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By Mike Pothier
S/V Dragonfly

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The entrance to Pulpit Harbor is protected by a majestic, towering rock with an enormous Osprey nest crowning the top. The Osprey was sitting in the nest like a king surrounded by his seagull minions. The nest has apparently been there for many, many years and generations of Ospreys keep building anew on the location. The nest seems bigger than some Eagle nests I have seen. 

The Osprey seemed pretty unperturbed by our approach and gave us a glare. The entrance to Pulpit Harbor is easy, just keep the rock to Starboard and favor the middle of the channel. Moorings abound in the harbor, but there is some anchoring room on the outside of the mooring field. The bottom is mud with some kelp, so set it well, and check your anchor. The cove is very well protected from all points. If you locate in the southeast part of the cove you can see spectacular sunsets over the Camden Hills, and the windjammers cruising in the Bay. One of those classic schooners may spend the night with you in Pulpit Harbor. It’s one of their favorite stops. While we were there the 132 foot, three masted schooner “Victory Chimes” came in and anchored under sail. It was a very majestic sight, not to mention a nice bit of sailing by the crew. 

The public landing is to the north, and it‘s only a short walk to the store if you need supplies, food, or beverages. The walking and sights are great no matter which direction you go. Development on North Haven is sparse and you will feel as though you stepped back in history. After returning from the store we spent a quiet afternoon watching a bald eagle fish from a perch in the southeast part of the cove.