Part two of my Maine Circle. In the middle, you see the border. The US in White – Canada in Green. I crossed into Maine next to the water there. Followed Highway 1 along the coast. The sky was mostly gray the whole day, so no use to go closer to the water. The last pictures are from all the way down on the left on the map.
Crossing the Border into the USA
The border crossing in Calais is a simple, small bridge over the Saint Croix River. I stopped at the window and handed my passport. Into the computer, it went. I was reading the sign “No Fruit”. Gave the nice man my apples. He asked me for my ESTA. I told him I have it. I only forget one thing – the ESTA was for the old passport and this was a new one. So I had to park and come inside the station. Needed to fill out my ESTA form, and they took VISA to pay for it. Took about 30 minutes, and I was free to go. Stopped at the next store to get some change in case they have road tolls around here.
Calais, Maine
Memorial in Calais, Maine, United StatesIn grateful remembrance of the man of Calais who upon land or sea hazarded their lives that the nation might be preserved and the government of the people, by the people and for the people should not perish from the earth.
Eastport, Maine
Eastport is the least-populous city in Maine, and it’s consisting entirely of islands. Stopped for a look at the small harbor. A light drizzle and some wind kept me there for a while. Was not too happy to go and explore the rest of the city.
View over Cobscook Bay in Eastport, MaineMarina in EastportFisherman doing their fishingThere is no bad weather – only bad clothing!That did not really happen
Outside Pembroke, Maine
No digging outside PembrokeNothing happens hereFish trawler
Machias, Maine
In 1633, Richard Vines established a trading post in the area. The French and the English were fighting over the area for quite some time. The first naval battle of the American Revolution was the Battle of Machias in June 1775.
Church in MachiasTown Hall in MachiasMachias Court HouseThis tablet commemorates the first naval battle of the American revolution. On June 12, 1775 a gallant force of Machias men led by Capt. Jeremiah O’Brian in the sloop “Unity” pursued and captured the British sloop of war “Margaretta” in Machias BayMasonic Temple in MachiasWood Church
Ellsworth, Maine
According to the history of the PassamaquoddyIndians, the Ellsworth area was originally inhabited by members of the Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribe. The oldest mention of the place is from the French explorer Thevet in 1556.
Grand Cinema in EllsworthMain Street EllsworthEllsworth Main StreetEllsworth City Hall built in 1935The Dream CatcherCamden National BankLooking up the Main StreetEllsworth Public LibraryHancook County Court HouseThe First Congregational Church of EllsworthRemembering 9/11 – Live feed on the TV in the backA piece of steel from the World Trade BuildingPenobscot Narrows Bridge. Looking towards Verona Island.
Stockton Springs, Maine
The first settler arrived about 1759 here. At that time, Fort Pownall at the mouth of the Penobscot River was completed.
Church in Stockton Springs, MaineGraveyard in Stockton Springs, MaineIn memory of Mr. Natilantel Couzens Jr. who died Dec. 21, 1835; Aet. 25 ys. and 10 mos. on the left. On the right: Mary L. Wife Of John Grant Jr Died May 15, 1836, AE. 23yrs. 7mos. Mary farewell a short adieu Since soon we all shall be with you For hope paints up with aspeels sweet To realm’s where kindred spirits waitHe liked cars, I guessAmerican Legion Jerry W. Dobbins Post #157
Belfast, Maine
Belfast is a small city at the mouth of the Passagassawakeag River in Waldo County. Another one of those – take it from the native tribes and give it to the guys from Europe. Later sell it again and build a city. Wikipedia has the whole story about Belfast, Maine. I had a bit of daylight left and took a few more snaps.
At the corner of Main St & High St100F Main StCorner of Main St and Beaver StThe old Opera HouseFirst Church in Belfast UCCBelfast Post OfficeBelfast City HallMemorial for Frank D Hazeltine. He was a Lieutenant, 101st Infantry, and was killed in September 1918 in St Mihiel in France. He was 23 years old. No matter where you walk here – the war is following you.The Colonial CinemaOld Shop HouseThe Belfast MarinaSome nice boats here!The dog had loads of fun retrieving his toy again and again
Time to walk back to the car and find a nice sleeping spot for tonight.
My mother got me an Eurorail ticket when I was 15, and together with two friends, we adventured into France. This was the beginning of a new addiction. I do like to take pictures, so one thing leads to another. On this site, I want to share some of my pictures and some of my trips with you! Now I am on the road for more than 8 months every year. Visiting old friends and making new friends while exploring this big blue ball.
