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Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Regions of Maine Feb. 9-13
February 8th, 2012 categories: Maine Waterfront Living
“Primo Cubano,” Johnson Hall, Gardiner
Feb. 9, Thursday, 7:30pm, Dawn Potter and Meg Kearney, literary readings by award-winning New England Poets, free, Bates College, Lewiston. FMI: 207-786-6256, www.bates.edu.
Feb.9, Thursday, 7:30-9:00pm, Kirtan, Bhavani Lorraine Nelson will present Sanskrit chanting with drum accompaniment, reception to follow, free, Emery Community Arts Center, UMF, Farmington. FMI: 207-778-7275, www.umf.maine.edu.
Feb. 10, Friday, 7:30pm, “The Laramie Project,” presented by the Robinson players, Moises Kaufman’s play presents local reactions to the notorious 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, $5, Gannett Theater, Bates College, Lewiston. FMI: 207-786-6161, www.bates.edu.
Feb. 10, Friday, 8pm, “Almost, Maine,” heart-warming comedy, written by John Cariani, this delightful show is a collection of two-character vignettes exploring the mysteries of the heart, $18, Community Little Theater, 30 Academy Street, Auburn. FMI: 207-783-0958, www.laclt.com.
Feb. 11, Saturday, 8:30am, Snowshoe Maine Huts and Trails, 3.2 mile round hike along the shores of Flagstaff Lake to the hut, perfect for families and trail users of all ages, transportation and snowshoes provided by the FRC, meet at the Fitness and Rec Center, $5/community members, UMF, Farmington. FMI: 207-778-7495, www.umf.maine.edu.
Feb. 11, Saturday, 5:30/doors open, 6:30/music starts, Cabaret Nights, featuring Phil Block, virtuoso on violin, Duane Edwards, in-demand young bassist, Ryan Flaherty, seasoned rhythm guitarist, Mike Arciero, Maine-based guitarist, $8/reserves your seat, Hot Club du Monde, Riverside Farm Market, 291 Fairfield Street, Oakland. FMI: 207-465-4439, www.mainetoday.com.
Feb. 11, Saturday, 7:30pm, Primo Cubano, Latin band with Cuban “son” style beat, Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water Street, Gardiner. FMI: 207-582-7144, www.johnsonhall.org.
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Raymond, Maine Offers Plenty of Water for Lake Adventures
August 8th, 2010 categories: Maine Waterfront Living, Sebago Lakes Region
A crystal clear day on Raymond Pond in the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine
Raymond sits on Jordan Bay along the northeast shore of Sebago Lake, the second largest lake in Maine. Water adventures are plentiful on the ponds and lakes including Crescent Lake, Panther Pond, Notched Pond, Raymond Pond, Thomas Pond and Sebago Lake. For dock slips and boat rentals, visit Jordan Bay Marina or Panther Run Marina, both easily accessed from Sebago Lake or Route 302.
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Tassel Top Park, a 35-acre park on Sebago Lake, has one of the nicest sandy beaches on the lake, a secured swimming area, picnic tables and outdoor grills, snack shack and handicap accessible nature trail. You will have to pay a small fee to access the park. Other parks in Raymond include the Sheri Gagnon Memorial Park, with a baseball field and lots of playground equipment, picnic tables and park benches and the Veterans Memorial Park at Panther Run.In the northeastern section of town, Morgan Meadow Wildlife Management Area is a largely forested preserve bisected by Sucker Brook. This mixed forest with a significant wetland habitat is ideal for hiking, biking, canoeing and hunting. Another hiking area offering splendid views including of Mt. Washington is Rattlesnake Mountain. Along Route 302, a paved trail extends from the Raymond/Windham town line to Raymond Beach. Planted areas along this trail are maintained by a group of volunteers called “Walk and Weeders.”
