by Nicole Ouellette | Sep 15, 2017 | Top Five
We live in a generous community with a lot of non-profits. We have businesses who also support local organizations. By patronizing them, you support these causes. Here are five we know about: Common Good Cafe FMI: http://www.commongoodsoupkitchen.org/ If you want to...
by Nicole Ouellette | Sep 8, 2017 | Vendor Showcase
We thought it would be fun to get to know some of the people who are on the Gift MDI website. And one of them is Nina Emlen of Emlen Family Doula. Nicole: So thanks for being our first victim, contestant, interviewee. Whatever we’re calling it. Nina:...
by Alexis Lee Erlandson | Sep 1, 2017 | Top Five
MDI is a place of natural wonder, a place where mountain and sea live together in peace. While a hike up Cadillac or Beehive is highly recommended, the water is a great option if you’re interested in seeing the island through a fresh set of eyes. For your...
by Alexis Lee Erlandson | Aug 25, 2017 | Top Five
When exploring a national park that is 49,052 acres wide, it can be difficult to see all you want to see during a short, fun-filled vacation. Luckily for us, the Indus Valley gave us wheels! Acadia National Park and the town of Bar Harbor offer quite a few options...
by Alexis Lee Erlandson | Aug 18, 2017 | Generally Useful Stuff
In a state obsessed with whoopie and blueberry pies, you’ve probably noticed a high concentration of popovers offered on Mount Desert Island. This dates back to 1895 when the Jordan Pond House was established. Thomas and Nellie McIntire purchased the old Jordan...
by Nicole Ouellette | Aug 11, 2017 | Good Stuff
There seems to be a concept on MDI of ‘August People’ or ‘100 days of August’. Sometimes people just say ‘August’ in an exasperated tone. There may be different ways of putting it but the basic idea is for locals, August is the time...
by Nicole Ouellette | Aug 4, 2017 | Generally Useful Stuff
In a previous post, we mentioned how you can stay active on land… but being on an island, we realize that is only half the fun. Here are some ways you can take advantage of the lakes and oceans in and around Mount Desert Island. Kayaking. No matter what your...
by Nicole Ouellette | Jul 28, 2017 | Top Five
Ah love on MDI. It’s a beautiful thing. If you want to do the dinner/drinks thing for your next date, we’re not here to stop you. If you want to get some creativity points, try out these five ideas (some under $25 even) and make yourself unforgettable....
by Nicole Ouellette | Jul 14, 2017 | Generally Useful Stuff
If you’re the type of person who likes to get up and go, MDI is a great place to be. We decided to break your options for being active on Mount Desert Island into ‘land’ and ‘water’ options. Here’s what we know that’s on dry...
by Nicole Ouellette | Jul 7, 2017 | Top Five
If you prefer sight-seeing on foot, MDI has a few different walking tours available. Each tour has it’s own unique theme. All of these tours are designed to be enjoyable for locals and visitors alike, so there’s something for everyone. The Red Cloak Tour...
