Provincetown: An Eco-Tourism Destination

Provincetown is surrounded by an abundance of natural resources that are available to the Town and its visitors. More than half of Provincetown is comprised of the National Seashore, federally protected animal and bird life, and miles of trails for walking and biking. Furthermore, Provincetown offers: 

• authentic and unique experience (quintessential New England Experience and GLBT experience) 
• history (we have the Pilgrim story and the Dozen Distinctive Destinations award)
• nature (nature walks, dunes, beaches, whales, etc)
• outdoor activities (boating, biking and the incredible, new bike trails, walking, beaching, etc)
• conservation programs (water and energy conservations, recycling program, compost pile)
• seasons
• public transportation (a car is not needed in Provincetown)
• lighthouses and harbor.

The following is a listing of Provincetown's environmental riches: 

• The Cape Cod National Seashore (celebrating their 51st anniversary in 2012)
• Nature Walks & Bird Watching
• Whale Watching

"Content in Provincetown"

Race Point Lighthouse - Provincetown

"Content in Provincetown"

 

It won't be long will soon be there

This place we love so much

In Provincetown you more than see

You breathe, you taste, you touch.

 

We live each day to reach our goal

To be there once again

For nothing brings us inner peace

The way that P-Town can.

 

The time it seems to go so slow

We gaze on line each day

Then suddenly we're almost there

Sweet P-Town by the bay.

 

Each year we run into old friends

Each year new friends we meet

It is our home there is no doubt

Our calmness our retreat.

 

The countdown starts the day we leave

It's where we strive to be

This place that lingers in our minds

Contentment by the sea.

 

Barb, NJ

Appearances- Green Arts Festival, April 20-29

Appearances: April 20-29

Appearances- Provincetown's 2nd Annual Green Arts Festival- will take place between April 20th and 29th.
 
"Appearances" is a "Green Arts Festival", bringing awareness to our community and visitors of the majesty and fragility of our environment, as well as showing the strengths of the naturally occurring energies that can be harnessed - such as wind, sun and water - by creating kinetic artworks, recyclable artworks and works that will be transformed by the elements during the duration of the event, as well as ecocentric works from other artistic disciplines such as painting, photography, poetry, readings, short films and performance art exhibited or performed at sites throughout Provincetown.

Outdoor sculpture/installation submissions are strongly encouraged and will be displayed on Provincetown Conservation Trust sites and other settings.


The 2012 awards are: 

A roundtrip airfare and accommodations for the top international entry.

A two-week 2012 solo gallery show or reading in Provincetown or NYC (Tribeca) for the top unrepresented artists in various categories (painting, photography, 3-D, literature, etc.).

Read more about Appearances...

"Me and You and Provincetown"

Lobster Pot Tree and Pilgrim Monument

Me and You and Provincetown

Adore the spring in Provincetown

Love winter, summer, fall.

When I am there feel safe again

The seasons, love them all.

 

The only time I'm so at peace

Can actually be "me"

Is when I'm home in Provincetown

I smile, feel good, feel free.

 

I'll talk a lot in Provincetown

I feel so different there

You laugh sometimes at how I change

Fall in Provincetown

My thoughts I freely share.

 

When I brought you to Provincetown

Was sure true love I'd found

Serenity just filled your eyes

You did not make a sound.

 

When we can live in Provinccetown

Our dreams will all come true

It is the place I love so much

The person, that is you...

 

 

Barb, NJ

GLBT Expo in New York City

Provincetown attended the 19th Original GLBT Expo at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City this past weekend. Ptown had, as usual, one of the most visited booths and we were, again, lucky to have wonderful volunteers helping out throughout the show.

From left to right: Erin, Betsy, Michelle, Terry

The Provincetown Tourism Office and the Provincetown Business Guild co-ordinated efforts prior and during the show to represent and promote Ptown during the two-day show.  

Erin in front of the Provincetown booth

Since Provincetown is a well-known wedding destination, the PBG also had volunteers staff the Wedding booth, where same-sex couples could get information on getting married and planning their ceremony.

Cathy and Radu

The purple tote bags were a smashing success among attendees as we managed to give away all 3,000 in stock. Also, boat and plane tickets from Boston to Provincetown were raffled off and the lucky winners will be announced soon.

See you next year!

Notes from Land's End: March 6

Bow-Wow Provincetown

By Laura Shabott
March 6th, 2012 

When the Mayflower set anchor in Provincetown’s harbor on that fateful day in 1610, a Mastiff and a Springer Spaniel, both English, were on board, bringing to shore a canine’s sensibility that is still gloriously celebrated today. As the #1 friendliest Dog Town in America, there are an abundance of amenities: Pilgrim Bark Park with two separate areas for big and small hounds, pet portraiture, welcoming accommodations and even an annual Pet Appreciation Weekend. 

I am, admittedly, a cat person but if I were to convert to a doggie-type, this spit of land would be the place to bring my pooch. It would be delightful to come by ferry on a Bay State Cruise from Boston, arriving at MacMillan Wharf refreshed from a brisk ninety-minute jaunt across the high seas. We would walk to Gabriel's, a well-appointed Bed and Breakfast in the center of town, known for pet pampering and settle in.

Summer Fun, Courtesy of Elaine Mowery

Friends might come to join us by staking a tent at the Dunes' Edge Campground right across Route 6. Adjoining the National Seashore, we would go to the beaches for Frisbee romps and eco-woodland walks to sniff the flora and fauna. Other urban pals and their furry companions could go to the newly-renovated Harbor Hotel that allows pets, making this another affordable place to stay. Located across from Provincetown harbor, daily walks might include a healthy stroll into town.

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AAA Marketplace Trade Show at Gillette Stadium

Provincetown participated in the annual AAA Marketplace Trade Show this weekend. The show took place in the Putnam Club area at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough between March 2-4.  

This was a good opportunity to advertise Provincetown to the New England market and also network with other companies and DMOs (Destination Marketing Organizations) in the region.  

The royal blue Provincetown beach bags with a zipper were the most popular items. 

Royal Blue Provincetown Tote Bag

Dan Fowkes, Bay State Cruise Company

Busy afternoon at the AAA

Gillette Stadium, Home of the New England Patriots, fits 71,000 people