Fall: Fall is such a special time of year here in Maine. The hustle and bustle of the summer crowds begin to dwindle making it the perfect time to step outside and enjoy the cooler weather and gorgeous colors of autumn. If you are considering something to do this fall, then you may want to take a drive toward the Western Maine region where the mountains meet the lakes. One of the towns to visit is Harrison, one of the smallest Western Maine towns that boast acres of Maine woods. The forest comes alive with color during the fall making for the perfect fall destination spot. Greenwood Manor Inn, in Harrison, is a great place to stay as it sits in the middle of over 100 acres of Maine forest. This Georgian style mansion was built in the early 1800’s and converted into a beautiful inn in the late 1980’s. Each of the seven guest rooms are furnished with period antiques and some even have cozy fireplaces and clawfoot tubs. A full country breakfast waits for guest each morning which is a good thing because you will need the energy in order to do all that there is in the area! The inn sits on the tip of Long Lake and with lake frontage guestsvcan take advantage of the water with canoes that are available for use. This is a perfect way to enjoy the fall foliage from a different vantage point, the water. There are also miles of hiking and biking trails that are on and around the property that offer sweeping vistas of the White Mountain region. Another thing to do if you are in the area during the last week of September is to go to the Fryeburg Fair. Fryeburg is only a 30 minute ride from Harrison. This is one of Maine’s largest and most popular fairs during the fall. Another great thing to do during your trip is to go pick fresh Maine apples at the Mt. Tirem Cider Mill. Or if you are looking for something to do in the evening hours, check out the Old Mill Tavern which is located on Main Street in Harrison. This place has a comfortable, casual atmosphere with live acoustic music on the weekends. There are also some great leather couches surrounding and a warm and cozy fireplace. This is a great place to enjoy a drink and warm up on a cool fall evening. It’s also a fun place to dance the night away. On Friday and Saturday nights after the restaurant closes, the staff actually perform live music and have become quite a local hit! If you are looking for a fun fall getaway with a variety of things to do in the heart of fall foliage country then, you should make your reservations today to visit Harrison.
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Coos Canyon: Pan For Gold And Strike It Rich
Fall & Summer: Looking for a great thing to do with the whole family? Take a trip to Coos Canyon in Byron where panning for gold and actually finding it isn’t just for fools! Coos Canyon is a beautiful spot to visit as the Swift River runs through the canyon and panning for gold is done in this amazing spot. The gorge was carved during the ice age and the bedrock that makes up the gorge has been known to contain gold. To make it even easier for you to find gold, stop in at the Ole Prospector Mineral Shop located across the street from the canyon where you can rent everything you need. Be sure to check out the “Big Nugget Book” which is prominently displayed. This book is a photo album of all those who have found gold in the canyon. There is no charge for entering the canyon so once you have your equipment head into the water and start sifting through the sand. You may not find an actual nugget but, flakes are possible and you can purchase a vial to store your treasure from the store as well. If you really want to make a fun adventure out of your trip then be sure to pack your camping gear and plan on spending the night at the Coos Canyon Campground nearby. While you are spending time in the area, another great thing to do if you are brave is to do some cliff diving or jumping. The canyon is actually a deep gorge where the water is over 20 feet deep in sections. Climbing the walls of the gorge can be a little tricky but, the leap off is absolutely exhilarating. Angel Falls is a half hour hike from the canyon and the 90 ft drop is stunning and definitely worth the trip. Tumbledown Mountain is also close by and is a great day hike. It’s fun to hike up the mountain, which takes about four hours, and then go back to the canyon and end the day plunging off the cliffs into the cold but, refreshing mountain water. Check out Coos Canyon and discover gold, it’s worth the trip!
Singles: Get Outdoors And Meet Someone!
Fall, Winter, Spring & Fall: Attention all you singles…are you sick of hitting the bar scene only to leave disappointed. Perhaps you need to change your strategy and embrace the great outdoors. Maine is known as vacationland for a reason and there is no better reason to take advantage of all the outdoors activities available to you. And who knows, it just may lead to an opportunity to meet that someone special. One thing you could do is take advantage of the ski clinics which are available at all the major ski areas around the state. Sunday River in Bethel offers a great “learn to ski” program designed to get you out on the slopes that very day. This is a great way to learn something new and meet new people while you are at it. All of you ladies, why not sign up for one of LL Bean’s Outdoor Discovery classes like their fly fishing clinic. Nothing connects people more than the great outdoors and you never know who you will meet! Not into fishing or cold weather, then why not try golf. You can take group lessons at most golf clubs and it’s such a social sport as much social networking is done on the golf course. One of the great things about taking part in one of these clinics is there is no awkwardness that can sometimes be felt because you are all there for the same reason, to learn something new which can be quite a bonding experience. Meeting other singles in Maine is not impossible but, you may have to start thinking outside of the box and possibly even taking it outside!
Corn Mazes: Explore An A-Mazing Time This Fall!
Fall: October is the month for corn mazes and with some great ones here in Maine to choose from you will discover what the fun is all about. Harvest Hill Farms has themed corn mazes each year and this year is sure to please with a pirate treasure adventure. The farm offers a maze filled with game stations, clues and pictures to help you find your way. Each stop helps you discover which twist and turn to take to get you out of the maze madness. If you want to add some excitement to your corn maze adventure, plan on going on a Friday when the maze is open at night but, don’t forget to pack a flashlight and be prepared for some spooky fun! Around the state there are other great corn mazes to check out, Ricker Hill Orchard in Turner, allows maze goers to go through the corn maze as many times as you would like. Thunder Road Farm in Corinna has an 8 acre corn maze with the theme Red Sox Nation for this year’s maze explorers. They also have two separate mazes one that is designed for adults which is longer and more challenging and one designed specifically for kids. On Halloween evening the farm offers a haunted maze experience that is sure to thrill and chill all explorers. Zack’s Corn Maze in York is Southern Maine’s hotspot! Visitors will be transported to the corn fields via a 20 minute hayride. The maze is cut on 17 acres of the farms cornfields. Plan on spending some time there, as it will definitely take you a while to find your way through the maze madness. Zack’s is less than 10 miles off 95 so it is easy to get to and sure to be tons of fun. With fall here, corn mazes are open and ready for you to explore!
Corn Mazes: Good Clean Fun
Fall: Looking for some good clean fun this fall? Have you ever thought about taking a trip through a Corn Maze? At Pumpkin Valley Farm in Dayton, they’ve carved out 5 acres of their field of corn and cut the rows into winding twists and turns. The maze is made up of eight-foot high cornstalk and they have cut alleys that zig-zag you through the maze for fun! The maze has dead ends and even a room to rest. If you are looking for fall harvest fun you will be guaranteed you will find what you’re looking for visiting this great family oriented farm. In addition to the corn maze they also offer hayrides to the pumpkin patch where you are sure to find the perfect pumpkin for your fall decor. The farm has a lot of kids activities and a playground area set up just for their entertainment. This is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon with the kids. Make sure you try out the new corn launcher and see if you can hit the target!