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WINTERTIME FUN
DELIGHT IN WINTER’S SNOWY BLISS.
In The County, flakes start falling in November and often stick
around well into what the rest of the world calls springtime.
Those early winter months around the holidays come with opportunities for
shopping, some hearty down-home dining, and more than a few chances to
check out the holiday events taking place in communities from Houlton to
Madawaska (page 18). After the New Year, visitors f lock to The County to
take advantage of the deep snow, manicured trails, and magnificent winter
vistas. Take a ride along our back roads, byways, and trails. Each turn through
our snow covered landscape is a delight for the senses—keep a keen eye out
for eagles, snowshoe hare, and perhaps even an elusive Canada lynx.
Everyone who visits The County comes with a different taste for adventure.
Don’t allow age or skill stop you from enjoying the thrill of pulling on your
boots and playing in some of Maine’s most beautiful outdoor places (page 10).
Nordic skiing and snowshoeing enthusiasts will find solitude amid the
forested trails that crisscross our region (page 22), especially in the vast
tracts of public reserved land or in the delightful trails found throughout
Aroostook State Park. Three different mountains welcome downhill skiers
once the snow f lies, and at the other end of the thrill-seeking spectrum,
over 2,300 beautifully groomed miles of trails offer endless days and nights
of snowmobiling thrills (page 24).
The County is uniquely suited for a winter vacation spent with close friends
or family. Rent a lakeside house or classic cabin with big sky views, comfy
couches, and a crackling fire (page 52). Out on the lake, there’s sure to be a
ice fishing shack all decked out with what you need to pull a few “monstahs”
out of the frozen waters (page 16). If you’ve never been out on the ice before,
consider hiring a Registered Maine Guide to run you through the basics
(page 34). Then crack on the radio and kick-back and catch up while togue
(lake trout) and salmon see what’s on the menu.
When evening arrives, try to spot an owl during a starlight snowshoe hike
through the woods or stay up late for the chance to experience firsthand the
eerie green and aura-like northern lights (page 27).
Visit our website for more information about winter activities in the region.
VisitAroostook.com
VisitAroostook.com
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