Activités uniques à Maine

Join Captain Joe for a relaxing private boat cruise over to our oyster farm where you will shuck and slurp oysters straight out of the water, and learn about our Shellfish Reef Restoration project. Feel free to bring along snacks and your favorite drink. I’ll make sure we have plenty of oysters and all the fixings for our favorite rum cocktail! This trip lasts 1.5-2 hours and is available for up to 6 people . Kids of all ages are welcome to come but I find that children ages 9+ get the most enjoyment out of this type of trip. I have a similar aquaculture trip that is designed for kids aged 4-13 if you are looking for a more family-friendly activity. I only host private groups and the total price including all fees is: $255 for up to 3 people, plus $85 for each additional person up to 6 max.

Take a rest from the stress of the modern world and get ready to fall in love with group of energetic fun seeking Corgis as they take you on a unique journey to a special place where you find hidden dwellings and discover the secret treasure chests. BlissWood Forest is located in Coastal Maine one hour south of Acadia National Park. You will arrive at Corgi Bliss, in the town of Penobscot, on the edge of the forest. There you will meet your hosts, the Corgis along with Jennifer or Katie. Drinks will be offered, as well as a discussion about safety while walking with the corgis . We will set off on our journey through the fields, and into BlissWood Forest. The easy half-mile hike is well maintained and goes at a leisurely pace. The loose Corgis will be scurrying about ahead as they sniff the ground and try to pick up the scent of pixie dust. Help the Corgis find the hidden treasure chests and secret swellings along the path. We pause a lot for selfies, kisses and cuddles from the animals. Then we loop down the trail and return to Corgi Bliss, where drinks and snacks are to be had before saying our goodbyes. We will be outdoors in the fresh air and forest, wear layered clothing and shoes that protect your feet from the elements. Enjoy the earthy smells and forest sounds, and the corgis. For safety, only our dogs can join us on this hike. Children under two years are FREE!

Enjoy the true outdoors with an easy 3/4 - 1 mile private nature hike hosted by a pack of loose, well trained German Shepherd Dogs. The hike starts at our farm in coastal Maine and wanders through a network of trails winding through a natural wild Maine forest. You will be hiking with a large pack of (5 to 12) loose german shepherd dogs of various ages who will want attention along the way! On the walk there are soft forest trails, sometimes mud puddles and slippery footing. Throughout our adventure you will learn tips on hiking with a pack of German Shepherds the way they communicate and what their body language means. Once we return there will be bathroom facilities, snacks and beverages. We will also talk about how we raise and imprint our young shepherds and prepare them as family companions. Your hosts for the nature walk will be either Jennifer, Katie, or both! We began offering pack walks at our open house for our German Shepherd Breeding program, and because of the enthusiasm and popularity, we decided to host this event through Airbnb. This hike is a carefully selected pack of our own German Shepherds. We do not allow visiting dogs to join on the pack hike. Children under two years old are FREE

Take a sailboat tour around Muscongus Bay to see a unique perspective of a local lighthouse: from the water on a sailboat. Our boat, s/v Shearwater, is a classic plastic New England designed Pearson 10M. She is a comfortable live-aboard cruiser named for the birds that followed my wife and I across the Atlantic ocean during our voyage in 2022. Our trip will start from the Friendship Townlanding and head out into Muscongus Bay as we make our way out to Franklin Lighthouse. Along the way enjoy sites of the beautiful Maine coast and the occasional harbor seal!

I meet my guests at the trailhead of a beautiful location on Mount Desert Island, and start off with a brief introduction to Mindfulness Practice and it's benefits and then I will guide them through a variety of deeply relaxing mindfulness practices including Mindful Walking through the forest, Mindfulness of the Senses while sitting by the ocean and Mindful Eating by the sea. This experience allows guests to slow down, to connect with themselves, to their experience & with nature in a fully present, deeply relaxing, unique way.

