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Campground: Mt Desert Narrows
Campground Comments: The two of us stayed at the campsite next to the one we had two years ago. We wanted to be able to distinguish this trip from the last one. New site, new experiences, new memories.
Vacation Comments: This last time was even better than the first. Unfortunately, Chris and I were unable to bring our bikes again. Fortunately, there were enough trails that we hadn’t hiked yet that kept us busy every day. There were even some challenging hikes that tested us mentally as well as physically (Precipice, Beehive, and Giant Slide and Grandgent). Even the ones that were a bit easier gave the others some competition with their magnificent scenic views (Bar Island, Bubbles, and Great Head). The weather held up for us even though it did rain for less than a day. No mater how many times we go, we are just in awe of the natural beauty of the mountains and want to go back again.
Special Attractions: Acadia National Park, Whale Watches, Sailing Cruises, Blue Nose to Nova Scotia
September 1st, 1997
Lodging: Marriott Hotel
Lodging Comments: The hotel was very beautiful and lavish. It’s facilities were well equipped and very useful. I worked out in the gym, spent some time in the hot tub, and finally cooled off in the pool with a few laps. The restaurant was a bit costly, but the food was great and they were not skimpy with the portions.
Vacation Comments: Chris and I were there attending a wedding for our good friends Steve and Dot. We managed to have some free time to take a trip into Boston, so we met up with some friends Joe and Chrissy (who were also there for the wedding) and off we went. The train seemed the best way to travel and the hotel had directions and a train schedule ready for us. The four of us just walked around town, found a concert being played by one of the girls from the Bangles, and were entertained by a juggling street performer at the Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market. All in all, a good trip into the city. As for the wedding, well, we all had a great time and danced into the wee hours of the night.
August 30th, 1997
Campground: Pinewood Lodge Campground
Campground Comments: “A wooded campground above a lake on rolling terrain.” That’s what the ad said and that’s exactly what Chris and I found. Each loop had a sink in the center and clean bath houses close by (pay showers, but very clean). It was neat to take a walk through the campground up and down its rolling terrain.
Vacation Comments: Chris and I stayed there because we had a clambake/wedding reception to attend, which was the most casual but eventful wedding reception I have ever been. (Thanks Jen and Dave!) We would like to go back and see the sites (and probably stay at the same campground, it was very cozy). Historic Plymouth looks very interesting and I find that learning about history first hand makes it more meaningful for me, so I can’t wait to return.
July 18th, 1997
Campground: Nickerson State Park
Campground Comments: The campsites were pretty big and the area was nice. The bath houses were somewhat clean and the shower stations were okay, but the hot water was temperamental. There were great hiking and biking trails in the park.
Vacation Comments: Chris and I went with some friends which made the trip even more fun. (Hi Steve and Dot!) The biking trails were well kept and the hills gave us a run for our money. The four of us only had time to go on one hike and the trail could have been a little easier to follow. The trip to Provincetown was fun and we played on the beach even though it was unseasonably cool for this time of year.
Special Attractions: Provincetown, Cape Cod National Seashore
June 6th, 1997
Vacation Comments: Chris and I met some friends (Steve and Dot) and went for a mountain biking excursion. The trail we chose was about 3 miles long and full of rocky terrain, unfortunately one of us took a nasty spill and has a scar to prove it! (You know who you are, but I won’t tell!) It was tons of fun with lots of hills and beautiful scenery. There are many different types of trails to either bike or hike along to match any ability level.
Special Attractions: High Point State Park, Appalachian Trail
September 1st, 1996
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