2017 Visitor's Guide

YARMOUTH A traditional New Englandmain street with a beautiful parkway along the picturesque Royal River, a sheltered harbor, and a commercial base on Rt 1—Yarmouth epitomizes the best in Maine commu- nities. In mid-July, the annual Clam Festival is a fam- ily-friendly event featuring carnival rides as well as of local food, music, and crafts, and amusement rides.

GORHAM Home to the University of

CUMBERLAND Known for top-tier recreation facilities, including the Val Halla Golf and RecreationCenter, in addition to miles of trails. The Cumberland Fair features agricultural competitions as well as horticultural exhibits, harness racing, and plenty of food the last week in September. A charming one-room schoolhouse dating from 1853 serves as a meeting place andmuseum.

FREEPORT Although famous for its world-class shopping, Freeport is alsoapicture- perfect destination for outdoor adventure. Get a taste of everything fromfly-fishing to snow- shoeing at L.L.Bean OutdoorDiscovery Schools (neither advance registration nor equipment needed!) or head toWolfe’s Neck Woods State Park for woodland hiking trails along Casco Bay. Dine in style and stay at a variety of inns to land evenmore bargains the next day.

POWNAL Just inland from

NO. YARMOUTH A beautiful rural town with spacious open lands and historical character, distinguished by its Christmas tree farms, orchards, green- houses, and organic farms. Alpacas, sheep, cows, and horses all call North Yarmouth farms home, and residents say life travels at an enjoyably slow pace here. Summertime concerts on the Village Green and Fun Day each fall bring townsfolk together.

Freeport with its many attractions is the small rural town of Pownal, whose town center, Mallett Hall, is listed on the National Historic Register. Pownal is home to glacier sculpted BradburyMountain State Park where families, horseback riders, mountain bikers, snowmobilers, and snowshoers enjoy exploring trails, taking in the vista from the summit, or picnicking under lush foliage.

Southern Maine, this college town welcomes visitors to enjoy their art gallery, attend shows, cheer on NCAA Division III teams, or just stroll around campus. South Street Historic District boasts a wide collection of restaurants, shops, and historic homes. live musical and theatre

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