Press Release

For Immediate Release

Kristen Bifulco

6 High Street

Camden Maine

207-236-9656

*Pictures available upon request

The Camden Windward House Bed and Breakfast is Re – Certified as a Maine Environmental Leader in Hospitality.

The Camden Windward House Bed and Breakfast built in 1854 was recently re-certified as a State of Maine Environmental Leader in Hospitality.  Kristen Bifulco and Jesse Bifulco who host the B&B, saw the Maine Environmental Leadership Program as a natural extension of the Windward House’s Mission: to be a good neighbor to our town and the earth. As an environmentally conscious lodging Mrs. Bifulco hopes Windward House will contribute to efforts that preserve the natural beauty of the Maine Coast. “We look for ways to incorporate the Green philosophy into our lifestyle and now the State of Maine has recognized our efforts to make our business more environmentally friendly.” The State of Maine encourages businesses to go green and awards a certificate to those that put forth an environmentally friendly plan and green initiatives. The Bifulco’s have implemented local products into their day to day activities at the Inn. In addition to local, farm fresh ingredient breakfasts, guest rooms have amenities that are nature – inspired.  Each room also has a simple, convenient and stylish Waste – Not – Basket.

Although the Camden Windward House is the first Bed and Breakfast in Camden to become acknowledged as an Environmental Leader, there are other lodging in Maine that hold this honor. For a list of lodgings and more information on the Maine Environmental Leadership Program please go to: http://www.maine.gov/dep/innovation/greencert/lodging.htm

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Camden Windward House is a Bed and Breakfast in the historic district of Camden Maine, one block from the downtown and harbor, walking distance to all Camden activities. The Camden Windward House Bed and Breakfast has been in business in Camden Maine for 25 years offering comfortable, clean and convenient lodging. It is a small family run business on the Coast of Maine. The Camden Windward House web site, www.windwardhouse.com, is a great resource for travelers coming to the Mid Coast of Maine.

COLORS OF CAMDEN MAINE
Maritime Fall Foliage & Event Calendar make Camden Maine a unique New England Fall Vacation.

The fantastic spectacle that is the maritime fall foliage, the lush mountains and calm ocean set Maine fall foliage apart from other New England foliage experiences. Camden Maine Innkeeper, Kristen Bifulco, stated “guests call us in January and ask when the leaves are going to change, visitors look forward to Camden’s Fall foliage all year round.”
The Colors of Camden, like an antique New England quilt formed by the meeting of Camden Harbor, Beauchamp Point, Penobscot Bay and the Camden Hills whether viewed from the air, aboard a scenic helicopter tour, the peak of Mt. Battie, Maiden’s cliff, aboard a Historic Schooner, or the lawn of the Camden Public Library, are breathtaking. Each aspect of land, mountain, sea and sky form a unique patch in this harmonious whole of the natural beauty of Autumn: deep ocean blue and light sky blue mingle with wispy white clouds, and the deep reds of sugar Maples veined with the vibrant gold and yellow of beeches, birches, elms, and green and black ash, and the rust and amber of oaks. The backdrop of Windjammer sails and American Bald Eagles in addition to leaves and trees, make Camden Maine a unique Fall experience.

In addition to the inherently economical fun of leaf peeping, Camden has lots of local events that are worth taking that scenic Rt1 trip up the coast to enjoy. Fall events are for the sophisticated movie buffs, boat lovers, cutting edge leaders and wine aficionados.
For those that want to see Camden fall foliage from the sky, Spirit Soaring Glider Rides http://www.spiritsoaring.org/   is a great choice.
To see the foliage from the sea: Schooner Olad, Schooner Surprise and Schooner Heron offer great harbor views.

