Leave the summer driving to us as we head up and down the midcoast in search of treasures! We'll travel together by bus from the CHRHS parking lot, spend approximately 2 hours in the morning at one location, then take a break for lunch, and head out for 2 more hours before heading back home. Transportation for these day excursions is by school bus. Registrations are limited to 25 so that there is plenty of room on the bus to spread out and bring home your items. Trips run rain or shine, and we'll adjust our stops for more inside or outside time based on the weather. So grab your shopping buddies and join us! Searsport area stops will include the Antique Mall, Treasures & Trash Barn, Pumpkin Patch Antiques, and Captain Tinkham’s Emporium, with others possible as time allows. We'll grab lunch at the Anglers Seafood Restaurant. Cost of lunch is not included in the trip price, and you may order anything off the menu.

In the morning we'll stop at the famed Montsweag Flea Market and/or Wiscasset Antiques Mall, depending upon the weather. We’ll then head into Wiscasset village, where you'll be able to enjoy lunch on your own at one of the numerous establishments that are popular with locals and tourists alike such as Red’s Eats, Sarah’s Cafe, Creamed Baking Company, or Sprague’s Lobster. Take your time and visit the numerous antique shops and other stores in the village during the afternoon before heading home. Cost of lunch is not included in the trip price.

Borestone Mountain sits at the beginning of the Appalachian Trail's Hundred Mile Wilderness. This 6 mile moderately strenuous but kid-friendly hike traverses past three spring-fed mountain lakes and several spectacular views before reaching the mountain's twin-peaked summit. The summit offers 360-degree views of Maine's Northwoods, including Onowa and Greenwood Lakes, Barren Mountain Ledges, and the highest railroad trestle bridge in the State. Participants should bring a bag lunch, appropriate hiking shoes, and water for an approximately 4-hour hike. Departing CHRHS at 8:00 am and returning approximately 6:00 pm. Fee includes bus transportation. For more info on Borestone click here.

Let’s spend a perfect summer day on the coast enjoying quintessential Maine! We’re headed down the Boothbay Peninsula where the world class Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens beckon. The Gardens has become one of Maine’s top attractions and one of the most distinguished botanical destinations in the country. Its exquisite gardens, dramatic and compelling natural landscape—including nearly a mile of tidal saltwater frontage—make it ever-changing, endlessly captivating and thoroughly unique (mainegardens.org). We’ll enjoy a docent led highlights tour with time to explore on your own. Early afternoon will find us aboard the Bennie Alice bound for Cabbage Island. Getting there is half the fun as this one –hour narrated journey takes us past several lighthouses and miles of iconic coastline. Once on the island, Cabbage Island guests are treated to a traditional Downeast clambake including fish chowder, two lobsters, clams, golden corn on the cob, potato, onion, a hard steamed egg and Maine's finest blueberry cake. Clambakes are cooked in traditional fashion - steamed over open fires between thick layers of seaweed. After you enjoy your meal, take time to explore the natural beauty of Cabbage Island. Whether lounging under the shade of the great oak tree or exploring the wooded trails to Hawk Point, Cabbage Island's beauty has attracted artists and those seeking a peaceful reprieve for years (Cabbageislandclambake.com). We’ll round out the day with free time in Boothbay Harbor before heading home. Registration fee includes motor coach transportation, garden admission and tour, and clambake. Deadline to register is June 15th. No refunds will be issued after that date.

Saturday August 1

Depart 8:00 a.m., Waterville Sr. High School; 7:45 p.m. Return

Depart 8:45 a.m., Gardiner (Park and Ride, I-95 Exit 102); 7:00 p.m. Return

Registration fee: $149.00 per person

This hike takes us from the foot of Rockport's Beech Hill, along and over old stonewalls, through a sugar bush, and along the edge of blueberry barrens to Beech Hill's top. There we will enjoy nearly 360 degree panorama views from the porch of a unique stone lodge, Beechnut, with its beautiful turf roof. Along the way Naturalist and Maine Guide Gary Roberts will identify the many plants and birds seen along the way. We will meet at the preserve's Rockville Road parking lot.

Join us for our first overseas trip! Uncover the chic resorts, sun-soaked beaches and elegant allure that attracts the rich and famous to the exquisite French Riviera. Unpack for a leisurely multi-night stay, embracing the luxury and breathtaking beauty of the French Riviera, or Cote d'Azur. Spend time in the fairy-tale principality of Monaco. Discover the opulence of the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and Gardens. Watch artisans create fragrant perfumes. Get a glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous in Cannes and St. Tropez. Enjoy leisure time to explore on your own. Shop like a local at Nice's coloful flower market. It's time you lived a little bit of the good life. Interested? Get all your questions answered at our Information Night, Thursday, February 27, 2020, 6:00 to 7:00pm, at Great Salt Bay School, Damariscotta. Register today by calling 563-3811.

Enjoy 5 days and 4 nights in the Niagara Falls area. This trip includes guided tours of Niagara Falls & Toronto, A Journey to The Falls on a “Hornblower Niagara Cruise”, gaming at Fallsview Casino, a visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake & Queen Victoria Park and a visit to Casa Loma: Canada’s most magnificent castle. Our spacious, video and restroom equipped Motorcoach will take us to an en route hotel the first night of our trip then take us to Niagara Falls. Six breakfasts and 4 dinners are included.

September 20 – 26, 2020 – Bus departs from Augusta @ 8am and makes one stop in So. Portland

Price - $669 double occupancy plus a $10 non-refundable fee

$75 deposit upon booking; final payment due July 13, 2020

Travel insurance available for $59 per person

New dates for this trip:  October 16-20, 2020

Enjoy 5 days and 4 nights in “The Big Apple”. Great experiences and beautiful sights include a guided tour of New York City. See Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial and much more! Visit Ellis Island and Liberty Island, home of the Statue of Liberty. Visit the new National 9/11 museum and see the stunning One World Observatory. Our spacious, video and restroom equipped

Motorcoach will take us to New York City where we will spend 4 nights.

Four breakfasts and 4 dinners are included.

Bus departs from Augusta @ 8 am and makes one stop in So. Portland

Price - $649 double occupancy plus a $10 non-refundable fee

$75 deposit upon booking; final payment due August 14, 2020

Travel Insurance available for $59 per person