We had been told that Stonington was more of industrial fishing marine repair centre. However we were also advised that it was very down east in flavor and we were presently surprised by the place. The folks were very friendly offering rides wherever, most graciously. There was a great buzz at the dock and impromptu drinks were the order of the day.
We had a lovely evening at the theatre there, the show was most professional and played to a packed house. Strangely it was about fishing.........................Bert Dow deep fisherman.
Much evidence of stone quarrying, must be something to do with the name. Huge history of granite going to New York and Washington etc. I believe that the industry is experiencing some resurgence.
Met this fella John Valentine there. An Aussie who lives and works near Alice Springs, and then sails off to the deep blue yonder periodically and goes walkabout. Lots of great stories about his adventures and I suspect he will show up on the rock here sometime soon.
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