# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NEBN Acadia/Bar Harbor Weekend
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 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: marc.r.jaffrey@gmail.com

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.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bar-harbor/nebn-acadia-bar-harbor-weekend/200030279757451
- **Event Categories**: business, trips-adventures, entertainment, camping
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 66

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://forms.gle/7un92s2xtNatqy4CA?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=bar+harbor-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Bar Harbor
- **state**: ME
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Wild Iris Farm
- **lat**: 44.41560872
- **long**: -68.27631809
- **full address**: Wild Iris Farm, 2 Lakewood Farm Rd, Bar Harbor, ME 04609-7431, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NEBN Acadia/Bar Harbor Weekend being held?
  - **A:** NEBN Acadia/Bar Harbor Weekend takes place on Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Wild Iris Farm, 2 Lakewood Farm Rd, Bar Harbor, ME 04609-7431, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NEBN Acadia/Bar Harbor Weekend is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bar Harbor, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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