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Are you frustrated waiting weeks or more for medical appointments? The family practice health care providers at the Androscoggin Valley Medical Arts Center often have same day appointments available. We offer a full range of family medicine services, from routine physicals to managing complex chronic medical conditions.

We are conveniently located in the new Androscoggin Valley Medical Arts Center where you can access a wide array of other health care services.

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The Heart of Maine’s Lakes & Mountains

Maine is much more than its coast.

Franklin County rises from the central upland portion of Maine to a more mountainous region in the north.

In population, Franklin is one of the state’s smaller counties — just under 30,000 people living in twenty-two towns and plantations.

There are no cities in Franklin County, and Farmington, a town of approximately 7,500 people with a University of Maine campus, is the county’s shiretown and commercial hub. The University of Maine at Farmington was Maine’s first public institution of higher education and is known as one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the nation.

Farmington offers award winning healthcare through the Franklin Community Health Network and Franklin Memorial Hospital and one of the most active and vibrant downtowns you’ll find in Maine. You’ll also find many clubs and civic organizations to become actively involved in our communities.

Beautiful and unspoiled, Franklin County is an important center for tourism. Here you’ll find many outdoor recreational areas, including Carrabassett Valley, home of Sugarloaf, a popular ski mountain; Saddleback

Mountain; the Bigelow mountains; and more than a hundred lakes and ponds, including those in the magnificent Rangeley Lakes region. Franklin County straddles two major watersheds, with the Dead, Carrabassett, and Sandy rivers draining into the Kennebec River, and the Rangeley lakes pouring westward into the Androscoggin.

Rangeley Lake alone is 149 feet deep.

The town of Rangeley is a nifty place, with a bustling downtown, remarkable mountain vistas, and easy access to the lakes. It’s easy to understand why it was one of Maine’s earliest resort areas.

A true four season area, only your imagination limits the endless possibilities of outdoor recreation with two large ski resorts; miles of snowmobile and multi-use recreational trails; two access points to the Appalachian Trail and countless other hiking opportunities with Mt. Blue, Tumbledown, the Bigelow Range, Cranberry Peak and more.

Sugarloaf Golf Club offers an award winning course challenging even the best players and offers unparalleled views that will take your breath away at every turn. This course plays host to several golf tournaments – and will provide you with the best view of fall foliage in the state.

Pristine lakes and ponds offer quiet solitude at sunrise with the eerie call of loons who inhabit these bodies of water; or fantastic boating and fishing in the many lakes, streams and rivers.

Explore the rich heritage and history found here when you visit museums and historical sites and societies throughout Franklin County like the Nordica Homestead (Farmington), Stanley Museum and Kingfield Historical Society (Kingfield), Maine Sky Museum (Kingfield), Maine Paper & Heritage Museum (Livermore Falls), Wilton Town and Farm Museum, and Farmington Historical Society. Trace Benedict Arnold’s footsteps to Quebec or learn all about Flagstaff’s ‘Valley Below’.

Towns in Franklin County include Wilton, population about four thousand — home of the only fiddlehead canning factory in the country as well as lovely Wilson Lake — and Weld, a small community of four hundred or so, site of eight-mile-long Webb Lake, and stunning Mount Blue State Park, where the peaks climb and the water is clear.

‘Greater Franklin County – Maine’s four season destination’ – we hope you will make plans to visit and experience what the heart of Maine’s Lakes and Mountains has to offer.

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President : Ivan Gould, Windowman LLC, Vice President: Scott Landry, Shiretown Insurance, V.P. of Membership: Mike Blanchet, Sun Journal Secretary: Shannon Smith, Wilton Blueberry Festival Corp., Treasurer: Jane Mickeriz - Camden National Bank, Janice Atwood - Farmington Walmart, Susan Atwood – Wilson Lake Inn, Nancy Chase – FMH Auxiliary, Heidi Elliott – Bangor Savings Bank, Jennifer Eriksen - University of Maine at Farmington Jill Gray - Franklin Community Health Network, Tammy Hutchinson - Comfort Inn & Suites Farmington/Wilton, Rhonda Irish - Town of Wilton Glenn Kapiloff – Foster Technology Center / MBRSD #9, Patty Ladd – Wilton Career Center, Janet Peruffo - CSM Real Estate, Chrissy St. Laurent - Franklin Savings Bank Kent Wiles – Wiles Remembrance Centers

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Special Features: Day Tripping in the Heart of Maine’s Lakes & Mountains

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2012-2013

Five day trips that showcase Franklin County (sure to keep you busy!)

Fairs and Festivals - Calendar of Events

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There’s Music in the Hills! ...

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You’ll find some of the best here that will remind you of days gone by, celebrating our rich heritage, history and all promise lots of laughter and fun!

Maine’s Only Celtic Theatre ... Right Here in Franklin County!

Pick your favorite season ... or two, or three, or four!

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Whether you like hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing, skiing or any of the other recreational opportunities you’ll findon these pages Franklin County offers something for young and old alike - in all seasons!

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Chester Greenwood Day

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Moose Watching

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30TH Annual Wilton Blueberry Festival!

Farmington celebrates the first Saturday in December every year with a tribute to the inventor of the earmuff!

Find out where these seemingly elusive creatures can be found and are most often spotted by natives and visitors alike.

Ahhh, the Smooth, Sweet Liquid Gold of Franklin County and Where to get it

Cover: A contest was held through Mr. Fontaine’s Foster Technology Center graphic design class to see who could design the most appealing cover for Franklin County’s Welcome Guide.

The winner was chosen by the Franklin County Chamber’s Guide Committee. The winning design was created by student Felicia Greenleaf from Spruce Mountain N. (Jay)

Design & Production Michelle Pushard, Graphic Designer

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In Every Issue: Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Welcome............................................... 4 Calendar of Events................................................................................................. 14 Annual Business Award Winners............................................................................ 16 Museums & Historical Societies............................................................................. 18 Things To Do In Carabassett Valley........................................................................ 21 Perfect Picnic Spots............................................................................................... 37 Libraries.................................................................................................................. 40 Award Winning Healthcare..................................................................................... 42 Town Office Directory............................................................................................. 44 Public Schools........................................................................................................ 45 Member Directory................................................................................................... 49 Advertiser Directory................................................................................................ 58 Resource Directory................................................................................................. 59 Maine’s Wire Bridge............................................................................................... 60 Worship Directory................................................................................................... 61

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Franklin County Chamber of Commerce

Photo Credits Alana’s Ranney Parker, Don Waterhouse, Franklin Community Health Network, Steve Mitman Photography, UMF, Susan Atwood, The Irregular, Will Daggett, FCHN, Alan Lavalle, Scott Landry

Special Contributors: Tom Donaghue, UMF Jill Gray, FCHN Shelby Childs, GFDC

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The FCCOC Welcome Guide is published annually.

Circulation 10,000. All rights reserved. Contents of this guide may not be reproduced in any manner without written consent from the Chamber.

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1 Wilton

Wilton – nestled in the foothills with a treasured lake at its hub. Year round activities and recreation abound within a two mile radius around the lake.

Main Street, Wilton, and the clear waters of Wilson Lake, is less than a mile from the junction of Rte. 2 and Rte 4. Order your picnic lunch at Dutch Treat or Rick’s Market on the corner of Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, then head west on Rte. 156 one mile and turn left onto Main Street. Follow Main Street through downtown Wilton, passing the historic G.H. Bass Shoe Co. building on your right which now houses multiple businesses. Continue straight onto Lake Road and turn right into the parking area at the foot of Wilson Lake for a scenic view not to be forgotten.

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Park, offering 63 acres of walking trails, a sandy beach swimming area, playground, picnic table area, , tennis and basketball courts, and ball fields. Ice skating and hockey are winter activities at the Park.

For a short loop drive around the lake turn left on High St. as you leave the park and take next left onto Rte. 156 Weld Road. 1.3 miles on your left is Wilson Lake Country Club, “The Best Nine in Maine,” awards you with a lake view while you golf.

Continue north 0.9 miles on 156, turn left on Pond Road, crossing Wilson Stream to the Foothills Land Conservancy kiosk

and access to the nature trails at the head of Wilson Lake. Walking, skiing or snowshoeing along stream and fields provide opportunities to see signs of wildlife, including bald eagles and beaver activity.

Following Pond Road to the end you will come to a stop at Rte 2. Turn left and then left again onto Lake Road. On Lake Road you may want to stay overnight at Wilson Lake Inn after you have a great Italian dinner on the deck at Calzolaio Pasta Company downtown while listening to the rush of Wilson Stream. Then return to the foot of the lake to enjoy a memorable sunset over the lake and listen for the call of the loons.

Children with you? Across the street is Bass Park with a gazebo & picnic tables, play area, and vistas of lake and mountains. After lunch, stroll down Main Street to visit the Baker’s Market Café, our beautiful historic public library, and enjoy Wilson Stream flowing between shady hillsides with charming Victorian homes.

