Monthly Archives: November 2024

The First French Settlement in Maine: Saint Croix Island

Editor’s Note: While we continue to fix some glitches here, and Asa recovers from his surgery, please enjoy this tour stop from earlier this fall in Calais from Asa’s World Tour of Maine. Next week once again the Pilgrims will be taking center stage on Thanksgiving. Now don’t get me wrong, I appreciate all they […]

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Asa’s Official UAPP Report

Hello, Dog Ufologist Report Line? First time caller, long time listener. I’d like to report a UAPP. Chuck Billy: Asa, I’m impressed you’re using the official term used by the military, NASA, and other government agencies for UFOs of UAP – Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, but you have an extra “P.” Asa: Oh! It’s not a […]

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Right Place, Wrong Time, Belgrade, Maine

After visiting Vienna, Asa’s World Tour of Maine next rolled into nearby Belgrade. First settled in 1774, it was incorporated as Belgrade in 1796, named after the largest city in Serbia, and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe and the world. However, exactly why that name was chosen for this Maine town remains a mystery […]

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Vienna, Maine Waits for You

As Billy Joel once sang, “When will you realize Vienna waits for you?” Well wait no longer! This week’s stop on Asa’s World Tour of Maine takes us to Vienna! Settled in 1786, and incorporated in 1802, Vienna, Maine is named for the capital of Austria. Why that name was chosen by Daniel Morrill, who […]

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Dog Safety During Deer Hunting Season

Don’t be so quick to put away your orange clothing, now that Halloween is over. Deer hunting season officially begins in Maine, as well as other states. Many of the dog friendly trails we’ve reviewed allow hunting. Therefore, here is our annual reminder to wear blaze-orange and other safety precautions to take when hiking with […]

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