Visitor's Guide 2015

and offers plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the sunshine. Outdoorsmen and shopaholics will be equally comfortable vacationing here, which is just one of the many things that makes Freeport so unique. Driving into downtown Freeport, it’s impossible not to notice the vast and bustling strip of restaurants and stores, many of which occupy historic homes and buildings. National companies like Tommy Hilfiger and Cole Haan offer great fashion at factory prices alongside a mix of locally-owned boutiques. Whether you are searching for dress shoes or a sundress, you may find a new favorite on Main Street, or just around the corner. Whilemany visit L.L.Bean to stock up on boots, sweaters and jeans, Freeport is also home to the L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery School, which offers seasonably priced classes in everything from snowshoeing and fly-fishing to kayaking and paddle boarding. In the summer, L.L.Bean hosts its Summer in the Park live music series, hugely popular events that are free and open to the public. Various themed weekends devoted to outdoor sports and hobbies are offered throughout the year, as aremore specific and family-friendly events, like the Freeport Fall Festival, Sparkle Celebration in December, and Flavors of Freeport in February.

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Of course, outdoor adventures aren’t limited to the center of town. Venture a few miles east and you’ll find yourself in the calming green acres of Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park. Beautifully maintained trails meander through forests, into a picturesque salt marsh estuary, and along the coast. It’s a great place for bird watching, family outings, and ocean side hikes.

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