Things To Do

44th Annual Great Schooner Race (July 3, 1-4p)

Hailed as "the largest annual gathering of traditional schooners in America," this year at least twenty schooners are expected to participate in the 44th Annual Great Schooner Race scheduled to take place on July 3rd, 2020 in Penobscot Bay. The history of racing these magnificent wooden coasting schooners started over a century ago with sailors trying to beat their competitors to market. The first boat back to port always got the best price for their cargo—perhaps fish, lumber, granite or even Christmas trees. The "Race" was always unspoken, but ever present. Needless to say, sailors have always been independent types. Contributing to the Great Schooner Race’s quirkiness, it is one of the only sailing events in the world that requires no prior sailing experience on the part of the participants!

Great Schooner Race Lunch Sail - aboard Schooner Heron (July 3, 11:30a-3:30p)

Be a part of this unique chance to see a dozen Maine schooners racing under full sail on beautiful Penobscot Bay. Race is from Islesboro to Rockland Breakwater. A sailing/photo opportunity you don’t want to miss. 11:30-3:30, $85/person Includes Lobster roll lunch. Soda, beer and wine available for purchase as well.

Breakwater

Take a walk out on the mile-long breakwater.

Thomaston Fourth of July Festivities (Kicks off with pancake breakfast @ 7a, Parade @ 11a)

Large, traditional "small town" July 4th big parade (11 am), pancake breakfast, pet show, craft tent, road races, chicken BBQ, children's activities, horseshoe tournament, entertainment, music and fireworks!

Hike Mount Battie

Bring your hiking shoes and take a hike up Mount Battie, where the mountains meet the sea! If you're not up for the hike, you can still experience the breathtaking view of Camden Hills State Park by driving up (small fee per car).

Cellardoor Winery

Sweetgrass Farm Winery and Distillery

The Pour Farm

Lorraine Construction built this local brewery - go check it out!