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Join Northeast Bronco Nation for an exciting 2-day event exploring Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.Registration for this event is required https://forms.gle/7un92s2xtNatqy4CA
GMRS Radios are required for communication along the route.
Dates:
Friday, September 18th – Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Host/Contact Information
Local Host: Marc Jaffrey
Location: Wild Iris Farm, 2 Lakewood Farm Rd., Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
Cell: 207-801-0015
Email: [email protected]
Lodging Options
Lodgings can be pricey in Bar Harbor; we recommend booking in advance via sites like booking.com or hotels.com.
Camping
Wild Iris Farm:
Tenting and travel trailer parking available on 35 acres (front lawn, fields, or woods).
Facilities: Water and electricity available; no full hookups or showers. Porta-potty on site.
Cost: Porta-potty rental divided by campers (approx. $150 total for the weekend).
RSVP: Please notify the host by 9/1/26 if staying at the farm.
Hadley Point Campground:
Offers tent sites ($43-$50/night), full hookup RV sites ($86/night), and private cabins ($155/night).
Facilities: Full services including showers, bathhouses, and a pool.
Blackwoods Campground (National Park):
Cost: $30/night. Includes running water and toilets; paid showers are available 0.5 miles away.
Hotels
Trenton (~8 miles away): Acadia Gateway Motel (cabins) approx. $150/night.
Ellsworth (~20 miles away): $225-$350/night. Acadia Village Resorts offers townhomes/condos with kitchens for ~$300/night.
Bar Harbor: $300-$700/night. The High Seas Motel is a budget option (~$429 for two nights).
Park Passes & Fees
All attendees require a park pass. The most economical option is the 7-day pass for $35. Purchase at: nps.gov/acad
Cadillac Summit Vehicle Pass: Required for vehicle access to Cadillac Mountain. Cost is $6 and must be booked in advance.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Friday: September 18th
Afternoon: Hotel check-in.
6:00pm – 10:00pm: Welcome dinner at Wild Iris Farm. Fresh Lobster, Oysters, or Grilled Chicken. Includes sides and dessert. Bring your own beverages and chairs. (Rain location: Oyster Bar, Bar Harbor).
Saturday: September 19th
7:00am: Breakfast at Jordan Restaurant, Bar Harbor.
8:00am: Meet at Town Pier.
9:00am – 10:30am: Explore Southwest Harbor, Sea Wall, and
Bass Harbor Lighthouse.
11:00am – 12:00pm: Explore the Sand Bar at low tide.
12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch at Thirsty Whale or Atlantic Brewing Company.
1:00pm – 5:30pm: Acadia Loop Road: Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Jordan Pond House, etc.
5:30pm – 7:30pm: Cadillac Mountain sunset (Sunset at 6:38pm). Vehicle reservations required.
7:45pm – 9:00pm: Dinner at Paddy’s Restaurant.
Sunday: September 20th
Morning: Breakfast on your own.
8:00am: Meet at Hulls Cove Park entrance.
9:30am – 11:30am: Explore Schoodic Peninsula.
11:30am – 12:30pm: Lunch at Pickled Wrinkle; weekend concludes.
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