The Maine Thing is:
Where original people perfectly complement the beauty of this place. Explore and discover what the Maine Thing is all about. So be inspired. Be adventurous. Be yourself. Discover your Maine Thing.
With thousands of miles of ocean coastline, thousands of miles of rivers and streams and thousands of lakes and ponds, there's a lifetime of paddling opportunities here, whether you choose to go by canoe, kayak or raft.
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Maine is lucky enough to be one of only a few states in the U.S. that have a sizeable moose population. The best time to spot them is at dusk and dawn from mid-May through July.
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Fishing in Maine is a way of life and an obsession common to thousands who travel to experience the hospitality of Maine outdoors. Come discover the difference.
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Register to win one of four amazing getaway vacation packages to a place where you can be adventurous, be inspired and above all, be yourself.
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Upcoming Events
Search All Events- Maine Windjammer Parade
- July 12, 2013
- The Moxie Festival
- July 12–14, 2013
- Forest Heritage Days
- August 10–11, 2013
- Outdoor Sporting Heritage Day
- August 13, 2013
- Crown of Maine Balloon Fest
- August 22–25, 2013
- The Piscataquis Heritage Hot Air Balloon Festival is from May 31 to June 2 - a great fun, family event! t.co/GO9TO1iGYI
- Vote for Bangor & help get Benjamin Moore to paint the building facades on Main Street in Downtown for free! t.co/C8m0ygP7Rl
- June 1 - Maine Free Family Fishing Festival in Bethel w/ free casting instruction in stocked trout pond! t.co/D1rQFhUZUQ
