Saint Croix Island International Historic Site

Saint Croix Island is the 1604 site of the first French attempt to colonize the territory they called l'Acadie and the location of one of the earliest European settlements in North America. Members of a French expedition led by Pierre Dugua, intending to colonize North America, settled the island in 1604. Seventy-nine members of the expedition, including Samuel Champlain, passed the severe winter of 1604-1605 on the island. Thirty-five settlers died, apparently of scurvy, and were buried in a small cemetery on Saint Croix Island. In spring 1605 the survivors left the island and founded the settlement of Port Royal, Nova Scotia.

Location: The site is located eight miles south of Calais, Maine, on U.S. Route 1, and can be reached either by Route 9 from Bangor or U.S. Route 1, the coastal route from Portland and points south. The parking lot is located on the left after entering the mainland site.

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Appalachian National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail (A.T.) is a 2,175-mile long footpath stretching through 14 eastern states from Maine to Georgia. Conceived in 1921 and first completed in 1937, it traverses the wild, scenic, wooded, pastoral, and culturally significant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. The Appalachian Trail is a hiking trail, enjoyed by an estimated 4 million people each year. It is within a day's drive of 2/3rds of the U.S. population. People of all ages and abilities enjoy short walks, day hikes, and long-distance backpacking journeys. It offers a variety of opportunities for viewing spectacular scenery, for exploring, for adventure, for exercise, for nature study, and for renewal.

Location: From Maine to Georgia

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Northern Maine Museum of Science

The Mission of the Northern Maine Museum of Science is to support science education in northern Maine by means of exhibits and programs, educational field experience on nature trails, scientific collections for research, and educational programs for educators and students. Our commitment is to create links between the University and the Northern Maine community that enhance the general public's understanding and awareness of science. At the museum you will see exhibits on Biology and Geology, Physical Science, Chemistry, Botany, Agriculture, Forestry, Astronomy and Mathematics.

Location: Located at Folsom Hall at The University of Maine at Presque Isle on south Main Street.

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York Maine

The town of York is a beautiful southern Maine town that has managed to retain its historic heritage better than most. York is actually a sprawling area of 66 square miles within which there are four distinct communities: York Village (often referred to as "Old York"), York Beach, York Harbor, and Cape Neddick. Within these four communities a visitor can see not only some of the most spectacular views and beaches on the Maine coast, but some of the most well-preserved and authentic historic buildings and sites.

Location: York, ME

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Moosehead Lake

Nestled among forested mountains, Moosehead Lake stretches as far as the eye can see until its blue is swallowed by the dark green of the trees. There are over 80 islands in the lake, the largest being Sugar Island. Towns that border the lake include Greenville, Maine to the south and Rockwood to the northwest. Mount Kineo, with 700 foot (200 m) cliffs rising straight up from Moosehead Lake, has attracted visitors for centuries, from early American Indians, to 19th century "rusticators," to today's hotel guests. Various species dwell among its cliffs and talus slopes, including peregrine falcons and rare plants. Whether you're seeking to go fishing, hunting, camping, white water rafting, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, exploring, skiing, snowmobiling, golfing, sailing, photography, viewing wildlife or just taking in the natural beauty of the region, it's all here.

Location: Off Maine State Route 6/15 in Greenville, ME

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