Peaks Island History Through the Eyes of Kim MacIsaac, Fourth Generation Islander

Peaks Island, Maine…. What a great place to grow up! A community of diverse peoples who take care of one another yet still welcome multitudes of summer visitors from all over the world.

Open space. Fresh air. Hiking trails thru the woods. Ponds for ice skating and hills to sled on in the winter. Beaches to play on and the cold ocean to swim in during the summer. Best of all there were few cars so we had the freedom to ride our bikes everywhere without being concerned about traffic. Island life shaped us as confident independent souls.

My Dad, a son of immigrants, was born right on the island. My Mom was a third generation islander making me fourth generation. My children are fifth generation islanders. They and my grandparents experienced a sea of change during their lifetimes as the island evolved from a popular summer resort to a major military base during WWII to the peaceful, family centered community of today.

We appreciate our island’s rich and diverse past and are most happy to share it with others. We established Peaks Island Tours in 2003 to do just that. Our cadre of guides includes family members as well as long-time islanders who are well-versed in local history.

Do join us for a leisurely tour around beautiful Peaks Island.

Kim Erico MacIsaac

Another long, cold, Maine winter is coming to an end. And what a strange one it has been. Unseasonably warm for a few days; then below freezing the next few. Almost like being on a roller coaster. Some hearty souls have ventured forth to warmer climes undaunted by that unseen enemy, covid-19, still in our midst. Others have hunkered down at home. Luckily, there hasn’t been much snow on the coast but the wind and ice have been fearful at times.

Peaks may seem quiet but there are many activities that continue throughout the winter. Weekly concerts by island musicians. Peaks Island Radio programs. The book club and knitting group continue to meet. The library and community center are open. And Lisa and Ellen are again serving up hot meals at lunchtime at the Café.

We are already taking reservations for tours which resume on May 1st. A good sign that people are planning their summer excursions. Yet the rising cost of gasoline may deter some from driving to Portland.

This year we’re making a few changes in our tour offerings. We’ll no longer offer a walking tour of the WWII Military Reservation for groups. Instead, we will offer tours of that area via golfcart for up to 5 people by prior reservation only. Our regular tours will remain by reservation.

To schedule a tour email peaksislandtours@yahoo.com or text to 207-653-2549.

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Season

May 1 – October 31:
Daily at 11:00am & 1:00 and 3:00 pm

Rates

Adults: $25.00
Seniors (65+): $22.00
Children (age 5-12): $11.00

Group rates available for groups of 12 or more: $15.00 per person

Reservations are necessary as space is limited. Please call and reserve prior to payment.

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