Category Archives: Boats

Maybe not today, but…………..

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Mary

“First boat leaves main dock at noon.” This weekly announcement heralds the launch of a favorite time honored adventure at Migis Lodge, our Wednesday island steak cookout. Mmmm————filets on the grill, potatoes and onions, corn on the cob, watermelon and … Continue reading →

Posted in Boats, Food and Drink, Migis Lodge Photos, Sebago Lake Area, Travel | Tagged dining al fresco, Maine vacation, Migis, migis lodge, Migis memories, Sebago, Sebago Lake waterfront, waterfront lodge Maine | 1 Comment

A place to sit and think things over.

Posted on October 20, 2009 by Mary

After the long drive in the car, random thoughts. Did I remember all my stuff? Is my sister going to get there first? Do I need to work on my homework while I’m here? Can I get on Facebook in … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn in Maine, Boats, Family Reunions, Maine Dining, Migis Lodge Photos, Migis News, Migis Scenery, Sebago Lake Area, Travel | Tagged Maine vacation, Migis, migis lodge, Sebago, Sebago Lake waterfront | Leave a comment

So, do we like the meals at Migis Lodge?

Posted on August 15, 2009 by Mary

Sometimes, a favorite place is indoors at Migis Lodge, behind a knife and fork and over a white tablecloth. Sometimes, it’s outdoors enjoying Sunday morning breakfast under the towering pines. Sara, visiting with her grandparents this week, offers a couple … Continue reading →

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My favorite Migis place, take II

Posted on July 28, 2009 by Mary

We seem to be noticing a trend here in the Favorite Place survey. Thank you Taylor, for your comments. And, the rest of you, if you see Mary today with her camera, be sure and let her know YOUR favorite … Continue reading →

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Water, water everywhere………..

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Mary

..and no better place to travel the surface than Sebago Lake. At Migis Lodge, generations of waterskiiers have had their first attempts, and multiple successes, right here! [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PauiBgxSHeA]

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Where’s the champagne?

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Mary

Another successful launch! The sun is emerging. Are you ready for some sailing? Migis’s newly restored Herreshoff Buzzard’s Bay 14 glides gently into Sebago Lake under the watchful eye of Christian. He worked on her all winter and is pleased … Continue reading →

Posted in Boats, Migis craftmanship, Migis Lodge Photos, Migis News, Renovations and Projects, Sebago Lake Area | Tagged Herreshoff, sailing, Sebago | Leave a comment

Sometimes dazzling, sometimes tranquil

Posted on June 10, 2009 by Mary

Robyn said her view of this past Saturday’s bride arriving on the Tykona was breathtaking—–veil billowing, Sebago sparkling, the temperature perfect for this lakefront wedding. Today is a milder experience. I ran outside at the sight of several kayakers ambling … Continue reading →

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The Tykona has returned to her familiar Sebago waters!

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Mary

Exciting news! Our 1936 ChrisCraft Tykona emerged from her winter in the skilled hands of Rene Goulette in South Bristol, Maine, where she has been restored and renewed from stem to stern. Once again, but in new style, she will … Continue reading →

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Update: You’ll never look better cruising Sebago Lake

Posted on April 7, 2009 by Jesse Henry

The Tykona, our 1936 wooden Chris-Craft, is undergoing an extensive renovation, and the latest photos really start to show how fantastic she's going to look. Rene and Mary Goulette at Shop to Shore Custom Woodworking are true experts of their … Continue reading →

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Update: New Pictures from the Herreshoff Restoration

Posted on March 13, 2009 by Jesse Henry

I just received these latest photos of the renovations being done to the green Herreshoff Buzzard's Bay-14 sailboat. Christian, one of the shipwrights working on the boat, is seen in this first picture steaming in a new frame along the … Continue reading →