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2010 Weekend Packages
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Visit the new Deer Isle Lighthouse Trail Year Round!
The newly created Lighthouse Trail includes 8 lighthouses within striking distance of Deer Isle. All can be seen year round by air with Penobscot Island Air. U.S. Lighthouse Society Passports and official stamps are available at the Inn. Book a private flight for $269 to $299. Call Sally Sinclair at Penobscot Island Air at 207-596-7500 or info@penobscotislandair.net.

February 12-14 • Valentine's "Lobster for Lovers" Weekend
*($190 – $280 for two) (American Eagle $330 for two)
Our Valentine's Day package happens only when Valentine's Day falls on a weekend. So join us this year for a special "Lobster for Lovers" dinner featuring fresh Stonington lobster. (Our new room service entrees are available as non-seafood alternatives.) Package includes 2 nights, continental breakfast, 3 course lobster dinner for 2.

May 21-23 • "Wings, Waves & Woods" Birding Weekend
*($130 – $220 for two) (American Eagle $270 for two)
This 3rd annual birding event offers guided bird walks & talks, eagle nest viewing, pelagic & puffin boat trips, a "local foods" dinner, slide presentation and book signing with Bob Duchesne creator of the Maine Birding Trail, birding by kayak, gallery shows and art lessons. It's a weekend filled with birding "by land, by sea and by art". Sponsored by Island Heritage Trust, Downeast Audubon and our Chamber of Commerce. Download a schedule. Package includes 2 nights, brochure & maps.

Special Offerings Mid-May through Mid-October

"Best of Both Worlds" Moose Safari
*($558 – $625 for two) (American Eagle $745 for two)
Spend 2 nights at the Inn on the Harbor and 2 nights at the farm house on Mountain Glory Farm overlooking Mount Katahdin and Baxter State Park. On one of your days at the Farm enjoy a 5 hour moose safari with Dale Stevens, who guarantees you will see moose (from mid-May through August). Although there are thousands of moose in Maine, knowing where to find them in the Great North Woods at any given time is Dale's specialty. It's a photographer's delight! Package includes 4 nights & moose safari for 2. Stay at either location first.

"Moose & Mountain Glory Farm"
*($365 – $385 for two)
Spend 3 nights at our lovely 1890 farm house on Mountain Glory Farm and enjoy a 5 hour moose safari. Although we do have moose on the farm, we have yet to train them to let us know when they plan to walk about. So taking a safari with Dale is a sure fire way to see these wonderful creatures in their wild native habitat plus other beautiful flora & fauna of the Great North Woods. Package includes 3 nights & moose safari for 2.

How many moose might you see? Dale's "moose siting" calendar looks something like this: Mid-May & June average 12 to 30 moose. July averages 10 to 12. August averages 1 to 5. September & October are "iffy" months averaging 1 to 3. He offers a money back guarantee from mid-May through August. From mid-May through August tours depart at 4pm, returning at 9pm. During September and October tours leave at 5:30am (that’s right!) and return at 10:30am. The "safari" van is clean, non-smoking, air conditioned and seats 9. Tours leave rain or shine from Millinocket. There are "pottie" (and smoking) stops along the way. Private tours for 2 people are available at an additional $300.

New Lighthouse Trail Cruises! July 18th • August 15th • September 19th
Resulting from the success of our new Lighthouse Trail created in 2009, the Isle au Haut Mail Boat Company will give 3 lighthouse cruises this year to see 6 of the 8 lighthouses on the Trail. Cruise through the archipelago of Penobscot Bay from Stonington to Vinalhaven in comfort aboard the Miss Lizzie or the Mink, both equipped with potties, indoor seating and Coastguard inspected. Lighthouse narration will be given by George Cole, President of the Isle au Haut Boat Co. U.S. Lighthouse Society passports and official stamps available on board. Reservations requested to guarantee a seat. Adults $75, children under 12 $50. Please call 207-367-5193.

Daily Boat Trips with Captain Walt
Enjoy the unparalleled beauty of the Deer Isle archipelago by private custom boat charter. Join Captain Walt Reed aboard the Gael to see these Penobscot Islands in a way that few get to experience, by creating your own tour. Enjoy viewing wildlife, lighthouses, architecture, or just being out on the water. A limit of four people guarantees a personalized adventure complete with a running commentary on an amazing array of Maine topics. Capt. Walt is a registered Maine Guide, professional biologist and licensed Master by the U.S. Coast Guard. RATES: $35/person for first hour and $15/person for each additional hour. Children under 12 are half price. Reservations & 2 passenger minimum is required. Call 207-348-6789 or email walt@guidedislandtours.com.

