Spring,Summer,Fall & Winter: Bangor is Maine’s largest cities in the north half of the state. It is known for lumbering in days past and the gateway to the great north woods. Now it is a growing city with plenty to offer visitors fun things to see and do. There are great annual events that have been drawing visitors for years like the Kenduskeag Stream Canoe Race which has been going on for 42 years. Another great annual event is the Bangor Folks Festival that draws big name performers and big crowds every summer. Bangor is filled with great shops in the downtown district as well as a shopping mall that rivals the Maine Mall in South Portland. If you have kids the Maine Discovery Museum is a great place to spend the day and explore. Bangor is close to Orono and the University of Maine’s largest college campus. There are plenty of sporting events that are happening on a regular basis. From UMaine hockey to baseball, basketball, football and more you can find a college sporting event going on around the calendar during the school year. Not into sports…not to worry you can still find plenty to do in Bangor. There is the University of Maine Art Museum which houses a permanent fine arts collection that is open to the public and worth a trip to see. If it’s time to eat than look no further, Bangor has some great restaurants like the Café Noveau and Whig and Courier Pub. Bangor is a great place to visit and while you are there you will be sure to find plenty to do to keep you and the whole family busy.
Tag: Spring
ATV Adventures: Hit The Trails For ATVing Fun
Summer, Fall, Winter & Spring: Four wheeling fun on the back trails of the Maine woods is a past time many ATVer’s love! If you have had a ride on an ATV you can appreciate the fun of hitting the trails and doing a little mud running. Whether it’s on a wooded trail, a back country road or an open field, there are plenty of places to ride. If you enjoy outdoor adventure and riding ATV’s you should check out Jackman. Known as the Moose River Region and for its white water this area is loaded with over 300 miles of great trails to ride on. The fall is a great time to ride and enjoy the changing colors and cool air. If you don’t own your own there are plenty of places to rent from and the Chamber of Commerce has trail maps for all riders visiting the area. There is even access to the border trails connecting Maine and Quebec and many of the overnight accommodations offer trailside access. While you are there be sure to take some time to go moose watching because it is known as a hotspot in Maine. September and October the moose are out and about getting ready for the cold. This is also the time of year when the males have developed their full antlers. Some of these bulls are over 7 feet in height and can weigh in at 1000+ lbs so they are an awesome sight to be seen. You can usually spot them on the trails while ATVing. Take some time and discover what has become one of Maine’s most popular past times, ATV riding!
Bangor: Five Fun Things To Do
Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall: Bangor is Maine’s largest northern cities and home to the University of Maine at Orono. It’s a great city with a diverse mix of young and old and along with that comes plenty of things to do to keep you busy. The university offers the perfect venue to go catch a live college game whether it be Black Bear hockey, football or baseball, you won’t be disappointed and you will be amazed at the loyalty of their fans! During the football season you will find the parking lots jam packed with visitors from all over attending the game and tail gating in style. If you are a senior citizen in the Bangor area and you are looking for something to do be sure to check out the Hammond Street Senior Center. The Senior Center offer a place for seniors to go if they are seeking friendship, planned activities, fun events and even take classes from art, dance to holistic healing and writing. This is a great resource for the senior community in the Bangor area. Perhaps you are looking for some great entertainment well look no further, the Penobscot Theater located in the heart of Bangor is the place to be. The theatrical productions that come out of Bangor’s only remaining opera house are clear competition to Broadway productions. Feel like experiencing something new? Another great thing to do is to visit the Jordan Planetarium located at the University of Maine. With a constantly changing schedule you can enjoy encounters with distant places whether it be a journey through the stars via the lens of the Hubble space craft or exploring the solar system onboard the spaceship Draco. The kids will love it as much as the adults. Be sure to check out the fun to be had in Bangor, you will find plenty to do no matter what your age!
Moosehead Lake (Greenville, ME): More To Do Than Meets The Eye
Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall: There is something magical about the great northern woods of Maine. People flock to the Moosehead Lakes region and with so many things to see and do it’s not hard to see why. Depending on the season you can find something for everyone to do. During the winter months ice fishing rules in this part of the world. The lake is so massive and so deep the fish both trout and togue are plentiful. Another great winter activity in Moosehead is snowmobiling. You can either bring your sleds or rent one in Greenville. There are plenty of trails that run on and along the lake. If you are looking for a real snowmobiling destination spot, head over to Milinocket to the New England Outdoor Center which is the regions premier snowmobiling place. You can rent sleds right there if you don’t own one and they offer miles groomed trail riding. During the summer months water sports are the name of the game. Jet skiing, boating, canoeing and kayaking, you name it you can do it. There are plenty of hidden coves to be discovered and several places to put your boat in on the lake. Another fun thing to do while in the area is go searching for a moose. Head out of Greenville toward Kokadjo and find your way to Roach Pond. There are always a ton of moose wondering along the roadside and often milling around in the swampy areas. This who area has many wildlife sighting opportunities whether it’s a moose, deer, fox, you name it, you’ll probably find it! While you are in Moosehead, plan on taking a ride toward Katahdin. Spend some time hiking around the trails on the base of the mountain and enjoying the scenic views of the majestic Mount Kathadin in the background. Moosehead is a great place to spend some time exploring the great outdoors! Pack your camping supplies, load your canoe, gather your fishing gear and hit the road for the great northern outdoors experience right here in Maine.
Appalachian Trail: Hike The 100 Mile Wilderness
Spring, Summer, Fall: Maine’s Appalachian trail leads through dense forests, along countless lakes, ponds an rivers, calling all adventurous spirits seeking scenery and solitude. The 100 mile wilderness section begins at the town of Monson and winds its way northeast through some of Maine’s largest undeveloped country. This section of trail is not for amatuers, but for those willing to rough it the rewards are plentiful. From panoramic views high atop the mulitiple peaks along the way, to the soothing sound of a babbling brook, or distant cry of Loons echoing across a lake. This is the trip of a lifetime for nature lovers in wild country. Be prepared to pack enough food for ten days on the trail and have a good water filtration system too, cause once on the trail there are no corner markets to resupply. There are some basic shelters along the way in the form of lean-to’s but hikers should be prepared to set camp if no space is available. The big reward at the end is enjoying the classic view of Mount Katahdin with an ice cream and cold beverage from the Abol store around the corner.