Spend a little time in Maine and it won’t be long before you hear the phrase, ‘Upta Camp.’ It’s a generations-old saying that celebrates the joy of spending time at camp and putting the rest of life firmly on hold. ‘Upta Camp’ might sound corny, but, its appeal is well understood.
Pack your shorts, sunscreen, and yes, a warm jacket too. It’s time for Spring Break in the MidCoast. Villages and inns are opening up and can’t-miss places are yours to enjoy without summertime crowds. Here are a few special things we love about April in the MidCoast.
Mud Season is Maine’s unofficial “5th Season.” Warming days and melting snow are the perfect recipe for weeks of premium-quality mud, however, as you might expect, there are great upsides for this time of the year in the MidCoast.
With spring on its way, this is good time for a master-class in the amazing MidCoast. Here are some historical facts and a few quirky things that you may want to learn more about. The more you know about the MidCoast, the more you’ll want to explore.
It’s January and the backwoods in the MidCoast are perfect now for winter sports. The colder outside, the better! Winter exercise offers health benefits, but the best rewards, of course, are the joy of gliding on snow, exploring the winter woods, or carving lazy eights on ice.
If you want to really know a place, take a slow walk along Main Street. The villages and towns in the MidCoast have their own vibe, energy, and rich history. You can feel it in the shops, hardware stores, galleries, and the restaurants and coffee shops.
This small town has the New England seaside charm, friendly folks, and so many delicious eats. While visiting Bath, here are the top 5 things you won’t want to miss out on!
In recent years, Maine has enjoyed a farming renaissance with an influx of many twenty- and thirty-somethings who want to farm. In fact, Maine now has the fifth youngest farmer population in the country. That movement has revitalized many small family operations and spurred a boom…
Sometimes, the fastest way to unwind is to go slow. Taking an easy walk lets us enjoy more of our surroundings and clear our thoughts. Good walks with friends and kids allow us to appreciate the moment more than any text message ever could. Choose nearly any point in Maine and you’re likely…
If you’re ready for some zen and chill time, the MidCoast is a special part of Maine to completely unwind. With so many quiet ponds, hidden trails, sleepy harbors, and lovely towns to choose from, how do you pick the perfect spot to sit back and become an expert in doing nothing? You could start with this list of a few places that promise truly calm and peaceful escapes.