Near the Bass building is the Wilton Farm and Home Museum, housing an exhibit of giantess, Sylvia Hardy, and of shoe making and blacksmith tools, furnished bedrooms, ladies and military clothing, and collectibles from the 19th century.

The museum’s summer hours are Saturday’s from 1-4 PM. To schedule a tour please call Pam Brown (207-545-2091).

From the museum drive left up High St., in 0.4 miles turn left into Kineowatha

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2 Carrabassett Valley A 4-Season Day Trip

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Just one mile south of the Sugarloaf Access Road, nestled away in the western mountains of Carrabassett Valley, Maine, sits the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center, Maine’s largest Nordic Ski facility.

The Sugarloaf Outdoor Center offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on their 90 km of groomed trails, as well as ice skating on their NHL-sized rink.

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est Nordic Ski facility. The During the winter season spend your enter offers cross-country skimorning on the Sugarloaf Outdoor Cenonter’s their 90 km groomed groomed trails,of or ice skating (public skate: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, skating on their NHL-sizedSunday 1pm-5pm, Saturday 9am-8pm). With Outdoor Center offers crossall the morning activity you’ve probably e and iceupskate so inworked quiet therentals, appetite. Head side to get warm in the Outdoor Center’s n’t have your own equipment.

newly renovated lodge, complete with fireplace and gorgeous views of Sugarloaf asonMountain. spendWhether your morning on you brought your own bagged groomed lunch or ordertrails, some tasty or Center’s or homemade soup and a sandwich at the ate:BullMonday-Friday 9amMoose Bakery, located in the lodge, pm, you Saturday cannot miss9am-8pm). out on some of the Bull Moose Bakery’s delicious, freshly made activity you’ve probably pastries and desserts.

appetite. Head inside to get Center’s newly During the summerrenovated months take advantage of all the great hikingviews that fireplace and gorgeous to offer. Maine n. Carrabassett Whether Valley you has brought your Huts & Trails currently has three huts order someCounty; tastyPoplar homemade in Franklin Stream Falls Hut, Flagstaff Lake Hut and the New at the Bull Moose Bakery, Falls Hut. This trail system can youGrand cannot miss out on some be used for day hikes or longer, dependkery’s freshly made ing ondelicious, how much time you have.

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Start your morning with a 2.5 mile hike (one-way), starting from Gauge Road Trailhead, South of the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center, in Carrabassett Valley, to the Poplar Stream Falls Hut. These trails are also accessible in the winter by cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Once you have reached the Poplar Stream Hut take a moment to relax, check out the hut, and grab some lunch at the hut, or enjoy your lunch that you packed for your journey.

After hiking back out to the trailhead, jump in the car and head west for 2.6 miles on ME-16W/ME-27N/Carrabassett Drive, toward Sugarloaf Mountain. Turn left onto the Access Road at the Sugarloaf sign. Head up the Access Road and take a left onto Mountainside Road where you will find the Sugarloaf Sports & Fitness Center. After a long morning and afternoon hiking what you really need is some relaxation. The Sugarloaf Sports & Fitness Center offers free access to MOST guests staying on mountain; all others will need to pay a fee to use the facilities. Spend your afternoon in a relaxing massage, manicure, pedicure or other spa treatment, or relax and enjoy the peace and quiet in the steam room, sauna or hot tub (indoor or out). If you just haven’t had enough time to play enjoy the indoor pool, racquetball and wallyball courts, weight room equipment or head on up to the mountain and experience Sugarloaf zipping through the trees on their Zipline Tour. Tours last between 1.5 and 2 hours and feature six different lines up to 240 feet in length (For more info on times and prices or reservations call Sugarloaf at 1-800-THE-LOAF).

enjoy dinner at Gepetto’s Restaurant, located on Sugarloaf Mountain, in Village West. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views of Sugarloaf as you sip on a glass After your fun-filled adventurous day, Valley of wine orCenter. kick back a beer and View of Sugarloaf from Carrabassett Outdoor Photowith courtesy of Rod Small.

Carrabassett Valley has to offer. Maine Huts & Trails currently has three huts in Franklin 8 www.franklincountymaine.org m Falls Hut, Flagstaff Lake Hut and the New Grand Falls Hut. This trail system can be longer, depending on how much time you have. The huts along the way provide food

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3 Scenic Byways Loop

Day Tripping

Scenic stops, museums, shops, restaurants and plenty of natural beauty. Approximately 2.5 hours (with no stops), 104 Miles State Scenic Byway 27 and Rangeley Lakes National Scenic Byway offer outdoor adventures, historic towns, authentic culture, and spectacular scenery. State Scenic Byway 27 also serves as a principle corridor connecting the State of Maine with the Canadian Province of Quebec.

Depending on the part of Franklin County that you are spending the majority of your time at, this trip could begin and end at any spot you wish.Start your morning off by heading northwest out of Farmington on the Fairbanks Road (Route 27 & 4).

Travel about 1.7 miles and take a left onto the Holley Road. In about 233 feet you will turn left onto Nordica Lane and find the Nordica Homestead Museum.

Farmington’s most famous citizen is commemorated here at the family home of Lillian Norton (1857-1914). As Lillian Nordica, she became an opera singer at the turn of the century. One of the first Americans to become a worldclass diva recognized in Europe for her power and artistry. At the museum, you can see costumes Madame Nordica wore in her productions and memorabilia of her career. The Nordica Homestead Museum welcomes visitors during the summer season from June 1 to September 15, 10 am to noon and 1pm-5pm Tuesday through Saturday, 1pm-5pm Sunday, closed Monday. The museum is also available by appointment until October 15.

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by telephoning 207-778-2042. The admission fee is Adults: $2; Children, $1; under 5, free. Groups are half price.

After leaving the Museum travel back out to Route 27 & 4 and take a right. After 0.6 miles bear right onto Route 27 North, The New Vineyard Road. Travel 13.7 miles and turn right on ME-146/ River Road. Take your first left onto the Old Kingfield Road, and then your first right onto the Wire Bridge Road. Take a short rest break and enjoy the scenery at one of the picnic tables located along the shore of the Carrabassett River overlooking The Wire Bridge. One of the most famous landmarks in Maine, the Wire Bridge is a 198-foot-long wire suspension bridge.

The bridge was built in 1866. The bridge was dedicated in 1990 and recognized by the Maine Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Travel back out to Route 27 and take a right. In 5.5 miles you will arrive in the quaint ski town, Kingfield. Depending on the time of your arrival to Kingfield, stop for lunch at Longfellow’s Restaurant, located on Main Street. Longfellow’s Restaurant, established in April of 1980, seats up to 60 in their post and beam rustic in-terior (all original). The Carrabassett River is the perfect backdrop for patrons dining in the River Room or on the outside deck during the summer months.

Longfellow’s recently updated menu features Chef Chris Doucette’s pan seared tuna and bistro fillet that beats all others. If it’s not quite lunch time yet, or you’ve finished dining at Longfellow’s, be sure to discover all that Kingfield has to offer. Located diagonally across

the street from Longfellow’s is the Ski Museum of Maine, established in 1995, to preserve and publicize the business of skiing in Maine, while celebrating Maine’s ski history and heritage. More than a decade has been spent collecting and preserving irreplaceable documents and artifacts, and cataloguing those valuable materials. Exhibits change approximately every four months. The museum is open 7 days a week during the winter (Monday-Thursday 9 am to 5 pm and Friday through Sunday 8 am to 6 pm). While in town, take in all the rich history that Kingfield has to offer. Leaving the Ski Museum head Southeast on Route 27 (back towards Farmington) for 1.2 miles. Take a right onto School Street and in 0.2 miles you will find yourself at the Stanley Museum, established in 1981 and located in the beautiful Georgian-style Stanley School, built in 1903. Kingfield is the birthplace of the Stanley’s –inventors of the famous “Stanley Steamer.” The museum commemorates and preserves the heritage of Stanley family genius; with special attention given to the twin inventors, F.E and F.O Stanley. The sister, Chansonetta, is equally important for her photographs depicting rural turn-of-the-century American Life. The museum is open June through October: Tuesday-Sunday, 1 pm to 4 pm and November through May: TuesdayFriday, 10 am to 4 pm.

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If you’re tuckered out from all the museums, stay the night at The Herbert Grand Hotel In Kingfield, right across the street from Longfellow’s! Continue on your tour of the Western Mountains in the morning.

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Scenic Byways Loop Leaving the Stanley Museum, jump back onto Route 27, taking a left off of School Street. Follow this scenic route, with the Carrabassett River on your right for 23.4 miles until you reach the village of Stratton. Take a left and head

large animals. During your search, keep in mind the fact that moose have poor eyesight, but a very keen sense of hearing and smell. Also remember to stay away from cows (females) with calves in tow, and bulls (males) during “Rutting Season” as they are likely to charge the unwary tourist! Follow the Rangeley/Stratton Road for 17.9 miles until you arrive at the end of the Stratton/Rangeley Road. Stay to the left, you will now be on Pleasant Street for 0.2 miles.

