This is a wonderful Quaker camp (but you don't have to be a Quaker to go)! It truly embodies Quaker…read morevalues of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, and the environment -- much more than any other camp I know. It's also more affordable than many Maine camps, and is just minutes from I-95, Augusta, and Waterville.

This place has spaced my entire life. It is where I learned that it's okay to be myself and that…read morepeople will love me for it. Camp is such an important part of my life, I wrote my college essay about how much it meant to me. It's a beautiful intentional community, and I would recommend it to anyone. My entire family has begun sending their children and all of them have enjoyed their experience!

My son goes here for gymnastics classes and so does my best friend's daughter. They have a lot of…read morefun while doing all kinds of physical activities that promote strength, flexibility, coordination and agility. He loves the long trampoline and the zip-line that leads into a pit of soft foam blocks which they have to "swim" out of. The staff consists of mostly young people with lots of energy and patience for the hoards of children they work with every day.

This was a nice outdoor spot with loads of name brands and some nice, new On Cloud ladies shoes…read more Friendly staff and my daughter enjoyed exploring and playing with their stuffed animals.

We recently did a 2hr kayak tour and had a great experience! Our guide (Addie) was fun, funny, and…read moreengaging. Our kids, one of whom has disabilities and anxiety, had a blast largely due to her easygoing affect and clear instructions. We'd absolutely return for another adventure.

I have nothing to compare it to, but we booked the Portal and thought it was challenging and…read moreintriguing activity on a rainy day - 2 adults and one 14 year old. The teen and her mom worked so well together solving the puzzles - that was a joy to witness. Our guide was chill, helpful without giving anything away, and very friendly. This isn't some slick corporate production but instead made by game masters using hand-crafted props, challenges, and maps. Really clever! For the Portal, yes, wear hot bright colors b/c those colors really pop.

We came and went to do The Portal. We enjoyed the room. Not anything over the top. Props are pretty…read morebasic. Worth stopping by.

My daughter loved camp! She can't wait to go back. She came home with new friends, funny stories…read moreand she's no longer scared of spiders! The director Chloe is not only sweet, but extremely passionate. I'm so happy to have found Growing Routes!

Great, kind people. Good fun for the family…read more The quick tour was awesome too - we will be returning soon!

We've been here twice and I would recommend it!! Very old school bowling place. You keep score on…read morepaper but it was fun! The man that was working the second time we were there was amazing, he showed me how to keep score when you get a spare or strike and he was really helpful and friendly. We had a frozen pizza and some snacks the first time we were there. We all had a blast and will definitely go back again

Picture this: you're strolling along a pebbly beach tucked away along the most quintessential Maine…read morerocky coast scene in the world during almost-dusk without a care in the world. It's like something out of Downeast Magazine, but really it's the vibe at Birch Point State Park during the off-season (which is open all year round, and as a Mainer you should really, really check out... I mean, is there anything quite as romantic as the ocean during winter?). I came in autumn and parked along the street outside of the entrance, walked the half mile down the access road, and was greeted by a crescent shaped beach bookended by giant rocks/ledges and small green spaces with picnic tables. I know there's a fee during the height of the season, but there's something really special about being able to enjoy this kind of unadulterated nature sans people in the chilly weather - so bring a sweater, a flask, a book... I'm confused though - there was a handwritten note defacing a park sign at the entrance that said, "Screw you State of Maine for closing this park." I don't know what's going on with that, but I hope it's not the truth because this is gem of spot. It seemed closed only for the season when I came, though that didn't stop locals from walking their dogs here.

Such a relaxing place that you don't even read your book much- just watch the water…read more A Sunday in mid-July was not crowded when we arrived at 1030 but by the time we left at 1, parking was rare and most people were parked on the long gravel drive into the park. The beach is a typical Maine one with dark, packed Sand and lots of seaweed. There's a lot of bugs in the seaweed that will go everywhere if you try to move it. Rocks are on either side of the beach and can make a less comfortable but quieter site. I was disappointed to see a giant pile of poo when we walked in. I think it was from a dog. Please, please clean up after your dog or leave them at home. This is a state park for all of us to enjoy. The water is frigid cold but we saw quite a few swimmers today. There are some grill to the left as you walk in that are shaded. Dogs must be on a leash.

While driving around, we saw Cardinal Cove Mini Golf on the side of the road and decided to stop…read more We had a lot of fun. The family-run business also has an apothecary and herbal salves and some soaps and other products like honey and jelly which according to the nice daughter tending the store her mother makes everything by hand. Additionally, all throughout the golf course are the many different plants used to make all the products in the shop. They are also edible. The golf course has a lot to be desired; is kind of run down and had better days. But, everyone plays the same course and it's easy enough to get through the 18 holes. My kid and I got a unimpressive 59 and my wife had a 60. We all got a hole-in-one on at least one hole, though! The facility also has a large 30+ chicken and duck coop which you can feed, and a couple of very friendly dogs. Golf was only $15 for the three of us! The honey and jam I purchased were also reasonably priced along with the rest of the shop. The daughter running the shop is off to college this fall, so best of luck to her. Recommended for some fun times in Maine!