ONLY BOOK ONE PERSON FOR GROUP (the cost will be 700$ total for up to 6 people) This is a private charter. It is a set cost no matter how many people in your group.Book the group price and you can take up to 5 more people with you. The tour can be adjusted and customized to whatever you desire for 3 hrs. If you just want a sightseeing cruise to sit back and relax I can accommodate that. If you want to rod and reel fish for 3 hrs we can do that also. However if you want to follow my usual tour I do It’s 3 hour boat tour on a real Maine lobster boat with a 3rd generation fisherman. We will be sight seeing, looking at seals, some rod and reel fishing for mackeral and Polluck, then Haul lobster traps with a full explanation.. You will be able to learn the trade, hands on measuring and banding lobsters. Licenses are covered under the boats operator permits and all equipment is provided Sightseeing with narration along the trip viewing a lighthouse and harbor seals! Possibly take some lobsters home with you at the end if we catch some! NOTE- if you select a tour for Sundays,Taking home lobster is not allowed. We can haul traps and look at lobsters but cannot take them. They have to be tossed back in the ocean.

Lighthouse Bikes offers bicycle tours, close to a paved trail that connects the lighthouses of South Portland. Join us for a historic tour by bike to learn more about the rich history of this area while enjoying a leisurely ride! All bikes are classic Worksman cruisers with comfortable seats, handmade baskets perfect for picnicking and pedal brakes. Our tours cover topics from shipbuilding in Maine, to the local ecology, the history of the lighthouses and insider tips for folks new to the area. The ride is mostly flat and covers five miles.

You will find Pirate Jack down at the Belfast City Harbor Dock aboard the Back and Forth, a traditional 28ft wooden lobster boat. The perfect iconic vessel to embark on your treasure hunt! Safety first! We will get the safety procedures covered, life vests, pirate hats allocated & seating chosen. Then we will get underway! Once we are out in the bay we will need to flip the old sand timer! We only have 1 1/2 hrs to find the treasure before it is lost to the deep forever. Our only directions are an old treasure map and some cryptic clues that were discovered in the walls of this very lobster boat! There are 8 'X's on the map but only 1 leads to the treasure! Which will it be? How do we find it! Of course...solve the clues and all will be revealed. Together we can work out the clues that will lead us to the right spot where we can haul the treasure chest. The 8 crosses are there to deter us and we might not get it the first time! We need to watch out as the sand timer is flowing. Quick, back to the clues! We have to find the treasure before it is lost and I am sure we will! Other things to note In the interest of safety we take this opportunity to point out that the treasure will contain small pieces

I can take up to 2 people per class and we will make ONE wood bowl together. I will start by showing a couple of videos of what we will be doing, followed by safety instructions before we dive in. No prior experience is required. I provide active hands-on instruction, demonstrations and enthusiastic encouragement. You will make all the creative decisions of wood type, bowl shape and size etc. I offer a selection of woods to choose from including locally harvested hardwoods purchased from me directly on the day of the class. NOTE! I can schedule this event any time or day - just let me know what day or time you want. Other things to note: Plan on getting covered in shavings! Wear work clothes and roll up long sleeves, remove watches and bracelets and long hair must be tied back. I will provide all safety equipment and advice. A materials fee of $12 to $30 covers the wood blank.

Each experience includes 12 oysters & toppings including lemon, cocktail sauce, hot sauce and our chef's homemade mignonette! Shucking knives and gloves are provided for use during the class. You will be greeted by a knowledgeable member of our Boom Shuck-a-Lucka team, a group passionate individuals all oyster farmers themselves. We will provide detailed step by step instruction on how to shuck an oyster. Participants will then start shucking & we will continue to work 1 on 1 with you as needed. In addition to learning how to shuck we will educate & hopefully entertain on the history of Maine oysters & our growing aquaculture industry. Additional food and drinks will be available for purchase as well.

