By Land

Boothbay Region Land Trust

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

207-633-4818

With over 30 miles of hiking trails, open year round, throughout the area, the BRLT is the place to start if hiking is what you are looking to do. Ranging in difficulty from easy to challenging, many of these trails are a short drive from the Fisherman’s Wharf inn. www.bbrlt.org

 

Boothbay Country Club

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Sweet Green

Country Club Road off of Route 27, Boothbay • 207-633-6085

Eighteen holes of the some of the finest golfing in Maine can be found at the Boothbay Country Club. Just short drive from the Fisherman’s Wharf, this immaculately tended course will prove both challenging and entertaining. Weekly events such as the Friday Night Scramble offer patrons a variety of play types and the proverbial 19th hole, the Grill Room, will satiate even the most ravenous duffer. Contact the course at 207-633-6085 for tee times and information www.boothbaycountryclub.com

 

The Boothbay Playhouse

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Route 27, Boothbay • 207-633-6309

Featuring fully staged productions of Broadway favorites, the Boothbay Playhouse invites you to be entertained by, “Man’s most powerful and vivid way to tell a story….the Living Theater.” Four different productions throughout the summer are artfully recreated on this local stage- immerse yourself in the magic of Broadway, while vacationing on the Maine coast. A short drive from the Fisherman’s Wharf Inn, see website for schedule details. www.boothbayplayhouse.com

 

Carousel Music Theater

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Route 27 • 207-633-5297

Dinner, music and fun makes for a perfect evening in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. While you make your dinner selection and are being served, the talented and friendly servers entertain you with a lively cabaret featuring the best music from Broadway composers, such as Irving Berlin, Noel Coward and Howard Arlen, or marvelous singers of the 1920s-1960s, such as Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Patsy Cline or the Andrews Sisters. Then, with a cup of coffee and a fresh baked dessert in front of you, watch as the curtain goes up and the cast sings and dances in an original review created just for you. Just a short drive from the Fisherman’s Wharf Inn. www.carouselmusictheater.org

 

Maine State Aquarium

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

194 McKown Pt Road • West Boothbay Harbor • 207-633-9542

With touch tanks, exhibits, and presentations, the Maine State Aquarium is a great place to learn and experience the Maine coastal ecosystem. Ranging from a shark touch tank to giant, rare lobsters, the knowledge and friendly staff is sure to make your visit entertaining and informative. A great place to take the family. Just a short drive from the Fisherman’s Wharf Inn. www.maine.gov/dmr/rm/aquarium/

 

Boothbay Railway

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Route 27, Boothbay • 207-633-4727

Take a ride through history! The Boothbay Railway Village is an educational, historical and cultural museum whose mission is to collect, preserve and demonstrate railroading, antique automobiles, small town rural life with an emphasis on Maine between 1850 and 1950. The main attraction is a ride on an authentic steam locomotive, which winds its way through the grounds of the Boothbay Railway Village. Fun for all ages.  www.railwayvillage.org

 

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Barter’s Island Road, Boothbay • 207-633-4333

“Wow!” is the word heard most often at the Gardens. Fabulous ornamental, children’s, and sensory gardens; miles of waterfront and woodland trails on 250 acres; a fine café and shop; art exhibits; and events and programs for all ages in all seasons make this a must for visitors.  Just a short drive from Fisherman’s Wharf, the Gardens is great place to enjoy the outdoors and beauty of Maine. www.mainegardens.org

 

Dolphin Mini Golf

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Route 27, Boothbay • 207-633-4828

Play your way through 18 holes of fun at the Dolphin Mini-golf course. Home of the 2008 US Miniature Golf open, the course challenges you with “Maine” themed holes, such as the Fisherman’s House on 8 and Whale on 16. Great fun for families and couple- an elusive hole-in-one on the 19th hole nets you a free game! www.dolphinminigolf.com