Maine

By: Qua’Fayshia Ransom

Long Sand BeachLook out to the Nubble

Light from Long Sands Beach, a 2.4km swath of sand. Like most Maine beaches, it is

grand at low tide, but at high tide, it shrinks to a sliver. When the tide's out, Long Sands is a playground for

castle builders, kite flyers, and frisbee and ball games; when

it turns, the waves attract surfers. Backing the beach is a

street lined with lodgings, restaurants and shops, handy for grabbing lunch or beach

toys. Bring quarters: metered street parking is 25¢ an hour.

Afterwards, visit the lighthouse and get ice-cream at Brown's.

York’s Wild Kingdom Located in York Beach, Maine has something to offer every

member of the family. Each year more than 200,000 people come

to visit the largest zoo and amusement park in the area.

With exotic animals from around the world, YORK’S WILD

KINGDOM is recognized for its rare species and knowledgeable

curators.Offering a variety of family rides,

paddle boats, miniature golf course, a petting zoo, scenic picnic grounds and even a

Haunted House. Educational learning sessions take place

throughout the day and a special member of the zoo Rewa—

Maine’s only White Bengal Tiger—will amaze and delight the

child in everyone! Don’t miss the Butterfly Kingdom!

Colonel Buck's Monument

In the town of Bucksport, Maine, you'll find a tomb

memorial for Col. Jonathan Buck, one of Bucksport's

founders and a veteran of the Revolutionary War, who died

on March 18, 1795. The monument was later erected

in 1852 by Buck's grandchildren. What makes

this monument extra noteworthy is the lore behind

the mysterious "footprint" located on it. One tale says the footprint appeared as a

result of a curse uttered by a suspected witch whom Buck sentenced to death. Whether

any of the folklore surrounding the monument is true, it still makes for an interesting stop for monument enthusiasts.

Maine State MuseumMaine was one of the first

states to initiate the concept of a state museum, but it

took over 120 years to demonstrate that consistent support and proper facilities are vital for success. After

the District of Maine separated from

Massachusetts in 1820 and settled in the new capital of

Augusta, the state's government began to

explore its newly independent domain more aggressively. But finding

things is much easier than preserving and interpreting

what has been found.

The Maine Mall

Everything you need to help you make the most of your vacation time. Easily find what you're looking for.

Search or browse our mall directory. Sales and great

deals for you and your family from our retailers.

Fisherman’s Dock & Union Bluff Hotel

• The Fishermen's Dock Cooperative on Channel Drive in

Point Pleasant Beach is one of two active fishing cooperatives in New

Jersey. Incorporated as a cooperative in the early 1950s,

the Co-op (as it is known locally) is an integral part of the

waterfront community of Point Pleasant Beach. Many of the Co-

op's members are sons of the original founders. Several are

third or fourth generation commercial fishermen.

•The Union Bluff Hotel has been keeping a watchful eye over the

shores of Short Sands Beach since 1868. Back then, guests arrived

by horse drawn carriage and steam train with their trunks

packed for a month long stay. The feeling of the Bluff's old-world charm remains just as strong

today.

Baxter State ParkWhether you're planning a

relaxing picnic or a challenging outdoor

adventure, you'll be sure to find your perfect destination among

Maine's 30 state parks. Your choices include parks

where you can swim in the ocean or a lake, hike up a mountain or through the woods, or bike along

rail-trails ranging from 15-20 miles to 80 miles long. You can also camp at 12

of the state's parks—some of which are even

open for winter camping.