Portland, Maine - Wassamki Springs

Technically in Scarborough, ME this is the closest RV park to Portland. When we first visited this campground in August, the place was packed and there were organized games for children everywhere you turned. A popular destination for all ages-- teens were hollering at each other about their plans for the evening and it was quite funny. "Meet you down by the Tree at 7!"
Now it's September and we are here again. It's very quiet - not a child in sight. (Ah...school is back in session) Wireless internet signal is at 2 bars. Not enough for a lot of activity, but consistent and free. Got excited when I first checked in because although cable is not offered, movie rentals are advertised. Went down to the camp's shop to review the selection and all Wassamki offers is VHS tapes! It would be so great if more campgrounds offered DVD rentals for the satellite-challenged. Due to the trees blocking our view of the sky, we are not able to pick up our Direct TV service. Laundry room was spacious with seating area and an interesting selection of novels including a few from the early 70’s. Bath house was well-maintained and shower water pressure was awesome.

We lengthened our stay at Wassamki Springs by one more night on account of our nightwatchman’s failure to return after a night in the field. Posted a couple of missing cat signs, searched the surrounding woods and talked to fellow RVers to no avail. Other than the pair of old coots that suggested he probably wandered into the road, other campers and staff offered to keep an eye out for our 20 lb. 7 yr. old cat. We suspect someone took him in and let him sleep all day. He must have been kicked out at midnight after hours of persistent mewing at the door because he showed up at our door ready to refuel, rock and roll.

The entire Wassamki Springs Campground staff was very helpful and understanding. They even offered to watch for him for the next few months.

Outings: Got the best fresh bagels at Scratch Bakery in Willard Square, South Portland. Visited friends at Ri Ra Irish Pub on the harbor in the Old Port - great traditional atmosphere with good appetizers.
Next day - took the dog to play frisbee at Fort Williams State Park which is beside the ocean and Portland Head Light. Also visited Kittery Trading Post and the Crate and Barrel Outlet.