Sail the Bay aboard "Willow"
Join Captain Geoff and first mate Iana aboard their 1959 classic 32' wooden sloop. Tack through the gorgeous archipelago of Penobscot Bay while learning basic sailing skills or just enjoying the ride. Drawing lessons and gourmet lunches are also available on request. Capt Geoff is a licensed captain. The Willow has a motor and a pottie. Cruise mid-May through October weather permitting. Private charters for special interests available. Half day cruises: 11am - 2pm and 2:30pm - 5:30pm,1-4 people $250, additional people $62.50, 6p max. Full day cruises: 11am - 5pm,1-4 people $500, additional people $125, 6p max. Call 207-367-6555 or 207-409-2910 or visit www.sailwillow.com.

June 18-20 • 9th Annual Lupine Festival
*($308 - $360 for two) (American Eagle $480 for two)
This year enjoy a pinky schooner sailing trip, "Lupine-by-Sea" boat trips and "Lupine-by-Air" airplane rides. The Island's Evergreen Garden Club sponsor’s a "Private Garden Tour". Islandwide activities include a craft fair, quilt show, gallery walk, rummage sale, eagle watching, a community dinner "at the Grange", shows at the Opera House, and more. The Lupine Loop artists and artisans will once again open their studios and galleries all weekend for visitors. The Island is in bloom - celebrate Springtime with us! Download a schedule. Package includes Lupine map, 2 Festival T-shirts and 2 nights at the Inn.

September 17-19 • Deer Isle Lighthouse Weekend
*($523 - $575 for two) (American Eagle $695 for two)
View all 8 lighthouses on our new Lighthouse Trail! Begin your Deer Isle lighthouse weekend on Saturday morning with a boat trip aboard the Gael with Capt Walt to climb Mark Island's Lighthouse, greeted by Mike Little of Island Heritage Trust. On Sunday join Isle au Haut Mailboat Co. President, George Cole, aboard the Mink (or Ms Lizzie) for a glorious narrated 5-6 hour tour around Penobscot Bay to see 6 of the lighthouses on Trail. Or if you prefer a birdseye view, on Sunday see all 8 lighthouses from the air with Penobscot Island Air! Sunday's trip is your choice of sea or air. Two lighthouses can be viewed by car from the shore. Package includes Sat. trip w/Capt Walt for 2, Sunday mailboat or air tour w/ box lunch from the Inn for 2, and 2 nights at the Inn. (U.S. Lighthouse passports can be stamped aboard both vessels or at the Inn.)

September TBA • Day Sail Penobscot Bay on the Schooner Summertime
*($358 - $410 for two) (American Eagle $530 for two)
Explore Penobscot Bay with Captain Bill Brown aboard the 53' pinky schooner Summertime. Guests will embark at Stonington's Town Landing for a 6 hour sail among the enchanting islands of  Penobscot Bay. Sail through some of the world's most glorious scenery watching seals, eagles, lighthouses, schooners, lobstermen and maybe a porpoise or two. Includes a homemade lunch served on board and a "turn at the wheel" if you wish. Sail date is TBA. Rain/fog date is TBA. Package includes 6 hour sail, lunch on board and 2 nights at the Inn.

October 8-10 • Annual Peninsula Potters Tour
*($278 - $330 for two) (American Eagle $450 for two)
This annual 2 day self guided open studio/gallery tour features talented potters from the Blue Hill Peninsula.  From porcelain to woodfired clay, from teapots to sculpture, our local potters works can be found from the Smithsonian Institute to your kitchen table. A great opportunity for collectors & foliage lovers. Package includes tour map and 2 nights at the Inn.

November 24-28 • Thanksgiving Weekend
*($295 - $430 for two) (American Eagle $505 for two)
Our relaxing 3 day holiday weekend includes a traditional, homemade Island Thanksgiving dinner with fresh turkey and all the fixings prepared and served at the Inn. The Island is still busy in November and many shops, galleries and restaurants are open. Our Chamber of Commerce site has more about "Off-Season" Island activities. Package includes hors d'oeuvres and Thanksgiving dinner for 2, continental breakfast and 3 nights at the Inn.


*tax and gratuities not included in rates **all prices subject to change

~ Inn Gift Certificates are available for use year round. ~

Please call for reservations: 1-800-942-2420 or email info@innontheharbor.com


Year Round Places to Go & Things to Do in Maine!

Stonington Opera House: Live theater, movies, Jazz & Shakespeare Festivals, concerts, workshops & more. www.operahousearts.org

Mountain Glory Farm Lodging: The Inn’s new vacation apartments overlooking Mt. Katahdin & Baxter State Park. www.mountaingloryfarm.com

For Updated News on Island Activities: Please visit our Chamber of Commerce: www.deerislemaine.com




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