Summer,Spring,Winter,Fall: Taking a tour of Maine’s covered bridges will bring you around the state. From Sunday River to Porter you will find these old charms still standing strong surviving years of weather and use. Probably the most photographed and painted is the “Artist Bridge” in Newry just north of Sunday River. This bridge is over 140 years old and still carried daily traffic right up until 1958 but, the 87 foot stucture still remains today. Roby Bridge in Corinth is the only completely shingle covered bridge in the state and has been carrying local traffic today since 1857. Hemlock Bridge located in Fryeburg is another 100 year plus bridge is a must see when you are up in the Saco River area. With only eight original covered bridges remaining in the state out of what once totaled 120, you should take some time to check them out. These bridges give us a peak into history and their construction into the ingenuity of our forefathers.
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Augusta: Visiting Maine’s Capital
Summer, Winter, Spring, Fall: A drive to Augusta, Maine’s capital is worth the trip. The Maine State House is a majestic structure built in the early 1800’s using one of the state’s plentiful resources, Maine granite. The entire parcel that the State house sits on consist of 34 acre. With Capital Park extending from the front steps of the capital building to the banks of the Kennebec River. The dome of the capital building is home to the statue known as Minerva. She is a draped female figure of Wisdom, made of copper and overlaid with gold. The State House is home to the Maine Senate and Legistlature. Each branch occupies the South and North wings of the building with the Governor’s office being at the Hall of Flags in the center of the building. Next time you are in Augusta take make a stop at the State Capital building and take a tour of the inside of this historic structure.
Pineland Farms: A Haven For Outdoor Enthusiast
Summer,Winter,Spring & Fall: Why not take some time to explore Pineland Farms in New Gloucester. This facility is open to the public and offers recreational activities for all ages and for all interest. With acres of groomed trails and open spaces the grounds are well maintained and is a haven for outdoor enthusiast. The well-kept trails have been designed for hiking, biking and walking in the summer and nordic skiing and skating in the winter. In addition to being a great place to enjoy the great outdoors, the Pineland campus is also a fully operational farm and offers educational programs which are all open to the general public. They also have a beautiful equestrian center and offer classes to those interested. The Riding Academy offers riding lessons for all ages and levels on their outdoor trails in the summer months and heated riding facility in the winter months. But most important is the farm is a beautiful place to visit. Miles of green, lush pastures and white fences greet visitors. There are gorgeous gardens and perfect picnic spots. If you are traveling from a distance Pineland Farms has guest accomodations for the night or longer. So take a ride to the “country” and enjoy all that Pineland Farms has to offer.
Railroad Square Cinema: Take Me To The Movies!
Summer: Railroad Square Cinema consistently shows independent and foreign films that are to die for! When If you are looking for movies that are a little offbeat, and not on the top ten list then this is the right theater for you. Coming from Portland, Railroad Square seems to have found an unexpected but, successful niche in Central Maine. Often it is the only place in Maine showing rarer but anticipated films. The theater was opened in 1978 and has remained an independently owned since then. The theater is located in a renovated warehouse by railroad tracks (hence the name). The Railroad Square Cinema offers movie goers three screens to watch movies on. The screening rooms are small, however the sound is good and the seat are comfortable. More important are the films that they show. Independent, foreign, etc. If you are ever in Central Maine it is worth a visit.
Kennebec River: Follow Your Way Down The Rail Trail
Fall,Winter,Spring & Summer: No matter how you decide to explore the Kennebec River Trail one thing is for sure, you will love it. This walking, hiking, biking and running path has been set up for everyone to enjoy. This community trail runs along the banks of the Kennebec River and offers users a scenic 6.5 mile jaunt through some of the prettiest parts of the area. Whether you start in Gardiner and walk through Farmingdale and Hallowell to end in Augusta or vice versa you may be surprised at what you see along the way. It’s not uncommon to catch sites of breath-taking views of the river. Often times can can catch site of eagles and ospreys preying on fish. Sturgeons over a foot long have been seen leaping into the air. This area is full of historical sites and seeing the antique ice-harvesting houses and lumber mills will bring you back to a days gone by. Now is a even more beautiful time to take a walk along the path as the fall colors and leaves pave your way as you go. So why not go for a walk…