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Loon Pond, Acton SANFORD AREA Sanford and the surrounding towns of Springvale, Acton, Alfred, Lebanon, North Berwick, and Shapleigh, love to share their communities with visitors. Just minutes from the scenic beaches of southern Maine, Sanford is a perfect day- trip destination. The Sanford region offers ample opportunities for outdoor fun: access to freshwater lakes, ponds, and rivers for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and water skiing; nearly 25 miles of beautiful recreational hiking and biking trails; and the Sanford Lagoons—one of York County Audubon’s premier birding sites, with over 225 species of wild birds recorded throughout the year. Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport offers spectacular sightseeing flights that let you see Maine’s famous coast from a whole new perspective—and everyone gets a window seat, so bring your camera for vacation photos that will wow everyone back home. Sanford’s pick-your-own farms are a great way for the whole family to get out and get hands-on with their food, take a hayride, or meet some friendly farm animals. Seasonal offerings include strawberries, blueberries, apples, and much more. The Sanford Farmers’ Market offers fresh produce and local crafts, and Sanford’s three homemade ice creameries are not to be missed! Sanford is a tight-knit hometown community that loves to share its traditions with visitors. The Sanford Mainers, members of the New England Collegiate Baseball League, play in beautiful, historic Goodall Park, where Babe Ruth hit his final home 38 A TheMaineBeaches C @ TheMaineBeaches # themainebeaches