 Mountain View Variety and Redemption, Orland 469-2014 The Good Kettle Sandwich Shop and More, Stockton Springs 567-2035 The Local Variety, Bucksport 469-0865 Tozier's Bucksport Variety 469-2753 Tozier's Family Market, Searsport 548-6220 Tozier's Market, Brewer 989-7340

Health Services

Ambulance, Fire and Police 911 Brennan Alley & Associates In Home Care, Bucksport 469-7898 Bucksport Bay Healthy Communities Coalition 469-6682 Bucksport Police Dept. 469-7951 Bucksport Regional Health Center 469-7371 Cahoon Care Associates, LLC 479-4140 Bucksport Senior Center 469-3632

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Blush Salon and Boutique, Bucksport 469-2500 Frank's Barber Shop, Bucksport 469-1054 Plexus Ambassador, Kimberlee Lovely 610-4885 Vital-Life, Bonnie Brennan, Bucksport 469-6589 Yoga with Naomi, Bucksport/Ellsworth/Orland 370-9589

Information Centers

Bangor Regional C of C 947-0307 Blue Hill Peninsula C of C 374-3242 Bucksport Bay Area C of C 469-6818 Ellsworth C of C 667-5584

Insurance Agents

Crooker Agency, John R., Bucksport 469-3152 Grindle Insurance, Bucksport 469-3623 Warren Associates Farm Family Insurance, Bucksport 469-7322

Lawn, Garden & Landscaping

Almquist Lawn Care, Orland 469-7532 Bob's Small Engine, Bucksport 469-2042 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451 Daffodils Florist, Bucksport 266-4211 Granny's Bloomers Greenhouse, Bucksport 469-3295

AREA CODE 207 Gray’s Lawn Care, Bucksport 991-1995 Island Flowers, Verona Island 469-7967 LaLonde Lawn Care, Bucksport 469-2155 Penobscot Evergreens, Bucksport 825-8729 Rob’s True Value, Belfast 338-0409 The Woodshaper Shop of Maine, Dedham 843-7235

Libraries

Buck Memorial Library, Bucksport 469-2650 Stockton Springs Community Library 567-4147

Lodging

See pages 8 and 9 for lodging guide

Marine

Eaton Marine Service, Castine 954-328-1608 Eaton’s Boat Yard, Inc. Castine 326-8579 Guildive Daily Sailing Cruises, Castine 701-1421 Stockton Harbor Cruises, Stockton Springs 322-5530 Verona Island Boat Charter Services 478-1997 or 385-9680

Municipalities

Town of Bucksport 469-7368 Town of Castine 326-4502 Town of Orland 469-3186 Town of Verona Island 469-7965

Pet Needs and Services

All Creatures Acupuncture Mobile Veterinary Services, Bucksport 956-0564 Bucksport Animal Shelter 469-7951 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451 Bucksport Veterinary Hospital, Orland 469-3614 Forgotten Felines of Maine, Goudlsboro 669-2660 Rob’s True Value, Belfast 338-0409

Photographers

D. G. Arts, Bucksport 469-3977 Shutter Images Inc. Photography and Framing, Orland 702-9285 Sundial Framing & Photography LLC, Bucksport 469-6060

MEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Printing Services

Banner City Graphics, Bucksport 469-6242 Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce 469-6818 D. G. Arts, Bucksport 469-3977 J Black Printing, Belfast 338-4040

Real Estate & Apartment Rentals

Backridge Apartments, Orland 479-0305 Bob Hoffman's Real Estate, Bucksport 469-3995 Century 21, Queen City Real Estate, Bangor 942-4618 Ocean's Edge Realty, LLC, Bucksport 469-1046 Penbay Property Management, LLC Bucksport 735-5337 Two Rivers Realty, Bucksport 469-9930 Warren Agency (rental units), Bucksport 949-1982

Recording Studios

My Thrill Studio, Winterport 223-5082

Rentals, Space and Equipment Alamo Theatre, Bucksport 4690924 Arey's New Road Storage, Penobscot 326-4978 Bald Mountain Community Center, Orland 949-0880 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451 FT. Knox Pavilion, Prospect 469-6553 The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center, Ellsworth 667-4772

