Bailey Island is part of the town of Harpswell, Maine. This confuses folks sometimes, as South Harpswell is referred to as Harpswell, and the "islands", Bailey, Orrs and Great are usually referred to as the "islands". But, the town does include both peninsulas. When I was a kid, you had to drive into Brunswick from the islands to get to South Harpswell. Now, there is a bridge connecting the 2 sides.
There are 216 miles of shoreline in Harpswell, more than any other town in the United States! Most of this is rocky, as you can see in the pictures. The town also has a very active Business Association (www.harpswellmaine.org). This web site shows the many things/businesses/services that the town offers.
One new business that is moving into the old BNAS, now the Brunswick Executive Airport, is Maine Midcoast Flight. This company offers scenic tours of the area, and is also a pilot training flight school. The company offers a variety of scenic flights, starting at $48/person. This would be a great way to see the town of Harpswell. Their web site is www.mainecoastalflight.com. Of course, just walking around town is a great way to see parts as well.
However you prefer, flying, boating, walking, driving.....Bailey Island and Harpswell is a beautiful area. If you have not reserved to come see us yet, please give us a call (207 833 5546). We open for the season April 6th!
'til next time, Sue