Turn left at the end of Pleasant Street and take your next right (in about 358 feet). Enjoy the view of Rangeley Lake from the Town Park. Be sure to stop in and visit the Rangeley Chamber of Commerce, find out about all the great outdoor activities and shopping that Rangeley has to offer.

southwest on Route 16 (Rangeley Road/ Stratton Road). The Rangeley/Stratton Road is a great place to look for Moose.

Moose are most likely spotted during late spring to mid-summer and the month of September. Early morning and eve-ning and noon to 2pm seem to be the best times of day to spot these

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If you would like to continue your loop of Franklin County you can connect Day trips 3 and 5! Stay the night at locally owned and operated, Star & Barn Bed & Breakfast in Madrid. Continue on in the morning to Weld through Phillips. www.franklincountymaine.org

Leaving the Rangeley Chamber of Commerce head South on ME-4 (take a right out of the town park). Continue driving on the windy scenic drive for 12.2 miles until you reach Smalls Falls on your right. Smalls Falls features a beautiful cascade of waterfalls. Cross the foot bridge and discover short hiking trails and various water holes to take a quick dip in and cool off in the summer months. Smalls Falls is a great place to sit in the shade, take a break, and have a quick snack you took along with you. There are grills available for public use at Smalls Falls as well.

Continued Continue heading south on ME-4 for 9.6 miles. Turn left at ME-142 North and in 443 feet turn left on ME-149 South.

Continue to Bridge Street and you will find the Sandy River & Rangeley Lakes Railroad. The Sandy River Railroad was started in 1879 and in 1908, the Sandy River merged with all of the other Franklin County Lilliputs and emerged as the Sandy River and Rangeley Lakes Railroad. Examine exhibits in the Sanders Station and purchase tickets and souvenirs in the Phillips Freight House, both original SR&RL structures that have been preserved and moved to this location.

From the Railroad head south on Bridge Street for .5 miles and take the first left onto ME-149 South/ River Road. After 7.1 miles take a slight right (ME-145 S/N Main Street) in Strong. In 0.4 miles you’ll turn onto ME-4 South/ Farmington Road. You should arrive in downtown Farmington in about 10 minutes.

There are so many scenic stops, museums, shops, restaurants and plenty of natural beauty in Franklin County. The scenic Byways are the easiest way to experience all that Franklin County has to offer.

Depending on what you find yourself doing along the way, this route could take 3 hours or it could take 3 days!

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4 Farmington Historic Downtown Start your morning off with a delicious breakfast at the Homestead Bakery, located at 186 Broadway, Downtown Farmington. The Homestead has been serving fantastic food to Farmington since 1982. The Homestead serves your traditional bacon and eggs, pancakes and French toast, along with housespecials like UMF Scramble, and Thai Eggs (vegetarian). If you’re looking to get your day started quickly and don’t have time for a sit down breakfast, the Homestead offers freshly baked breads, muffins and Danish pastries.

After breakfast head towards the 4-way intersection of Main Street and Broadway and round the corner to stop at Java Joe’s Corner Café to keep the caffeine flowing!

Java Joe’s offers a variety of flavors of their locally made Carrabassett Coffee.

Purchase a cup of Joe or a bag of their ground coffee to have for later, it makes a great gift. While there, you might as well grab a bagel for the road!

Once coffee and bagel are in hand, take out your trusty guide of historic Downtown Farmington, that you picked up at the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, 248 Wilton Road, Farmington. Follow your map, walking around historic downtown Farmington. You will find colorful

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signs at various locations around town, revealing Farmington’s rich history.

While on your self-guided tour of downtown Farmington be sure to stop in our many locally, and Maine owned small businesses and shops, including; The Calico Patch, Devaney, Doak & Garrett Booksellers, Everyday Music, Mainestone Jewelry, Mooseville, R.H. Reny’s, Richard’s Florist, and Sugarwood Gallery.

Make sure you make the last stop of your tour around historic downtown Farmington on Exchange Street.

Head on over to The Dugout Bar & Grill on lower Broadway for lunch. Dine inside or out on the porch, depending on the season and weather. The Dugout offers its guests a friendly neighborhood pub setting. Dig into great pizza, homemade soups & sandwiches and fresh cut french fries. Soak up the Maine Summer sun on the porch with an ice cold pint of one of The Dugout’s 12 beers on tap, while you enjoy the awesome Dugout wings – not for the faint at heart.

Day Tripping until you reach Hippach Field on your left. Enjoy the afternoon playing tennis, basketball, swimming at the outdoor pool or catching a baseball game. During the winter months grab your ice skates and use Hippach Field’s ice skating rink. Start some friendly competition with a pick-up hockey game. Gather together after the busy afternoon and enjoy a cook-out at Hippach Field. Still Hungry for dessert?

Head across the street to Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream (open March through October). Family owned and operated with 100 years of experience in the dairy business, a great place to stop on a summer’s night for a tasty treat. The Farmington stand opened in 1982. Stop in and enjoy the super creamy taste or award-winning, old fashioned ice cream.

Pack your beach, hiking and camping gear and be ready to spend a day at a state park. Make sure you fuel up at the Big Apple, located on the Wilton Road in Farmington, across the street from Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy, before leaving for your trip into the

Leaving the Dugout, head up Broadway and take a right onto Main Street.

Across the street you will find family owned and operated Tranten’s Market.

Pack your cooler with all the grilling foods you can get your hands on to prepare for your BBQ later this evening.

Leaving Tranten’s Market head southeast on Main Street for 0.2 miles

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5 Mt. Blue State Park, Weld

Day Tripping

Approximately 1 hour, 41.4 Miles Maine Wilderness at Mt. Blue State Park.

If you’re not a morning person be sure to get yourself a big cup of coffee as well before you hit the road.

Take a right out of the Big Apple, heading south on ME-4/US-2/Wilton Road. Travel about 1.4 miles and take a right into the Wal-Mart Super-center parking lot. Once in Wal-Mart pick up any last minute fishing poles, beach toys, or hiking gear you may need.

Turn right leaving the Wal-Mart parking lot (ME-4/US-2/Wilton Road). In about 4.4 miles turn right onto Depot Street.

In 417 feet you will find Rick’s Market.

Rick’s Market is the perfect place to pack your cooler for lunch at the Park.

Depending on how early you started your trip, Rick’s is a great place to get a delicious quick breakfast, offering omelettes, eggs, french toast, pancakes, breakfast pizza, a breakfast wrap or an egg ‘Rick’ muffin. Enjoy your breakfast at Rick’s Market, or take it to go. Whether you grab some breakfast at Rick’s or not, be sure to stop and pack lunch for later. Rick’s offers great lunch items such as the Classic “Maine” Italian, with meat, cheese, black olives, peppers, onions, pickles, tomatoes, salt, pepper and oil. Rick’s also offers a variety of other cold and hot subs, classic sandwiches like ham & cheese, tuna, ham, egg or chicken salad, BLT and Bologna with cheese, as well as pizza and salads. Don’t forget to ask about Rick’s Market “Family Pak Specials.”

After you’ve packed your cooler with your Classic “Maine” Italians, chips,

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snacks and drinks, it’s finally time to head to Mt. Blue State Park. Mt. Blue State Park is about an hour drive from Rick’s Market and is open May 15 through October 1.

From Rick’s head southwest on Main Street for 0.2 miles and take your first right onto US-2W. Travel on US-2W for 16.3 miles and turn right at ME-142 N/Weld Street. In 14 miles you will turn left onto ME-142 N/Church Street. In 0.3 miles turn right onto Maxwell Road for 1 mile and continue onto Center Hill Road for 1.9 miles which will take you to Mt. Blue Road. After 0.8 miles you will find Mt.

Blue State Park. Mt. Blue Park features 136 wooded campsites, flush toilets, hot showers, dumping station, group campsite, Adirondack shelters for groups, nature center, amphitheater, sandy beach with bathhouse and lifeguard, boat launch, boat rentals, picnic area and trails.

Mt. Blue State Park offers its guests many activities including: hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, swimming, boating, fishing and ATV riding. Attend a Ranger-led nature program or trip. The Park entrance booth is staffed from 8:00 AM till 11:00 PM. Registered campers can enjoy full use and access of all facilities and areas at Mt. Blue State Park.

There is plenty to do at the park; spend your morning relaxing on the shore of Webb Beach, or visit the Webb Beach Welcome Station and rent a canoe, kayak, paddle boat or row boat, for a small fee. If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, Mt. Blue offers a variety of day hikes for all skill levels. Be sure to ask the Park Ranger about Mt. Blue, Tumbledown, Little Jackson, Blueberry and Bald Mountain, if you are unsure of which trail would be suitable for your group’s skill level.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, and depending on where your day as taken you, enjoy your Rick’s Market lunch on the trail or visit the Center Hill Picnic Area.

Please note that all day use areas of the park are carry in and carry out. Campers may use the Recycling Center for any trash when entering and leaving the campground.

If you would like to make reservations at the campground you can call 207585-2347 or if it’s during the off-season call 207-585-2261.

