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Passion on the Sand

Written on March 11th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Story by Park Ranger Samantha Wilkinson and distributed by The Department of Conservation
I once read somewhere that we should chase down passion like it’s the last bus of [...]

Southern Maine State Park to hold Family Fun Day

Written on March 6th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

A lesser-known state park in southern Maine is experiencing a resurgence of public interest, which will be highlighted next week with its first “Take It Outside” Family Fun Day.
Vaughan [...]

FRESH FROM THE GALLEY Maine Maple Syrup Recipes

Written on March 1st, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

From the Maine Windjammer Association Newsletter
It’s close on to “sugaring” time in the northern Maine woods; the days are getting longer and the sap is starting to run. From [...]

State Parks Day to be Held on March 1 at State Capitol Building

Written on February 25th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Monday, March 1 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.,
The Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL) will hold “State Parks Day” next week at the Hall of Flags, State Capitol [...]

Chevrolet Sebago Fishing Tournament and Snowmobile Speed Competition

Written on February 15th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Proceeds to benefit several charities.
The Sebago Lake Rotary Club’s Maine Chevrolet Sebago Derby will be held on February 20th and 21st, 2010 and will once again be in cooperation with [...]

First State Park to Hold First Anniversary Year Event

Written on February 13th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Maine’s first state park, Aroostook State Park, will hold its first celebration next week for the 75th anniversary year of the Maine state park system.
The day-long winter event will [...]

Support Parks Year-Round with Passes and “Iron Rangers”

Written on February 11th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

This article is an opinion by Rex Turner who is an outdoor recreation planner with the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands.
If you were to ask visitors to parks [...]

Meet Photographer Brian Kent

Written on February 8th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Come meet Brian Kent at this reception and view his stunning pictures of trees from Maine, Washington State, Wales, and South Africa. Its free. Donations will be accepted.
Host: Pine [...]

Residents Encouraged to Make Donation to Endangered and Nongame Wildlife Fund

Written on February 7th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

“Chickadee Check-Off” on State Tax Forms a Great Option.
While filling out their 2009 tax forms, Maine residents are encouraged to make a donation to the state’s Endangered and Nongame [...]

Free Fishing Days for Mainers in February

Written on February 5th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Want to get your kids on the ice to experience the joy of hooking a fish. Want to show your friends and neighbors how much fun it is to [...]

February Schedule at Pine Tree State Arboretum

Written on February 4th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

The Pine Tree State Arboretum offers many great programs for Maine people. They offer several programs through out the year and, for those of us who live in Central [...]

Maine Wildlife Park Earns A Governor’s Tourism Award

Written on February 4th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray, owned and operated by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, received the “Commitment to Tourism Growth” Award from Gov. John E. [...]

Current News about The Nateva Music and Camping Festival

Written on February 4th, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Port City Music Hall is a proud sponsor of the Nateva Music & Camping Festival … happening this summer … 4thof July weekend … in Oxford, Maine. PCMH and [...]

Winter Birds at Wolfe’s Neck

Written on February 2nd, 2010 by GeorgeView Comments

Discover the needs and adaptations of the park’s birds and the ways in which people can help birds around their homes survive winter.
Guided nature programs, free with park admission, on [...]

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