​What to Know
A solar eclipse is a magnificent sight to behold as the sky turns dark and the temperature cools. By definition a total solar eclipse occurs when the moon temporarily blocks the entirety of the sun leaving only a bright outline visible. A total solar eclipse only occurs in the same location every 375 years on average. The last total solar eclipse to occur in the state of Maine was on July 20, 1963 and passed through both the Ellsworth and Bar Harbor areas. The next total solar eclipse that will be visible from the United States will be on August 23, 2044. The 2044 eclipse will be viewable from Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
ISO Certified Eclipse Glasses
NEVER LOOK AT THE STAGES OF THE ECLIPSE WITHOUT THE PROPER ISO RATED GLASSES
Information on where to purchase ISO certified eclipse viewers will be available closer to the event date of April 8, 2024.
RV dump station assistance
Here in northern Maine the majority of our campgrounds are not open until the end of May. However, to assist visitors with RVs who need to find a dump station, two local companies are available to help. Please contact one of the following:
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Ken Allen Septic LLC at (207) 764-0587, or
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Tompkins Plumbing & Heating at (207) 764-6214
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What Locals Know
Safety
Eye safety is crucial and in order to safely view the eclipse proper precautions must be taken through the use of either special glasses or a pinhole projector. Be sure to use the proper ISO certified viewing glasses during all eclipse stages. It is recommended that the only time the eclipse is viewable without the proper eye protection is during totality. According to the NASA website, the eclipse should not be viewed through a camera lens, telescope, binoculars, or any other device while wearing viewing glasses. It is advised that all viewers consider eye safety for this special event.