The White Mountains area of New Hampshire is a special place indeed. The entire range is like a playground; it’s host to so many things to do. If you’re a hiker, there’s certainly no shortage or trails, rivers, and waterfalls. If you like shopping, small towns such as North Conway and Littleton await your visit. If you enjoy simply driving around to take in the scenery, boy will you be in for a surprise. Back in 2018, Laura and I made our first real trek to northern New Hampshire for a special and memorable experience. Since then, we’ve gone back once and plan to do so every year from now on. For us, autumn visits are the best, but I wouldn’t mind making one or two during the winter to enjoy the Christmas season. Please browse through this post to read some of my commentary on our trips as well as view the many photos I’ve taken along the way. Continue reading…
Bull Moose & Northern Kingdom Music, Bangor, Maine
Before we moved to Maine, I didn’t even know Bangor existed. Perhaps I heard of it in passing here or there, but I admit I never gave it much thought. After we moved here and visited the area though, we learned there’s actually quite a bit going on in the area. I must say, Bangor is a pretty fun place. And if you’re a lover of listening to and making music, you’ll have more fun than the average person. During one of our trips to Bangor, Laura and I stopped to explore a few different locales; Bull Moose, Northern Kingdom Music, and the downtown center. Each was excellent. Click through the see some marvelous photos I took along the way. I’ll keep this post updated with the latest goings-on if we ever return to Bangor, so this post really will be a one stop shop, for the lack of a better phrase. Continue reading…
Farmington, Maine
On the right day, there’s a buzz in the air of Farmington, Maine. With a population of a bit over 7,500 people, there’s got to be. Personally, I prefer the winter months to explore the streets and stores, but that’s just because I enjoy seeing the snow piled up on the corners and sidewalks. It makes me think I’m on a movie set. The town itself can be picturesque in places. A small college called the University of Maine at Farmington is located right at its heart. It’s a nice (smaller) school with a handful of interesting students. They mostly behave and keep to themselves, which is a good thing. They add a lot to the area, much like the students of any college would. Click through to check out the many photos I’ve taken of the town and surrounding areas. I offer some opinions and commentary as well. Continue reading…
Sugarloaf Mountain, Maine
Sugarloaf is a major ski mountain located in western Maine. More specifically, it lives in Carrabassett Valley, which is in Franklin County. It’s about 4,250 feet high and offers just about anything you might want when it comes to both summer and winter sports. From what I’ve seen, everything is very well taken care of and maintained. The surrounding area is great too, with many bike trails, hiking trails, ATV and snowmobile trails, restaurants, bowling alleys, and so much more. It’s basically an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. In this post, I discuss our visits to the mountain and I show off my many photos as well. It hasn’t been difficult to take nice pictures – the nature does all the work for me. I’ll be updating this post as time goes on and as we visit the mountain more. Continue reading…
Camden, Maine
If you’re looking for the most quintessential coastal town in New England, look no further. Camden is it. There’s money in Camden. There’s also class. And fun. And things to do. But mostly, Camden is elegant and refined. Besides hosting historic, up-scale, well built, and well maintained buildings, the area also offers the harbor where many older and newer boats and ships live. They’re interesting to explore. Many wonderful inns and restaurants also call Camden home. When visiting, be sure to choose the right time of year. If you visit during the peak season, you’ll surely battle the crowds. Laura and I like to stop in during the late fall. Things have usually simmered down by then. In the following post, you’ll find many a photo of our adventures thus far. Take a look at them and read my commentary on our visits. I think you’ll agree with the sentiment that Camden truly is the “jewel of the Maine coast.” Continue reading…
Morrison Hill Orchard, Farmington, Maine
Morrison Hill Orchard is a great little orchard that’s super local to those living in or around Farmington, Maine. It’s definitely not as expansive as some of the larger orchards I’ve been to, such as North Star, but it’s got some really great and very well cared for apples. It’s a fun place to visit too; they’ve got an apple sling where you can sling the inedible apples into a huge field. Otherwise, it’s an easy to walk, easy to pick kind of place. Click through to take a look at some of the photos I took during one of our visits. Continue reading…
Carrabassett Valley, Maine
Carrabassett Valley is a wonderful town located in Franklin County, Maine. It’s about 77 square miles in size and is home to approximately 710 people. Of course, the number of residents shrinks and grows substantially through the seasons as folks from all over either leave for the winter to escape the cold or arrive for the summer to escape the heat. Sugarloaf Mountain is located within the Carrabassett Valley area, so there is some transient residency during the colder months for winter activities. In the following post, you’ll find all sorts of topics, from winter hiking to summer walking. From photographing nature to riding ATVs. Please click through to view the many (many) photos I’ve taken and to read my entertaining and informative commentary. Enjoy. Continue reading…
Sandy River Apple Orchard, Mercer, Maine
I’ve visited all types of apple orchards in my days and I have to say that the Sandy River Apple Orchard in Mercer, Maine is the most beautiful. It’s not the largest in the world, but it’s quaint and classic and everything in between. When Laura and I visited, we were the only people there, besides the owners. We were actually the only ones during both of our visits. The orchard is run by the daughter of the late founder, so she’s got her work cut out for her. There are trees though and those trees produce some wonderful apples. If you’re ever in the area of Mercer, definitely stop by. In the meantime, click through to read my post that describes the area and to check out my far too many photos. Continue reading…
Cayford Orchards, Skowhegan, Maine
Cayford Orchards in Skowhegan, Maine is a beautiful little apple orchard that’s quite local and easy to get to. So many times we’re forced to drive miles and miles to visit a lovely orchard. With Cayford, one is practically in our back yard. Cayford offers a good variety of apples and they’re all in excellent condition. We’ve only visited this orchard once so far and it was a quick walk-through, just to pick up some apples, so we’ll definitely need to go back. But from what I saw, it’s well kept and very pretty. Click through to view some photos. Continue reading…
Kingfield, Maine
Kingfield, Maine and the surrounding area is one of incredible beauty and activity. The town itself is charming and full of life and the nature that encapsulates it is host to so many things to do. From hiking and snowshoeing to cross country and down hill skiing, you’ll not likely find yourself bored at any time during a visit. Through the years Laura and I have lived in Maine, we’ve visited this part of the state often. Each time we stopped by, we enjoyed whatever it was we did. In this post, I offer some commentary as well as way too many photos that describe our visits. If you’re interested in learning about Kingfield and would like to know what it looks like, be sure to click through. Continue reading…