Spend the afternoon finishing your hike and taking in the breathtaking views, soak up a little more sun and just enjoy the park. If you are staying overnight at the park, get your campsite set up and just enjoy the wilderness. Whatever you choose to do at Mt. Blue State Park it is sure to be a great experience and who knows, maybe you will love the park so much you will make it an annual summer trip to visit the Western Mountains of Maine.

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Calendar of Events There’s nothing better than a good old fashioned

Small Town Fair or Festival

to bring back memories of our childhood days and Franklin County offers some of the best!

A mix of art, music, cultural events, crafters, food and fun, parades and other activites await you.

For accurate and up-to-date information about local events, please refer to the contact information listed here. Additional events can be found on the Chamber website: www.franklincountymaine.org May 12 Spring Fever Craft Fair Farmington Fair Grounds 9-2 FMI Shannon 778-4726

May 20 Hospice House 5K & Remembrance Walk-Our HH 5K & Remembrance Walk supports care at the Hospice House for patients with limited insurance.

This year our event will be held in three locations: Auburn - Certified 5K and Remembrance Walk; Farmington - 5K and Remembrance Walk and Oxford Remembrance Walk. There are several ways you can support our event: Be a participant, be a volunteer or be a sponsor. Visit our page at www.ahch.org to learn more.

June 5 Annual Meeting for FMH AX Shannon 778-4726

June 22-24 Farmington Tractor Festival Farmington Fairgrounds.

This year is the 17th annual festival of the Maine Antique Tractor Club.

Festival goers can enjoy tractor pulls, a flea market, crafters, demos, and a large display of antique tractors and equipment. There’s even a parade on Saturday at Noon!

June 13 FMH Auxuliary Tea GH Bass Room Nancy 779-0752

June 15-17 Trek Across Maine Cycling Event A 3 day, 180 mile bicycle tour across Maine from Sunday River in Newry to Belfast. The Trek Across Maine is a ride, not a race, with a one night layover in Farmington on Friday June 15. It is the largest fundraiser of the year for the American Lung Association nationwide.

June 16 Uniform & Shoe Sale in the Bass Room 7-4, Shannon 778-4726

June 29, 30 & July 1 Family Fun Days Eustis/Stratton This event is held in the Village of Stratton, Maine on the shore of Flagstaff Lake. The theme for this year’s event is “The World Thru Laughter!” Don’t miss our free entertainment, Karaoke, yard sales, PARADE, Antique & Classic Auto Show, Bounces & Slides FREE for all kids, Family Games, Pig Roast, Cookie Contest, FIREWORKS, Canoe & Kayak Sprint Race and our 18 Hole Golf Tournament. FMI 207-670-0808 www.eustismaine.com

June 30 Kingfield Pops held at the Kennedy Farm in Kingfield the gate opens at 4:30 p.m. Adults: $25 at the gate, $20 in advance. Youth tickets for age 17 and younger are free of charge, thanks to our generous sponsors

July 4 Farmington Fourth of July Parade Come see Farmington Rotary Club’s annual parade.

July 4 Carrabassett Valley 4th of July Celebration Events include a Children’s Parade. Meet at 12:15 at Tufulio’s Parking Lot. Events follow

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at the Town Park, The Town Pool Opens at 12 noon, A Magician and Sawdust Pile will follow with Karaoke, Bands and Fireworks at Dark.

For more Information call 207-235-2645 or check us out at www.carrabassett valley.org

July 14 Wal-Mart Blueberry Day All Day. Proceeds to benefit the Wilton Blueberry Festival. See pages 30 and 31 for more information. www.wiltonbbf.com

July 15 Annual Meeting of the Friends of Wilson Lake 1pm-3pm. Members and guest welcome.

Learn about the wonderful things we are doing to protect this lake for future generations. Kineowatha Park, Wilton. Bring a potluck and chair!

July 22 Maine Open Farm Day 100 plus farms throughout Maine are open to the public. See what life on the farm is all about with activities and demonstrations on milking, felting, petting and feeding animals and livestock. FMI (207)287-3702.

July 29 Farmington Downtown Summerfest Art in the Park This annual event takes place on the last Friday in July in Downtown Farmington. Features live music, demonstrations, food, a road race, chicken BBQ, and Art Show in Meetinghouse Park. FMI www.downtownfarmington.com

August 3 & 4 Wilton Blueberry Festival 30 years running and more than 60 unique events throughout the weekend, the festival has something for everyone. Start off the weekend with one of Maine’s largest parades.

Come and enjoy crafter, vendors, and the top performers Re-Creation back at the Western Maine Expo. It is all wrapped up with a spectacular fireworks display. This is a can’t miss event! www.wiltonbbf.org FMI call organizer Shannon Smith 207-778-4726.

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Calendar of Events August 3 - Free boat rides Free Boat Rides on Wilson Lake at Canal Street Boat Launch, Wilton.

As part of the Wilton Blueberry Festival, the Friends of Wilson Lake offer free rides on safe, stable pontoon boats, weather permitting

August 4 - Carrabassett Valley Summerfest The valley becomes alive with Artisans, Crafters, Food Vendors, diversified music, A Fly-In and Remote planes. The location is the Town Airport and KC’s Kreativity Center located off of the Old Huse Mill Road. For more information contact Karen Campbell at 207-235-3000.

Vendor Tables are available for a minimal fee.

August 10 & 11 Saddleback Mountain Bluegrass Festival Saddleback’s Third Annual Bluegrass Festival is one event not to miss. In 2010 and 2011, almost 4000 people came to listen, dance, camp and enjoy a wonderful time

August 18 LEAP’s Sixth Annual Golf Tournament and Silent Auction at the Sandy River Golf Club in New Sharon. All proceeds will benefit LEAP, Inc. and its’ Non-Medicaid Funded Programs. The formal start time is at 1:00 p.m. with a BBQ and refreshments to follow.

Registration is limited to 72 players; early team reservations are strongly encouraged! FMI:Deelight@ leapcommunity.org

September 16 8th Annual Saddleback Fall Festival 10 a.m.-3 p.m., art show and sale, crafters, music, BBQ on the deck, pie eating contest, 2012-2013 Season Passes at special pre-season rates, pumpkins for the kids, and more. Fun for the entire family!

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Chamber Award Winners 2011 T he Franklin County Chamber of Commerce celebrated with 110 members and guests at their Annual Meeting Dinner held Wednesday, November 16, 2011 in the North Dining Hall of the University of Maine at Farmington.

The evening was culminated with the presentation of the Chamber’s annual business awards, where the top three nominees in each category were recognized for their achievements with a certificate of appreciation, and an overall winner from each category was given a plaque from the Chamber for their commitment to excellence. Nominees and awards were presented as follows: LARGE BUSINESS – Franklin Chrysler, Farmington Comments submitted via the nomination process described this business and their employees as kind, friendly, honest, always there when needed, and community spirited. This business is recognized as displaying outstanding customer service, and supporting the development and well-being of their employees. They are very supportive of the Chamber, make continuous efforts to improve and expand their services, and demonstrate a true commitment to excellence with their long-time history of success in Franklin County.

Wally Backus, owner of Franklin Chrysler, accepted the award on behalf of the organization with a speech that moved the crowd not only in its sincere appreciation of the honor, but also for its recognition of those standing beside Franklin Chrysler in the nomination process.

An honorable mention also went to both Hammond Lumber and Saddleback Maine for being close contenders in this year’s process, and deserving of accolades for their dedication to our local communities.

Annette and Wally Backus accept the Large Business of the Year award, on behalf of Franklin Chrysler.

SMALL BUSINESS – Douin’s Market, New Sharon This business is very supportive of area events, and serves as the local hub for other community efforts.

The people are friendly, helpful, and committed to getting to know the people that they serve. This business has made every effort to meet the needs of their customers, never hesitating to try new things and grow to offer additional services. They are a model example of what it is to run a successful small business.

Joe Douin, joined by family members DeAnne and Darin and store manager Chrissy Gordon, expressed his gratitude with remarks, and acknowledged the importance of his employees in making their establishment one deserving of such praise.

An honorable mention also went to both the Daily Bulldog and Mills & Mills Law Offices for their outstanding service in the communities of Franklin County and beyond.

Douin’s Market in New Sharon won the Chamber’s Small Business of the Year award. Pictured from left to right: Joseph and DeAnne Douin, son Darin Douin and store manager Chrissy Gordon.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION – Friends of Wilson Lake (F.O.W.L.) This organization provides local scholarship opportunities to area students, donates services that benefit the community, offers multiple education and outreach programs, and works toward the sustainability and continued economic growth of the region. The group is made up of more than 290 dedicated individuals that bring even more community members together around a common purpose.

Wynn Muller, President of F.O.W.L., spoke to the audience about the group’s commitment to and passion for the preservation of our local resources, and shared with attendees a snapshot of the continuous efforts made by the members of F.O.W.L. and the community to educate, protect, and promote the waters of Wilson Lake.

An honorable mention also went to both the Wilton Blueberry Festival Corp. and the Kingfield POPS for the amazing effort they put forth to promote awareness of region, and to bring two truly unique events to the communities of Franklin County.

