Winter: If you are like me, winter is a tough time to find ways to enjoy the outside. It’s not that I hate the cold and snow but, as I have grown older and the idea of spending hours building a snowman or just “playing” in the snow has lost some of its appeal. It wasn’t until last year, when I discovered that snowshoeing is really a great way to enjoy the winter months, a great form of exercise and just a fun thing to do! The beauty of snowshoeing is it doesn’t take any special talent, unlike skiing or skating where balance is key. With snowshoeing, if you can walk than you can snowshoe. This also makes it an appealing family sport because the kids can join you in an inexpensive and fun way to spend a day. Snowshoes are relatively in expensive and can be purchased at most sporting good stores. Whether you choose the more traditional wooden models or a light weight aluminum pair, either way you will be able to walk on your favorite trails all winter long. Along with the benefits of being outside and enjoying the sites, snowshoeing is also a great form of cardiovascular exercise that really gets your blood flowing. Instead of spending the winter cooped up in your house, why not invest in some snowshoes and try something new to do this winter. You can also take these with you anywhere you go and quickly strap them on to explore any undiscovered spot that would not be accessible during the winter months on foot alone. The cool thing about snowshoeing is you feel as if you are floating across the top of the snow. No more sinking into the snow knee deep! They are handy to have around the house especially if you need to check something in the back yard like the propane tank gauge and the snow is over two feet deep and soft! Snowshoeing is really an all around fun way to spend time and just a great way to get around during the winter months here in Maine.
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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.
Ice Fishing Moosehead Lake: A Maine Winter Past Time
Winter: If you are looking for a Maine winter activity that is generations old, you should head to the Moosehead Lake region for one of Maine’s oldest past times, ice fishing. Moosehead Lake and the surrounding waters are home to a variety of fish such as lake trout, landlocked salmon, and brook trout. You’ll also have no difficulty finding small mouth bass and white perch in the smaller ponds. Whether you are looking for a trophy fish or for a fun family activity, you should head out to the Northern woods and enjoy this challenging but relaxing activity. You can see if you can find the perfect spot on your own, or if you prefer to have a guild from a local lodge there are several to choose from. Don’t forget to bring your ice shack for shelter from the freezing winds.
Lily Bay State Park: A Wildlife Gem On Moosehead Lake
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall: Maine’s Lily Bay State Park is on the eastern shore of Moosehead Lake and is made up of 925 acres of wooded terrain. The state park maintains 8 miles of trails year round for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and hiking. The park offers many different campsites either along the water or tucked away in the woods for more privacy. The choice is yours, but make sure that you make your plans and reservations early. The campsites fill up fast, so you’re going to want to get a head start. While camping at the park, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the shores of Moosehead Lake and do some fishing, boating, or swimming. On land, you can enjoy some hunting, leaf peeping, hiking, or just some relaxation and take pleasure in the native wild life around Maine’s largest lake. A visit to Lily Bay State Park is a wonderful way to spend a family vacation bonding in the great outdoors, or just to get away from the fast pace of the world.