For many Memorial Day Weekend signifies the start of summer. However, far too often we forget the true reason for the holiday. Memorial Day is a time to honor those that have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War, to remember […]
In celebration of the state of Maine’s birthday this week, we are paying tribute to its larger than life resident, Paul Bunyan, the legendary lumberjack known for his great strength. Oh sure Minnesota claims Bunyan came from their neck of the woods. However, it is in Maine where the tallest Paul Bunyan statue in the […]
Over the weekend, parts of the country experienced a “once in a generation cold snap.” The subfreezing temperatures tested even the hardiest of Mainers, weather records were broken, and scientists at the Mount Washington Observatory in New Hampshire recorded it as the coldest place in the world. Thankfully temperatures have since warmed up and are […]
Yesterday I told you about the two dogs who accompanied the Pilgrims on their adventure settling Plymouth. They weren’t the only dogs to be mentioned in the primary sources by William Bradford and Edward Winslow. According to them there were “ten good dogs” living at a fishing outpost. In fact, these dogs were living in […]
In November 1620 the Mayflower arrived in New England with 102 passengers, an estimated crew of 30 people, and 2 dogs. Today we salute those brave pups, who after a voyage of 66 days found themselves exploring a strange new world. In his journal, Of Plymouth Plantation, William Bradford was strangely silent on the contributions of these […]
Last week we shared with you the the history of the decisions made at the Burnham Tavern, that eventually led to the Battle of Machias in 1775. Today we continue that tale with a visit to Fort O’Brien in Machiasport, Maine. Following the residents’ rising up to seize a British naval vessel, and fatally wounding […]
Nestled in downtown Machias, in the state of Maine, is a rather unassuming old house. Not unlike many others found across the state, it has an historic marker along a busy road that is often ignored by tourists headed to more exciting places, and taken for granted by local residents as they go about their […]
Klondike Mountain in Lubec, Maine is a short hike with an almost unobstructed 360 degree, spectacular view. More of a hill at 150 feet in height, the summit loop trail is just half a mile. But don’t let the short distance fool you, it is a steep and difficult climb, and not recommended for all […]
For those who have never had the pleasure of asking for directions in the state of Maine, we have a popular saying, “You can’t get there from here.” I’ll pause while you all read that out loud in your best impersonation of a Maine accent. Normally Asa and I share dog friendly places to explore. […]
On June 14, 1777 the Second Continental Congress officially adopted the United States of America’s flag. At the time, they resolved that “the flag of the United States shall be of thirteen stripes of alternate red and white, with a union of thirteen stars of white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.” Therefore, […]
