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	<title>Connecticut Fair Schedule</title>
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            All of the fairs listed below are members of The Association of Connecticut Fairsand hold fairs each year.&nbsp; The links below provide more information about each fair.
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            Major Fairs
        
        
            
            
            
                
                    
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                        Berlin Fair
                        October 3, 4 &amp; 5, 2008
                    
                    
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                        29 
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                        Bethlehem Fair
                        September 5, 6 &amp; 7, 2008
                    
                    
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                        41 
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                        Bridgewater Country Fair
                        August 15, 16, 17, 2008
                    
                    
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                        5 
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                        Brooklyn Fair
                        August 21, 22, 23, 24, 2008
                    
                    
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                        16 
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                        Chester Fair
                        August 22, 23 &amp; 24, 2008
                    
                    
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                        19 
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                        Durham Fair
                        Sept ember 26, 27 &amp; 28, 2008
                    
                    
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                        12 
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                        Four Town Fair
                        September 11, 12, 13 &amp; 14, 2008
                    
                    
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                        26 
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                        Goshen Fair
                        August 30, 31 &amp; September 1, 2008
                    
                    
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                        18 
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                        Guilford Fair
                        September 19, 20 &amp; 21, 2008
                    
                    
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                        15 
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                        Haddam Neck Fair
                        August 29, 30, 31 &amp; September 1, 2008
                    
                    
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                        27 
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                        Harwinton Fair
                        October 4 &amp; 5, 2008
                    
                    
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                        14 
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                        Hebron Harvest Fair
                        September 4, 5, 6 &amp; 7, 2008
                    
                    
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                        9 
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                        Lebanon Country Fair
                        August 8, 9 &amp; 10, 2008
                    
                    
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                        36 
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                        North Haven Fair
                        September 4, 5, 6 &amp; 7, 2008
                    
                    
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                        1 
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                        North Stonington Agricultural Fair
                        July 10, 11, 12 &amp; 13, 2008
                    
                    
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                        20 
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                        Portland Fair
                        October 10, 11 &amp; 12, 2008
                    
                    
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                        31 
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                        Terryville Country Fair
                        August 22, 23 &amp; 24, 2008
                    
                    
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                        32 
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                        Wolcott Lions Agricultural Fair
                        August 15, 16 &amp; 17, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Woodstock Fair
                        August 29, 30, 31 &amp; September 1, 2008
                    
                
            
            
             
        
        
            District Fairs
        
        
            
            
            
                
                    
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                        17 
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                        Hamburg Fair
                        August 15, 16 &amp; 17, 2008
                    
                    
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                        2 
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                        Ledyard Fair
                        September 5, 6 &amp; 7, 2008
                    
                    
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                        38 
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                        Orange Country Fair
                        September 20 &amp; 21, 2008
                    
                    
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                        24 
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                        Riverton Fair
                        October 10, 11 &amp; 12, 2008
                    
                    
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                        13 
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                        Wapping Fair
                        September 4, 5, 6 &amp; 7, 2008
                    
                
            
            
             
        
        
            4-H Fairs
        
        
            
            
            
                
                    
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                        12 
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                        Hartford County 4-H Fair
                        August 15, 16 &amp; 17, 2008
                    
                    
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                        26 
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                        Litchfield County 4-H Fair
                        August 9 &amp; 10, 2008
                    
                    
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                        19 
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                        Middlesex &amp; New Haven County 4-H Fair
                        August 1, 2 &amp; 3, 2008
                    
                    
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                        1 
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                        New London County 4-H Fair
                        July 25, 26 &amp; 27, 2008
                    
                    
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                        11 
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                        Tolland County 4-H Fair
                        August 8, 9 &amp; 10, 2008
                    
                    
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                        5 
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                        Windam County 4-H Fair
                        August 1, 2 &amp; 3, 2008
                    
                
            
            
             
        
        
            Local Fairs
        
        
            
            
            
                
                    
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                        Beacon Grange Fair
                        September 28, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Cannon Grange Agricultural Fair &amp; Exposition
                        August 24, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Cherry Brook Grange Fair
                        September 13, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Cheshire Grange Community Grange Fair
                        September 27 &amp; 28, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Echo Grange Fair
                        September 13, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Ekonk Community Grange Fair
                        August 9, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Fair of Norwich Grange
                        August 16, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Granby Grange Agricultural Fair
                        September 13, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Greenfield Hill Grange
                        September, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Harmony Grange Fair
                        August 23, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Killingly Grange Fair
                        September 13, 2008
                    
                    
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                        28 
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                        Litchfield Grange Fair
                        August 16, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Meriden Grange Fair
                        September 13, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Montville Fair
                        No fair being held in 2008
                    
                    
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                        39 
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                        Norfield Grange Agricultural Fair
                        August 14, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Riverton Grange Fair
                        August 6, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Simsbury Grange Agricultural Fair
                        August 30, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Southington Grange Community Fair
                        August 16, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Wallingford Grange Fair
                        September 20, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Whigville Grange Fair
                        September 20, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Winchester Grange Fair
                        August 9, 2008
                    
                    
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                        Wolf Den Grange Fair
                        August 19, 2007
                    
                
            
            
            
        
    
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	<title>Maine Fair Schedule</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 07:20:32 -0400</pubDate>
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            April 14-15, 2007
            Ogunquit Patriots Day Weekend
        
        
            April 21, 2007 
            Bangor - Kenduskeag Stream Canoe Race 
        
        
            April 27th-29th
            Fishermen's Festival-Boothbay
        
        
            April 29th-May1st
            Fryeburg - Home, Garden and Flower Show
        
        
            May 20th-22nd
            Biddeford - Maine Family Fun Festival
        
        
            May 25th-30th
            Bar Harbor - Warblers and Wildflowers Festival
        
        
            May 27th-30th
            Cobscook Bay Area - Down East Spring Birding Festival
        
        
            May 27th-30th
            Skowhegan - Annual Arts &amp; Air Fest
        
        
            June 5th
            Old Port Festival-Portland
        
        
            June 9th-11th
            Ogunquit Chamber Music Festival
        
        
            June 9th-12th
            Machias - Margaretta Days Festival
        
        
            June 16th-19th
            The 24th Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival-Sidney
        
        
            June 17th-19th
            Deer Isle - Lupine Festival
        
        
            June 18th-July4th
            &quot;Whatever&quot; Family Festival
        
        
            June 18th-19th
            York - Made in Maine Products and Seafood Festival
        
        
            June 24th
            Strawberry Festival-York 384-3208
        
        
            June 19th-26th
            Bar Harbor - Legacy of the Arts Festival
        
        
            June 21st-22nd
            Boothbay Harbor - Windjammer Days
        
        
            June 23rd-26th
            La Kermesse-Franco-Americaine Festival
        
        
            June 24th-August 6th
            Bath - Gazebo Concert Series
        
        
            June 25th-August
            Brunswick - Bowdoin International Music Festival
        
        
            June 26th
            Flye Point Music and Arts Festival - Brooklin
        
        
            July 2nd-September
            Wells Harbor Summer Concert Series
        
        
            July 2nd - 5th
            Houlton Fair - Houlton
        
        
            July 6th-August
            Rockport - Bay Chamber Concerts Summer Music Festival
        
        
            July 8th - 11th
            Ossipee Valley Fair - South Hiram
        
        
            July 9th-10th
            10th Annual Arts in the Park-Belfast
        
        
            July 15th - 18th
            Pittston Fair - Pittston
        
        
            July 9th - 18th
            The Maine Potato Blossom Festival - Fort Fairfield
        
        
            July 23th - 25th
            County Bluegrass Festival - Fort Fairfield
        
        
            July 16th - 17th
            Alfred Festival Days - Alfred
        
        
            July 4th
            &quot;Whatever&quot; Family Festival
        
        
            4th of July in Maine-
            Schedule&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Click for full Schedule 
        
        
            July 30th
            Christmas In July- York beach 363-1040
        
        
            July 28th-August 6th
            York Days-York Maine&nbsp; (207) 363-1040 
        
        
            July 29th - Aug.6th
            Northern Maine Fair - Presque Isle (207) 764-6826
        
        
            July 297th - Aug.7th
            Bangor State Fair - Bangor
        
        
            July 31st
            Saltwater Music Festival-Brunswick
        
        
            August 3th - 6th
            Monmouth Fair -&nbsp; Monmouth
        
        
            August 6th - 8th
            Athens Fair&nbsp; - Athens
        
        
            August 8th - 14th
            Topsham Fair - Topsham
        
        
            August 12-13th
            Celebrate Maine-363-4422&nbsp;&nbsp; Eliot
        
        
            August 12th - 21st
            Skowhegan Fair - Skowhegan
        
        
            August 22nd 28th
            Union Fair - Union&nbsp;
        
        
            August 26th - 29th
            Acton Fair - Acton
        
        
            August 26th - 29th
            Piscataquis Valley Fair - Dover-Foxcroft
        
        
            August 29th to Sept. 6th
            Windsor Fair - Windsor
        
        
            September&nbsp; 2nd - 6th
            Blue Hill Fair - Blue Hill
        
        
            September&nbsp; 2nd - 6th
            Springfield Fair - Springfield
        
        
            September&nbsp; 9th - 12th
            Clinton Lions Club Fair - Clinton
        
        
            September&nbsp; 10th - 12th
            Litchfield Fair - Litchfield
        
        
            September&nbsp; 11th
            Blues at The Forks II - The Forks&nbsp; A celebration of music, food, and artisans.
        
        
            September 16th
            Arts in The Park-York Harbor
        
        
            September 13th - 16h
            Oxford County Fair - Oxford
        
        
            September&nbsp; 16th - 19th
            New Portland Lions Fair - N. New Portland
        
        
            September&nbsp; 19th - 25th
            Franklin County / Farmington Fair - Farmington
        
        
            September&nbsp; 24th - 26th
            Common Ground Country Fair - Unity
        
        
            September&nbsp; 26th - Oct. 2nd
            Cumberland Fair - Cumberland Ctr.
        