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The Chamber’s Non-Profit of the Year award went to Friends of Wilson Lake.

Left to right is Vice President Mary Ryan, President Wynn Muller, Sandy Muller, Maggie Shannon, and Secretary Susan Atwood.

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Museums & Historical Societies Dead River Area Historical Society Museum

Maine Paper & Heritage Museum

171 Main Street, Stratton Dead River Historical Society preserves and promotes the history of Flagstaff, Dead River Plantation, Coplin Plantation and Eustis/Stratton. Displays: Manuscripts, photographs, carpentry/logging tools, china, glass, church organ, furniture, classroom etc.

22 Church Street, Livermore Falls www.papermuseumofmaine.org In 2002, a group of people dedicated to preserving the history of the paper industry in Maine came together to establish Maine’s Paper & Heritage Museum, with the common goal of capturing the cultural heritage of the paper-making towns and mills along the Androscoggin River . Its mission is to create an exciting interactive museum where visitors can experience life in a paper-making community, as well as to encourage tourism, increase economic activity and showcase the area’s distinctive heritage.

Madrid Historical Society Madrid Historical site located off Rt 4 onto Reeds Mill Road, just over the cement bridge (first white building on the left). Formerly known as the Madrid Village Schoolhouse built in 1872, housing grades one through eight until the mid 1950s.

Farmington Historical Society’s Titcomb House 118 Academy Street, Farmington The Titcomb House is furnished in the 1840s period with Titcomb Family memorabilia, an antique doll collection and other items of interest. Open July and August on Wednesday and Saturday from 1-4 p.m.

Donations accepted.

Kingfield Historical Society 45 High Street, Kingfield www.kingfield-me.gov In 1890, Frank Hutchins hired local carpenter Lavella Norton to build a picturesque Victorian residence on High Street for his bride, Effie Pearl Winter. Charles and Alma Wilson purchased the Hutchins home in 1944 and in 1968 donated it to the Town of Kingfield because they feared it would become a “tenement house.”

The Wilson’s forethought and generosity gave the Historical Society a home and in 1970 the doors

were opened to the public. The 10 room, twostory home with three porches and attached two story barn, retains much of the detailed work, inside and out, that are signatures for the Victorian era. The Scotch Firetube Steam Boiler, built in place while the house was being constructed, is one of a very few still in existence. Local historical artifacts and memorabilia fill the Kingfield Historical House. 19th and 20th century furniture, dishware, photographs and paintings, tools, school yearbooks, and collections from families abound. Here you can discover the tools and methods that allowed our forefathers to thrive in western Maine.

Experience history in a meaningful and personal way as you imagine yourself in period clothing in the atmosphere and ambiance of an authentic 19th century home. The Kingfield Historical House features outstanding displays honoring its famous residents: William King, first governor of Maine, Chansonetta Stanley Emmons, a renowned female photographer, Herbert Wing, local entrepreneur, member of the Maine legislature for many years in many capacities and builder of the “first” Herbert Hotel, and Charles Wilson, longtime Kingfield resident who was a famous writer, poet, photographer and artist.

The Mercantile, located on the first floor of the barn, is complete with country store, barber shop, pharmacy and post office. A working forge is located in the basement area, under the kitchen.

The textile collection, easily the best in Maine, located on the 2nd floor has been compared to that of the New York Metropolitan Museum in quantity and quality.

The Kingfield Historical House was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in December of 1986.

Nordica Homestead Museum Holley Road, Farmington Farmington’s most famous, and improbable, citizen is commemorated in the Nordica Homestead Museum, the family home of Lillian Norton (1857-1914). As Lillian Nordica, she became an opera star at the turn of the century. One of the first Americans to become a world-class diva recognized in Europe for her power and artistry.

At the museum, one can see costumes Madame Nordica wore in her productions and memorabilia of her career.

Rangeley Lakes Region Historical Society Route 16, Dead River Road, Rangeley An educational, charitable, non-profit organization whose purpose it is to discover, identify, collect, preserve and interpret printed materials, artifacts, and original historical records which document the history and tradition of the region and its people. Featured topics include sporting camps and hotels, hunting and fishing, logging, railroads, and a unique egg collection.

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Museums & Historical Societies Red School House Museum

Stanley Museum

Weld Historical Society

Farmington Fairgrounds, Farmington The School House, built in 1852, was used for classes until 1958. Today the Museum is displayed as the original school house with some of the original desks, books and other memorabilia.

School Street, Kingfield www.stanleymuseum.org The Stanley Museum is a history Museum.

Established in 1981, the Stanley Museum in Kingfield, Maine, is located in the beautiful Georgian-style Stanley School built in 1903.

P.O. Box 31, Weld A group of 500 members committed to preserving the history of their small community.

Open May through Sept.

Sandy River & Rangeley Lakes Railroad

Kingfield is the birthplace of the Stanleys — important to note because the steam car for which they’re most often remembered was built in Watertown, Massachusetts.

Bridge Street, Phillips , ME 04966 / www.srrl-rr.org A Brief History...For more than fifty years, Franklin County, Maine enjoyed the best two foot gauge railroad in the country. The Sandy River Railroad was started in 1879. In 1908, the Sandy River merged with all of the other Franklin County Lilliputs and emerged as the Sandy River and Rangeley Lakes Railroad, boasting over 120 miles of track and thirteen engines.

It flourished until the 1920’s when autos and trucks made inroads into its once prosperous business. Its untimely demise came in June, 1935.

At the station site on Mill Hill Road (aka Bridge St.), you can examine exhibits in the Sanders Station and purchase tickets and souvenirs in the Phillips Freight House, both original SR&RL structures that have been preserved and moved to this location.

A very good time to visit the SR&RL is during Phillips Old Home Days (calculated as the week including the third Friday in August).

The SR&RL runs on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday ending that week. The Railroad Room of the Phillips Historical Society is open on that Saturday and contains an extensive collection of SR&RL artifacts. Phillips Old Home Days is a time when people, young and old alike, converge on Phillips. They enjoy merriment, historical exhibits, eating and dancing. The SR&RL puts on a maximum effort in conjunction with these activities. Saturday evening includes a Night Train with lanterns providing the only light in the coach and caboose as well as signalling train movements.

Ski Museum Maine Main Street (Route 27), Kingfield www.skimuseumofmaine.org The Ski Museum of Maine was established in 1995 to preserve and publicize the business of skiing in Maine, while celebrating Maine’s ski history and heritage. More than a decade has been spent collecting and preserving irreplaceable documents and artifacts, and cataloguing those valuable materials. Exhibits change approximately every four months. Open Wednesday-Saturday 1-4 p.m.

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The Museum commemorates and preserves the heritage of Stanley family genius. The famous “Stanley Steamer” automobile was invented by Francis Edgar Stanley and manufactured by him and his twin brother, usually referred to as the Stanley twins, F.E. and F.O. The sister, Chansonetta, is equally important for her photographs depicting rural turn-ofthe-century American life.

The Wilhelm Reich Museum Dodge Pond Road, Rangeley www.wilhelmreichmuseum.org Orgonon was the home, laboratory and research center of Wilhelm Reich, M.D., a pioneering psychiatrist, psychoanalyst and scientist. Open to the public as the Wilhelm Reich Museum, Orgonon now comprises 175 acres of fields and forests, the Orgone Energy Observatory, the Conference Building & Office, a bookstore, two rental cottages, and a system of woodland nature trails.

Washburn-Norlands Living History Center 290 Norlands Road, Livermore www.norlands.org Today, Norlands is a multifaceted museum offering in-depth experiences in 18th and 19th century rural life. Here, the visitor is an active participant in daily and seasonal farming and housework, and becomes involved in the social, political and educational activities of the times.

Wilton Farm and Home Museum Located in the old Bass Shoe factory building in downtown Wilton. www.http://thewiltonfarmandhomemuseum.org Built in the mid-1860s by Rawson Fuller, the building was used between about 1910 and 1945 as a boarding house for G.H. Bass employees. Bass had built his new shoe factory on Wilton Stream in 1904 and bought the Fuller property by 1911. After the boarding house ceased to be a hotel, the Bass Company used it for hand sewing, offices, and for storage space.

The building was deeded to the Wilton Historical Society in 1987 and soon after was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

There are four floors to this impressive building. The basement level features farm and shoemaking tools. It also includes the working Canal Street Forge, where a local blacksmith gives lessons on the art of blacksmithing.

The main floor, in addition to the general meeting and display room and kitchen, has the restored parlor. The second floor has rooms devoted to homemaking, military uniforms, ladies’ clothing, bedrooms, and the extensive bottle and Wilton Academy collections.

Exhibits featuring giantess Sylvia Hardy are in the Academy Room. The third level includes a scouting exhibit, and an adult and child’s bedroom.

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Calendar of Events September 16-22 Farmington Fair & Harness Racing

October 6 & 7 Fall Harvest Festival

October 26 Franklin Memorial Hospital

Events include a midway, exhibit halls, livestock shows, animal pulling events, harness racing, and much more. Raffle going on all week in Starbird Building. FMI www. farmingtonfairmaine.com or call 207-7786083

This event is held in the Village of Stratton, Maine on Maine’s Rt. 27 Scenic Byway.

