With the temps forecasted to get into the upper 80’s and lower 90’s over the next couple of days, it’s good to know where to cool off. Here in the western Maine mountains the landscape offers many “cool” spots to find relief from the hot weather. Lets start just south of Kingfield and make our way north up rt 27 to Eustis: [Read more…]
Take a Hike! Kibby Mountain
Kibby Mountain (3654 ft) is located north of Flagstaff Lake, east of Chain of Ponds and just south of the Canadian boarder. The trail to the summit is 2.5 miles long and takes approx 1.5 hrs to reach the summit. Before you head out for the trailhead make sure you’ve got plenty of gas and supplies as this is well off the beaten path….but worth the trip! To get there: [Read more…]
Alex Tuttle keeps ascending!!!!
Local kids are always a source of pride for us in the western mountains of Maine, as we have seen many star athletes & wonderful people all around, grow up with the work ethic, outdoors appreciation, & willingness to set & achieve goals that drives us forward, no matter what life’s hassles throw at you! For Alex Tuttle of Stratton, his goals were forming in his mind very early, & with the chance to attend Carrabassett Valley Academy & be mentored by our two-time Boardercross Olympic Gold Champion Seth Wescott, the climb to the top is well underway! In this spring update with Alex, we hear how the 2011-12 season went overall, & what’s next for this outstanding snowboarder! [Read more…]
Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust: Bonney Point Trails
“Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving natural areas, scenic beauty, critical wildlife habitat and the cultural heritage that make this region of our state so special.” -rlht.org
One of the ways for the public to enjoy the hard work accomplished by the Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust is by checking out one of the many parcels of preserved land in the region. This can include fishing on the legendary Rapid River, bird watching in one of the wildlife sanctuaries, and plenty of opportunities for hiking as well.
In this short video we stopped by the Bonney Point Trails. This easy 1 mile loop hike with lake access can be reached by turning off of Rt 4 just north of the town of Rangeley onto Bonney Point road. The trailhead and parking area is on the left. Once at the trailhead, you’ll find a signpost with maps and all the info you’ll need to explore Bonney Point. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, and Enjoy! Find out more information at rlht.org.
The Sound of Music in the Mountains
There’s no more majestic backdrop or fantastic natural audio-enhancing environment than you’ll find when you experience a symphony orchestra playing in the western mountains of Maine! This archive footage from the Portland Symphony Orchestra is a good reminder that the Kingfield POPs w/ the Bangor Symphony Orchestra & Noel Paul Stookey (oh WOW!!!) will soon be in the region, so see their website: www.kingfieldpops.com to get your tickets & plan to spend a glorious day/evening listening to the sound of music, outside, with Maine’s 4000+ foot mountains setting the scene! You’ll find some people who attended the PSO at Sugarloaf in the ’80s, will be there at the Kennedy Farm on June 30, 2012, too! How cool is that..?.. the timelessness of the value of the life we lead!! [Read more…]
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