        
            September 30th
            Eliot Festival Day-&nbsp; 207-439-5033
        
        
            October 3rd - 10th
            Fryeburg Fair - Fryeburg
        
        
            October 7th-9th
            York Beach Sidewalk Sale&nbsp; 207-363-4422
        
        
            October 16th-17th
            Community Fair Day -New Gloucester
        
        
            October 13th-15th
            Annual Harvest Fest&nbsp; 207-363-4422 York
        
        
            November 25th
            Lighting of the Nubble- York Beach 363-1040
        
        
            December 2nd
            Festival of Lights- York Village&nbsp; 207-363-4974
        
    

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	<title>The Perfect Burger in New England</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 19:32:40 -0400</pubDate>
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The hamburger is America&rsquo;s favorite sandwich. Looked down on in some circles as too common, or unhealthy, ground beef on a bun is nevertheless a mainstay on the menu of any restaurant that serves &ldquo;American fare&rdquo; because customers demand it. The exalted French chef Daniel Boulud, who charges $32 for his famous burger at DB Bistro Moderne, in New York (the chopped sirloin burger comes with braised short ribs, foie gras and black truffle), once noted that French people knocked American burgers only because they wish they had thought of them first.
New York-based filmmaker George Motz loves hamburgers so much that he made a documentary film and wrote a book, &ldquo;Hamburger America,&rdquo; (www.hamburgeramerica.com) about them. He traversed the country, seeking out spots that served the most delicious and unique burgers &ndash; which he defines as fresh ground beef, griddle-cooked and served on some kind of bread &ndash; and learned, &ldquo;Americans are proud of their hamburger tradition.&rdquo; In Motz&rsquo;s view, veggie, turkey or any burger not made of beef doesn&rsquo;t count. &ldquo;The beauty of the hamburger is it&rsquo;s perfect. It shouldn&rsquo;t be messed with,&rdquo; he declares.
Following are a few noteworthy New England burger spots &ndash; a few of which even made it into Motz&rsquo;s book:Connecticut

    
        
            
        
    


Ted&rsquo;s Restaurant 1046 Broad St, Meriden (203) 237-6660Ted&rsquo;s Restaurant (www.steamedcheeseburger.com), open since 1959, is a Meriden institution specializing in steamed cheeseburgers ($4). The burgers here are cooked in steam cabinets. Unlike grilling, which seals in fat, this method causes the fat to drip off, but leaves the meat nice and juicy. Blocks of cheddar cheese are also steamed, and spooned onto the cooked meat after it has been placed on a bun. Ted&rsquo;s also serves plain burgers ($3), but owner Bill Foreman says that the vast majority of customers order theirs with cheese. You can also get extra cheese for $1.75. Foreman, who does not flavor the beef before cooking it, says the steaming method produces a healthier burger with a &ldquo;better taste all around.&rdquo;


    
        
            
        
    


Louis&rsquo; Lunch 263 Crown Street New Haven, CT (203) 562-5507Founded in 1895, Louis&rsquo; Lunch (www.louislunch.com) is the oldest continually operating hamburger establishment in the U.S. The restaurant also claims to have invented the hamburger. That claim has been disputed, but its bona fides are pretty strong, and its burgers ($4.50), served on toast, are pretty widely acclaimed. The secret, according to fourth-generation owner Jeff Lassen, is the vertical stoves, built in 1898, used to grill the beef patties. With flames on two sides, and a drip pan below, they cook the patties evenly and allow excess fat to drip off. Louis&rsquo; also cuts and grinds its meat fresh every day. You can get your burgers with onion, tomato and/or cheese. But forget about condiments. No mustard, ketchup or relish allowed. &ldquo;We want you to taste and enjoy [your burger], as opposed to covering it up,&rdquo; Lassen says.
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The Met Burger Bar 1245 Worcester Street, Natick (508) 651-0003When she created The Met Burger Bar within The Met Bar &amp; Grill (www.metbarandgrill.com), owner Kathy Trustman set out to &ldquo;marry the low-brow and common with the sophisticated. It was time for a more sophisticated burger but nobody was doing it,&rdquo; Trustman says. Chef Todd Weiner designed a vertical, double-sided grill for the burgers, so they are never pressed or flipped, and both sides cook at the same time. The menu includes a range of international-inspired burgers, from the Tokyo (Kobe beef, avocado, sticky soy and Daikon sprouts, $14) to the Paris (brie, fried egg, caramelized onion and truffle mayo, $10) to the Barcelona (Serrano ham, Manchego cheese, olive tapenade, $10). There is also a variety of Continental burgers ($9 each) and a vast make-your-own menu with different burgers (beef, turkey, veggie, grilled chicken), cheeses and other toppings (prices start at $8; topping prices vary).


    
        
            
        
    


