Friday

08-15-2025 Vol 2053

Spectacle Island: A Modern Oasis of Nature and History

A recent camping event at Spectacle Island provided attendees with an immersive experience that stripped away the complexities of 21st-century life.

After a half-hour boat ride from the bustle of Boston, visitors found themselves on an island devoid of residential houses, cars, and most modern conveniences, save for the welcome center’s electricity.

With no camping facilities and a focus on self-sufficiency, participants truly carried in everything they needed and carried out everything they brought.

The island is a remarkable place, known for breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, as well as miles of unspoiled trails, allowing campers to enjoy nature in its purest form.

Enkelhart, a camper, described it as his

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Abigail Harper