The seasons are changing here in Northern Franklin County and the weather is getting cooler. This is a great time to get out in the canoes and kayaks. With the upcoming foliage the lower part of the North Branch of the Dead River in Eustis is a great paddle for all abilities, including kids. Lots of birds and wildlife can be seen along the way as well. [Read more…]
Appalachian Trail 75th Celebration at Sugarloaf
Some highlights and words from the Appalachian Trail conservancy’s executive director on August 18th.
The 75th anniversary celebration of the completion of the Appalachian Trail, held at Sugarloaf was a great success. The trail runs right through the western mountains of Maine and there are tons of spots to take advantage of the trail. Folks from all around enjoyed the mountain atmosphere, hiked the AT to the plaque and site of the last connection of the trail, enjoyed chairlift rides and a huge celebration at The Rack BBQ. For more information on the AT here in Maine, visit www.matc.org or appalachiantrail.org. Get out and enjoy “the peoples trail”.
Local Swimming Spots
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…]
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