UBurger 636 Beacon Street, Boston (617) 536-0448Imagine your basic fast-food hamburger chain. Now imagine it clean, with fresh sirloin ground in the restaurant every day, cooked when you order it and delivered to you on a soft, buttered roll. That&rsquo;s UBurger (www.uburgerboston.com), which has become almost a cult favorite since it opened in Kenmore Square in late 2006. You can get your burgers your way &ndash; they call it build-your-own ($3.75 for the burger, plus toppings starting at $.25) &ndash; or their way. &ldquo;OurBurgers&rdquo; include the Cowboy (BBQ sauce, pepper jack cheese, mushrooms, bacon, $4.75), the Yuppie (swiss cheese, mushrooms, bacon ($4.75) and the Stunt Double Cheeseburger (spicy pepper jack cheese, sliced jalapenos, banana pepper rings, $5.95). Since UBurger is practically in Fenway Park&rsquo;s backyard, and since it is baseball season, look for the Big Papi, UBeckett and Grand Slam on the current menu.
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Mister Ups 25 Bakery Lane, Middlebury (802) 388-6724This 30-year-old neighborhood favorite features a casual menu that is long on burgers. Mister Ups (www.misterupsvt.com) has eight different options (starting at $8.25), from the Rajun&rsquo; Cajun to the Cheese it Up&rsquo;s; and customers can create their own combinations. All cheeseburgers use Vermont&rsquo;s own Cabot cheese. Three years ago, in the interest of adding a &ldquo;healthy option,&rdquo; the restaurant began serving bison burgers ($8.99). Bison meat has 70-90% less fat than beef, with more protein and iron. Veggie burgers ($6.25) are also available, all with the same toppings as hamburgers. George Motz might not approve, but many customers love the variety of choices.
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Harmon&rsquo;s Lunch 144 Gray Rd Falmouth (207) 797-9857At Harmon&rsquo;s Lunch (www.harmonslunch.com), a sign behind the counter says, &quot;This is not Burger King. You don't get it your way. You take it my way, or you don't get the damn thing.&quot; The sign was a gift to owner Peter Wormell, but it&rsquo;s no joke. Burgers here are served just as they have been since the eatery opened in 1960 &ndash; fresh ground meat cooked on a flat-topped griddle, with fried onions, sweet pepper relish and mustard on rolls made by a local bakery. Cheese is optional. &ldquo;People come back who haven&rsquo;t been here for 20 years and say, &lsquo;this tastes just like it did last time I was here.&rsquo; That&rsquo;s what you want to hear,&rdquo; says Wormell.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sidebar: Daniel Boulud is far from the only celebrity chef that has a burger on one of his restaurant&rsquo;s menus. New England&rsquo;s own Michael Schlow, chef-owner of Radius, Via Matta, Great Bay and Alta Strada, is the creator of the Schlow Burger, featured on Radius&rsquo; (www.radiusrestaurant.com) lunch and bar menus as the Radius Signature Burger ($17). Made with ground chuck, Vermont cheddar cheese, crispy onions and horseradish sauce, the burger won the Burger Bash People&rsquo;s Choice Award at the 2008 South Beach Wine &amp; Food Festival, laying claim to the title, &ldquo;Best Burger in America.&rdquo; ]]></description>
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	<title>20 Classic New England Diners</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jun 2008 21:22:40 -0400</pubDate>
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Richard Gutman, curator of the Culinary Arts Museum at Johnson &amp; Wales University in Providence, RI, chose these 20 diners to supplement his list of Best 5 New England Diners in the May/June issue of Yankee. 
Scan his list and, if you don't see your favorite, add it in at the &quot;Comment&quot; section below. Good eating all around!
Vermont
The Farmer's DinerTimber Village, Rte. 4 Quechee, VT 05059802-295-46001947 Worcester Lunch CarOwner: Tod Murphyfarmersdiner.comOwner/chef Tod Murphy is a pioneer in the sustainable food movement, serving fresh, organic and local as much as possible. The coffee urns are filled with Fair Trade brew. For once the diner business has a leader, not a follower.
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Chelsea Royal Diner487 Marlboro RoadWest Brattleboro, VT 05301802 254-83991939 Worcester Lunch CarOwners: Todd &amp; Amy Darrahchelsearoyaldiner.comThe original barrel-roofed Royal Diner is now part of a larger restaurant, but even without the counter, the ambiance remains, like icing on the cake of its renowned desserts. Their &quot;high-end home-style cuisine&quot; includes Mexican food Tuesday through Saturday nights. During ice-cream season, don't miss their homemade offerings. 
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Blue Benn Diner318 North St. Bennington, VT 05201802 442 51401948 Silk City DinerOwners: Sonny &amp; Marylou Monroe; daughter Lisa Monroe LaFlammeThe Monroes have serve traditional and innovative diner fare at the Blue Benn since 1974, with vegetarian fare alongside Tex-Mex, daily specials and a wide variety of classic dishes. (They make their own doughnuts.) With only 40 seats, be prepared to wait. 
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Maine
Palace Diner18 Franklin St. Biddeford, ME 04005no phone1927 Pollard DinerOwner: Kyle QuinnOne of two surviving diners built by the Pollard Company of Lowell, MA, this little palace has seating for 15 at stools only. New owner Kyle Quinn said in a Boston Globe interview that his menu remains pretty close to what they served in the 1920s: &quot;Diners have always been about large portions and short prices.&quot; 
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Moody's DinerRoute 1Waldoboro, ME 04572207 832-77851927; built on siteOwner: Mrs. Nancy Moody GentherThis family institution started as a roadside lunch stand more than 80 years ago, and its success has required 16 additions to expand it. If you stay in Moody&acirc;&euro;&trade;s cabins up the hill, you can have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the diner.
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New Hampshire
Daddypop's Tumble Inn Diner1 Main St. Claremont, NH 03743603 542-00741941 Worcester Lunch CarOwners: Debbie &amp; Paul CarterA beautiful, one-of-a-kind Worcester Diner with striking ceramic mosaic tile and porcelain enamel. Scrapple, kielbasa, and baked beans join the excellent home fries as accompaniments to the breakfast fare. Heaping portions -- in the diner style.
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Red Arrow Diner61 Lowell St. Manchester, NH 03101603 626-11181922; built on siteOwner: Carol L. Sheehanredarrow.comOne of the few 24-hour diners in New England, it has also been smoke-free for 10 years. Hash-brown specials with ham, cheese, and onions make a meal out of a side dish. And leave room for the pie. 
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Peterborough Diner10 Depot St. Peterborough, NH 03458603 924-62021950 Worcester Lunch CarOwner: Patrick Healey and Eric FinleyThe beautiful forest-green enamel exterior of this diner perfectly fits its Monadnock Region setting. New owners have rejuvenated the diner, earning the praise of a regular who eats there &quot;at least 10 times a week.&quot; Patrick Healey and Eric Finley are keeping a great place going strong. 
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Massachusetts
Rosebud Diner381 Summer St. Somerville, MA617 666-60151941 Worcester Lunch CarOwner: Bill NicholsA beautiful streamliner restored in 1995 with its traditional diner backbar replaced with an alcohol bar. When you get your eggs Benedict, you can get your bloody Mary, too, and that's a rarity in a New England diner.
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Casey's Diner36 South Ave. Natick, MA 01760508 655-37611922 Worcester Lunch CarOwner: Patrick CaseyOldest and smallest diner (10 stools) still operating. Patrick is the fourth-generation Casey dishing out the renowned hot dogs behind the all-wood counter. Order yours &quot;all-around&quot; and they'll think you're a regular. 
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Charlie's Diner32 West Main St. Spencer, MA 01562508 885-40331948 Worcester Lunch CarOwner: Steve TurnerOnce a Worcester landmark, this family business moved a half-hour west into Spencer, but they brought their good food, wit, and fast service with them. Everything is great here. 
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Shawmut Diner943 Shawmut Ave. New Bedford, MA 02746508 993-30731954 Jerry O'Mahony DinerOwner: Phil &amp; Celeste PaleologosPhil Paleologos is one of the great diner raconteurs, and his customers benefit greatly from his glibness and cuinsine. The linguica (Portugese sausage) is tops. The Shawmut Indian neon sign is a classic. 
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Nest Diner81 Fairhaven Rd. Mattapoisett, MA 02739508 758-36001951 Mountain View DinerOwner: Randy &amp; Barbara St. Johnnestdiner.comA couple who met at Johnson &amp; Wales University, the St. Johns bring culinary excellence to this wonderful diner near Cape Cod. They have a catering business and a homemade chocolate operation, and Randy still finds the time to teach continuing-ed classes at the Rhode Island School of Design. 
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Betsy's Diner457 Main St. Falmouth, MA 02541508 540-00601957 Mountain View DinerOwner: David ChandlerIf you've got time to spare while waiting for the Martha's Vineyard ferry, do yourself a favor and stop at Betsy&acirc;&euro;&trade;s for some fried clams or baked scrod. This lively place is always hopping. 
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Rhode Island
Liberty Elm Diner777 Elmwood Ave. Providence, RI 02907401 467-07771947 Worcester Lunch CarOwner: Carol DeFecianimyspace.com/libertyelmThe Liberty Elm features fresh foods from local farms, Fair Trade coffee, and wireless, to boot. On Sundays there&acirc;&euro;&trade;s live music in the diner&acirc;&euro;&trade;s addition. The &quot;real&quot; food includes real Vermont maple syrup and nitrate-free, antibiotic-free, hormone-free meats. 
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Seaplane Diner307 Allens Ave. Providence, RI 02905401 941-9547c. 1949 Jerry O'Mahony DinerOwner: Bob ArenaNear Narragansett Bay, where there used to be a seaplane dock, this stainless-steel beauty is filled with Providence police, construction workers rebuilding I-95, and locals from all the nearby universities. The calamari with hot peppers (Fridays only) is not to be missed. 
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Collin's DinerRoute 44, Railroad SquareCanaan, CT 06018203 824-70401942 Jerry O'Mahony DinerOwners: Aida &amp; Mike HamzyThe Lebanese Hamzy family has owned Collin's since 1969, and as a result the fare includes hummus, tabouleh, and stuffed grape leaves, along with more predictable daily specials. But the building itself makes a trip worthwhile -- a completely intact World War II-era diner. 
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O'Rourke's Diner728 Main St. Middletown, CT 06457203 346-61011946 Mountain View DinerOwner: Brian O'RourkePossibly the only diner ever given a feature article in Gourmet magazine -- the food is that good -- O'Rourke's recently reopened after it was decimated by fire in 2006. The Middletown locals, including the Wesleyan University community, pitched in to raise the funds to rebuild this landmark eatery. 
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Olympia Diner3413 Berlin TurnpikeNewington, CT 06111203 666-99481955 Jerry O'Mahony DinerOwner: Tasos GavrilisThe Olympia is a gigantic gleaming stainless-steel wonder, surmounted by an incredible neon sign. If they were to reproduce a diner in Las Vegas, this would be the one. Classic food offerings of the Greek diner variety on an expansive menu. Breakfast anytime. 
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Tandoor1226 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511(203) 776-66201955 Mountain View DinerThis classic Mountain View Diner, located near Yale, is a rarity: It serves delicious, creative, and traditional Indian food. No breakfast here. When you want a break from meatloaf and mashed, try the chicken tikka masala]]></description>
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	<title>Request a Free New Hampshire Guidebook</title>
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	<title>50 New Hampshire Trivia Facts</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 24 May 2008 20:48:09 -0400</pubDate>
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    Of the thirteen original colonies, New Hampshire was the first to declare its independence from Mother England -- a full six months before the Declaration of Independence was signed. &nbsp; 
    The highest wind speed recorded at ground level is at Mt. Washington, on April 12, 1934. The winds were three times as fast as those in most hurricanes. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire is the only state that ever played host at the formal conclusion of a foreign war. In 1905, Portsmouth was the scene of the treaty ending the Russo-Japanese War. &nbsp; 
    The first potato planted in the United States was at Londonderry Common Field in 1719. &nbsp; 
    Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr., the first American to travel in space is from East Derry, New Hampshire. &nbsp; 
    In 1833 the first free public library in the United States was established in Peterborough. &nbsp; 
    In the town of Warner the last passenger train stopped on November 4, 1955, and the last freight in 1961. Since then the tracks through town were torn up and sold as scrap iron. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire adopted the first legal lottery in the twentieth century United States in 1963. &nbsp; 
    Cornish Hill Pottery Company handcrafts functional stoneware decorated in the traditions of Early American and European potters with a method known as &quot;slip trailing&quot;. The slip is a creamy mixture of clay and water and is applied to moist, almost hardened pots by hand. The slip contains various colorants, including natural clay colors and metals. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire's present constitution was adopted in 1784; it is the second oldest in the country. &nbsp; 
    On December 30, 1828, about 400 mill girls walked out of the Dover Cotton Factory enacting the first women's strike in the United States. The Dover mill girls were forced to give in when the mill owners immediately began advertising for replacement workers. &nbsp; 
    Levi Hutchins of Concord invented the first alarm clock in 1787. &nbsp; 
    The Irish-born American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens lived and worked in Cornish from 1885 until his death at age 59 in 1907. &nbsp; 
    The Mount Washington auto road at Great Glen is New Hampshire's oldest manmade tourist attraction. &nbsp; 
    In the fall of 1999, the Town of Newbury officially opened a B&amp;M caboose as a visitor center at Bell Cove, Newbury Harbor. &nbsp; 
    Daniel Webster was a politician and statesman, born at Franklin in 1782. He was known in his day as a mighty orator, a reputation preserved in the Stephen Vincent Benet story The Devil and Daniel Webster, in which he beats the original lawyer, Lucifer, in a contract case over a man&rsquo;s soul. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire&rsquo;s State House is the oldest state capitol in which a legislature still meets in its original chambers. &nbsp; 
    Alexandria was the birthplace of Luther C. Ladd, the first enlisted soldier to lose his life in the Civil War. &nbsp; 
    The very first motorized ascent of the Mount Washington auto road was by Feelan O. Stanley, of Stanley Steamer fame, in 1899. &nbsp; 
    Dover was settled in 1623. It is the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire. &nbsp; 
    The karner blue butterfly, lynx, bald eagle, short nose sturgeon, Sunapee trout, Atlantic salmon and dwarf wedge mussel are on the State's endangered species list. &nbsp; 
    Founded in 1866 at Durham, the University of New Hampshire serves an undergraduate population of 10,500 students. &nbsp; 
    The Enfield Shaker community was one of eighteen villages located from Maine to Kentucky and from Massachusetts to Ohio. &nbsp; 
    The quintessential New England community of Wolfeboro is known as &quot;The Oldest Summer Resort in America&quot;. &nbsp; 
    Augustus Saint-Gaudens from Cornish was the first sculptor to design an American coin. His commission became fraught with difficulties related to Saint-Gaudens&rsquo; desire for high relief relative to the demands of mass production and use. &nbsp; 
    America's Stonehenge is a 4000 year old megalithic (stone constructed) site located on Mystery Hill in Salem and presently serves as a leisurely, educational tour for the whole family. &nbsp; 
    The Pierce Manse in Concord is the home of the only New Hampshire citizen ever elected President. Franklin Pierce was a hero of the war with Mexico and the youngest President elected at that time. &nbsp; 
    The Memorial Bell Tower at Cathedral of the Pines in Rindge has four bronze bas-reliefs designed by Norman Rockwell. The bell tower is specifically dedicated to women &mdash; military and civilian &mdash; who died serving their country. &nbsp; 
    The first free public library in the United States was established at Peterborough in 1833. &nbsp; 
