Foliage Spotters - Maine
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The Maine Highlands
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The Maine Highlands region is chock full
of attractions and activities. This region is home to the 200,000 acre Baxter State
Park, Moosehead Lake (the largest lake in the Northeast), and Mt. Katahdin, the
highest peak in Maine. Enjoy boating, camping, hiking and for you snow enthusiasts,
take advantage of snowmobiling, skiing, and snowshoeing in this versatile region of
Maine!
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Kennebec & Moose River Valleys
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This region is most noted for its outdoor recreation
including hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hunting, and many winter
activities. Among some of the more noted attractions are the Maine State Museum,
historic Ft. Western, the Moose River, and the Kennebec River.
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Downeast & Acadia
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If you like the water, whether river or ocean; if
you like nature in its rugged beauty; if you like salty sea air tinged with the
smell of blueberries; or if you like peaceful coves for some quiet time, then the
Downeast & Acadia Region is for you. Here there are freshwater lakes, whitewater
rivers, the highest tides in the country along with their crashing surf, and those
peaceful coves. History abounds here: St Croix Island, the landing site of the
French in the New World; the first naval encounter of the Revolutionary War took
place here; architecturally historic homes cover the area. Spend time in friendly
villages, browse in shops and galleries, venture in nature's preserves and wildlife
refuges, go fishing, canoeing, or kayaking. Most of all enjoy yourself. You will!
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Maine Lakes & Mountains
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While this region seems to speak to the sports-minded
with its bountiful lakes and fish-filled rivers for the fishermen or boating
enthusiasts and swimmers, or the challenging, exciting slopes for the skiers,or
groomed winter trails for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, or the numerous
trails, including the Appalachian Trail, for hikers and nature lovers, there remains
much for families to see and experience. Countrysides and mountains glimmering in
the fall with Mother Nature's brilliant painting of the trees, or antique and
arts/crafts shops, country fairs, covered bridges, general stores, historic sites
and museums are an adventure for the young and old alike. A vacation wonderland.
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Mid-Coast
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The Mid-Coast Region's beauty lies in a picturesque
blend of traditional fishing villages and cosmopolitan towns; large resorts and
cozy inns; lobster-in -the-rough and fine restaurants; art galleries and boutiques;
antiques and flea markets; museums and historic structures; five-masted schooners
to modern cruisers, and past history to current events. Go swimming, go hiking, go
shopping, go sightseeing; take a cruise on a historic windjammer for a few hours or
a full week, but most of all go to the Mid-Coast Region.
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Greater Portland and Casco Bay
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Portland, Maine's largest city, lies on a promontory
with water on three sides where visitors will find a friendly, small-town
atmosphere. Portland is large enough to support an exciting cultural scene, yet is
small enough to navigate by foot. The city is reputed to have the greatest number
of restaurants per capita, second only to San Francisco. The region is host to
numerous museums, historic sites, old-fashioned streetlights, brick sidewalks,
boutiques, and restaurants. A combination of outdoor and indoor recreation for
the entire family.
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Southern Maine Coast
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The Southern Maine Coast Region has miles upon miles
of wide sandy beaches in contrast to the remaining rugged, rocky coastline of Maine.
The region has an array of sites from historic to present times that will satisfy
vacationers of all ages and tastes. Walk the beaches for miles or nature trails for
peaceful moments, shop till you drop at outlet stores, antique shops, boutiques,
and general stores, learn of the region's history at museums and restored villages,
or go for thrills on rollercoaster and other rides at amusement parks. There is much
to see, much to enjoy...have a memorable vacation.
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