Summer,Spring,Winter & Fall: Looking for thrills, then you have got to check out indoor karting. Tony Steward, Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson all got their start in go-karts. Racing karts provides high speeds and high thrills for juniors to adults. You will find fun courses designed to test your driving ability. Many courses have been professionally designed and indoor karting has become a huges past-time over the last few years. Maine offers someindoor karting racing events and you can find these facilities in Scarborough, Saco, Westbrook and Portland. Most of these facilities offer race events where amateurs can participate and win prizes and the reviews are always positive. So why not try your hand at some indoor karting, the adventure and thrills are just a go-cart away!
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The Great Lost Bear: Good Times Are In The Air
Fall,Winter,Spring & Summer: The Great Lost Bear has been a Portland institution since 1979. The Bear is located about two miles from Old Port and is well worth the journey across town. The Great Lost Bear features an enormous menu with something for everyone. The patrons love their burgers and with over 19 varieties to choose from who wouldn’t! Looking for some taste appetizers to go along with that beer…they have it all. They also have a large vegetarian selection and wicked good desserts. For all you beer lovers, The Bear also features 54 taps with 15 Maine microbreweries making their appearance. The Bear has named one of the top ten beer bars in the United States and one trip in and you will easily see why. It is a great place to meet friends out for the night or just have a casual dinner with a date. Whatever the reason you should definitely check this place out, you won’t be disappointed.
Cross-Country Skiing: Greater Portland Area Locations
Winter: This winter, make sure to plan on heading outside for some cross-country skiing. Most parks and golf courses in Portland will allow you to cross-country ski on their properties in the winter time. For those days when you feel closed up in the house, head to the trails along the Eastern Promenade where you can enjoy the scenery overlooking Portland’s harbor with the tugboats and ferries. You’ll also be able to see local fisherman and lobsterman. Another great cross country skiing location in Portland is the Riverside golf course. Here, you can enjoy the view of the trees covered with snow and the people sledding on the hills. If you prefer being near the water, you could also pack up and head over to one on one of Greater Portland’s beaches such as Willard Beach in South Portland, or Scarborough Beach State Park. One of Maine’s most serene places is the coast, where you can enjoy the sound of the waves and sea gulls along with the panoramic ocean views. These are all wonderful places where you can enjoy a Maine winter day.
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Portland Stage Company: Theatre For The Everyday Enthusiast
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall: The Portland Stage company was founded in 1974. This theatre has seven live productions a season with an average audience of 50,000 a season. The Stage Company produces programs that look at basic human issues and concerns related to the communities in its surrounding area. The theatre offers a pre and post show discussion, play notes and in-school workshops. The Portland Stage Company attempts to make their shows appealing to people of all ages and interests. Occasional classics like “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens are also displayed. So if you like musicals, drama and live theatre, then you should make this part of your winter plans.
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Portland Symphony Orchestra: Local Musical Talent At Its Best
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall: A visit to the Portland Symphony Orchestra is a great way to see local talent from the New England area. The Orchestra is made up of 85 musicians and has been part of Portland’s history for the past 82 years. If you would like to take in some of the local history, plus be entertained by an organization that has one of the very best reputations and performances, then this is the place to go. With symphonies ranging from classical, Christmas, educational, and some that feature the chamber ensembles or the full orchestra. So when it’s too cold or too wet outside, you can still head out to the Symphony for a wonderful evening.
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