Tag: Fall

Fall: Summer and the family camping season are drawing to a close. For those of you who are looking for something to do, it’s a good time to start planning a fall camping trip. If you couldn’t get into that campground during the busy summer months now is the time. Fall is personally my favorite time of year to go camping. The days are still warm in September yet, the nights are cool and comfortable for sleeping. It makes it more pleasant for those wanting to enjoy the outdoors. Days aren’t as hot, and nights are just cool enough to cuddle under a blanket for a good night sleep. Another blessing to fall campers is the fact that parks are less congested and over-crowded. You can really explore some options for camping that may not have been available during the height of the season. Take a weekend trip and enjoy the autumn colors which can be magnificent, and wildlife which is active, often preparing for the winter months to come.

Fall: With cooler weather here now is the perfect time to enjoy a mountain bike ride through some of the most scenic parts of Maine. The Sandy Loop bike trail just outside of Jackman offers visitors an easy ride with scenery that will take your breath away especially during the fall. The trail consist of mostly unpaved double-wide road with some paved stretches. Riders of all levels can manage this loop providing you are relatively fit. Because it is located close to the “Falls” area you will be able to enjoy the the sparkling views of the rivers, lakes and streams as well as the mountains. The loop is approximately seven miles long and and at the end of the loop there is a perfect picnic stop. This scenic stop-off is located right where Sandy Stream drops 15 feet to create a small waterfall. It is a perfect activity on a fall weekend. If you are spending some time in the area combine your mountain bike experience with a canoe trip on the world reknowned Moose River Bow Trip, water route beginning and ending on Attean Lake. Whatever you decide to do, you’ll be glad you made the trip to the Jackman area.

Fall: Fall at Sugarloaf means something different for everyone but for true “loafers” it means an annual rite of passge, Homecoming Weekend. Faithful patrons converged on the resort for the annual event held in October. The Maine ski and snowboard resort’s Homecoming Weekend has been happening for the last 14 years. The event features the annual Carrabassett Valley Academy ski sale in addition to the Sugarloaf Home Show and The Upcountry Artists Art Show. Homecoming weekend is time that true fans of this ski resort purchase thier season lift tickets as a traditional kick off of the approaching winter season. The Upcountry Artists Art Show showcases painting, pottery and handcrafted items among others, many locally made unique and special items. Not only is this a great show to attend but set in the hear of leaf country especially this time of year, you will be able to enjoy the view from the mountain and gain a different perspective of “Sugarloaf” without the snow.