PORT CLYDE — Lyman-Morse, a Midcoast Maine based boatbuilder and marina operator, has partnered with Colby College to relaunch a managed mooring field in Port Clyde Harbor. The collaboration supports Colby’s growing investment in Port Clyde and, according to a Lyman-Morse news release, expands a safe, quality anchorage for visiting boaters in one of Maine’s most storied working harbors.

"The moorings give visiting sailors and cruisers a convenient, well-managed option for securing an overnight spot for their vessel in one of the most scenic harbors on the Eastern Seaboard," said Lyman-Morse.

Fuel, restrooms and showers, and Wi-Fi will be available to mooring customers, according to the marina company. Dockage is also available on a short-term basis for those visiting town. Availability, reservations, and seasonal details are available online at Dockwa.com under Port Clyde Moorings by Lyman-Morse.

For Lyman-Morse, whose roots in the Midcoast stretch back nearly a half-century, the project is a natural fit, said the company.

"The company has long believed that healthy harbors and healthy communities go hand in hand," said Lyman-Morse.

"Lyman-Morse is excited to bring our waterfront expertise and management to Colby’s investment in the Port Clyde community,” said Eric Beckman, Service Operations Manager at Lyman-Morse.

Port Clyde is more than a destination for boaters.

"It is one of Maine’s most enduring working waterfront communities," said the company.

For generations, the harbor has been home to commercial fishermen, local businesses, and families whose lives are closely tied to the sea.

"As the village looks toward its next chapter following the loss of the historic Port Clyde General Store in 2023, new investments by community-minded organizations are helping strengthen the harbor’s role as both an economic engine and a gathering place for residents and visitors alike," said Lyman-Morse. "Colby College has made a remarkable commitment to Port Clyde recently."

Colby has purchased several downtown properties, including the former general store site, to establish its new Center for Resilience and Economic Impact. The Center is designed as an interdisciplinary hub where scientists, economists, and policymakers can work alongside the people of Maine to address the challenges facing coastal and rural communities: changing fisheries, severe weather, economic uncertainty, and more. The Seaside Inn will house student researchers who will live and work alongside the community, and the college’s Island Campus on nearby Allen and Benner islands has long used Port Clyde as its launch point.

“Our goal is to be a good neighbor and a long-term partner to the people of Port Clyde. Everything we're doing starts with that commitment,” said Paul Ureneck, Assistant Vice President of Real Estate for Colby College.

On the former general store site, Colby will construct a new building housing a street-level restaurant, community spaces, and offices for the center. The Barn and Squid Ink Coffee will continue to operate, and the Seaside Inn will remain a place for people to stay, work, and be part of village life.

Since the company’s founding in 1978, Lyman-Morse has become a global leader in quality and service in manufacturing and hospitality, known for its expertise in high-end yachts, advanced manufacturing, and metal fabrication. Lyman-Morse aims to create exceptional experiences and lasting relationships with clients, employees, and partners. Lyman-Morse’s unique fusion of design, technology, and craftsmanship has made the company into an industry leader, globally sought after by discerning clients. The Wharf at Lyman-Morse in Camden Harbor is a premier destination for visiting boaters, offering slips, moorings, and full-service yacht care in the heart of the town where the mountains meet the sea. To learn more about Lyman-Morse’s marina services, visit lymanmorse.com.