    The Bavarian-style hamlet of Merrimack is home to the famous eight-horse hitch, and the Clydesdales maintained by the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. &nbsp; 
    Cannon Aerial Tramway is the first aerial passenger tramway in North America. It was built in 1938 at Franconia Notch. &nbsp; 
    In Holderness Captain Pierre Havre and his canine first mate, Bogie, have built a sailing tour around the locations from the Katherine Hepburn/Henry Fonda movie On Golden Pond. &nbsp; 
    The Christa McAuliffe Planetarium in Concord is a state-of-the art planetarium dedicated to the memory of New Hampshire teacher Christa McAuliffe, who died in the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire's state motto is &quot;Live Free or Die&quot;. The motto comes from a statement written by the Revolutionary General John Stark, hero of the Battle of Bennington. &nbsp; 
    As leaders in the revolutionary cause, New Hampshire delegates received the honor of being the first to vote for the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire has 10 counties, 13 municipalities, 221 towns and 22 unincorporated places. &nbsp; 
    Sarah Josepha Hale author and journalist who wrote the poem &quot;Mary Had a Little Lamb&quot; in 1830 is from Newport, New Hampshire. &nbsp; 
    The Belknap Mill built at Laconia in 1823 is the oldest unaltered brick knitting mill in America. &nbsp; 
    The Blue Ghost of Wolfeboro is the U.S. Mail Boat for Lake Winnipesaukee. It makes a daily 60-mile loop delivering mail to 30 stops at camps and islands around the lake. &nbsp; 
    At Stonyfield Farm in Londonderry you can learn how yogurt is made. From cow to incubator to cooler. They give away samples and you can buy some &ldquo;moo&rdquo; chandise. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire did not officially adopt a state flag until 1909. Prior to that, New Hampshire had numerous regimental flags to represent the state. The present flag has only been changed once, in 1931 when the state's seal was modified. &nbsp; 
    The USS Albacore was a prototype submarine built at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and commissioned in 1953. At the time she was the fastest submarine ever designed. &nbsp; 
    The first capital city of New Hampshire was in Exeter. &nbsp; 
    The granite profile &quot;Old Man of the Mountain&quot; is one of the most famous natural landmarks in the state. The Old Man&rsquo;s head measures 40 feet from chin to forehead and is made up of five ledges. Nature carved this profile thousands of years ago. The natural sculpture is 1,200 feet above Echo Lake. &nbsp; 
    It takes approximately 40 gallons of sap to make approximately 1 gallon of maple syrup. &nbsp; 
    Wallace D. Lovell built the Hampton River Bridge in 1900 called the &quot;mile-long bridge&quot;. It was reputed to be the longest wooden bridge in the world. &nbsp; 
    Captain John Smith named New Hampshire after the town of Hampshire, England. &nbsp; 
    New Hampshire has a changeable climate, with wide variations in daily and seasonal temperatures. The variations are affected by proximity to the ocean, mountains, lakes or rivers. The state enjoys all four seasons. Summers are short and cool; winters are long and cold; fall is glorious with foliage. The weather station on Mount Washington has recorded some of the coldest temperatures and strongest winds in the continental United States. &nbsp; 
    New Castle is the smallest town in New Hampshire. It covers .8 square miles, or 512 acres. The town is composed of one large island and several smaller islands, and serves as a scenic residential and recreational community. &nbsp; 
    The Pembroke Glass Works produced crown window glass from 1839 until 1850. The process of gathering molten glass on a blowpipe, and blowing the glass into a balloon shape. The blowpipe is removed, a solid &quot;punty&quot; rod is attached and the glass is spun rapidly until a disc is formed. When the glass cools the outer portion beyond the central knob is then cut into panes. 
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	<title>Dally and Dine in Kennebunkports Best Restaurants</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:55:31 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[There is no better way to spend a weekend or vacation that to spend it dallying around the region during the day and then enjoying evenings of leisurely dining. There are numerous choices of activities and eateries that are sure to please the preference of every visitor. 
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You do not need to fly anywhere or drive for endless hours to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Kennebunkport, Maine offers it all and is located just a hundred miles north of Boston and only five hours from New York City. The short distance makes it feasible to come to Kennebunkport, if only to enjoy a day of leisure followed by dinner.&nbsp; At times, just a change of scenery and a few hours to explore a new town is all that is needed to be rejuvenated.&nbsp; 
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Kennebunkport is a seaside community that has the coastal New England ambiance that one would expect, while also offering an array of diamond star accommodations, endless miles of beaches, eclectic boutiques, art galleries, and museums.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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If you love exploring new regions and love the ocean, then you will enjoy spending a day visiting local lighthouses. Kennebunk is home to the Goat Island lighthouse, the last manned lighthouse in Maine, and the next to the last to be automated in the United States. There are at least a half a dozen more within a short driving distance of Kennebunkport. 
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The majestic Atlantic coastline is best viewed from out on the water, where the visitor can look back at the rugged rocks, and the sights of people walking dogs, flying kites, running and walking along the sand beaches. The region offers numerous excursions which include whale watching, short schooner sailing trips, puffin watches, and sunset cruises. 
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For those who prefer to enjoy the rich culture of this historic town, a sightseeing tour would be a perfect way to spend the day. The In town Trolley offers 45 minute narrated tours and visits such places as President Bush&rsquo;s estate, the Franciscan Monastery and Spouting Rock. For a minimal fee, you can purchase a day pass and disembark and board as often as you like throughout the day. 
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There are also walking tours available. Scattered throughout the village are places to buy steaming lattes, cocoa, and coffee to enjoy while taking in the wonder of seemingly stepping back to the 1600&rsquo;s. The charm of the quaint brick buildings is not diminished by the 21st Century businesses that dwell within. For those who prefer the more contemporary shopping experience, Dock Square is an excellent place to do outlet shopping. Visitors will not want to bypass the opportunity to enjoy a cone of Ben &amp; Jerry&rsquo;s Ice Cream, made right in New England. 
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Many visitors will come to Kennebunkport to enjoy playing golf on one of the many courses in the region. The Cape Arundel Golf Club is favored by former President Bush and offers tee times for visitors and non-members. Webhannet Golf Club is another excellent choice for avid golfers, and is home to regional tournaments. 
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There are some visitors who desire to enjoy the country setting that surrounds Kennebunkport. A must see is Lightfoot Farms, just outside of town. The farm raises Alpacas, specializing in Peruvian Alpacas.&nbsp; Visitors will enjoy learning about the tradition and rich heritage that accompanies raising alpacas. 
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Some will define &ldquo;dallying&rdquo; as doing nothing more than reading a good book and enjoying time at a Spa. Kennebunkport offers several choices, including The B
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	<title>Worcester snowmobiler badly hurt</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:53:06 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[AUGUSTA, Maine - Maine wardens are investigating separate accidents that left two snowmobile riders critically injured, including a Massachusetts man. 
On Friday night, 40-year-old Glen Zona of Worcester was thrown from his sled when one of his machine's skis went off a trail while he was riding with friends in Dennistown Plantation in Somerset County. 
According to the Maine Warden Service, Mr. Zona was impaled by a root when he landed. He was airlifted to a hospital. 
On Saturday afternoon, 62-year-old Leo Mitsin was critically injured when he was thrown into a tree after his sled hit a stump near his home in Orneville. 
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	<title>Five Ways To Experience Beantown</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:55:48 -0400</pubDate>
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A Boston vacation is a mesmerizing trip through the nation&rsquo;s past and a celebration of its future and center of learning. Here in one city you can experience the start of the revolutionary war, see a coral reef, take a bus on a river, and experience the campuses of MIT and Harvard - and all before dinner.You&rsquo;ll find Boston vacations a refreshing mixture of historic and modern buildings. And what&rsquo;s even better is you can see it all - or most - by foot. That&rsquo;s right the ole soft shoe shuffle. 
You&rsquo;ll save time and see more by walking the streets of Boston. Boston is perhaps one of the most walkable of large American cities.But before you do that I highly recommend an orientation tour first.THE FAMOUS DUCK TOUROne of the best and most unique tours is the Duck Tour ride. This is a popular 80-minute tour for first-time Boston vacation visitors. But be warned, during the summer tours are usually sold out by lunchtime - so make reservations in advance. You can pick-up and buy tickets for the tour at two places: The Museum of Science, and The Prudential Center in Boston&rsquo;s Back Bay.The tour is done in a renovated World War II amphibious vehicle. You get to not only experience Boston from the streets of the city, but also from the Charles River... and without getting wet!That&rsquo;s right, during the tour, the bus you&rsquo;re on will become a boat, and you&rsquo;ll see the beautiful Boston skyline from the river that separates Boston from Cambridge.It&rsquo;s a great tour and you&rsquo;d have to be &quot;quackers&quot; not to do it! Sorry couldn&rsquo;t resist it. THE FREEDOM TRAILThe Freedom Trail is a 2.5 mile easy-to-follow red brick line that links 16 historical sites together around the streets of Boston... and it&rsquo;s free. It starts from Boston Common and winds its way through Boston landmarks such as the State House, Boston Massacre Site, Paul Revere&rsquo;s House, USS Constitution, before ending up at the Bunker Hill monument in Charlestown.If you do the whole walk, plan on at least 2-3 hours for distractions - nice ones though - or better still take the whole day. The trail also takes you through Boston&rsquo;s famed North End, where you&rsquo;ll be sure to return during your Boston vacation to sample the superb Italian restaurants or stroll around this little corner of Italy. THE NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUMAs San Diego has its world famous zoo, then Boston has the New England Aquarium.New England and its coastline have a history of fishing and whaling. But today instead of harpooning whales, New Englanders spend most of their time saving them. And the aquarium is a vital link in the area&rsquo;s ocean preservation movement.The centerpiece of the aquarium is the giant tank. The floors of the aquarium run around the tank and up four levels. At the top you get to peer down into a coral reef and listen as the staff explains about the tank and the fish that live in it.You&rsquo;ll get the answer to questions such as: &quot;Why don&rsquo;t the big shark fish eat the little tasty fish?&quot; or &quot;How old are those huge sea turtles swimming around down there?&quot; Your ticket will include a visit to the Discovery next to the main building, where you can see and learn about sea lions during an amazing show. A few years ago the Aquarium opened an IMAX theater that shows a mixture of sea-related and general science films.A word of warning - this is a favorite Boston vacations attraction for families so it can get crowded. But you&rsquo;ll always get in, even when the ticket line seems to stretch for miles.BEACON HILLBeacon Hill is a popular walk for people on a Boston vacation. Here just off Boston Common you can stroll around Louisburg Square and admire the picturesque block of perfectly preserved residences. This quiet and bewitching area is full of alleys and narrow red brick cobbled streets, where time has stood still for the last century. It&rsquo;s a sheer delight to walk. You&rsquo;ll find walled gardens and an authentic 19th century neighborhood feel. Even the original gas lights remain on streets lined with ancient elms.While many tour buses and trolleys drive through Beacon Hill, the only real way of experiencing it, is by foot. So put on some comfy shoes, take out your camera and breathe in the scenery... its fine.THE CENTER OF LEARNINGBoston has a strong tradition in universities. With MIT and Harvard perhaps the best known worldwide, but with other great colleges such as Tufts, BU, Boston College, and of course Northeastern.MIT and Harvard are just a short train ride across the river. Take the Red Line to Harvard Square and hang-out in the Harvard campus and stroll the grounds, and if everything seems familiar to you, it probably is. Many movies - including Love Story - where filmed here.And come back and visit at night when on a summer&rsquo;s evening street performers are everywhere and you don&rsquo;t have to pay a nickel for some of the best entertainment on your Boston vacation.AND THERE'S MORE...Other places to visit on your Boston vacation are THE J.F.K Library and Museum at Columbia Point in South Boston - and the Boston Harbor Islands, tours to the islands leave from Long Wharf and Rowes Wharf, both located near the aquarium. Boston has tons of things to do and see, and I&rsquo;ve really just started to scratch the surface for you. The rest is yours to discover and as close as your favorite search engine and booking on the Internet.For more details on these and other Boston vacation attractions and to grab your free valuable travel reports go to Cliff's Guide to New England Vacation site at: http://www.new-england-vacations-guide.com/]]></description>
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	<title>Six Great Museums in Southern New England</title>
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The museums listed below have been chosen from each of the Southern New England states. Each is primarily historical in nature and each offers a wealth of information about their core topics. 
The Barnum Museum in Bridgeport, Connecticut, offers a remarkable collection that P. T. Barnum picked up around the world.
Phineas Taylor Barnum, was arguably the greatest showman of all time. He had a knack for finding and exhibiting people, animals and a range of oddities, some of them hoaxes, such as the Feejee Mermaid. While the Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus continues as a living testament to his talent for promotion, he was also a politician and journalist and enormously influential both here in the U.S. and in Europe during the 19th century.
Barnum&rsquo;s own fascination with curiosities strange and bizarre convinced him that his contemporaries of the era were likewise captivated and he set out to make collecting and displaying same his career.
Much of what he collected, the story of his life and the stories of other museums he&rsquo;s started appear in this remarkable museum.
The Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Nature Center, located in Mashantucket, Connecticut, has collected, cataloged and meticulously chronicled bygone cultures, giving new life to a tribe that struggled hard against extinction. In fact, it offers more resources and learning opportunities vis-a-vis all Native Americans than does even the Smithsonian.
There's great and reverent balance at The Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth, Massachusetts. It's not just about the English Colonists (Pilgrims), the first Massachusetts settlement or The First Thanksgiving.
The curators have taken great care to place emphasis on the important role the Wampanoag Native People played in the opening scene of American history. 
The site comprises six major attractions: The 1627 Pilgrim Village; Hobbamock's Homesite; The Mayflower II; Nye Barn; Thanksgiving: Memory, Myth &amp; Meaning, a special exhibit; and the Crafts Center.
The 1627 Pilgrim Village has been recreated in minute detail and the staff, in period dress, goes about their daily activities as if the Plantation was still the epicenter of the New World.
