Paul Bunyan Road Association
good neighbors
PBRA is a community association that supports the seasonal and year-round residents of the Corea by the Sea subdivision.
We’re in the Town of Gouldsboro in downeast Maine.
We may look like a sleepy little community of nature-lovers, but there’s a lot going on here.
Now THAT was fun!
The Autumn Apple Gala on Saturday, October 5, was such a great time! We were thrilled to have so many people of all ages join us there.
Our good neighbors Brett and Celina Binns hosted the apple pressing event in their stupendous barn, and provided the use of their custom crafted apple press. Despite the light rain that threatened to dampen our day and our spirits, the skies cleared and a great time was had by all.
The refreshment table groaned with all things apple: pies, donuts, crisp, pandowdy, even cheesecake. And of course there was hot apple cider, and tastings of Brett’s home-brewed hard cider for those of us who cleared the height bar.
What’s Being Done about Coastal Storm Damage?
Attend the next Community Meeting on Saturday, November 16, to Find Out.
Recent winter storms have brought the issues of sea level rise, storm surge and coastal flooding and erosion to our immediate attention here on the Corea Peninsula. These storms, particularly on January 10 and 13, 2024, caused extensive damage across the coastal zone of Gouldsboro.
The Gouldsboro Coastal Resilience Committee has secured a grant from Maine’s Governor’s office, with a match from the Town’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund. This allows us to investigate alternative road solutions with the help of engineering professionals. The second of 4 meetings, planned with consultants Streamworks, will offer some options for possible coastal resilience improvements and look for responses and input from the community.
The 2024 Annual Meeting & Picnic was Great!
We had a big crowd this year, with 71 people in attendance. Informative and inspiring presentations by Josh McIntyre (Gouldsboro Town Manager), Donna Harmon and Jackie Johnston (for the Schoodic Food Pantry) set the tone, and the 2023/24 Board was voted in again for the 2024/25 year.
We were happy to see some new faces there, too!
It’s (Nearly Always) Tick Season!
Ticks are a persistent problem in this part of the world. But these summer months of June, July and August are particularly bad. Our “medical reporter” Mary Vauthy has summarized some important information from leading resources to keep you safe this summer.
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Winter Harbor Provisions—Good Neighbors!
Winter Harbor Provisions has seriously “upped” the grocery scene in Gouldsboro. They’re well-stocked, competitively priced, and they generously sold us all the purchased food for the 2024 Annual Picnic at their cost.
Be sure to check out their local fresh seafood selection!
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Gravel Road Capital Campaign
Tom McKeag has taken over from Mel Jackson as the official Road Warrior for the unpaved “orphan” unpaved section of Grand Marsh Bay Road. He's seeking your contributions to the road fund to keep it in good repair.
The road is an important emergency exit route for everyone—please drive slowly to preserve it.
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Schoodic Food Pantry
The 2024 Annual Picnic collected donations for the Schoodic Food Pantry, as is our tradition.
This year we raised $425, which was contributed along with some non-perishable foods.
The Schoodic Food Pantry is doing great work in the area, and are planning a needed expansion.
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Little Free Library
Did you know there’s a Little Free Library at 769 Paul Bunyan Road? Check it out! Take a book or leave one your neighbors might enjoy.
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What's the Scuttlebutt?
Volunteer group Gouldsboro Shore has just published a guide for new folks coming to town, and for residents—whether year-round or seasonal. Check out what the Ellsworth American had to say about this useful and beautiful guide to living in our Working Waterfront Community.
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Harborside Market Coming Next Season (we hope)
The new Harborside Market and Café next to the post office in Prospect Harbor have run into a few speed bumps. Proprietors Bobby and Scott have had to postpone the opening, as they’re dealing with home and shoreline damage issues first.
We wish them great good luck getting everything sorted out, and look forward to the possibility of an Autumn 2024 opening.
Follow them on Facebook for updates.
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Significant Storm Damage
The second of three significant Winter storms brought high winds and surges to the state. In Prospect Harbor, boats were tossed ashore, and Cove Beach, off the Corea Road, was completely submerged.
Visit the Town website for info about how to file damage claims.
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Grand Marsh Bay Road Repairs
Winter storms and heavy traffic wreaked havoc on the unpaved section of Grand Marsh Bay Road… again. We had just enough cash in the kitty to have the road re-graded. That work was completed on June 5, 2024.
Please slow down so it can last a while.
And you might consider an annual or semi-annual contribution to the Private Road Fund so we can keep it in good shape.
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Ticks are Dangerous — and Abundant
Warming climates mean it’s nearly ALWAYS tick season here in Maine. But in these summer months you should exercise heightened levels of caution.
Arm yourself against what might be a lifetime of ill effects.
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Stunning Light Display
Early October 2024 brought a spectacular night sky, with the Northern Lights offering an unforgettable visual treat. We found it amazing how different the colors were through a camera lens, as compared to looking with the naked eye.
This association works because of its members.
Your support of this organization is a vital part of our community.
We’re neighbors helping neighbors, friends having fun together, and people who look forward to seeing one another through the seasons and years.
All property owners in the Corea by the Sea subdivision are encouraged to become dues-paying members of the association.
Dues are assessed annually, and are still only $35/year, from August 1-July 31.