Camden Maine Lodging Fall Packages:
Camden Windward House Fall Foliage Pancake Pan-tacular:
Come to Camden Windward House in October for the Fall Foliage Pancake Pan-tacular. Commencing October 17 until October 29th, The Fall Foliage Pancake Pan-tacular includes a gourmet menu breakfast featuring several of your favorite pancake recipes and afternoon tea will feature a sampling of local apples. For breakfast try the locally picked apple pancakes with saut~ed apples on top or the pumpkin pancakes with warm Maine Maple syrup. In the afternoon sample local apples and decide if you like the Macintosh or the Cortland’s. The Innkeepers will also provide maps of some of their favorite fall foliage walking and driving tours through the Camden area. The dates of this package might change if leaves change earlier in the season.
Offer start at $130.00 based on double occupancy. Tax is additional
Camden Windward House Lovely Leaves and Lodging:
See Camden Fall Foliage from the sea or air, stay 3 nights at Camden Windward House and receive a 10% discount on your sailings, or glider ride. Ask your innkeeper for more details.
Camden Calendar of Events:
Camden Windjammer Festival: Sept 3,4,&5 2010
The Camden Windjammer Festival is a community-led celebration of Camden’s maritime heritage and living traditions.
Camden International Film Festival
Sept 30 , 2010 to October 3, 2010
The 6th Annual Camden International Film Festival will take place from September 30th – October 3rd 2010, screening the best international documentary film to audiences in venues throughout Midcoast Maine. Fun exciting event that attracts hip young folk from the north coast to see innovative new films. Come and meet film makers, film producers, film enthusiasts.
Vin Fest
October 1 &2, 2010
Cellardoor Winery’s 4th Annual Vin Fest.  Come fall, it is grape stomping time. This magical weekend begins Friday night with a 4 course dinner-dance under the stars in the vineyard. Each course will be paired with Cellardoor wines, and the evening’s menu will be prepared by local star chefs Lawrence Klang (Natalie’s Camden Harbour Inn), Chris Bassett (Azure Cafe), and Michael Salmon (Hartstone Inn). Dinner will be followed by desserts and dancing, with dance music provided by the Chris Humphrey Big Band.

Tickets to Fridays dinner-dance will also gain you access to the Saturday, October 2 Vinfest festivities Advanced ticket purchase required, call 207-763-4478. Tickets are $100 and are now available for purchase on www.brownpapertickets.com
Pop Tech
October 20 – 23rd 2010
Pop Tech is a 4 day seminar about the effects of technology on People. It is an exciting seminar bringing amazing minds to Camden Maine. If you are not coming for the seminar, be sure you have a reservation for your room and your restaurant before you get here. Rooms are hard to come by during this week in October. 2010 theme: Brilliant Accidents, Necessary Failures, and Improbable Breakthroughs. For more information on Pop Tech go to: http://www.poptech.org/

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Camden Windward House is a Bed and Breakfast in the historic district of Camden Maine, one block from the downtown and harbor, walking distance to all Camden activities. The Camden Windward House Bed and breakfast website is dedicated to posting area events and activities, as well as selling comfortable lodging in Camden Maine. The Camden Windward House web site, www.windwardhouse.com, is a great resource for travelers coming to the Mid Coast of Maine.

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email: bnb@windwardhouse.com

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SMALL TOWN, BIG SOFT ADVENTURE

CHALLENGING ACTIVITY, RELAXING LUXURY, INHERENTLY AFFORDABLE

Soft Adventure travel destinations offer opportunities for challenging activities in unique settings that are physical, but low risk, enjoyable and life enriching. The reward of ultimate comfort after an adventure is cleverly combined. Soft Adventure travelers are discovering  the mountains, trails and sea scapes that make Camden Maine the perfect Soft Adventure destination. After hiking, biking, kayaking, swimming, rowing, or sailing, Soft Adventure travelers like to relax in luxury,have a gourmet dinner, and stroll this quintessential Maine coast village. Soft Adventure travelers appreciate the intimate lodging experience only a Bed and Breakfast can offer; their hosts have intimate area knowledge of trails, and outfitters, Maine guides, and the quickest way to get to the good stuff. Once they have satisfied their craving for activity, Bed and Breakfast guests relax on a porch and chat with their host, or their companions, or fellow guests, from all over the world, before strolling into town for a gourmet dinner. Kristen Bifulco Innkeeper and owner of the Camden Windward House stated, “Our Bed and Breakfast provides the perfect balance between thrilling nature and indulgent repose. ”

Inherently Affordable – The Best Things in Life Are Free – since many Soft Adventure activities involve the great outdoors, and can be self-guided, many bring their own bikes, kayaks, gear and maps and just do it!

Accessible to the Amateur – With so many qualified guides and instructors, and skillsets that most already possess, Soft Adventure is something most travelers can enjoy with a minium of preparation making it perfect for short trips and weekend getaways.

Soft Adventure in Camden Maine

•           Master Maine Guide- Don Kleiner/ Fishing

•           Schooner Surprise/Sailing

•           Schooner Olad/Sailing

•           Schooner Heron/Sailing

•           Coastal MountainLand Trust/ Take A Hike Program – Hiking

•           Maine Sport Kayaking and Bike Rental

•           Camden Snowbowl – Mountain Bike Trails

•           Maine Windjammer Association – Overnight Sail trips

•           Megunticook Rowing – Rowing lessons

•           Acadia Mountain Guides – Rock Climbing – Camden Hills State Park

•           Megunticook Lake and Laite Beach – Perfect for swimming.