The Good Life Market, at the corner of Routes 302 and 85, offers a variety of sandwiches, locally raised natural beef and bison, imported and specialty cheeses, fresh produce, a large wine selection, Borealis and Big Sky bread, Maine Roasters coffee, fine liquor and spirits, local and specialty beers, personal care products, free movies to borrow and cigars. For fresh seafood, check out the Fisherman’s Catch on Route 302..
The Sebago Lake Derby Fest , held each February at Raymond Beach, attracts people from across the state.
Raymond Town Office, 401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond 04071
www.raymondmaine.org, 207.655.4742, fax: 207.655.3024
Incorporated 1803
Named for Captain William Raymond
Square miles: 41.6
Population: 5,000
2010 Tax Rate: $11.11/thousand
Fire/Police/Ambulance: 911
Non-emergency—Fire and Rescue: 655.1187
Cumberland County Sheriff: 800.501.1111
Raymond Village Library: 207.655.4283
Raymond Elementary School: 207.655.8672
Jordan-Small Middle School: 207.655.4743
RSU 14, Windham Raymond School District: 207.892.1800
Boat Launches: Raymond Pond, Crescent Beach, Panther Pond, Sebago Lake at Raymond Beach
Public Beaches: Tassel Top Park (fee), Raymond Beach, Crescent Beach
Playgrounds: Shari Gagnon Memorial Park, Raymond Elementary School*
Picnic Area: Panther Run
*Not available during school hours
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Maine Tourists Flock to Drive-In Theaters in the Sebago Lakes Region
July 31st, 2009 categories: Maine Waterfront Living, Sebago Lakes Region
Drive-In theaters and Maine summer vacations go hand-in-hand, especially in the Western Maine Lakes and Mountains Region. We are lucky enough to have not one, but two drive-in movie theaters.
As a kid, I remember going to the drive-in in our family station wagon. We always dressed in our pajamas and brought our pillows. It was as much a summer tradition as s’mores and campfires.
We’d pay by the carload, find the right viewing spot, roll down the window and hook on the gray speaker box. Popcorn and soda from the snack bar were treats on those special nights.
Though there were between 4,000 and 5,000 drive-ins operating around the world during their peak in the 1950s and 60s. Today, 496 remain and five drive-ins still operate in Maine. Closest to the Sebago Lakes Region are the Prides Corner Drive-In and the Bridgton Twin Drive-In, both located on Route 302.
I recently caught up with owner John Tevanian of the Bridgton Twin Drive-In as he cleaned the grounds following the midnight showing of Harry Potter. John says he was born into the business, which his parents purchased in 1971.
“Ever since I was old enough, I remember picking up trash and testing popcorn,” says John.
And since the 80s he has spent every summer night at the drive-in.
In 2000, John added a second screen. Screen one accommodates 300 cars, while about 150 can view screen two. The cost is $7.50/person and $5 for children ages 5-11. Movies are shown seven nights a week during the summer and on weekends in the spring and fall.
New this year is the addition of midnight shows. So far, John has shown Transformers and Harry Potter at midnight. Since both did well, he says it may become more of a tradition.
To check on shows and times:
Bridgton Twin Drive-In, Route 302, Bridgton, 207.647.8666
Prides Corner Drive-In, 651 Bridgton Road, Westbrook, 207.797.3154
Or check this Web site: www.drive-ins.com/theater/metbrid .
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Visit Moose Landing Marina on Brandy Pond in Naples, Maine
July 16th, 2009 categories: Maine Waterfront Living, Sebago Lakes Region
Looking to rent a pontoon boat while you are searching for lakefront property in the Sebago Lakes Region? The folks at Moose Landing Marina enjoy serving the people and visitors of the Mountains and Lakes Region of western Maine.
Conveniently located on Route 302 and Brandy Pond, by Long Lake in Naples, Moose Landing Marina is your perfect choice for a boat rental. Their pontoon boats are clean, comfortable and easy to maneuver around our lakes and ponds. They also offer a full-service marina at Point Sebago Resort on Sebago Lake.