Activities include The Scarecrow Contest, Pumpkin Decorating Contest, Favorite Pie Contest and many crafters selling local items.

On Sunday, October 7th, get a team together and join your friends at the 2nd Annual Fall Moose Meadows Golf Tournament. Take a drive from Kingfield to Coburn Gore along the State Rt. 27 Scenic Byway and enjoy the great foliage. Bring your camera . . . memories last forever. FMI 207-670-0808 www.eustismaine.com

Auxiliary Bake Sale in hospital lobby 8am

September 21 10th Annual Franklin County Chamber/Seth Wescott Scholarship Golf Tournament Held at the Sugarloaf Golf Course, Carrabassett Valley. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Chamber and CVA Seth Wescott Scholarship programs.

October 29 Farmington Emblem Club Hosting Red Cross Blood Drive FMH 778-4726

November 14 Annual Chamber of Commerce Meeting @UMF 778-4512 November 18 Farmington Emblem #460 Hosting Nursng Homes Thanksgiving Dinner at the Elks Lodge 11AM-1PM

November 19 & 20 FMH Auxiliary Book Fair GH Bass Room

December 1 Chester Greenwood Day the First Saturday in December marks this annual celebration in downtown Farmington. There will be a parade, special sales, a dip on Clearwater Lake by the local Polar Bear Club, and much more.

December 5 Annual Tree Lighting & Caroling at FMH 3PM Open to the Public. Shannon 778-4726

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dar of Events

Saturday night Motorcycle Burnout (great success last year and very well attended!), food vendors, etc.

Saturday motorcycle (group) ride through the mountains and stop for lunch. Sunday Annual Motorcycle and Car Show with great awards, food, music and more. (events subject to change, must be 18 to enter Texas Hold Em tourney). Vendors welcome all weekend December 8 - contact the Chamber office for details 207-778-4215 or info@ franklincountymaine.org Festival of Trees Hosted by the Farmington Rotary Club.

September 4 Tim Maillet Preview from 12:00-6:00 withScholarship the auction Ride. Great company, great scenery, awesome food and music!

Don’t miss it! Contact Farmington beginning at 6:00, a wonderful evening event.

Elks Lodge or Danny Maillet for more information, registration at 207645-3729. Rain date Monday, September 5.

Calendar of Events

Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2013

September 10 Sugarloaf Brew Fest. Central Maine Festivals 17th Annual Polar Blast presents the Sugarloaf Brew Fest at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center.

Thislibations event isfrom heldaround in the Villages ofin Eustis Enjoy the state a the beautiful outdoor and Stratton, Our area is a Winter atmosphere.

ForMaine. full details and tickets visit CentralMaineBrews.com Wonderland surrounded by rugged September 11 Just minutes Maine Apple - Visit mountains. from Sunday Sugarloaf & your local apple orchard.

Apples and apple cider are typically for sale, or you can pick your own Saddleback mountains.

Snowmobile over fruit. Some farms offer hay rides, mazes and animal petting areas.

150 miles of groomed trails. Don’t miss Game September 13Great Polar 9th Annual Franklin County Night, The Silent Auction, Bonfire Chamber/Seth Wescott Scholarship Golf Tourney, Golf Club, Sugarloaf Mountain, - Crazy Cardboard Sled Sugarloaf Slide, FIREWORKS, Carrabassett Valley, 8th Maine.

Join Us For A Fantastic Day Of The Best Karaoke Contest, Grade Polar Breakfast, Golf In The Heart Of The Western Mountains Of Maine – after party at Bake/yard sale, Chili/Chowder/Stew Contest music. This Tournament The Rack! Awards, raffles, goody bags, auction, andFund Arnold Trail Snowmobile RADAR Helps The Franklin County Club’s Chamber Of Commerce Scholarship Program and CVAare Seth Wescott Scholarship RUN. “Friends always welcome!”

FMI Program. FMI info@ franklincountymaine.org 207-670-0808 www.eustismaine.com September 15 Join us for a Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours.

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SPRING

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There is no end to the region’s outdoor recreational opportunities and the following pages contain some of the best you’ll find in Franklin County. Many areas offer multiple-season opportunities.

Fishing Norcross Pond is located in Chesterville. From Mt. Blue High School follow the Whittier Road to the end, turn left and go over the green bridge above Wilson Stream. Take a right and follow the road to the Country Store in Chesterville, turn left. Follow the road past the camps and look for a turnout on the right about 5 miles past the store. Bass fishermen will never want to leave Norcross Pond since the pond is not fished heavily and therefore provides great fishing.

Eustis Anglers find as much fun as one creel can holdFrom mountain streams running with trout in Flagstaff Lake and Spring Lake to ponds with Brook Trout, LL Salmon and Lake Trout at Jim Pond, Bugeye Pond, Tea Pond and Arnold Pond.

The cold, clear water dotting our landscape holds some of the largest native brook trout in the state of Maine. Brook trout in the four pound range are common! Some of our glacial lakes offer some fast salmon and lake trout fishing. isit www.eustis-maine.com for more information.

Photos courtesy of Will Daggett.

Other great fishing spots to check out are Clearwater Lake inIndustry, Wilson Lake in Wilton, Webb Lake in Weld, Rangeley Lake in Rangeley and along the Sandy and Carrabassett Rivers which run through Franklin County and are easily accessed along Routes 4 and 27.

Canoeing

Temple Stream. This is a trip that is run in the spring and is approximately eight miles long with Class I-III rapids. Portages must be made around the falls in Temple and the Walton’s Mills Dam in West Farmington. Walton’s Dam is located in West Farmington on Route 43.

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SPRING The Sandy River.

This canoe trip from Strong to the Front Street athletic fields at the University of Maine at Farmingtonis a nice river trip with a few fast spots and rapids. Put in at Strong at the Devil’s Elbow on Route 4 and paddle down to the Fairbanks Bridge.

Continue down river past the bridge through several Class II rapids to the athletic fields of UM. Take out on the left riverbank below the site of the old railroad bridge pilings. One vehicle should be left on the old railroad bed beside the Narrow Gauge Cinema on Front Street in Farmington. This section of river offers adequate fishing and views of the old railwayto Strong. This trip is 11-12 miles long and takes four or five hours.

Northern Forest Canoe Trail.

The 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail traces Native American travel routes across some of the most scenic paddling country in the Northeast from Old Forge, New York, across Vermont, Québec and New Hampshire, to Fort Kent, Maine.

This nationally recognized water trail represents a series of more than 50 interconnected destinations, extending through a diversity of waterways, landscapes, and communities within the Northern Forest Region. The Trail stretches across Maine’s Lakes and Mountains Region through a

connected series of large lakes from Umbagog, the Richardsons, Mooselookmeguntic, and Rangeley, down the seasonal South Branch of the Dead River to Flagstaff Lake.

Kayakers and canoeists can enjoy Trail outings from a half-day to a weekend or more.

BIKING

Bike Path Around Webb Lake.

Start at the tennis courts in Weld, near the general store. Take a left at the intersection heading south on Route 142 for about six miles. Turn right at the country store in Carthage and follow the road for about seven miles around Webb Lake. Turn right onto Route 142 and head south to Weld. A great ride for experienced bikers, the route is about 16 miles and very relaxing. It combines spectacu-lar views of the lake and mountains and a three mile stretch on a dirt road through the wilderness.

The Chesterville Esker.

Take the Ridge Road from the country store in Chesterville, it’s about three miles to the top of the tree-shaded esker. The glacial ridge separates Horseshoe and Round Ponds on the west and Fellows Pond on the east and is around 90 feet high in some places.Trek Across Maine.

Nearly 1650 riders make their annual trek of 180 miles (averaging 60 miles per day)

across Maine and spend their first night at the University of Maine Farmington.

The Maine Lung Association sponsors this ride. Please visit www.mainelung.org for more information.

Troll Valley Hiking & Mt. Bike Trail System, Farmington.

Multiple use trail interconnected, mostly wooded trails offer approximately 4-1/4 miles for hiking or mountain biking.

Some trails are on open former cross country ski trails; the rest are on single track mountain bike trails. The Lower Loops are on fairly level land, while Tom’s Challenge is on uplands with ledge climbs and fast down drops. The Devil’s Staircase is a tough uphill climb, while the Corkscrew is a winding downhill area. The map (available at the Lodge) has dotted lines in places to show where you can leave the loop system to take a shorter trail back to the trailhead near the Lodge. Open year round, however, snow is not removed from the trails. Use is not encouraged during hunting season.

Farmer’s Market

Narrow Gauge Cinemas Parking Lot Front Street, Farmington.

The Sandy River Farmer’s Market sets up every Friday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The Saturday farmers’ market will be open 8 a.m.-noon beginning May 1, moving from the Grange to the courthouse parking lot, across from the Gazebo on Main St. in Farmington.

This will also be the Saturday pick-up for www.western-mainemarket.com orders.

