Maine 2014
Active Lighthouse in Portland, ME
I captured this photo as we left the harbor in Portland, ME headed north up the coast.
Lobster for Lunch
This was our first lobster for the trip. No pagers for order pickups here.....from where our boat was moored, we heard order numbers called out well into the evening. Prerequisite for this job must include, "good set of lungs with loud projection". Maybe a good summer job for kids wanting to go into acting!
Clifton Dock at Mt. Desert Island
Our next stop on our journey along the Maine coast.
Home is Where You Make It
This little lady happily floats on her crate by Clifton Dock. The dock hands tell me she is used to human company and raises her babies nearby.
Diver for Hire
This man is the harbormaster as well as a certified diver. Len hired him to check out Destiny's propellers as the steering wasn't working properly on the way in. He is unloading his gear in this photo.
Suiting up for the job.
The diver has put on his gear and is checking his tanks.
A Worried Captain
A mass of several , long nylon ropes, most likely from a lobster trap, was found attached to the propellers. The waters in many areas of Maine are littered with lobster traps. Navigating through them is like finding your way through a mine field.
Unfortunately, I missed the picture of the medusa.....the deck hands here are extremely efficient. By the time I retrieved my camera, the pile of multicolored ropes had disappeared.
Captain Len can be reassured.....there was no damage to the propellers.
Captain Len and First Mate Jimmy
There is no play time until the salt is off the boat.
This Captain Swabs His Own Deck
First Mate Jimmy continues his valuable assistance.
Co-Captain Michele
Michele works her magic in the cockpit. We had quite a bit of wind and spray during the journey up the coast.
Main Street of Northeast Harbor on Mt. Desert Island
A very quaint town thriving on the summer tourists.
Rush Hour on Main Street
A coffee shop, a restaurant, one grocery store, a few shops and very limited cell service.
Resident Seal of Northeast Harbor
This guy was always around swimming, fishing and generally being inquisitive.
Here He Is Again
Happily swimming along, he doesn't seem to mind human company.
Isn't She Pretty??
Destiny always stands out in the crowded harbors.
Beach Shack
An interesting little building, standing alone on the rocky beach.
The Asticou Inn
Len and Michele's choice for dinner on Mt. Desert Island.
A Perfect Evening
Great friends, good wine, wonderful food with a beautiful setting.
Ketch in the Morning Mist
Colorful sailboat moored near the rocky coast.
Not To Be Missed!
Wendell Gilley began carving birds from wood as a young boy. A plumber by trade, he eventually sold his business and dedicated the remainder of his life to crafting his realistic, beautiful birds. So desirable were his carvings, Abercrombie and Fitch bought as many of his productions as he could provide. Enjoyed by both children and adults, there is opportunity to practice your own carving skills at the museum.
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A Colorful Dinghy
I couldn't resist capturing the multiple colors on this old dinghy in Southwest Harbor.
Lobstah Potts
A collection of lobstah potts near the pier.
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Thurston's for Lunch
The place where the locals go. If you have to wait outside, no worries. Bug spray is provided by the restaurant at no additional charge.
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Thurston's Lobster Pound
Literally on the water.
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A Favorite For the Artists
It was interesting to walk by and see the individuality of each artist capturing the same scene. Each had their own idea of the seascape. One would have never known they were painting in the same venue.
Pilot and Co-Pilot
Len and Spike returning from their morning walk.
When you have a dog on a boat, unless you are parked at a dock, your pooch must be taken by dinghy for walks at least twice a day. Spike is an old hand at negotiating the dinghy.
Hiking the trail to Thuya Gardens
An uphill climb for sure, but the views of Northeast Harbor were pretty spectacular.
2nd View of Northeast Harbor
In this view to the left you can just make out the inlet to the harbor. In the center, the gentle curve of the land inward forms the natural harbor seen on the right.
3rd View of Northeast Harbor
Nearly the entire natural harbor is in full view. Small dinghies, lobster boats, sailboats and yachts of all sizes seek moorings and shelter here. A lovely harbor and quite busy.
Michele and Her Tree
Walking along the trail nearing Thuya Gardens, Michele was fascinated by the size and shape of this tree. A type of Cedar tree perhaps?
The Flowers of Thuya Gardens
Thuya Gardens was originally the summer home of Joseph Henry Curtis. Curtis was a landscape architect in Boston until his death in 1928. The gardens were then held in trust and maintained for a number of years until given to the people of Mt. Desert Island.
Thuya Gardens
A place well worth visiting with small ponds, streams, foliage and flowers of all varieties.
Lilies of All Varieties
The natural fragrance of the lilies attracted hummingbirds, bees and butterflies in abundance.
Bee and Sunflower
This sunflower appears to be smiling at us.
Dahlia
Dahlias of all shapes and colors were mesmerizing to the eye.
Dreamy and Romantic
Can you picture a bride and groom walking up this path?
Making Ready for the Next Adventure
With the gloomy weather breaking, Destiny is prepped for travel at Clifton's Dock.