Likewise a historical site, Old Sturbridge Village, in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, brings the early to mid 1800s to life vividly, with considerable detail and historical accuracy. Here one can learn about the emphasis on the agrarian lifestyle that characterized much of the nation during the period. Each building was brought to the site from around the region to make up a village typical of the period in rural New England. 
Much more than a museum or historical site, Sturbridge Village is quintessentially New England in its essence and character. It can deliver a powerful learning experience at the old village, provide a wonderfully romantic weekend or fully satisfy the insatiable curiosity of an ardent site seer.
To some people, freedom comes in the form of an automobile or airplane, but to sailors, sitting at the helm of a sailboat, be it a sailing dinghy or 12-meter, the freedom involved trumps that provided by cars and any other form of transportation going away. If sailing were a religion, then The Herreshoff Marine Museum in Bristol, Rhode Island, is Jerusalem, the Vatican and Mecca combined.
The name Herreshoff is synonymous with sailing in many circles by virtue of the designs the family has conceived. It's a name that equates to excellence in sailing vessels and generations have sailed and raced Herreshoff boats.
While boats, model boats, designs, history and sailing are the focus of the museum; it's also the repository of all things relating to the America's Cup.
Finally, if you're in Newport, Rhode Island, taking a stroll along Cliff Walk is a must. It will take you along a path that snakes between some of the biggest and most beautiful mansions in the world, and the ocean.
The Vanderbilts, who built their fortune in the railroad industry, were icons in Newport society and prodigious builders in the city.
Frederick W. Vanderbilt built Rough Point, an enormous English Manorial house in 1889 on one of the choicest pieces of real estate on the East coast. It's on a windswept promontory whose rocky shore juts into the Atlantic.
James B. Duke, who made two fortunes, one in electric power and the other in tobacco, was the benefactor of Duke University. He purchased Rough Point in 1922, but died in 1925 after bequeathing much of his enormous financial empire and Rough Point to his daughter Doris, a twelve-year-old and only child.
She lived at Rough Point periodically throughout her life. But, instead of living extravagantly, blissfully unaware of the needs of others, Doris became an enormously generous philanthropist.
At just 21 years of age, she established Independent Aid, which became the Doris Duke Foundation. Throughout her life she supported medical research and was a child welfare advocate. By some estimates, she donated as much as $400 million dollars to worthy causes, often anonymously.
Rough Point is a trip back in time to the Gilded Age with a remarkably divergent art collection and is well worth a visit.]]></description>
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	<title>Vacationing in Maine</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2008 16:24:59 -0400</pubDate>
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You've never been one to use &quot;summer&quot; as a verb, no, that habit is reserved for wealthy patricians with sailboats, perfectly tousled hair, and gorgeous children who all look alike. You've also never taken a quick weekend during the winter to escape holiday stress and cold weather doldrums, as you just have too much to do. Just because you consider yourself a regular person who takes regular vacations, if any, doesn't mean that you wouldn't feel more than comfortable heading to Maine for a few days. Its welcoming atmosphere and surprisingly varied activities make it a gold mine for travelers looking for relaxation and rejuvenation, so fight the urge to stick to stereotypes and discover this New England charmer of a destination.
The heat of the city and the forever-unshakable feeling that you should be spending your summer months on a break from all responsibilities always have you pining for the perfect warm weather jaunt that will at least temporarily relieve the stresses of the adult world. You want to go somewhere hassle-free and laid-back yet somewhat exciting, and you're kind of over the whole anonymous-beach-getaway-thing. You want personality and a good bargain, which makes Maine look better and better by the minute.
Maine, with its maritime roots and agrarian background, is down-to-earth yet sophisticated in an accented, zest-for-life kind of way. The people are friendly yet set in their ways, and the physical surroundings are rock-steady in their simple and understated beauty. Plan a tour of one of the four scenic byways and you'll see what we mean; from archeological points of interest to recreational set-ups perfect for picnics or a game of Frisbee, you'll be able to enjoy, among other things, the coastline, the old-growth forests, and an impressive range of shops, restaurants, and wildlife sightings. 
If getting closer even closer to the water is what floats your boat, sign up for a whale watching cruise or hop aboard a yacht for some sightseeing. The peninsulas and outlying islands of Maine are picturesque, and inland lakes and ponds will whet your appetite for waterskiing or a leisurely pontoon cruise. Don't let 5,500 miles of coastline and 6,000 fresh bodies of water go to waste while you're here, and don't worry, boat shoes and polo shirts aren't necessary to have a good time.
In a land that sees its fair share of cold and dreary weather, come summertime, you know that there's going to be an air of celebration. The locals know how to squeeze every drop of wonderful-ness from their short and sweet springs and summers, so follow their lead and live like there's no tomorrow. A number of festivals and special events will get you in the mood, and will expose you to unmatchable delights like fresh blueberry pie, lobster bakes, and a number of art and music events. Native American and French influences, along with an eternal connection to the sea and the distinctive landscape, combine to make the Maine experience unlike any other.
Continuing on your way down the path of Maine's ample vacation offerings, be sure to save some time for Aroostook State Park where you can fish for trout or take a hike. Several lighthouses will lead you up the coast and add to your collection of landmark snapshots, and an assortment of museums will put the history of this state into perspective. Learn a little or a lot, either way you'll return from this trip feeling changed for the better.
Of course, Maine is also worth seeing in its winter splendor, so if skiing or snowshoeing through the countryside is your idea of fun, consider heading north when the weather cools and the days shorten. There's also tobogganing, sleigh rides, shopping, and hot cocoa drinking near a roaring fire, so plan to alternate between exhilarating frostiness and cozy warmth to cover all your winter vacation bases. 
Yet to be mentioned but not to be missed is autumn in Maine. The trees smolder with reds and oranges, putting on a brilliant display before shedding their leaves for a quiet winter. Driving through the country would be an especially smart decision at this point in time, as would booking accommodations that face a grove of especially flashy trees. Imagine settling back on a comfy couch in front of a picture window and letting the ebb and flow of nature wash over you.
There are literally hundreds of Maine Vacation Rentals to choose from that would make your trip a delight during any season. Come explore the features of this versatile and idiosyncratic state, letting yourself withdraw from one hectic world to join one that's a bit easier to handle. 
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	<title>Vermont Skiing</title>
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Why skiing? Because it is not only enjoyable, but is a great way of fitness: skiing is a great form of exercise requiring a level of skill, balance, and flexibility. Skiing is also great way to strengthen and tone several muscle groups. What can be such a big fun like skiing? The mountains, the views, the blue sky and breathing clean mountain air&hellip;unless you are in an indoor sky slope in Dubai. But if you would like to have real adventure, go outside.Vermont is New England's winter sports capital and Vermont Ski Areas attract thousands of skiers every ski season. It is not an exaggeration that Vermont has the hottest skiing resorts in the eastern US. You can explore the best ski and snowboard resorts in the eastern US in Vermont.Vermont is a very important feature of U.S. ski history. The first alpine ski lift in America was in Woodstock, and many Vermont Olympians have lifted ski medals on the podium. Cross-country skiing caught on at the Trapp Family Lodge and telemark skiing began its renaissance here. Vermont is home to the first U.S. Olympic gold medal winner in nordic skiing, Bill Koch, as well as outstanding alpine skiers such as Betsy Snite, Andrea Meade, Suzy Chaffee, Billy Kidd and several members of the Cochrane family. The Green Mountain State is a heaven for ski apostles of all tastes and experience levels.If you would like to go to a very well equipped and large area, try Killington first: this place offers the most skiing ... Killington is the largest ski &amp; snowboard area in the East. Killington offers most variety of terrain served by the East's highest capacity lift system. Six interconnected mountains and nearby Pico Mountain, provide unparalleled diversity of skiing and the greatest vertical in New England. Snowboarders are drawn to the challenge of the longest terrain park in the East.Killington also features nearby lodging, convenient services, family activities, some of the best ski shops in New England. Within the region there are also a variety of shopping delights -- factory outlets, antique shops, artisan workshops, craft fairs and rustic country stores.You'll find easy access to the resort by ground transportation services or by resort shuttle systems. You'll have a great experience if you visit Vermont, don't miss it! 
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	<title>A Skiers Guide to New Hampshire Skiing Vacations</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:11:23 -0400</pubDate>
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There&rsquo;s a downhill mountain, or backcountry touring area, perfect for your New Hampshire skiing vacation in this article. Come join me - the skiing is great! Whether you desire the adrenalin rush of a difficult and fast black double diamond... 
Or schussing down gentler slopes to enjoy the scenery &ndash; it&rsquo;s here. 
Or maybe you seek the exhilarating experience of &ldquo;breaking trail&rdquo; through the backcountry... 
Or touring away from the crowds &ndash; well, it&rsquo;s here as well. 
And if you&rsquo;re looking for New Hampshire skiing for the family, then you&rsquo;ll find mountain areas tailor-made for you, with kids schools and snow tubing parks. 
New Hampshire is a paradise for skiers. 
And getting to the ski areas is quick and simple from major arrival cities in southern New England. 
The state really stays on top of keeping the roads plowed and cleared - because New Hampshire skiing is big business for the state. 
Here a quick list of the major downhill ski areas operating in the 2004-2005 season split into regions - and be sure to read the sections for Cross Country and Mount Washington skiing that come later: 
 Northern New Hampshire Skiing: Black Mountain, Bretton Woods, Cannon Mountain, The Balsams, and Wildcat. 
Central New Hampshire Skiing: Attitash, Dartmouth Skiway, Loon, King Pine, Mount Cranmore, Tenney Mountain, Waterville Valley 
Southern New Hampshire Skiing: Crotched Mountain, Gunstock, Mount Sunapee, Pats Peak, Ragged Mountain 
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Most of the high peaks for New Hampshire skiing are in the White Mountains in the northern region. 
You&rsquo;ll find snowboarders welcome at most of the resorts listed here. This is a popular and rapidly growing snow sport - and big business for the resorts. 
And you'll also find snow tubing parks, especially at the more family focused areas. Some are only open at the weekends, so be sure to check before you head out for your day of slippery fun! 
Here&rsquo;s my experience and impression of the New Hampshire ski resorts I&rsquo;ve skied: 
Downhill Skiing
Pats Peak really focuses as a family destination and is particularly well equipped for those still learning to &ldquo;stay upright&rdquo; and learning the sport. 
I was introduced to downhill skiing at Pat&rsquo;s Peak 21 years ago, and it's still going strong, and a popular ski resort for all skill levels. 
Snow Tubing is very popular here, and so reservations are recommended. Check their web site for hours of operation. Pats Peak has night skiing. 
Mount Cranmore is another area that caters for the family and especially kids. When we visited it was mid-week and not a vacation period. 
One of my sons had a group lesson that turned out to be a 2-hour individual lesson &ndash; a great deal for him and me! 
I found the staff at MT. Cranmore very friendly and low key, especially with kids. 
Be sure to try out their tubing park. It&rsquo;s only open at weekends but it&rsquo;s got seven lanes, lighting, and the snowmaking capability keeps it operating in top condition. Great fun for all the family. 
Mount Cranmore only has night skiing on Saturday and select vacation periods. 
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Attitash is two mountains &ndash; Attitash and Bear Peak. You can ski between the two or take a shuttle. Both mountains have gorgeous views from their summit areas. 
I found the trails more challenging when I skied than other mountains. But you&rsquo;d expect that, as 75% of the trails are &quot;more difficult&quot; to &quot;double black diamonds.&quot; If you&rsquo;re looking for a challenging New Hampshire skiing day then Attitash could be your paradise. 
I stayed at Attitash Mountain Village resort when I went. It&rsquo;s a condo type village right at the base of the mountain. Heck, you can even walk to the chair lifts.  Wildcat Mountain lies to the east of Mount Washington on route 16. 
On clear days, skiers at Wildcat enjoy a magnificent view of the Tuckerman and Huntington ravines on Mount Washington. 
The summit at Wildcat is 4,000 feet. And it has all types of skiing levels down from the top. 
Wildcat has a 4-passenger gondola to take you to the summit - not only a nice way to travel up the mountain, but something you can't experience too often skiing in the Northeast. 
Like Attitash it&rsquo;s got some real challenging trails. 
Bretton Woods is my favorite New Hampshire skiing area. The first time I skied there I felt I&rsquo;d come home. It&rsquo;s a classy mountain with a large amount of terrain, and a great lodge. 
The owners maintain it&rsquo;s now the largest ski resort in New Hampshire. 
I remember lounging near the lodge fire after a great day&rsquo;s skiing and it snowing outside. I just wanted to stay at Bretton so bad, but had to drive back to Boston after the end of a perfect New Hampshire skiing vacation day. 
Hey, we all have one of those tales don&rsquo;t we? 
If the valley is clear you'll have a great view of the Mount Washington Hotel while skiing. But don't take your eyes off the trail for too long! 
Cross Country and Nordic Skiing
At one time I used to do more cross country skiing than downhill. It&rsquo;s not quite so demanding on the knees and it's a great way to keep fit. 
New Hampshire has some excellent Nordic skiing terrain. However, most of it is up north. 
While snowmaking equipment is available on just about every New Hampshire skiing resort, for cross-country trails Mother Nature still has to supply the base goods. And the reality is that the further north you go, the more &quot;natural&quot; snow falls. 
And that&rsquo;s what you need for great Nordic skiing. 
Some of the mountains I&rsquo;ve already mentioned have cross-country skiing available. Namely Attitash and Bretton Woods. Waterville Valley also has touring trails but I haven&rsquo;t done those yet. 
But if you&rsquo;re in the area of North Conway then you must check out the Jackson touring center, in Jackson, NH. 
You&rsquo;ll find miles of groomed trails of all abilities, as well as ungroomed trails for real touring. They also have snowshoeing trails. I don&rsquo;t have my own XC equipment anymore so I always rent from the touring center. 
The trails go over open fields and so dress in layers. 
The Mount Washington area in winter can be real windy and bitterly cold. But once you get into the woods it&rsquo;s gorgeous and calm. You just can&rsquo;t get any closer to nature than skiing in the backcountry. 
Now before I cover travel and accommodation in the region, there&rsquo;s one more special New Hampshire skiing area I want to cover&hellip; 
Mount Washington
I was a bit dubious about writing a piece on Mount Washington for a New Hampshire skiing vacation page. After all it&rsquo;s not what springs to mind when you think &ndash; &ldquo;Hey let&rsquo;s go to New Hampshire and Ski for a week!&rdquo; 
But here you&rsquo;ll discover why it may be worth a special trip to sample this type of skiing vacation. 
Let&rsquo;s start with the newest of New Hampshire skiing terrains&hellip; 