A Ten Apple Farm goat hike is a two hour recreational and educational goat experience. You'll meet your hosts (and our herd of Alpine dairy goats), and hear about their 16 years of experience with goats and living on a small family farm. Once we've met the goats and the many other animals residents of the farm, we’ll set off on a hike through the Ten Apple Farm woods with the goats and Philip our sheep! The hike consists of an approximately one and a half mile loop trail through our woods on lightly groomed trails. Along the way we’ll talk about goats as pack animals, what they eat, and you’ll learn a thing or two about raising and caring for goats. There's lots of time for interacting with the goats, asking questions, or just soaking in the Maine woods and these adorable, fun animals. We end the experience with fresh goat milk and homemade cookies! Please note: Children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult. 5 and 6 year olds should plan to hold a parent's hand during the hike. (Children under 4 must be carried). Other things to note: The hike is not strenuous, but there is a little bit of steep terrain in 2 spots. We have rope railings on the trail to assist with getting up and down in those spots, but guests who have bad knees, hips, or other difficulties with uneven or steep terrain should be aware.

"Peinture de la nature" Je suis ravi de peindre à nouveau avec vous dans le magnifique parc national d'Acadia! C’est une joie de peindre ici, et je souhaite la bienvenue aux «Expérimentateurs» de tous horizons ou niveaux d’expérience! Cette classe est ** dépendante de la météo **: nous travaillons à l'extérieur. ! En cas de mauvais temps, je dois annuler, malheureusement (bien sûr, vous ne serez pas facturé). Dans cet atelier d'une journée, vous créez des peintures de paysages, de paysages marins ou de «portraits de nature», en utilisant le «roi des médias»: les peintures à l'huile. (Les techniques seront enseignées). Nous peignons sur place. Votre kit est inclus dans le coût de ce cours, et vous l'emportez avec vous à la fin de l'atelier! (Instructions de vol avec peinture à l'huile incluses) Incontournables: ** National Park Pass **, chapeau, crème solaire, matériel anti-insectes, veste, bouteille d'eau, porter des chaussures confortables Utile: un téléphone portable, une collation, un masque Niveau de compétence: Quelconque

Forest Therapy, also known as forest bathing, is a synthesis of ancient traditions and modern research referring to the practice of spending time in forested areas for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. Humans have long recognized the healing properties of spending time with trees. In recent centuries we have rapidly shifted towards urbanized and digitized environments that do not provide our bodies with the biological stimuli required for heath. Forest therapy is a research-based practice that connects people with sunlight, fresh air, and organic compounds such as terpenes and phytoncides that are essential to maintaining our health. Studies demonstrate numerous health benefits, especially in supporting the cardiovascular and immune systems. Medical research also demonstrates that forest bathing supports a reduction of cortisol (stress) levels and blood pressure, stabilizes and improves mood, and offers increased mental focus. Beneficial phytoncides, are also known to decrease depression and anxiety. Forest Therapy takes a mindfulness based approach to deepening reciprocal relationships with the more than human world. You will be offered a number of invitations that will awaken the senses, restore connection to nature and yourself, and practice mindfulness. There will be moments of silence and time for sharing your experiences and stories.

Experience Maine’s most beautiful sights with this narrated driving tour! Cruise through Acadia’s pristine wilderness, hear the legends of the Native tribes who once called this place home, and summit the majestic Cadillac Mountain. Plus, visit the quaint, picturesque coastal town of Bar Harbor. This 22-mile-long tour covers the essentials of Acadia National Park in 2-3 hours. READ BEFORE BOOKING Buy only one ticket per car. Pick any date, time slot, or group type — it doesn’t matter. Since this is self-guided, use it anytime or any duration. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! This is not an entrance ticket. Perfect for holiday travelers and team-building groups. HOW IT WORKS On booking, you’ll get instructions to download my tour guide app. Enter your Airbnb Booking Confirmation Code as the password (enabled within 10min). Complete all steps right away. Don’t wait until you’re onsite (no internet). When onsite, use your GPS to go to the start. Launch the tour. As you follow the tour route, my audio stories will play automatically.

Arrive to our micro flower farm tucked at the end of a dead end road just 30 minutes from Portland. You will be able to walk around our flower farm and snip stems to make a bouquet of your very own. Once you have instruction, proper cutting snips and a jar of cold water you are on your own. Take as long as you would like and enjoy the buzzing bees and chirping birds in our small corner of the world.