A taste of the Portland Maine coast.
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Another week of absolutely perfect weather in New England to chronicle in this week’s foliage report! After the incessant rains of summer lasted into early September, most never would’ve imagined a stretch of weather like this to begin the autumn season. Warm, sunny days and cool nights bring out the best foliage colors, and we’ve […]
The schooner Heron approaches Indian Island Lighthouse at the entrance to Rockport Harbor, Maine
Crashing Wave at Quoddy
Wave crashing into a rocky crevice at Gullivers Hole, Quoddy Head State Park, Lubec, Maine overlooking the Bay of Fundy and Gulf of Maine.
Pre Irene Surge
Prior to Hurricane Irene’s near missing downeast Maines bold coast, the Bay of Fundy and Gulf of Maine experienced powerful ocean surges that were a spectacular display of the oceans might. This image was taken at Quoddy Head State Park located in Lubec, Maine.
West Quoddy Head Lighthouse in heavy evening fog beaming its light onto the Bay of Fundy and Gulf of Maine. Quoddy Head State Park, Lubec, Maine
West Quoddy Head Lighthouse radiates its light into the late night coastal sea mist at Quoddy Head State Park, Lubec, Maine
Sail Rock Sunrise
Sunrising over Sail Rock at Quoddy Head State Park in Lubec, Maine
The schooner Olad in the foreground at dock in the peaceful and serene waters of Camden Harbor, Maine at 4 AM long before the sunrise.
The relic boat in the foreground adds interest and depth to the distant abandoned smokehouse located in this secluded down east Maine coastal cove. This location in Trescott, Maine Is known by the name “Baileys Mistake” since back in the 1700’s. The story goes something like this: There was then a renowned sea captain, a […]
Perfect — it’s the only way to describe the weather for the past two weeks, especially for producing great foliage colors! The nights have been clear and cool, and the days mild and bright. Sunshine has been abundant, and rainfall limited. In fact, the only rain we’ve seen has been alongside cold fronts that reinforce […]
Lobster Mac n’ Cheese
Who doesn’t love lobster mac n’ cheese? It’s an inspired combination: the sweet lobster and tangy cheese, the crunchy topping and chewy meat. It’s also an inexpensive way to cook something that feels decadent. Lobster prices are so low these days and you can stretch the meat from a single lobster to feed a family. […]