Hey, Look What They're Doing With The Cog!
You&rsquo;re going to love this&hellip; 
Up until 2004 if you wanted to ski Mount Washington then you waited until spring and did the &ldquo;Tucks&rdquo; thing &ndash; more on that later. 
But now you've got another option&hellip; and it&rsquo;s pretty exciting and unique. 
The cog railway that runs up to the summit of Mount Washington is owned and operated by the same people that own the Bretton Woods ski area. And thanks to them you&rsquo;ll be able take the cog railway up to a beginner and an intermediate trail. 
You&rsquo;ll arrive at Marshfield base station and take the quick ride up to an elevation of 3,800 feet for the intermediate slope. 
Just imagine skiing down the slopes alongside the cog train as it returns to base. The wind on you face and the smell of steam and coal burning all around you. 
Now okay, maybe not the extreme skiing you&rsquo;ll get at &ldquo;tucks&rdquo;, but you don't have to wait until spring, and it&rsquo;s still one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences. 
And with the gentle slopes you&rsquo;ll find the whole family can experience it. 
For more information click here for the cog railway ski train. And now if you want something completely different for your New Hampshire skiing vacation, introducing&hellip; 

The Super Bowl - or Tuckerman Ravine
 I just can&rsquo;t do a page on New Hampshire skiing and not say anything about Tuckerman Ravine &ndash; or &ldquo;Tucks&rdquo; as it&rsquo;s affectionately known. 
But it&rsquo;s far from your average downhill skiing venue... as you&rsquo;re going to find out. 
If you&rsquo;ve already visited my special Mount Washington page then you know how special this mountain is to me. But there I don&rsquo;t talk about skiing. The focus is on summer and fall activities. 
But winter and spring is a very different environment on Mount Washington. 
It&rsquo;s a world of avalanches and bitter cold, and danger for the inexperienced hiker. In fact skiing in Tuckerman Ravine is only a spring event - most seasons March through May. 
In winter the threat of avalanches are too great. 
But if you want to ski Tuckerman, then you&rsquo;d better be prepared to hike and expend some serious energy. You&rsquo;re going to be carrying everything you need with you &ndash; ski equipment, food, and cold weather gear from Pinkham Notch visitor center. 
Pinkham Notch visitor center is on route 16, 15 miles north of North Conway. 
This is natural skiing with no grooming and no chair lifts or toe ropes. But if you&rsquo;ve read this far then you guessed that anyway, right? 
So why do it? 
Well, take another look at the picture of &ldquo;The Bowl.&rdquo; There&rsquo;s nothing else like it in the Northeast. 
And the fact is when most resorts for New Hampshire skiing have closed their doors for the season&hellip; Mount Washington has just &ldquo;opened&rdquo; hers. 
And for extra benefit it&rsquo;s FREE and there&rsquo;s no lift lines! 
 There are a few basics you should know. 
To ski this area you should be comfortable taking any trail on a regular lift-serviced area. 
This isn&rsquo;t a place to let your ego show through or kid yourself about your skiing ability. 
Be fit. 
You&rsquo;ll be carrying everything you need for protection and skiing, and sustenance in (and out) with you, on your back. 
And you&rsquo;ll be hiking for on average three hours before you do any skiing. 
Be prepared to hike the trail you ski so you know the terrain down. 
To get great information on what you&rsquo;ll need on the mountain and how to better prepare for your trip click here You'll find an interesting typographical map of the area by clicking here. For much more information on skiing, climbing, and hiking in the Tuckerman and Huntington Ravines click here. Travel &amp; Accommodation
You&rsquo;ll find lodging choices at many New Hampshire skiing areas, although they tend to get filled for the season quickly. But my preference is to stay in a central location near to my favorite ski mountains. 
North Conway is one of my favorites because it&rsquo;s close to Bretton Woods and Wildcat, and many more ski areas. North Conway and New Hampshire has many great inns and bed and breakfasts to choose from.Acknowledgement: The Mount Washington Observatory gave kind permission for the use of some of the photos on this page. To learn more about the Mount Washinton Observatory click here. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:00:57 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:58:49 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:57:29 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:55:18 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:53:05 -0400</pubDate>
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	<title>The History Of Maple Syrup In The United States</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:58:03 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[While there are many interesting and wonderful stories about the origin of maple syrup, there are no authenticated accounts of how the process was discovered. One of the most popular legends involves a Native American chief who discovered the clear liquid sap seeping from a tree he had stuck his tomahawk into. As the day got warmer the sap seeped into a cooking pot on the ground. The chief&rsquo;s wife, after tasting it and discovering it tasted quite good cooked his meat in it. The chief was so impressed with the sweet taste of the maple meat he named it Sinzibudkwud which means &ldquo;drawn from trees&rdquo;. Native Americans still quite often use this word when referring to maple syrup.
Soon they discovered that cutting or (wounding) a maple tree in early spring caused it to ooze a sweet clear liquid that could be processed into a sweet product they found to be delicious. Most stories probably have been modified over the years, but the discovery of maple syrup most likely was accidental.
Over the years they learned they could gradually reduce the sap to syrup by repeatedly freezing it, discarding the ice, and stating over again. They could store up to 30 pounds of maple sugar in containers made of birch bark.
Eventually some of the Native American tribes began to process the maple sap over fire. The women would migrate to the maple groves or &ldquo;sugar bushes&rdquo; during early spring to process the maple syrup. They made troughs in which they collected the sap and brought it to the fire. The sap was heated by adding heated stones. Freshly heated stones would be added while removing older cooler stones to be reheated. Most early Native Americans preferred sugar over salt and used maple syrup or sugar on their meat and fish.
Early settlers imitated the Native American methods to make their maple syrup. They would boil the sap over an open fire until it reduced down to syrup. It takes about 40 gallons of sap to make 1 gallon of syrup, which was a labor intensive and time consuming operation. Not much changed for the next two hundred years, and then during the civil war the tin can was invented. It wasn&rsquo;t long before syrup makers discovered that a large flat sheet of metal could make a much more efficient pan to boil maple sap than the previously used heavy rounded iron kettle.
Most original syrup makers were dairy farmers who made maple syrup and sugar for their own use, or a little extra income during the off season. They continually looked for a more efficient and faster way to make their syrup. Many innovative ideas and processes evolved over the years, but for the most part technology stayed the same for another century. In the 1960&rsquo;s it was so labor intensive and time consuming it was no longer possible for small farmers to sustain themselves. They could not afford to hire the large number of people required to tap the trees and haul the small buckets to the evaporator house.
Finally with the energy crunch of the 1970&rsquo;s another surge of technological breakthroughs occurred. Tubing systems were developed, and vacuum pumps added to draw the sap directly from the trees to the evaporator house. Pre-heaters were that &ldquo;recycle&rdquo; heat that previously was lost were developed, and reverse-osmosis filters that remove a portion of the water out of the sap before it is boiled were developed.]]></description>
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	<title>Sox prompted to place Schilling on DL</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2008 18:37:05 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[FORT MYERS, Fla. -- As inevitable as it was, the Red Sox still had to make it official. They did so on Thursday morning, placing right-hander Curt Schilling on the 60-day disabled list.
Schilling, trying to bounce back from right shoulder woes, has been limited to strictly indoor exercises this spring. 
There is no timetable for the 41-year-old Schilling to get on a throwing program. It's all a matter of how he responds. 
The best-case scenario is that the big righty could return around the All-Star break. 
Schilling is planning on joining the Red Sox next week for their trip to Tokyo, where they will open their season against the A's. 
The Red Sox were prompted to make the move with Schilling on Thursday because they needed to clear a roster spot for right-handed reliever Lincoln Holdzkom, who was brought back to the organization as a free agent. 
Holdzkom was selected by the Phillies in last December's Rule 5 Draft. However, the Phils -- as is their right -- offered him back to the Red Sox. 
But Holdzkom opted for free agency, as was his right, and the Red Sox have signed him to a Major League contract. He reported to Fort Myers on Thursday. 
Holdzkom split his 2007 season between Double-A Portland (4-1, 3.47 ERA) and Triple-A Pawtucket (1-0, 1.59 ERA). 
The Red Sox made some other roster moves on Thursday, optioning right-hander Devern Hansack and outfielder Jonathan Van Every to Triple-A Pawtucket. 
In addition, the Sox returned non-roster invitees Lee Gronkiewicz, Michael Tejera and Jon Switzer -- all pitchers -- to Minor League camp. 
Ian Browne is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.
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	<title>Top 5 Things You Need To Know About Ordering Live Maine Lobsters</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2008 06:26:19 -0400</pubDate>
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As every New Englander knows, Live Maine Lobsters are best eaten at home while wearing an old shirt, with a dish of melted butter and a stack of napkins within reach. Add some fresh clams, corn-on-the-cob, steamed potatoes, and an ice-cold beer, and you have a classic New England party on your hands. But what if you can&rsquo;t buy lobsters at your local supermarket, or you are having a party and don&rsquo;t want to deal with assembling all of the various things you&rsquo;ll need for your lobster meal? Following are the top 5 things you need to know about ordering live maine lobsters online. 
1. How should live Maine lobsters be shipped?Lobsters should be shipped so that they arrive alive, if possible. Overnight shipping is key, so look for FedEx, DHL, or UPS overnight shipping to be standard with your order. For the packaging, look for a combination of different materials including an insulated air box, ice packs, wet newspapers, and sometimes wet seaweed. You&rsquo;ll naturally need cooking instructions as well, in addition to plenty of bibs, wet naps, lobster cracking utensils, and ramekins for melted butter for everyone, so look for those items to be included in your order as well.
2. How should you store the lobsters upon arrival?We recommend that the live lobsters be shipped to an address where someone can both sign for and refrigerate them as soon as they are delivered. Keep the live lobsters wrapped in the wet newspaper and seaweed used for packaging (this will help to keep their gills moist) and refrigerate them. The lobsters will stay alive for about 24 hours after you receive them. Do not cover the lobsters with ice or submerge them in water, for this will suffocate them.
3. What size lobsters should I buy?Usually, people order one lobster per person for a dinner portion. Lobsters are sold by their individual weight, and the general rule is that a 1-pound lobster is ideal for a child, while a 1 1/2-pound lobster is ideal for an adult.
Approximate live-weight to cooked-meat guidelines:
&bull;Four pounds of live lobster will yield approximately 1 pound of cooked meat.&bull;A 1 to 1 1/4 pound lobster (also called a chicken lobster) yields about 4 ounces of cooked meat.&bull;A 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pound lobster will yield about 5 ounces of cooked meat.&bull;A 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pound lobster will yield about 6 ounces of cooked meat.&bull;A 2+ pound lobster will yield about 8 ounces of cooked meat.
4. What is the best way to cook a lobster?Lobsters can be cooked every which way and, although they always taste great, probably the best cooking method is steaming. Not only is steaming easier than grilling, saut&eacute;ing, or baking, but unlike boiling, steaming doesn&rsquo;t log the lobsters with water as they cook (making them messy to eat). Some like to kill the lobsters before steaming while others like to add the lobsters to the steaming pot while still alive &ndash; this is your choice and there will be no discernable difference in the taste or texture of the meat.
