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, […]