Restaurants & Take-out

See page 6 for dinning guide

Shopping/Retail/Specialty

American Country Antiques, Verona Island 469-1040 Bob's Small Engine, Bucksport 469-2042 BookStacks, Bucksport 469-8992 Bucksport Bay Farmers' Mkt 469-6818 Bucksport True Value Hardware 469-2451 Carriage Shed Antiques, Orland 469-3354 Community Pharmacy, Bucksport 469-7030 Daffodils Florist, Bucksport 266-4211

Fretz Jewelry and Tool Design, Bucksport 469-2700 FT. Knox Gift Shop, Prospect 469-6553 G & S Upholstery, Bucksport 825-4967 Good Deals Antiques, Bucksport 469-2000 Island Flowers, Verona Island 469-7967 Island Garden Cakes & Catering, Verona Island 469-9979 Island Pool & Spa, Verona Island 469-6004 Island Trader Antiques, Verona Island 469-3735 JD's Island Market, Verona Island 469-6144 Lighthouse Arts Center, 86 Main St. Bucksport Mountain View Variety and Redemption, Orland 469-2014 PCT Communications/US Cellular, Bucksport 469-7900 Purple Fleece, Stockton Springs 323-1871 Robin’s Nest Consignment, Belfast 218-1167 Rob’s True Value, Belfast 338-0409 Searsport Flags, Searsport 548-2868 Searsport Pines Golf Course, 548-2854 Searsport Rug Hooking, Verona Island 249-0891 Shutter Images Photography and Framing, Orland 702-9285 Silkweeds Home Decor and Gifts, Searsport 548-6501 Stubborn Cow Glass, LLC, Bucksport 433-7505 Sundial Framing & Photography LLC, Bucksport 469-6060 The Good Kettle Sandwich Shop and More, Stockton Springs 567-2035 The Local Variety, Bucksport 469-0865 The Woodshaper Shop of Maine, Dedham 843-7235 Tozier's Bucksport Variety 469-2753 Tozier's Family Market, Searsport 548-6220 Tozier's Market, Brewer 989-7340 Unique Rock Shop, Verona Island 469-7040 Verona Wine and Design, Verona Island 745-0731

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Lodging

Bucksport Motor Inn Downeast ME Vacation Rentals Fort Knox Park Inn Seasport Shores Ocean Campground

10 10 8 9

Restaurants

Crosby’s Drive-In & Dairy Bar Harbor View Grille Ming’s Garden The Island Rise & Shine The Local Variety Wahl’s Dairy Port

7 32 5 7 5 5

Shopping/Retailers

BookStacks Unique Rock Shop

BUSINESS

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Attractions

14 14

Penobscot Marine Museum Penobscot Narrows Observatory & Fort Knox Historical Site Verona Island Charter Services

13 12 11

Services

Bucksport Marina Bucksport Regional Health Care Community Pharmacy Dental Associates G & S Upholstery J Black Printing Ocean’s Edge Realty Old School Builders Seaboard FCU Two Rivers Realty

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SOCIAL SERVICES/NON-PROFITS/PUBLIC SERVICES Bucksport Area Cultural Arts Society Bucksport Bay Healthy Communities Coalition 469-6682 Bucksport Garden Club 567-3092 Bucksport Historical Society 852-5896 Bucksport Senior Center 469-3632 Cancer Support Center of Maine, Bucksport 469-6363 Castine Historical Society, Castine 326-4118 Forgotten Felines of Maine, Goudlsboro 669-2660 Friends of Fort Knox 469-6553 Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust, Bucksport and Orland 469-6929 Healthy Acadia, Ellsworth 288-5331 Northeast Historic Film, Bucksport 469-0924 Orland Historical Society 469-3354 Sandy Point Community Club 567-6097 30

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BUCKSPORT WALKING MAPS Miles Lane Trail

this two and a half mile trail provides man made surfaces that make jogging and walking enjoyable. Access this trail by traveling up Central Street, turning right onto Broadway.

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