Steaming InstructionsPot size is important here. A 4- to 5-gallon pot (also known as a lobster pot) will hold up to roughly 8 pounds of lobsters at a time. Bring about 2 inches of water to a boil over high heat in a large pot set-up with wire rack, pasta insert, or steaming rack. Add the lobsters, cover, and return the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to a medium-high and steam the lobsters until they are done, following the chart below. Serve immediately with warm butter and lemon wedges.
Approximate Steaming Times:Hard-shelled lobsters need to steam for a few more minutes than soft-shelled lobsters. To determine whether a lobster is hard-shell or soft-shell, gently squeeze the side of the lobster's body; a soft-shell lobster will yield to pressure while a hard-shell will feel hard, rigid, and tightly packed.
1 Pound Lobster:8 to 9 Minutes (soft-shell)10 to 11 Minutes (hard-shell)
1 1/4 Pound Lobster:11 to 12 Minutes (soft-shell)13 to 14 Minutes (hard-shell)
1 1/2 Pound Lobster:13 to 14 Minutes (soft-shell)15 to 16 Minutes (hard-shell)
1 3/4 to 2 Pound Lobster:17 to 18 Minutes (soft-shell)about 19 Minutes (hard-shell)
5. What is the best way to eat a lobster?Eating a lobster can be sloppy. Here is how to get the most meat out of your lobster with the least amount of mess. But no matter how you choose it eat the lobster, don&rsquo;t forget the melted butter and plenty of napkins.
1.Twist the tail to separate it from the body.
2.Twist off the tail flippers &ndash; don&rsquo;t overlook the small, tender bites of meat in the flippers.
3.Use a fork or your finger to push the tail meat out through the wide end of the tail.
4.Twist the claws and knuckles off the body.
5.Use the cracker provided to crack each claw and knuckle, then use a fork or your finger to extract the meat. Continue to crack open the shell as needed to access the meat. There is a thin piece of cartilage lodged in the claw that needs to be removed before eating.
6.Twist the legs off of the body &ndash; the leg meat can be hard to remove, but it is very tasty. Crack the legs open at their various joints, then simply suck the meat out while using your teeth to help. Alternatively, lay the legs on a cutting board, and firmly roll a rolling pin from the bottom of the leg upward to force the meat out. A good pair of kitchen sheers also does the trick.]]></description>
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	<title>A Great Place To Take The Family</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2008 06:24:26 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Visiting Maine can be quite an experience. The major airports to fly into the region are normally Portland, ME, Bangor, ME, Manchester, NH or Boston, MA. Researching your trip normally means selecting your areas of interest from the following regions.
&bull;Southern Maine Coast
&bull;Katahdin - Moosehead
&bull;Greater Portland &amp; Casco Bay
&bull;Maine Lakes &amp; Mountains
&bull;Kennebec &amp; Moose River Valleys
Many people who enjoy seafood like to eat their way through the state. You&rsquo;ll find delightful shore dinners in rustic setting. Traveling along the coast, just find a beautiful harbor and you&rsquo;ll find dozens of restaurants. Many of them right on the pier where the Maine lobsters are brought in by boat.
Maine is a 4 season vacationland with lots of activities to Enjoy. Here is a list of many travelers enjoy during a Maine vacation. In the winter time many small and large ski areas enjoy a variety of visitors from all around the world. Skiing, snowmobiling, and tubing are fun for the whole family.
&bull;Hiking
&bull;Camping
&bull;Biking
&bull;Golf
&bull;Boating
&bull;Beaches
&bull;ATV
&bull;Museums
&bull;Scenic Drives
&bull;Dog Sledding
&bull;Lighthouses
&bull;Whale Watching
&bull;Snowmobiling
&bull;Horseback Riding
&bull;Hunting
&bull;Antique Shopping
&bull;Festivals/State Fairs
&bull;Rafting
&bull;Ice Skating/Ice Fishing
&bull;Salt &amp; Fresh Water Fishing
&bull;Moose Watching/Wildlife
&bull;Ocean/Lake/Rivers
&bull;Alpine &amp; Nordic Skiing/Snowboarding
Maine has one National park called Acadia National Park. It is on Mount Desert Island. This 35,000-acre park is graced with natural scenic beauty. You&rsquo;ll find 120 miles of hiking trails and 27 miles of carriage trails. Acadia National Park is best known for its pine-covered forests and rugged coastline, and Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the United States Eastern Seaboard.
Maine also has 32 state parks.The largest of Maine's state parks is Baxter State Park just north of Millinocket. It is about 375 square miles and is home to Maine's highest peak, Mt. Katahdin. The 32 state parks range in size from a couple of acres to several square miles. They can be found in the mountains, near lake and the on the coast. There's one state park on an island accessible only by private boat
Food, festivals and fairs with lobsters, seafood shore dinners and BBQs are found everywhere. Along the coast you can choose Isle Au Haut or Vinalhaven Island. The Islands of Casco Bay, or take the ferry to Nova Scotia. Visit York, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport then the long beach at Old Orchard Beach for sun worshipers. Visit the city of Portland, and see the Old Port and forts. Shop L.L. Bean in Freeport, visit Boothbay Harbor and Camden or Rockland. See Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, on Mt. Desert Island. Drive or hike the North Maine Woods and see Mt. Katahdin or Moosehead Lake. Also Rangeley Lake and Height of Land, Bethel, Sunday River, Bridgton, and Naples can make your adventure awesome!]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:58:19 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:55:48 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:53:46 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:52:01 -0400</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:50:27 -0400</pubDate>
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	<title>Boston Weather</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 19:40:10 -0400</pubDate>
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	<title>Honeymooning In The State Of Maine</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:31:25 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Getting married is truly one of the momentous moments in your life unless you are Liz Taylor! Honeymooning in Maine should be the icing on your momentous occasion.
Maine's slogan is &ldquo;Vacationland&rdquo;, and once you have been there you'll see why. This beautiful New England state offers miles of picturesque shoreline, quaint fishing towns and gorgeous lighthouses. Beautiful in the summer when the beaches are warm and inviting, or in the fall when the trees change color, honeymooning in Maine can be a romantic and unique way to usher in your new life.
Choosing Maine for your honeymoon can be a great alternative to the usual tropical honeymoon spots. If you prefer hiking to sunbathing, and fresh air, clean water and lobster to tropical drinks, Maine is a great choice for your romantic trip. Bar Harbor, Maine, is one town that's known for its inviting atmosphere and great accommodations. Bar Harbor is an island, and it's located in &ldquo;Downeast&rdquo; Maine, surrounded by the breathtaking views of Acadia National Park. This township is 45 square miles large, giving you plenty of room to explore the beauty of Maine while not feeling overly crowded (the population of Bar Harbor is only 4500!). Easily reachable by car, Bar Harbor is isolated enough to feel like a relaxing spot, but close enough to cities such as Bangor (50 miles away) that flying into the area is easy.
One Bar Harbor destination that's perfect for honeymooning is Clefstone Manor. Built in 1884 and located on &ldquo;Millionaire's Row&rdquo;, this mansion is one of only a few that survived a devastating fire that took place in 1947. The honeymoon packages here include amenities such as a welcome gift basket and complimentary bottle of champagne, with a three night minimum stay.
Another spot in Bar Harbor that's perfect for honeymooning is the Bass Cottage Inn. Built in 1885 during the Golden Age of Bar Harbor, this inn offers 10 guest suites complete with whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. The &ldquo;Honeymoon Sweet&rdquo; package offers fresh flowers, complimentary champagne, king size beds and even a muffin basket packed with delicious baked goods to enjoy before breakfast, with a three night stay minimum (prices vary according to season).
If you'd prefer something a little different for your first trip as man and wife, honeymooning in Maine is a great choice. Explore the beauty of New England's coastline, swim in the Atlantic Ocean, and hike the mountains of Acadia National Park &ndash; all while staying in a town known for its hospitality and charm.]]></description>
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	<title>Maine Camping At Camden Hills State Park</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:28:46 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Camden Hills State Park campgrounds is nestled at the foot of Mt Battie and is at the shores of Penabscot Bay. This is a great place for hiking, biking, climbing, (on and off the road), fishing, and kayaking.
This park is also known for its own merits. Camden Hills State Park is deceptively large. US 1 brings you into the park and all you can see is the ranger station and Mt Battie Auto Road with a large open field to the right. If you see an RV don&rsquo;t backup just go on forward, this place definitely deserves a closer look. Venture on into the park farther and you will see the wilderness atmosphere you seek.Camden Hills State Park has two loops within the campground. Camping sites 1 throw 63 are in the first loop just off to the right as you come into the park. The camp sites here are closer together, there are still camp sites that provide a sense of solitude. In this first loop there are 8 to 10 camp sites that are favorites. These sites are best suited to pitching tents and they are a little smaller and make nice, cozy spots to camp.
The inner loop contains sites 103 throw 105 also has good camping sites for tents. Just past the inner loop, has fewer sites than the first loop, with lots of space in between. When you first arrive at Camden Hills, drive this loop and check out sites 93 through 91 and 86 through 84, 78 through 76, 74, 70.
This will bring you to 71 through 81 also leads to the trailhead for the Mount Megunticook trail, a one hour hike of about 1 mile.
Camden Hill camp grounds are cut from fairly dense, mixed deciduous and coniferous forest. In some camp grounds the pine needles out number the leaves, the visitors are treated to an amazing olfactory gift. Camden Hills State Park has a smell of musty balsam perfume of the forest and the briny tang of the ocean in the same breath when the conditions are just right.
Camden slogan is where the Mountains meet the sea. Nowhere is that theme more concretely embodied than at the state park. The number for information is 207-236-3109, 207-236-0849, 1-800-332-1501, Camden Hills State Park is open year around but call for reservation first. There are 107 camp sites with fire ring with grate and picnic table, call to find out about pets, alcohol, and fees.]]></description>
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	<title>Camping At Camden Hills State Park</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:27:45 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Camden Hills State Park campgrounds is nestled at the foot of Mt Battie and is at the shores of Penabscot Bay. This is a great place for hiking, biking, climbing, (on and off the road), fishing, and kayaking.
This park is also known for its own merits. Camden Hills State Park is deceptively large. US 1 brings you into the park and all you can see is the ranger station and Mt Battie Auto Road with a large open field to the right. If you see an RV don&rsquo;t backup just go on forward, this place definitely deserves a closer look. Venture on into the park farther and you will see the wilderness atmosphere you seek.Camden Hills State Park has two loops within the campground. Camping sites 1 throw 63 are in the first loop just off to the right as you come into the park. The camp sites here are closer together, there are still camp sites that provide a sense of solitude. In this first loop there are 8 to 10 camp sites that are favorites. These sites are best suited to pitching tents and they are a little smaller and make nice, cozy spots to camp.
The inner loop contains sites 103 throw 105 also has good camping sites for tents. Just past the inner loop, has fewer sites than the first loop, with lots of space in between. When you first arrive at Camden Hills, drive this loop and check out sites 93 through 91 and 86 through 84, 78 through 76, 74, 70.
This will bring you to 71 through 81 also leads to the trailhead for the Mount Megunticook trail, a one hour hike of about 1 mile.
Camden Hill camp grounds are cut from fairly dense, mixed deciduous and coniferous forest. In some camp grounds the pine needles out number the leaves, the visitors are treated to an amazing olfactory gift. Camden Hills State Park has a smell of musty balsam perfume of the forest and the briny tang of the ocean in the same breath when the conditions are just right.
Camden slogan is where the Mountains meet the sea. Nowhere is that theme more concretely embodied than at the state park. The number for information is 207-236-3109, 207-236-0849, 1-800-332-1501, Camden Hills State Park is open year around but call for reservation first. There are 107 camp sites with fire ring with grate and picnic table, call to find out about pets, alcohol, and fees.]]></description>
