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Summer in Maine is a beautiful sight. My recent first visit left me with the colorful impression of green scenery and coastal views. It shares similarities with nearby states while maintaining its uniqueness.

Maine is the most northeastern state, perhaps best known for its rocky coastline, maritime history, and nature areas like Acadia National Park. To the north and west, the state shares a border with Canada. In addition to its long Atlantic coastline, the state has thousands of lakes and ponds. Maine also has mountains, including the Appalachian Mountain range which reaches into the westernmost portion of Maine.

Some interesting facts about Maine include the following:

-Maine is famous for lobster and other fresh seafood, lighthouses, Acadia National Park, moose, maple syrup, and blueberries.

-The state has more than 4,000 offshore islands.

-Maine’s state nickname is the Pine Tree State.

-The average winter temperature in the state is 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

-Mainers don’t pronounce their R’s.

-The state only borders one state: New Hampshire.

-Maine has the highest percentage of residents with French Canadian roots in the United States.

-About 90% of the nation’s toothpick supply is produced in Maine.

-The closest state to Africa is Maine (Maine’s Quoddy Head State Park is the easternmost point of land in the continental United States and the closest point in the U.S. to Africa.).

-Maine has the highest moose population in the entire lower 48 states.

Much more information was listed on the Internet, but these ten facts caught my attention.

During my visit, I noticed several things. The people are friendly, readily engaging in conversation with a stranger (me). The evergreen trees made me want to set a few in my own yard – they’re majestic.

Rocks seem to be scattered everywhere. They are on the coastline, along the forest lines, as well as randomly seen in fields and forests.

The Bangor International Airport was not rushed or stressful. It was small, but not tiny, and had good signage for its customers. I enjoyed visiting a new-to-me area.

Would I visit Maine again? I would. But if there is a next visit, I choose fall. I heard many residents mention the “foliage” season, and I’m sure that would be beautiful. And, if there is a next visit, I will also have a passport, allowing me to cross into Canada for a bit.