With over 1,000 feet of water frontage, 300 deep water slips are available at this family owned and operated marina. A wide range of professional services includes new and pre-owned boat sales, pontoon boat rentals, brokerage services, indoor and outdoor storage, valet services, launch ramp, service and parts and a 150 foot double-sided fuel dock.
The sales department is open 7 days a week, year round. You’ll find Chaparral, Centurion, Evinrude, Bayliner, Godfrey, Carver, Celebrity, Checkmate and more among the choices.
Moose Landing Marina’s ship store stocks a full line of marine products and accessories. Boat storage is available on-site or at a 50,000-square foot climate controlled indoor storage facility on Route 302 in Bridgton. You may also store your RVs, cars, motorcycles, etc. at this site, the former Bridgton Knitting Mill.
The next time you are in the Lakes Region checking out lakefront properties, why not take a break and spend some time on the lakes? Rent a boat from Moose Landing Marina and you can fish, cruise or water ski. Pack your cooler and enjoy a day on the lake.
This is a family friendly marina where boaters take pleasure in sitting at the docks and chatting with fellow boaters. The small-town atmosphere, competitive prices and good selection will keep you returning to Moose Landing Marina.
While tooling around Brandy Pond on your pontoon boat, why not check out these great lakefront properties:
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Bridgton Highlands Country Club a Favorite of Highland Lake Lovers
July 13th, 2009 categories: Maine Waterfront Living, Sebago Lakes Region
Residents of Highland Lake in Bridgton know a good thing when they see it – and when it comes to golf they only need to look the short distance up to “the Highlands”. Need to slow down and enjoy some great golfing in northern New England? Bridgton Highlands Country Club in western Maine is tops.
Bridgton Highlands is well-groomed, interesting and challenging. And the view from the first hole is spectacular: Shawnee Peak Ski Area at Pleasant Mountain, Mt. Kearsarge North, Mount Washington and the much of the Presidential Range.
Designed by A. W. Tillinghast in 1925, Bridgton Highlands was a nine-hole par 37 course. Today, due to an expansion in the 1990s, it boasts an 18-hole par 74 layout with 4 sets of tees, making it playable for golfers of all abilities. Ponds on some of the holes bring shot making strategy into the mix. With tree-lined fairways, the course takes advantage of the natural lay of the land.
Open early May through October, you can enjoy your own game or take part in one of the many group golfing opportunities including Sweeps, Scotch 4-somes, Scrambles, Men’s Group, Ladies Day, Twilight League and Daily Wolf Pack. Throughout the season, Bridgton Highlands is host to several tournaments including the 19th annual Bridgton Hospital Benefit Golf Tournament on September 9, 2009.
The clubhouse is the perfect place to start and finish your golf experience. Tennis, cart rentals, a driving range for members only, and a pro shop are part of the amenities at Bridgton Highlands Country Club. Call the pro shop at 207.647.3491 to reserve your tee time.