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	<title>Maine Fishing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:22:24 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Maine offers a wide range of fishing opportunities in both freshwater and saltwater environments. Boasting over 6,000 lakes and ponds coupled with over 30,000 miles of rivers and streams, Maine is host to some of the best fishing spots in the world, and as a result is a hugely popular destination for fishing enthusiasts from around the globe. With superb saltwater fishing available on the east coast and freshwater and fly fishing available inland, Maine has something to suit every level of angler, from the absolute beginner to the seasoned professional. Freshwater fishing venues are home to a wide variety of species, including the Brown Trout, White Perch and Landlock Salmon to name a few. Those newer to fishing may find tackling these a little daunting at first, though there is arguably no better place to start out from. Combine this with the stunning scenery that surrounds many of Maine's premier fishing spots, and you are left with a unique fishing experience that is unmatched by any other location. Maine is particularly well known for its saltwater fishing, and enthusiasts are very well catered for. The waters around the 7,000 miles of coastline are home to a wide variety of fish, with Bass and Salmon particularly popular catches for saltwater anglers. Perhaps the best way to enjoy fishing off the coast of Maine is by boat, and there are countless organized trips available for those to get the most out of their fishing trip. Fly fishing is also very popular, and another reason that many fishing enthusiasts flock to Maine each year. Bitterly cold temperatures and heavy snow aren't enough to keep keen anglers away either, with ice fishing particularly popular during the winter months. Again, a variety of fish can be caught including Salmon, various Trout, Bass and Whitefish. If you're unfamiliar with the area or new to fishing, Guides are available that will gladly advise you on where to fish and even on what equipment you need if you're looking to start out. Taking advantage of the knowledge and experience of these life-long fishing enthusiasts will help you make the most of your trip and save valuable time when it comes to finding the perfect location. In short, Maine offers some of the best fishing locations in the world. Whatever your fishing preferences, Maine has a location that is perfect for you.]]></description>
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	<title>Fishing In Maine</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:20:53 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Maine offers a wide range of fishing opportunities in both freshwater and saltwater environments. Boasting over 6,000 lakes and ponds coupled with over 30,000 miles of rivers and streams, Maine is host to some of the best fishing spots in the world, and as a result is a hugely popular destination for fishing enthusiasts from around the globe. With superb saltwater fishing available on the east coast and freshwater and fly fishing available inland, Maine has something to suit every level of angler, from the absolute beginner to the seasoned professional.
Freshwater fishing venues are home to a wide variety of species, including the Brown Trout, White Perch and Landlock Salmon to name a few. Those newer to fishing may find tackling these a little daunting at first, though there is arguably no better place to start out from. Combine this with the stunning scenery that surrounds many of Maine's premier fishing spots, and you are left with a unique fishing experience that is unmatched by any other location.
Maine is particularly well known for its saltwater fishing, and enthusiasts are very well catered for. The waters around the 7,000 miles of coastline are home to a wide variety of fish, with Bass and Salmon particularly popular catches for saltwater anglers. Perhaps the best way to enjoy fishing off the coast of Maine is by boat, and there are countless organized trips available for those to get the most out of their fishing trip.
Fly fishing is also very popular, and another reason that many fishing enthusiasts flock to Maine each year. Bitterly cold temperatures and heavy snow aren't enough to keep keen anglers away either, with ice fishing particularly popular during the winter months. Again, a variety of fish can be caught including Salmon, various Trout, Bass and Whitefish.
If you're unfamiliar with the area or new to fishing, Guides are available that will gladly advise you on where to fish and even on what equipment you need if you're looking to start out. Taking advantage of the knowledge and experience of these life-long fishing enthusiasts will help you make the most of your trip and save valuable time when it comes to finding the perfect location.
In short, Maine offers some of the best fishing locations in the world. Whatever your fishing preferences, Maine has a location that is perfect for you.]]></description>
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	<title>Maine Casinos</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:17:09 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[While visiting Maine and exploring all that this glorious state has to offer, tourists may be surprised to find that there are two Maine casinos in existence. The Maine casinos, the Hollywood Slots in Bangor and the Penobscot High Stakes Bingo Casino offer gambling entertainment for you to enjoy during your stay in the naturally gorgeous state of Maine. Further, in addition to the two Maine casinos, the state of Maine is home to two racetrack facilities, the Bangor Raceway and the Scarborough Downs. Thus, both tourists and residents of Maine have the opportunity to make their gambling experiences complete.
The Hollywood Slots Casino is located in Bangor Maine and offers offer 475 different slots to choose from. Of the Maine Casinos, the Hollywood Slots Casino is relatively new and Maine officials are pleased with its arrival. Additionally, the Hollywood Slots Casino offers guests the opportunity to dine at an All You Can Eat American Buffet in Miller's Restaurant, located on site. Thus, visitors and tourists can dine and gamble until their hearts content at Hollywood Slots.
Alternatively, among the Maine casinos tourists will find that the Penobscot High Stakes Bingo Casino rests in Old Town and it is a casino owned by Native Americans that offers Pull Tab gambling in addition to Bingo gaming. Therefore, if the slots offered at Hollywood Slots do not appeal to you, the offering at Penobscot High Stakes Bingo Casino may.
Meanwhile, in addition to the Maine casinos, for those individuals looking for alternative gambling entertainment, Maine is home to two racetracks. Bangor Raceway is a seasonal operation that is open during the months of May through July and with a nominal entrance fee, visitors can get in on the harness racing action. Alternatively, the Scarborough Downs is open year round, every day, from noon until midnight. Again an entrance fee applies, and visitors can enjoy harness racing, live racing, and service at the Scarborough Club House.
Of course, while one is in Maine, they would do themselves a serious injustice if they failed to visit some of Maine's historical attractions in between their visits to the Maine casinos. Maine is home to the splendid Pine Haven Winter Park, Moose Point State Park, the Farnsworth Art Museum, the Rockin' Horse Stables, the Carousel Music Theater, the Cap'N Fish's Whale Watch, and York's Wild Kingdom, just to name a few of the many incredible destinations in Maine.]]></description>
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	<title>Things to Do in New England</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:47:35 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[New England is one of the most beautiful regions of the country. I have been there many times, mainly with my family. My parents used to rent a house up at Cape Cod every summer, where my sister and I would stay with them. I have also been to Boston many times. Some other fun places to visit in New England are the islands of Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard as well as Acadia National Park in Maine. Cape Cod is beautiful, especially in the fall when all the trees change color. I have never been there in the fall but I've been there many times in the summer with my family, when it's also quite pleasant. The cape runs about 30 miles north along the Atlantic coast and has some nice beaches. Provincetown is right on the tip of the cape. This is a fun town with lots of hip youngsters and some fun shops. Boston is one of my favorite cities in the United States. I have been on the Freedom Trail twice, which passes by several important buildings pertaining to the American Revolution, including Fanneuil Hall, an old market, as well as the North Church, where Paul Revere began his famous ride. Fanneuil Hall contains Durgin Park, one of my favorite restaurants, with superb prime rib as well as some exquisite clam chowder. A trip to New England would not be complete without visiting Maine. I was in Maine with my family for a week and ate lobster every day. Lobster is so cheap in Maine that you see hamburger stands which also sell lobster. Acadia National Park is a beautiful spot in Maine, well worth the trip up there.]]></description>
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	<title>New England Travel</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:47:12 -0400</pubDate>
<category>Best of New England</category>
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	<description><![CDATA[Away from modernization and technical advancements in present America there is a place, New England best known for its rich historical importance and exotic natural beauty. New England plays a very important role in the making of what America is today. The history here is full of proud tales relating to revolutions and fight for independence of the country. Such powerful history of the region adds to the tourist attraction of this place. New England in presently well known for opportunities of outdoor games and activities that it offers. The location and geographical structure of the country makes it an ideal spot for water games, skiing, hiking, rafting, golf and many other physical activities. Almost all the cities in New England are famous for the facilities the offer for food, lodging, sightseeing, physical sports and a rich cultural extravaganza. Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Boston, New Hampshire, Maine are some of the more popular cities. Apart from the sports facilities New England also has a scope for nightlife, historical museum, and elaborate parks. The country offers mouthwatering recipes in its cuisine. The food habits are inspired by the ancient traditions but are well adapted to suit the modern platter. There are exquisite restaurants throughout the country to satisfy one&rsquo;s palate. Adding to the attraction of New England is the shopping options presented here which makes it rightly a shopper&rsquo;s paradise. Articles like jewelry, gift boxes, fine art, souvenir, prints and posters are all immensely popular at this place. New England has a well-developed air transport system connecting all its domestic cities, other important cities in America and the world at large. One can find a suitable flight schedule easily by checking with the air ticketing office. Even the airports in most cities of New England are very well equipped and cover a large area. Cities like Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire have wide opportunities for family entertainment. The amusement parks there offer great entertainment by way of kiddy rides, paddleboats, wooden roller coaster rides, etc. With such variety of attractions New England is a favorite of all ages be it an old, the adult or the young ones everyone can find a reason to cherish the place. The zoo, oceanic beauty and aquariums in many popular cities are an added treat for the traveler. The zoo here is amongst the largest in world and is inhabited by the most unique and very diversified animals gathered form around the globe. The sea creatures which one sees here is amazing, the varieties found are marvelous the sight beneath the ocean is beyond the visualization unless one actually visits the place. The beaches that extend to miles and offer an exotic view of the ocean are an added advantage to the popularity of this place. Symbolic of New England are the covered bridges that are great attraction for the tourists visiting the cities here.]]></description>
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	<title>Fall Foliage in New England</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:46:52 -0400</pubDate>
<category>Best of New England</category>
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	<description><![CDATA[Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island are the states for fall foliage in New England. A fall leaf tour can include them all. Farm visits are almost mandatory. One of the largest at 145 acres and best developed agribusiness locales is Cider Hill Farms, 45 Fern Avenue just one mile north of Amesbury Massachusetts (phone: 978 388 5525). About 35 miles north of Boston this farm, once featured on the PBS program The Victory Garden, grows an incredible variety of apples. The grounds are visitor friendly with walking paths, picnic area, farm store and planned activities. Accommodations are plentiful with a Fairfield Inn by Marriott n