Backroads in Maine

Well we are back from our vacation to Maine with the Mason family. It was a great time. The weather couldn't have been better, the scenery was beautiful, and the experience was great. Aaron and brother Adam on the last day. Rather than actually hike to this vista, we cheated and went shopping downtown then rode the van up to the look out.

Aaron is waving from the tower.

Rick and Linda wave from below.

On the last night, the camp cooks made us all fresh lobsters. They were delicious. Even Aaron had some and we can now safely say he isn't allergic to all shellfish.

Here is the rest of the spread. This was typical of all of our meals. The food was awesome. I don't think I have ever or will ever eat this well on a camping trip again.

We tried lots of new things. Here are some clams.

We had one nice dinner out at Natalie's. It was very nice and the food was great. Here is my dessert (multiple flavors of sorbet).

This was the main course - Halibut.

Squid was the appetizer.

Included in the trip was a lobster boat excursion. It was very interesting to learn all about the history of the industry and to actually catch a lobster.

Since this was a recreational boat, they pulled their traps the old fashioned way.

Here we are at the camp site watching the old guys play the kids in touch football. Aaron contends that this was his biggest workout of the trip.

One of many huddles called by the old guys. Notice that they are all resting on the ground while the kids are still on their feet.

Bar Harbor.

Biking the carriage trails in Acadia National .I actually did close to 11 miles this day. I had a flat tire about 2 miles from the end, but our great guide fixed me up and sent me on my way.

Aaron looking good.

Me trying mussels for the first time.

Here we are as we embark on our journey - a four mile hike to our first camp site.

It was a great trip! Thanks to everyone for making it all possible for us!