Exploring the Water

• The Maine Association of Sea Kayak Guides and Instructors
  There are several kayak guide and rental outfits close to the Cottage. Click on “Companies” to find them directly. [http://www.maineseakayakguides.com]
• Maine Charter.com
  Book a sailing, fishing or whale watching trip through one of the recreational charter services. [http://www.mainecharter.com/]
• Casco Bay Lines
  Cruise Casco Bay on the oldest ferry service in America. Choose from scenic and music cruises. Leashed dogs are welcome on most cruises. [http://www.cascobaylines.com/]
• Paul's Marina (207-729-3067) and Smith Boatyard ( 207-729-5248) are located on Mere Point, minutes from the Cottage.

Exploring the Land

• Brunswick Area Great Outdoors
  A guide to walking, hiking, and biking around Brunswick and offshore islands. [http://webserver.curtis-mem.lib.me.us/go/index.php?code=brunswick_area]
• Explore Maine by Bike
  Download maps for self-guided bike tours in the Greater Portland and Casco Bay areas, as well as for the rest of Maine. [http://www.exploremaine.org/bike/bt_portland.html]

Events

• Bath-Brunswick Region Chamber of Commerce Events Calendar
  Choose from a wide array for events or check the Things to Do and See for attractions to visit at your own pace, from lighthouses to playgrounds. [http://www.midcoastmaine.com/index.asp?contentID=289&menusetID=3&menuTOPID=1&menuitemID=69&sm=1]
• Maine Office of Tourism
  Sports, concerts, fairs, and other events throughout Maine. [http://www.visitmaine.com/event/result.php?search_referrer=upcoming&search_action=new]
• Community Events
  Plays, concerts, festivals and more throughout Maine. Browse or search for events in specific dates or venues. [http://events.publicbroadcasting.net/mpbc/events.eventsmain]

For Families

• Community Events for Young People
  A listing of events for children and families around Maine. Fun for the whole family. [http://events.publicbroadcasting.net/mpbc/events.eventsmain ~ Choose "Kids & Family."]
• Bath-Brunswick Area Chamber of Commerce Things to Do
  Choose "Kids-especially for" to find everything from the Bath Trolley to the Bailey Island Nature Cruise. [http://www.midcoastmaine.com/index.asp?d=1&contentID=289&menusetID=3&menuTOPID=1&menuitemID=70]

• Bowdoin College
  Visit Bowdoin's campus, Artic Museum, Art Museum, or attend one of the campus events. [http://www.bowdoin.edu/]
• Maine Maritime Museum
  Experience the Maine's maritime history. [http://www.bathmaine.com/]
• Maine State Music Theater
  Broadway in Brunswick. [http://www.msmt.org/default.asp]

Pet Friendly

• Dog Friendly New England: A Traveler's Companion, by Trisha Blanchet
  Find restaurants, outdoor service, stores, historic sites, dog parks, and vets in this handy book. Purchase it online or check your library's shelves.

Shopping

• L.L. Bean
  Neighboring Freeport is the home of L.L. Bean's. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, visit their flagship or outlet stores, undertake outdoor adventures and instruction, or attend their summer concert series. [http://www.llbean.com/]
• Maine Antique Dealer Directory
  Find antiques throughout Maine by category or town. [http://www.metiques.com/]
• Maine Office of Tourism - Shopping
  Search for downtown shopping districts, malls and outlets, arts and crafts galleries, etc. [http://www.visitmaine.com/category/act_shopping.php]