Monthly Archives: May 2008

Memorial Day Weekend

Posted on May 26, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

Look who made an appearance this weekend! Maxwell Moose! Some families stayed Thursday through Sunday. Others booked Friday to Monday. But all in all, we were full this weekend! A big wave to everyone who joined in the fun! The … Continue reading →

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Maine Wildlife Park

Posted on May 21, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

Just about eight miles south of us, right on Rt. 26, is the Maine Wildlife Park.   It’s been a family favorite of ours since Alex was born 19 years ago, and I recommend it over and over and over again … Continue reading →

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The Eagle Family

Posted on May 19, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

One of my Spring Special campers, Joyce Thompson, took these shots last weekend of the eagle family! copyright Joyce Thompson 2008 copyright Joyce Thompson 2008 Aren’t they gorgeous??? Joyce said she only saw the one baby, so it looks as … Continue reading →

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Horsedrawn Hayrides

Posted on May 17, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

Just a small sprinkle of rain this morning, but otherwise a gorgeous weekend.  You just can’t pay any attention to those weathermen! Bryant arrived today, ready and eager to run some recreation activities.  He started with Arts and Crafts, where … Continue reading →

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We have babies!

Posted on May 13, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

So, I heard a rumor this weekend. I couldn’t take just anyone’s word for it though. I had to check it out myself. Leashing Cookie and grabbing Dave’s camera, I headed for the lake. Mother Eagle was huddled up, sitting … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day!

Posted on May 11, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

They predicted rain . . . instead we had a gorgeous weekend! While Mom’s relaxed, the kids went to Arts and Crafts to make these: Flower Pens!  The pot above is mine from Ben . . . isn’t it pretty!? … Continue reading →

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Interesting Birds

Posted on May 9, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

A couple days ago, Dave was cutting trees when he heard the unmistakable sound of the pileated woodpecker. Rat-tat-tat-tat echoed loudly through the woods. We’ve been trying to catch this incredible bird in action for years, but they’re elusive. Seeing … Continue reading →

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Clean Up Weekend

Posted on May 3, 2008 by Maxwell Moose

What a fabulous crew we had this weekend! It all started Thursday, when Dave gave the boy scouts a lesson in planting trees . .  .  Then on Friday, 55 campers rolled in to participate in our annual Clean Up … Continue reading →

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