A fabulous variety of mixed vegetables, including potatoes, several varieties of tomatoes, squash, greens, garlic, herbs, cut flowers, organic milk and meat, perennials, seedlings. Bakery items are also available weekly with a mix of breads, pies, muffins, brownies and scones. In the fall you’ll find fresh apples, pumpkins and other items produced on the farms. Other area market locations include: Douin’s Market, Routes 2 & 27, New Sharon. Farmer’s Market every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., May through October.

Kingfield Farmer’s Market open May through October In front of Narrow Gauge Realty on Main St., Kingfield.

Wednesdays 3-6 p.m.

Online Farmer’s Market www.westernmainemarket.com

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SUMMER Golf

Sugarloaf Golf Club, Carrabassett Valley.

For the 25th time in its history, the Sugarloaf Golf Club in Carrabassett Valley has been recognized as Maine’s best course by Golf Digest in the magazine’s May 2011 issue.

The Robert Trent Jones, Jr-designed course has held the top spot among Maine courses nearly every year since it first opened in 1985. Known for its challenging layout and awe inspiring vistas, the Sugarloaf Golf Club has received numerous accolades from industry publications over the years.

“It’s a tremendous honor to have the course recognized in the Golf Digest rankings,” said Sugarloaf Head Professional Steve Niezgoda. “The fact that Sugarloaf has been ranked number one in the state so many times speaks to the incredible course design and the unmatched player experience that the course provides.”The course has seen a number of maintenance initiatives over the past several years, which have helped to improve turf health and player friendliness.

Under the guidance of course superintendent Robert Bruce, holes five and six have been renovated over the past two years, and course crews have undertaken aggressive cultural practices to improve turf resilience in Sugarloaf’s challenging mountain climate.

To reach Sugarloaf, drive north of Farmington on Route 27 for approximately 40 miles through beautiful countryside into the mountains along the rocky Carrabassett River.

The course is open to the public, www.sugarloaf.com.

Gardening

For those who can’t wait to get back into their gardens, the Mt. Blue Garden Club usually plans interesting spring programs.

These events are open to the public free of charge and are usually held downstairs at the Farmington municipal building.

Swimming and Boating

Mt. Blue State Park has a picnic area with mountains surrounding Webb Lake including Mt. Blue, Jackson and Tumbledown. The park is a great place to camp, rent a canoe or take a hike. To Webb Lake take Route 4 in Wilton and Route 156 north to Weld.

Cathedral Pines (Eustis) is located on Flagstaff Lake, on a 300 acre plot of red pine amid some of New England’s most spectacular scenery. Public swimming as well as private area for campers.

Clearwater Lake in Industry is on Route 43.

The water is clean and clear with a beautiful view, great waves and soft sand. The lake is

also nice for fishing, boating, skiing, sailing and camping. In the winter, many ice shacks adorn the landscape of the lake and Clearwater is also the official lake for the Polar Bear Clubs annual dip.

Coos Canyon is located in the old mining town of Byron. Carved by powerful water action from the Swift River, this area is a great swimming and diving spot, with interesting scenery and rock formations.

The canyon water is cool and crystal clear —perfect on a hot summer day— and there are lots of small pools, perfect for children to splash in safely. The river is also a popular spot for treasure-seeking gold panners!

Plan to spend a few hours swimming and exploring the river, waterfall and canyon.

Bring a picnic lunch as there is a nice picnic area with tables and grills. Located in Byron, Coos Canyon is just off Route 17, about 10 miles southeast of the Height of Land in Rangeley. It can also be reached from Route 142 in Phillips to Webb Lake in Weld, where you will take a right. Drive for a mile or so, then take another right onto a gravel road that passes by the hiking trails to the Tumbledown and Jackson Mountains area, and eventually leads to the Canyon after approximately 9 miles. This gravel road is travelled successfully by all types of vehicles —including logging trucks, so beware! Slow to moderate speed is recommended as it can be dusty in dry weather and there are a few rough spots.

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SUMMER Carrabassett River Trail (Woodabogan Trail). Riverside to Bigelow Station, Carrabassett Valley. A 6.2 mile trail from Carrabassett to Bigelow open to the public to hike, bike, or ski on. The trail follows the Carrabassett River on the south end and Sugarloaf USA on the north end.

The trail is maintained for cross-country skiing in the winter by Sugarloaf USA. There is no fee for summer use of the trail. The trail can be accessed from the north via Bigelow Station or from highway 27 adjacent to Campbell Field across from the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center and across the footbridge. It continues down to Carrabassett Valley and joins a logging road, ending in back of the old Red Stallion Inn.

Camping

Swimming & Boating Continued The Department of Human Services building located at the intersection of Route 2, 4 and 27 in Farmington has a canoe putin and picnic area on the Sandy River. The put-in is a rock stair case, with many steps to the river, and is not a ramp.

“Beanie’s” Public Beach, Strong. An ideal spot for family summer fun, the Strong Public Beach at Porter Lake offers a boat launch, changing facilities, picnic tables in the shade, and of course, the sandy beach.

Wilton Parks & Recreation. Swimming lessons, basketball, softball, PeeWee Baseball, track & field, arts & crafts, etc.

Summer camps including: lacrosse, field hockey, basketball, tennis lessons and soccer. Kineowatha Park is a 62 acre park with volley ball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts, public beach, recreation hall with video games, ping pong tables, air hockey, snack bar, skateboard park, skating in winter etc. Buildings available for class reunions, family picnics, etc.

Mt. Blue Pond, Avon. Place to canoe, boat, swim, or fish. Located about three miles North of Strong. Norcross Pond, Chesterville. Off the Ridge Road. Great place to swim and fish with a public boat launch.

Hiking

Angel Falls - 17.6 miles south of Oquossoc, turn west off Route 17, cross bridge, turn right onto old railroad line. 3.8 miles after leaving Route 17 take gravel road to left; stay left, through small gravel pits. Follow marked trail, approximately one mile from this point.

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Hike the trail to Piazza Rock. Check out the bear caves and see a bird’s eye view of Flagstaff Lake. This is a great spot for pictures while looking for moose, birds and other wildlife.

Tumbledown Mountain is located off the Byron Road east of Weld on the side of Webb Lake. Take the Brook Trail for a hike that is well marked and not too steep.

Daggett Rock is located on the Wheeler Hill Road in Phillips. Take Route 142 from Phillips to Wheeler Hill Road. Go 2.3 miles to a sign and a parking area. Follow the dirt path on the left about one-third of a mile. All ages will enjoy climbing this rock which was deposited by a glacier and is now in three pieces.

Mount Blue State Park. The trails on and around Mount Blue, Tumbledown, Little Jackson, Blueberry, and Bald mountains are suitable for hikers of all abilities. There’s also a multi-use trail in the Center Hill section of the park for mountain bikers, hikers, equestrians, and ATVs. Bigelow Range. A long day hike traversing the heart of the Bigelow Range, including the 4,150-foot summit of West Peak.

Lengthy ridge walks and fine views, as well as strenuous hikingin a limited alpine environment. General location: East of the town of Stratton, between Flagstaff Lake and Maine Routes 16/27. Near Sugarloaf Mountain Ski Area in Franklin and Somerset counties in western Maine.

The Appalachian Trail runs through Madrid. Follow Route 4 out of Farmington through Fairbanks, Strong and Phillips.

Look for the Appalachian Trail signs.

Stratton - Eustis.

Cathederal Pines Campground is located on a 300 acre plot of red pine amid some of New England’s most spectacular scenery, on the site of one of Benedict Arnold’s stops during his ill-fated march to Quebec city in 1775. A nice beach, playground, and recreation hall located in a red pine forest on the shore of Flagstaff Lake on Route 27 in Stratton. Tent and trailer sites.

Mount Blue State Park is actually a pair of parks. There are two sections to the park, one up on Mount Blue itself and the other down alongside Webb Lake. The park’s campground is located in the Webb Lake section. All of the 136 sites in the campground are within a fairly short walk of the lake. The sites are set within a dense, diverse forest with thick undergrowth. The woods are a mix of young and old deciduous and coniferous trees, with lots of spruce, birch, and maple.

While the forest varies dramatically, the sites here have a relatively standard shape and layout, though they differ in size.

Dummer’s Beach, Weld. Located on the east side of Webb Lake, Dummer’s Beach has sandy beaches, shallow water for swimming, playground, and campground.

Photos courtesy of Alana Ranney Parker.

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SUMMER inches of precipitation each year. Summer rainfall averages 3-5 inches per month.

Location - Mount Blue State Park is about fourteen miles northwest from Wilton off SR 156 in Weld. The Park is normally open midMay through September.

Chain of Ponds Public Reserved Land.

Access to the Chain of Ponds Public Reserved Land is off Route 27 north of Stratton. The area includes Natanis, Long, Bag and Lower Ponds. Primitive camping is offered to anglers and paddleboaters along with others wishing to experience beautiful mountain scenery in Maine’s western territory.

