Cycling Around Boothbay

Cycling Around Boothbay

Cycling is not the first outdoor activity I think of when I think of Boothbay. The roads are narrow and windy and there are no designated bike lanes.  Kayaking, paddle boarding and walking or snowshoeing the land trust trails are my go-to sports if I’m not...
Boothbay Harbor Fest Availability!

Boothbay Harbor Fest Availability!

The Boothbay Harbor Fest will be back August 31st-September 9th and it’s expanding this year with the East Side Vibe Arts & Music Festival (September 8 & 9). And the best news? We still have availability at Portside for September 1-8 and/or...
Tumbledown Mountain & the Ladies Adventure Club

Tumbledown Mountain & the Ladies Adventure Club

Last week, I hiked Tumbledown Mountain with a wonderful group of women from the Ladies Adventure Club. Here is my write-up for the LAC.  For those of you based in Maine, check out the Ladies Adventure Club! For a reasonable annual membership fee,...
Best Harbor in Maine!

Best Harbor in Maine!

Downeast readers have voted Boothbay Harbor the best harbor in Maine. I’m not surprised–it is! Pick up July’s issue of DownEast to read about all the “Best of”s. Or read this issue and more while you’re staying at Portside this...
A Day Trip to Peaks Island

A Day Trip to Peaks Island

Now that I’m spending more time in Portland, I’m starting to explore more of the surrounding area as well. Last Saturday, the weather was perfect for getting out and about so I decided last minute to head out to Peaks Island.  From the Old Port in...