Welcome to Peaks Island.
Stories from a small island in Maine.
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Here are a few yarns from my experience on this beautiful little rock called Peaks Island. I post musings every week or so.
That island wave
When off-islanders come out to visit us, I tell them to look out for the island wave. Be ready for it. Respond in kind.
Island gems
We’ve only lived out on Peaks for about a year, but that’s enough time to find island gems.
Island grocery run
Sometimes I feel like a modern-day forager when filling our Peaks Island pantry.

Maine famous
Short update from the island today to call out a recent article that the Portland Press Herald published on island life during a global pandemic.
The down front geese
There are a lot of different animals who call Peaks Island home.

This move requires a barge
We’re often asked, “How the heck did you move all of your stuff out to an island?”
Taking the plunge
It’s a dreary day out here on the island. Last night we had an epic thunderstorm.
Carting around
Some islands in Maine prohibit cars completely. Peaks, on the other hand, is full island vehicles.

Ferry life
For some, taking a ferry to and from an island may appear to be a chore. For me, it’s a moment of pause.
Late season snow
Maine likes to play tricks on you when it comes to the end of winter.
Island in isolation
About a year ago, my wife and son Quinn packed our bags and moved to Peaks Island.