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ADVENTURE.
When we say business meets adventure, we mean it—since
Maine is one of the nation’s great outdoor playgrounds, you
may want to combine your business meeting or convention
with an exhilarating recreational outing. Or let your delegates
discover their own adventure; just knowing what’s available to
them is likely to make them more eager to attend your event.
Whenever you come, a dazzling variety of activities await.
Welcome to Maine.
The Western Lakes and Mountains region offers superb
downhill skiing, snowmobiling and rafting, while most other
outdoor activities are easily accessible in Greater Portland.
You can paddle gently in a canoe through the state’s largest
salt marsh in Scarborough or take in a panoramic view of
brilliant foliage on a fall hike up Bradbury Mountain in Pownal.
Maine Audubon sanctuaries in Portland, Falmouth and Freeport
are the ideal place for bird watchers to roam while golfers will
find excellent country and coastal links, some ranked within
the top courses in the nation.
Biking and kayaking are two of the most popular outdoor
activities that can be done as a group and experienced guides
are available to lead your group in both. Elegant schooners
will sail your party down the bay for a close-up view of forts
and lighthouses. Or you can don rubber gloves and haul
traps with a Maine lobsterman. Try ice-fishing or skating
on Sebago Lake where the ice goes on for miles…
From golfing to deep-sea fishing, we’ll help you find the
perfect outdoor activities for your group. Or you may simply
want to enjoy the views as you conduct business amid a natural
backdrop conducive to productivity and clear thinking.
“ The group liked meeting in Portland so
much, they have decided to put it on a regular
rotation. I can’t thank you enough for all your
help with this meeting, could not have done it
without you!”
— Jan Schultz, Helena Chemical Co.
Photo on right:
courtesy Maine Island Kayak
FESTIVALS &
ANNUAL EVENTS
(Continued from page 12)
AUGUST
15–16 / Italian Street Bazaar
in Portland.
Ethnic celebration
featuring band music, children’s
games & Italian food.
15–17 / MS Regatta
Harborfest
on Casco Bay.
Sailboat race, tug boat display, music &
food on Portland’s waterfront.
22 / WCSH-6 Sidewalk
Arts Festival in Portland.
350 booths featuring artists from
all over the country.
28–30 / American Folk Festival
in Bangor.
Music, song & dance
from across the country & the world,
held on the Bangor waterfront.
SEPTEMBER
20–26 / Cumberland Fair
Large agricultural fair with crafts.
OCTOBER
3–4 / Freeport Fall Festival.
Over100 artists will exhibit at
this annual event.
21–24 / Harvest on the Harbor
in Portland.
Food & Wine Festival
celebrating Maine culinary arts.
NOVEMBER
NOV 27–DEC 23 / Polar Express
in Portland.
Ride the Maine Narrow
Gauge Railroad to the North Pole.
DECEMBER
NOV 27-DEC 20 / Light Up Your
Holidays in Portland.
Downtown is
alive & merry with joy-filled celebration
on its streets.
4–6 / Sparkle Weekend
in
Freeport.
Parade, carol singing &
horse-drawn carriage rides.
4–13 / Christmas Prelude in
Kennebunkport
.
Annual celebration
with tree lighting, candlelight ceremony,
caroling, & crafts fairs.