Looking for a place to take your group that offers more than other trips you have been on... Gems of 26 offers your group a full expereince...they can learn and discover more about animals, history and beauty all in one day. We would be pleased to host your group either for the day or for a longer stay.

 At each location we will have guided tours for your group with advance notice. Each location takes about an hour to enjoy.

Shopping is available at Shaker Village... your guests can buy homegrown herbs and teas. Lovely crafts and more. The Maine State Building has a gift shop with handmade gifts from local craftsman and more. The McLaughlin Gardens has a large gift shop with beautiful gifts.

Meal options:

Box lunches to enjoy on the bus or on the lawns. Call the Poland Spring Resort at (207) 998-4351 to make arrangements.

Cyndi's Dockside on Middle Range Pond. Seating at picnic table or inside. Specializing in Lobster in the rough. Opening mid May. Cyndi’s Dockside, at the Route 26 causeway, Poland Spring. Wholesome food served in a setting that is like an oasis. We have the most friendly staff this side of the Mason Dixon line with an environment filled with laughter and warmth. Poland’s own, John Piper, is our wonderful chef. His menu includes delicious appetizers, sandwiches, Harvest Hill Farm’s burgers, Maine lobster, seafood dinners, chicken, steak and our very own Betty’s over the top desserts. 

(207) 998-5008 ~ www.dockside.me.

Reservations for large groups are requested. Please call the Poland Spring Resort at 207-998-4351 and we will arrange your interary includingany meals if  needed. Free Parking in all locations.