Maine Boats Homes & Harbors Show Stretches Out

Maine Lobster Advisory Council’s first meeting in Hallowell to develop a Maine-specific Fisheries Management Plan. Lobster fishery sustainability is a stated central goal. One consideration addressed was escape vent size changes. Fishermen's Voice photo

The 12th annual Maine Boats Homes and Harbors Show in Rockland August 8–10 drew good crowds under clear skies and good weather. The show has been stretching out to include a wide range of products, crafts and arts beyond boats. There was plenty to see and talk about along wharfs where boats were tied up and in the big tents that featured Maine made products, arts and crafts.

A recent boat by SW Boatworks. SW Boatworks owns the molds for and is builder of Calvin Beal Boats and Young Brothers Boats. Fishermen's Voice photo

The focus is on boats. Boats built in Maine and elsewhere that range from light canoes to big power boats to wooden sail boats. There were more than 70 boats in the water. The homes aspect included all things for the home, camp, cottage or dream home. Exhibitors included boatbuilders, furniture makers marine suppliers, artists, more than 200 exhibitors. Restored and new old wood stoves plain and plated, to handmade rugs, to timber framers, live music and food.