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Out and About in the Sebago Lakes Region: July 10-13
July 10th, 2009 categories: Maine Waterfront Living, Maine Waterfront Real Estate News, Sebago Lakes Region
July 8-11, Old Home Days, Harrison, Maine, FMI: www.harrisonmaine.org
July 9-11, Norway Summer Art Festival and Sidewalk Art Fest, Main Street, FMI: 207.739.6161 or www.norwayartsfestival.org
July 9-26, Thursday, Friday and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. Oklahoma! Schoolhouse Theater and Arts Center, Route 114, Sebago Lake Village, FMI: 207.642.3743 or www.schoolhousearts.org
July 10, 7 p.m. Music on the Hill Concert Series: “A Night on Broadway,” Windham Hill UCC Church, FMI: 207.892.7420
July 10, 8 p.m. Jonathan Edwards, a benefit for Mountain Top Music Center, Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road, Brownfield, FMI: 866.227.6523 or www.stonemountainarts.com
July 10-11, 8 p.m. Wonder on the World, Professional Ensemble, The Theater Project, Brunswick, tickets $18, Tickets and info: 207.729.8584 or www.theaterproject.com
July 11, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Artisans and Craftsmen Show, Narramissic, The historic Peabody-Fitch Farm, Ingalls Road, South Bridgton, FMI: 207.647.3699 or www.bridgtonhistory.org
July 11, 8 p.m. Brent McCoy in Clown at Work, Celebration Barn, 190 Stock Farm Road, South Paris, tickets: $14-adults, $12-seniors, $8 students and kids, FMI: 207.743.8452 or www.celebrationbarn.com
July 12, 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Historic Home and Garden Tour, joint project of The Rufus Porter Museum and the Bridgton Historical Society, $25/person, begins at Bridgton Town Hall on North High Street, FMI: 207.647.2828
July 12-13, 15th Annual North Atlantic Blues Festival, Harbor Park, Rockland, FMI: 207.593.1189 or www.northatlanticbluesfestival.com
July 13, 8 p.m. Camp Encore/Coda concert, full orchestral program by professional musicians and selected students to benefit Lakes Environmental Association (LEA has been protecting the lakes of western Maine since 1970), at Deertrees Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, 156 Deertrees Road, Harrison, FMI: 207.583.6747 or www.deertreestheatre.org
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Maine Lakes and Ponds with Restricted Motorboat Use
April 22nd, 2009 categories: Lake Community News, Maine Waterfront Living, Observations and Commentary
We often get asked by Maine lakefront property buyers what the restrictions are on the bodies of water they are buying on. The restrictions have to do with whether or not motor boats are allowed on a body of water and, if so, if there is any limitation on the size, or horsepower, that is allowed. Here is a list for your reference:
MOTOR SIZE RESTRICTIONS ON INTERNAL WATERS
No motorboats allowed:
- Cushman Pond, Lovell,
- Horseshoe Pond, Denmark
- Boston Pond, Denmark
- Bradley Pond, Lovell
- Trout Pond, 13R5
- Wylie Pond, Boothbay
- Little Kennebago Lake, T3R4
- Upper Dam Pool, T4R1 (from gates of dam, downstream or westerly 150 yards)
- Durgin Pond, T2RG BKP WKR
- Little Berry Pond, T2R6 BKP WKR
- Lone Jack Pond, 12RS BKP WKR
- Round Pond, T1 R6 BKP WKR
- Fry Pan Pond, T2R5 BKP EKR
- Blood Pond, T2R13 WELS
- Loon Lake, Rangeley and Dallas Townships
- Martin and/or Long Pond, The Forks Pit
- Big Brook from Burt Garrity Road in T13 R1O WELS to and including Big Brook Lake in T14R1O WELS
- Simpson Pond, Roque Bluff
- Southern most part of Thompson Lake separated from the main body by a causeway known as The Heath, Casco
- Little Pond, Damariscotta
- Moxie Long Bog, Bald Mountain twp.
- Clay Pond, Fryeburg
- Watson Pond, Rome Twp.
- Walton’s Mill Pond, West Farmington
- Sand Pond, Limington Twp.
- Saddleback Lake, Dallas Plt.
- Hooper Pond (Little Sabattus), Greene
- Adams Pond, Boothbay
- Levenseller Pond, Searsrnont
- Portage Lake, T13R6 WELS, that portion known as the Floating Island Area, north and westerly of a line beginning at the eastern edge of the marshy peninsula running out from Hutchinson Ridge, running 50 yards outside of the floating islands in a northerly direction to the mouth of Mosquito Brook
- Quimby Pond, Rangeley
- Jerry Pond, so called, situated within the boundaries, or having a shoreline abutting, the incorporated municipality of Millinocket and the unincorporated Townships being TlR7 and TAR7
- Upper and Lower Ox Brook Lakes in the towns of T6ND, T6R1 and Talmadge
- Snow’s Pond (as referred to in the Dunham-Daves Work Plan) situated west of Rt. 7, Dover-Foxcroft
- Lily Pond, Edgecomb
- Nesowadnehunk (Sourdnahunk) Little, T5R11
Motorboats with more than 6 horsepower prohibited:
- Perley’s Pond, Denmark
- Little Pond, Denmark
- Ell and/or L Pond, Sanford and Wells
- Black Lake, Fort Kent
- Farrington Pond, Lovell
- Heald Pond, Lovell
- Horseshoe Pond, Stoneham and Lovell
- Haley Pond, Rangeley Twp. and dllas Plt.
