As there are special accommodations being
arranged for the athletes, there should be ample supply
of accommodations for fans.
While in the area take time to visit some of the
many locations that exhibit art. Each month there are
several businesses and galleries that participate in the
First Friday Art Walk with new exhibits, refreshments,
musical entertainment and an opportunity to meet
artists. The hardiness of Aroostook County residents is
evident in the fact that these First Friday events are year
round. Weather has not been a factor in the 5 years since
this event began, although we may take a break in January if New Year’s Eve is near the weekend.
We are always looking for new and aspiring artists
to exhibit during these events. There are amazing local
artists who have exhibited and sold work each month.
No matter what the season, local restaurant, hotel,
cabin and B&B hosts are happy to welcome you and
provide great meals. Staff in local restaurants is always
willing to adapt the menu to serve your taste.
Quoggy Jo in Presque Isle and Bigrock Mountain in
Mars Hill offer alpine skiing for all ages.
Later in winter there are sled dog races, ice fishing
tournaments and more going on in Aroostook County.
Don’t forget the Bluegrass Festival that is held in Presque
Isle mid winter. The sounds of good bluegrass liven up
some of the coldest days of the year!
The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce has
joined in an old tradition of vehicles joining a caravan
through the North Maine Woods to guide people to
Quebec City, Quebec for the world renowned Carnavel!
The Caravan leaves Portage Lake the second weekend
of February and travels over the company roads to the
Quebec border. You are likely to see wildlife, off-road
forestry trucks hauling huge loads and have time to enjoy the beauty of Northern Maine that is not available to
most.
More information on the 2016 Maine-Quebec
Winter Carnival Caravan can be found on the associated
facebook page or from the Central Aroostook Chamber
of Commerce at [email protected] or
(207) 764-6561.
Aroostook County is the home of some great things
to see, do and enjoy. Come visit any time of the year
and the local residents will be happy to make you feel at
home.
LEFT: Adults and children alike enjoy
the slopes at Bigrock Mountain in
Mars Hill.
BELOW: During the annual Maine-Quebec Winter Carnival Caravan, a group travels through the North Maine Woods to
go to the world’s largest Winter Carnival. Vehicles travel from Ashland, Maine to Quebec City, Quebec on a logging road.
Winter carnival actvities include amazing snow sculptures, dances, sleigh rides, dogsled races, snow slides, sleigh rides,
a night parade, and more. RIGHT: The lead coordinator for the trip on behalf of the Chamber is Sarah Brooks, shown
here with Maine Guide Jim Dumond, who leads the group on the trip through the woods.
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