Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall: Cadillac Mountain at 1582 feet tall is one of the first places to see the rays of the rising sun in the United States. The 360 degree views from the spruce and pine studded granite summit are beyond spectacular. The smoothly worn granite mountain top reveals evidence of the regions natural history and the glaciers that once covered this land. The summit can be reached for a fee by a National Park road from May through November, and can also be reached by hiking trails in the winter months. Viewers at the summit are rewarded with a glimpse of the small harbors and villages that dot the shoreline of the island as well as the open waters of the North Atlantic. You don’t want to miss Frenchman’s Bay and Thunder Hole. Be sure to check local conditions and park hours before setting out, and prepare to be held speechless.
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Bar Harbor, Maine: Vacationers, Look No Further
Winter, Summer, Spring, Fall:Outdoors, excitement, comfort, luxury, history, beauty; whatever you’re looking for, Bar Harbor, Maine has it. This historical community, located “Downeast”, was once a small ship building and fishing town, but is now the premiere vacation spot for families all over the country. Bar Harbor neighbors Acadia National Park, home of the summit of 1,532 foot Mount Cadillac, a spectacular natural sight, right next door. This region offers all the components of a truly memorable retreat. Any outdoor recreation is at your fingertips, and the arts are just outside your door. Visit history museums, shop the streets, ski the slopes, and dine on the cuisine. Bar Harbor is a classic vacation destination that offers excitement, relaxation, and luxury, along with every bit of nature’s splendor.
Ice Fishing: Chasing Flags For Fun
Winter: Home to the Fish River Chain of Lakes Aroostook County hosts some of Maine’s finest ice fishing waters. This watershed holds some of Maines biggest landlocked salmon and fine brook trout to be taken through the ice. To do this right, bundle up with warm clothes and boots, bring plenty of traps, a good auger, a portable shelter and some hot food to keep you going throught the day. If you don’t have the gear, book a trip with a local guide to ensure a quality experience.Once the holes are drilled and the traps are baited, kick back with some hot chocolate and wait to hear someone yell “flag!” Then the race is on to see what you’ve caught. This is a great way to spend a winters day with friends and family and with a little luck, you might come home with more than memories.
Snowmobile The Maine ITS: Winter Highways
Winter: When snow falls in northern Maine people in Aroostook County don’t let it slow them down, they get out their “sleds” (snowmobiles) and ride. The Maine ITS, or Interconnected Trail System consists of over 10,000 groomed trails winding through the forests, over peaks and across lakes throughout the state. These trails provide a great way to get out and enjoy the beauty of Maine’s long winter season. With a trail sytem this big it is easy to find uncrowded and pristine places to explore. Snowmobiles are also a great vehicle to access ice fishing spots, skiing and snowboarding hills as well as scenic areas unreachable by road in winter. If you don’t own a snowmobile, no problem there are many places that will rent them for a reasonable price. Most Outfitters also offer guided trips if you are hesitant to strike out on your own. Get out and enjoy the winter highway.
Northern Maine Museum of Science: A Sight For Solar Eyes
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall:In 1970 the University of Maine received two substantial natural history collections. The first was a conglomeration of marine and freshwater sea shells and local forestry specimens. The second was a significant portion of the discontinued Portland Museum of Natural History. In October of 1996 The Northern Maine Museum of Science officially opened its doors. Within the complex you will find three floors to explore. The first floor is devoted strictly to mathematics, featuring Platonic solids, Fibonacci numbers, infinity mirrors and more. The second floor is a collection of agricultural, forestry, chemistry and physics. Astrological buffs can marvel at the solar system scale model which is over 100’ long. The Northern Lights display will be sure to grab your attention as well. The third floor is filled with biological and geological displays. Minerals, aerial photos, insect and spider exhibits and fossils adorn this section of the museum. Furthermore the museum is home to a nature walk across seven acres with one main trail and one loop. It is open to foot traffic only and has ten stop stations with detailed explanations of native tree and shrub species. Next time you are heading to Aroostook County stop and enjoy this unique museum.