An Insider's Guide To Visiting The Boothbay Harbor Region

By Liz Giles-Brown

This is the second edition. The third edition of this title is now available. Visit https://www.createspace.com/4757873 to order. An Insider's Guide To Visiting The Boothbay Harbor Region was written by Liz Giles-Brown, long time local resident, to help visitors and Maine residents get the most out of their visit to this wonderful area in mid-coast Maine. It includes general information about the area including downtown, boating and fishing opportunities, where to go to enjoy the shoreline and land preserve hiking trails, recreational and family friendly outings as well as dining and evening entertainment activity options. Every entry includes a description, detailed driving directions, physical addresses and all available contact information. This book is the next best thing to a personal tour guide. Why spend time researching things to do in the Boothbay Harbor Region when the work has already been done for you? Just get out and enjoy. Visit www.exploreboothbayharbor.com for more information, pictures & videos.Chapter 1 contains all the general information about the area including the Boothbay Harbor Web Cam, directions, chamber of commerce, special events, grocery stores, pharmacy, laundry facilities, worship, pet services, automobile services and emergency information. Head downtown with chapter 2. It includes information about parking, landmarks, public docks, parks, public restrooms and how to get around on the Rocktide Trolley.Chapters 3 and 4 are dedicated getting you on the water. It includes sightseeing power and sailboat trips, trips with island destinations, fishing, trap hauling, charter boats and kayak/boat rentals. You'll also find public launch sites in case you travel with your own kayak, stand up paddle board, or boat.Check chapter 5 if you want to test the waters, walk the shoreline, or go for a scenic drive in the Boothbay Harbor Region. This chapter also includes other options for getting into the water if you're staying someplace that doesn't have a pool.Chapter 6 takes you hiking on the land preserve trails, many of which often take you near the water's edge with vistas with spectacular views. It also provides information about Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens located in Boothbay.Traveling with Kids? Consult chapter 7 to discover outings that appeal to kids and kids at heart. Find local playgrounds and adventure course. This chapter also contains a section on local camp, tennis and sailing lessons. Need to move or get a workout? Chapter 8 takes you to the YMCA, the local golf course, public tennis courts or out for a bike ride.If you're a history buff read chapter 9. You'll find information about historical societies and museums, a local fort and haunted history tours as well as where to find out about special events that might be scheduled during your visit.Chapter 10 takes you out in the evening to a band concert, the opera house, the Boothbay Playhouse, a local movie theater or some of the local restaurants and bars for some live music.Chapter 11 is dedicated to sharing all of your dining options with complete listings of all the restaurants and other places to grab a bit to eat.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1478260874
• ISBN13: 9781478260875
• Release Date: May 2013
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 6.0"