• Boat School: The Washington County Technical College, Marine Technology Center, commonly called the " Boat School," is located at 16 Deep Cove Road, just after the entrance road to Shackford Head State Park (winter) and Shackford Head State Park (summer). At its inception in 1969 in Lubec as the first boat school in the United States, moving to Eastport in 1978, the concentration was wooden boatbuilding. The specialized classrooms and labs are clustered within sight of Cobscook Bay. It uses the waterfront facilities of the former seaplane base in Deep Cove. Today in its large classrooms and labs with waterfront facilities, it is recognized around the world as a leader in a variety of marine professions. This boat launch area at Deep Cove is public. Try to park your vehicle so that it does not interfere with the "Boat School" activities. This is a delightful area for enjoying the sunset.
  
  Comprehensive training is available in the following areas: Wooden Boatbuilding, Marine Composites, Marine Mechanics, Aquaculture Technologies, Computer Technologies, and Marine Drafting. They provide training for the following certifications: Marine Electrical Technician and Certified Composite Technician. Soon they will have certifications in Marine Gas Engine and Marine Diesel Engine. They will also arrange programs for your company, held either in Eastport or at your location.
  
  Washington County Technical College, with campuses in Calais and Eastport, is a non-profit, residential, post-secondary, associate degree granting institution supported, in part, by appropriation from the Maine State Legislature. Contact the "Boat School" at 853-2518 or 1-800-806-0433.

Many locations in Eastport have free copies of a map detailing the Eastport/Lubec Quoddy Loop vicinity. Carry one with you. This map details roads and ferry routes connecting the entire area. You'll enjoy each of these day trips more fully if you have a camera and binoculars always at hand. At every turn you have the opportunity for a moose to appear, an eagle to soar overhead, or some other breathtaking sight to awaken your senses. Many days you'll want a sweater or sweatshirt within easy reach. Bring along water and food so you'll have the freedom to explore in every direction.

Eastport, Maine: Easternmost City in the U.S.A.