Tag: Maine
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Boating Destination: Camden, Maine
Penobscot Bay is high on my list of favorite cruising destinations. The jewel of Maine’s coastline is studded with beautiful islands to explore and blessed with summer seabreezes that make every afternoon outing a pleasant one. Add in the fact that every few miles reveals another cute port or fishing village, and you’ve got a…
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Boater’s Guide to Maine
Arriving by boat to the coast of Maine for the first time is like landing on an alien planet. At least it was for this Florida boy, who had never been to the state before by land or sea. Everything is different in Vacationland: You don’t worry about sandbars, you worry about rock ledges. There…
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How To Properly Tie to a Mooring Ball
In life, sometimes you get too much instruction, and sometimes you get too little. We find this is the case with moorings balls — boaters are more or less left on their own to figure it out. If they’re new, the results can be stressful. Cruisers on the ICW are often new, and even if…
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Boaters, Don’t Run A-Foul of Fishing Gear
Here’s a topic that we’ve had to learn about through trial and error. While I have some fishing experience, the different gear we’ve encountered along the US East Coast has been shrouded in mystery. Navigating a cruising boat means sharing space with fishermen and their gear. Sometimes, a cruising guide will note to be careful…
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Maine Anchorage: Buckle Harbor, Jericho Bay
Buckle Harbor, Maine seems like a tight anchorage next to a nondescript island. However, a closer look reveals a cozy harbor, all-tide beach, and a small network of trails with whimsical surprises. Buckle Harbor is in a perfect location and is near Mount Desert Island, Eggemoggin Reach, and Penobscot Bay. It’s a great spot for…
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Maine Anchorage: Seal Bay, Penobscot Bay
Seal Bay is an all-around favorite anchorage for those exploring Penobscot Bay by boat. There are many different anchoring possibilities with all-around protection. Cruisers, day-trippers, and weekenders all enjoy the tranquil surroundings, wildlife watching, low-tide sandbars, and trail access. This secluded area does not have any nearby shopping, groceries, restaurants or services. However, if you…