There are a lot of things we imagine doing here in Maine. Some are obvious, like taking challenging hikes to amazing views or being able to spend the entire weekend at a beautiful resort doing nothing. But one thing we think about a lot of here is what it might be like to work on a lobster boat. Since we’re not willing to wake up long before dawn to actually investigate things like this, we’re glad there’s a tour that helps bring it to life!
Rocky Bottom Fisheries is the dream of Eric Knight and his wife Kate-Lyn, two sea-loving Mainers who grew up on the water. Eric has been working on commercial fishing boats since the age of 12.
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Today, Rocky Bottom Tours operates two boats, a 40-foot Wedgeport Novi named the Wild Duck and a custom built 44 Calvin Beal named Ivy Jean.
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And the Lobster Demonstration Tour in Casco Bay allows them to share their love of the water with those who are curious about fishing for lobster in Maine waters.
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Visitors on the tour will learn about what it’s like to be a Maine lobsterman while also understanding more about the area and the water.
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The best way to learn is by doing and those on this tour will have the chance to haul and set lobster traps throughout Casco Bay.
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This tour is totally interactive and it’s fun to experience what life is like for those who do this for a living.
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Of course, many of these boats are hauling more than 150 pots a day so visitors will have it just a bit easier!
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The tour takes place four times each day, in the morning and the afternoon, and runs for about 1.5 hours. Be sure to book early, as slots tend to fill up.
Rocky Bottom Fisheries / Facebook And if you’re among the hearty, know that you can take this tour up until the end of October. Just be sure to bundle up!
Rocky Bottom Fisheries Lobster Demonstration tours are $55 per person aged 12+ and $35 for those 2 to 11. Kids under 2 are free but still require a ticket. They also offer a few other tours and you can learn about each one by checking out their website. You can also follow them on Facebook. They can be reached on 207-274-1844.
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And if you’re among the hearty, know that you can take this tour up until the end of October. Just be sure to bundle up!
With as much coastline as we have here of course there are more fun boat rides to take. Maine’s Atlantic Puffins are adorable to see on this unique scenic boat tour.
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Address: Rocky Bottom Fisheries, 60 Portland Pier, Portland, ME 04101, USA
