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 In the early days of settlement when fishing and shipping were the main means of livelihood, Perkins Cove, or Fish Cove as it was then called, was an integral part of these growing industries. However, at that time it was open to the erratic Atlantic putting ships and land in constant danger from high seas and flood tides. The Fish Cove Association was formed and managed to buy some adjacent bits of land, cut a channel through to the Josias River which flows into the Cove and reconfigure its shape to form the sheltered, calm anchorage now enjoyed by fisherman and boating enthusiasts alike. Perhaps the best- known feature of Perkins Cove is the unique draw-footbridge which spans the entry to one of the loveliest little harbors on the Maine coast. Manual operation of the bridge is the duty of the Harbormaster, but many a lobsterman or fisherman has performed the task, as well as countless visitors, especially children, who wait anxiously for a high-masted boat to necessitate its raising. Visitors to the Cove can also enjoy the myriad of art galleries, fine specialty shops and boutiques, and the spate of excellent restaurants within sight and sound of the sea. Here one can begin a "trek" on the Marginal Way, hop on a colorful trolley for a leisurely tour of the Town, or just relax and watch entranced as various vignettes unfold in the everyday life of this bustling port. Maine has few small harbors that show such constant activity and none more picturesque than Perkins Cove - another "gem" in the crown of Ogunquit Village.
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