- Rich Mill Pond, Standish
- Boyd Pond, Bristoll
- Harriman Pond, Dedham
- Long Pond, Denmark
Motorboats with more than 10 horsepower prohibited:
- Lower Range Pond, Poland
- Sand Pond, Sanford
- East Carry Pond, T2R3
- West Harbor Pond, Boothbay Harbor
- Five Kezar Ponds: (Mud, Little Mud, Back, Middle and Jewett Ponds located singly or jointly in Waterford, Stoneham and Lovell)
- Timoney Lake, Oakfield and Smyrna
- McKenney Pond, Holeb Township
- Big Fish Pond, Holeb Township
- Barrett Pond, Holeb Township
- Turner Pond, Forsythe Township
- Little Turner Pond, Forsythe Twp.
- Long Pond, Forsythe Township
- Arnold Brook Recreation Watershed Lake In Presque Isle
- Lard Pond, Turner
- Echo Lake, Mount Desert
- Stevens Pond, Liberty
- Moulton Pond, Dedham
- Mainstream Pond, Harmony
- Hobbs Pond (Little Pennessawassee), Norway
- Toddy Pond, Brooks, Waldo County
- Knickerbocker Pond, Boothbay
- Eagle Lake and Jordan Pond, Mt. Desert Island
- Long Pond, Twp. E and Twp. D
Motorboats with more than 10 horsepower prohibited from June 1 to September 15:
- Little Black River tributary to the St. John River in Aroostook County
Motorboats with internal combustion engines prohibited:
- Garland Pond, Sebec and Dover-Foxcroft
- York Pond, Eliot
- Mt. Blue Pond, Avon
- Sewell Pond, Arrowsic
- Nokomis Pond, Newport and Palmyra
Allagash Wilderness Waterway
- Canoes only – with motor not to exceed 10 h.p. from Lock Dam north to West Twin Brook
- No restriction on motorboats of any type on Telos Lake, Round Pond (T6R11) and Chamberlain Lake
- Canoes only – no motors – on Allagash Lake and Allagash Stream down to Chamberlain Lake.
Baxter State Park
- No motorboats allowed except on Webster and Matagamon Lakes.
Lt. G. Manuel Wildlife Area, Hodgdon, Maine
- No motorboats allowed.
Please don’t hesitate to contact your friends at Mr. Lakefront to get any additional clarification, more information, or get an update. If you want to take a look at some great lakefront property it’s easy to get started by just clicking on our Lakefront Locator. Thanks!
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Maine Lakefront Real Estate – Getting Rid of Undesirables
November 18th, 2008 categories: Maine Waterfront Living
Now that the leaves are off the trees and we’ve seen a few snowflakes dance in the air, lakefront property owners are probably thinking more about the upcoming holidays than they are their place on the lake. But the offseason is a great time for reflection and planning, and getting educated about the natural world around us is a responsibility we all share.If you have even a passing interest in Maine lakes and ponds, by now you have probably heard about invasive aqauatic plants that are not native to Maine. Maine has over 6000 lakes and ponds and keeping an eye on them is a big job. There is an organized volunteer lakes monitoring program that does a great job keeping tabs on these bodies of water and one of the primary things they are on the lookout for is invasive aquatic plant species.
Maine has aquatic plants that are native to the state and pose no threat to either the eco-system or the enjoyment of lakes and ponds by the public and property owners. But these invasive non-native plants are another thing altogether. These invasive species can drive out the native ones, make shore areas unswimmable and foul boat propellers, rob oxygen from the water thereby impacting the fishery, and upset the natural eco-system that has been in balance for years and years.
Lake monitoring volunteers are making a huge effort to identify areas of invasion and work with professionals to inhibit non-native growth and work toward eradication. Everyone who lives on a lake or vacations on a lake can be a volunteer and help in this cause. But first you must educate yourself to know what you’re looking for. And once you know what you’re looking for you need to know what to do when you identify “an invasive”.
The Maine Center For Invasive Aquatic Plants and the Maine Volunteer Lake Monitoring Program have published a most informative book that details not only Maine’s eleven most unwanted invasive aquatic plants, but also gives information about the native species that are okay, but may look like the bad guys. There’s also a section about non-native animal species like rusty crayfish and mitten crabs. You can be on the lookout for these badboys, too. They not only tell you how to identify these plants and animals, but also tell you how to collect them and who to call.
You can order this book for $20 through the MVLM website or you can download for free here. Take a look and see if you might want to be a volunteer lake monitor the next time summer rolls around and help in the effort to rid our good Maine waters of these undesirables.
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Maine Waterfront Property – Water Runoff Awareness
November 14th, 2008 categories: Maine Waterfront Living
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection estimates that between 40% and 70% of rain and snow melt that falls on a Maine residential property runs off and finds its way to streams, rivers, and lakes. Because of their proximity to the water, lakefront property owners play an especially important role in controling runoff.
Make sure that water runs off your driveway and walkways into vegetated areas. If you have gutters and a downspout, direct the water into vegetated areas or into a rain barrel.
Soil erosion is the primary pollutant that is carried into waterways via runoff. Soil contains phosphorus which encourages aquatic plant growth and algae blooms. The soil itself can be harmful to fish habitats, affect boating and swimming areas, and generally degrade the quality and clarity of the water. Try to repair and stabilize places where you see soil erosion taking place and plant vegetative buffers between your property and the water.
When doing lawn and garden work be careful not to overuse or misuse fertilizers or pesticides. Better yet, don’t use them at all. Use organic mulch and compost your yard waste. Also, make sure to properly store and dispose of any chemicals you might use around your property including paint, varnishes, cleaning products, bleach, solvents, oil, and detergents.
The United States DEP has published an article that is a handy reference to help all homeowners do their part to keep Maine lakes and waterways clean and pollution-free. Click here to see the entire article.
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Maine Waterfront Property – Living Green, Shopping Local
September 18th, 2008 categories: Maine Waterfront Living
I was talking with a friend of mine in Portland today who publishes an annual guide to “living green” in Southern Maine. This book, called the “SunriseGuide” is chock full of great information, but the bonus is that it contains over $5000 worth of coupons that help the purchaser buy products which sustain and nurture a healthy and friendly environment.
Anyone interested in living the good life in Maine, especially on a lakefront property, should take a look at this book. Once you pick it up, you can’t put it down. It offers tons of helpful hints on such things as financing energy efficient home improvements, tips for improving your gas mileage, nature-friendly insect repellent, composting, and the efficacy of cloth diapers.
In addition, the advertisers have to satisfy a criteria, and I quote, “It is our goal that all products and services advertised in the SunriseGuide have significantly reduced environmental impacts compared to their competitors or alternatives.” How cool is that?!
The book is divided into areas of interest including Food & Dining, Health & Outdoor Living, Home & Garden, and Style & Personal Care. Each section has an editorial focus as well as coupons from vendors in that area of interest.
From green building suppliers, to wellness spas, to many places to eat, to greenhouses, to recreational centers, to the Portland Symphony and Portland Museum of Art – all have valuable coupons here ready for use by you and your family.
Part handbook, part coupon book, this publication is a keeper. The 2009 edition is due out soon, but there are still plenty of 2008 issues available and the coupons are good through the end of the year.
Take an online look at this compelling publication and decide for yourself if you wouldn’t benefit from having a copy. Click here to go directly to the SunriseGuide website.
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