Troll Valley, Farmington. 283 Red School House Road, Farmington. 25 Total Camp/RV Sites; 16 Electric and Water; 10 No Hookup.

Hiking and biking trails, walking trails. Maps are available at the lodge.

Walking Trails

Whistle Stop Rail-Trail, Farmington.

13 miles for Walking, Horseback Riding, Snowmobiles, Cross Country Skiing, or Mountain Biking. The trail’s sandy and often rutted surface, as well as the dense pine forest that surrounds much of the route, demand your attention. If you are not in a hurry, you can enjoy the scenery without letting the surface jostle you physically or mentally.

Bonney Woods, Farmington.

This North Street forested haven is located at the edge of downtown Farmington and is complete with easy walking trails, benches and an old fenced in cemetery.

Kineowatha Park, Wilton.

Located on Wilson Lake, this park offers easy nature trails with small beaches.

Narrow Gauge Pathway, Carrabassett Valley.

A wonderful non-motorized multi-use trail. Approved parking lots are located at the Campbell Field trailhead, the Antigravity complex and at the town office in Carrabassett alley. Trail surface is a type of crushed packed stone, very smooth and easy for any age! Download a map: www. carrabassettvalley.org.

State Parks

Mt. Blue State Park One of Maine’s largest parks. The park encompasses 5,021 acres which is used for camping, swimming, hiking and nature study. Modern rest room and bathhouse facilities are available. A boat launch,

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amphitheater and nature center in the Webb Lake area offer environmental education talks and displays. The nearby Center Hill Area provides a scenic picnic spot and nature trail as well as extensive multiple use trails open to ATVs, horseback riders, hikers and mountain bikers.

Attractions - Camping, swimming, hiking, boating, fishing, nature study and wildlife viewing. Moose in the Weld area continue to increase annually.

Sightings of these animals are common during the summer months. The park maintains crosscountry ski trails, a major snowmobile trail and an ice rink during the winter.

Recreation - A campground, sand beach with bathhouse, hot showers, flush toilets, boat launch, amphitheater and nature center are among the features of the Webb Lake area.

The nearby Center Hill Area provides a scenic picnic spot and nature trail as well as an extensive multiple use trail open to ATVs, horses, walkers, and mountain bikes. Mt. Blue is also a popular day hike. A naturalist leads scheduled hikes and programs during the summer months. Adirondack shelters are available for large group use and canoes may be rented.

Climate - The Western Maine Mountains Region, known for its spectacular four seasons, sees average daytime winter temperatures ranging 10 - 14 degrees Fahrenheit (-12 to -10 Celsius) in the northern area and an average of 14 -18 degrees Fahrenheit (-10 to -8 Celsius) in the southern area. Summer unfolds for outdoors enthusiasts with temperatures in the northern area averaging 66 degrees Fahrenheit (19 Celsius) and in the southern area averaging 68 (20 Celsius). Western Maine Mountains Region experiences a wide range of precipitation. From north to south, the area receives an average of less than 38 inches (97 centimeters) to more than 44

Attractions - Chain of Ponds includes over 1,100 acres of Natanis, Long, Bag and Lower Ponds joined by short thoroughfares to form the “chain.” The land includes frontage on each of the ponds and offers lake shore camping at primitive remote sites or a commercial campground with amenities.

Recreation - The public reserved land includes frontage on each of the ponds and offers lake shore camping at primitive remote sites.

Fishing, swimming and picnicking are enjoyed during the warmer months while the land is open to snowmobilers during the snowy winter months. Hunting and trapping are allowed, subject to state rules and regulations. Call 207287-3821 for specificpolicies and laws regarding these activities.

Location - Access is off Route 27 north of Stratton. Open year-round.

Rangeley Lake State Park is located in one of Maine’s most beautiful vacation regions, the western mountains. The park con-sists of 869 remote acres, on 10-square mile Range ley Lake.

Attractions/Recreation - The lake is famous for landlocked salmon and trout fishing, and anglers who voluntarily “catch andrelease” contribute to quality fishing. In addition to watersports,visitors enjoy hiking, picnicking, camping, wildlife watching, and photography.

The campground is small, with 50 campsites situated among fragrant spruce and fir trees, and some sites have water access.The campground and day-use areas offer picnicking, swim-ming, and a concrete boat launching ramp with floats.

There is a children’s play area, hiking trails, and modern restrooms with hot showers.

Location - Follow Maine Route 4 from Farmington to Rangeley. The park entrance is located off South Shore Drive in Rangeley and is normally open May through September.

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FALL

Small’s Falls photo courtesy of Alana Ranney Parker.

Scenic Drives and Fall Foliage

Cape Cod Hill. Take Route 2 east through Farmington Falls into New Sharon. Turn right onto Route 134 and drive past the New Sharon Elementary School until the road curves sharply left and a dirt road is straight ahead. Take the dirt road which leads to the Sandy River Golf Course back into Farmington Falls. Turn right onto Route 41 and back to Route 2.

Small’s Falls. To get to Smalls Falls from Farmington you take Route 4 North and Smalls Falls will be about 30 miles on the left hand side, it’s extremely easy to get to, there are no back roads, just the highway.

Wheeler Hill in Phillips. Take Route 4 north out of Farmington to Route 142 in Phillips toward Salem. Cross the river at the old woolen mill. Take the second right onto Wheeler Hill.

Bonney Woods to Industry. Turn right at the court house on Main Street in Farmington and drive straight up Titcomb Hill past Bonney Woods on the right. Turn right onto Mosher Hill Road and left toward Bumps Hill on Route 43 in Industry.

Soules Hill. Take Route 133 off Route 4 across from Franklin Memorial Hospital to the intersection of Route 156. Take a left onto Route 156 and the next right onto the Soules Hill Road in Jay. At the top you’ll see a grand view during every season of the year.

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Scenic Byway - Route 27. Located in northern Franklin County, State Scenic Byway 27 offers outdoor adventures, historic towns, authentic culture, and spectacular scenery.

This 47-mile byway also serves as a principal corridor connecting the State of Maine with the Canadian Province of Quebec. At the southern end of the Byway, Kingfield provides numerous visitor services and amenities (be sure to park your car and explore this beautiful village on foot). Visits to the Stanley Museum, shopping in “downtown,”and walks along side streets lined with historic homes are well worth the time.

Traveling north from Kingfield, the Carrabassett River winds alongside the byway, beckoning swimmers and fly fishermen to the clear and cold mountain waters. Check it out: Watch Bonnie Holden as she discusses women and fly fishing in Maine.

Soon you will enter the Town of Carrabassett Valley, a small town with big outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition to the region’s highly rated golf and downhill skiing facilities (contact Sugarloaf for info), the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center offers over 65 miles of cross country ski trails (the largest such trail system in Maine) which in the summer is given over to use by mountain bike enthusiasts.

A few miles north of Sugarloaf, the legendary Appalachian Trail (a 2,169-mile footpath

from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahdin in Maine) crosses the Byway. If you feel like stretching your legs, a hike along the Appalachian Trail (A. T.) will take you into the 34,500-acre Bigelow Preserve where an extensive network of hiking trails provides both day length and extended backcountry experiences.

Continuing north on Route 27, the Byway enters the small town of Stratton. Area stores can outfit you for fishing on the 16,65 acre Flagstaff Lake or for snowmobiling on the many miles of groomed trails in the area.

From Stratton, travelers can also follow route 16 (west) to Rangeley and the Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway.

Traveling North from Stratton, the Byway follows a portion of the historic path that Benedict Arnold and 1,100 American troops took in 1775 in an attempt to overthrow the British in Quebec City (the area attracts military buffs looking for artifacts). As the byway travels through the Boundary Mountains, Route 27 winds alongside the Dead River and the Chain of Ponds on its way to Coburn Gore (northern gateway to the Byway and Canadian border).

The ancient rock formations in this region (400 million years old) provide outstanding scenery and natural studies.

Height of the Land is a stunning and popular stop in every season. From Oquossoc,

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FALL follow Route 17 south for 12 miles. The area is clearly marked and a magnificent view of the White Mountains and Rangeley area can be seen right from the roadside turnoff.

A great time to hit this spot is at dusk when the sunsets can be magnificent.

Maine Routes 27, 16, and 4: Passing through much of Maine’s Longfellow Mountain Range, the Franklin Heritage Loop originates in Farmington, the Franklin County seat and home of the University of Maine at Farmington. Farmington offers a rich array of historic residences and public buildings (including one of Maine’s few octagonal houses) as well as great shopping and dining opportunities. Be sure to make a stop in downtown Farmington and visit all of the great shops and eateries!

From Farmington, although you can travel either direction around the Loop, we suggest heading north on Route 27 to Kingfield, a pleasant mountain village with a great old hotel andexcellent shops and restaurants— and the southern terminus of State Scenic Byway 27. Check out the Stanley Museum (Kingfield is the birthplace of the Stanley brothers who invented the Stanley Steamer) and, if the weather is nice, dabble toes in the Carrabassett River.

Just north of Kingfield, you’ll find Sugarloaf, Maines most vertical downhill ski area (great golf course, too!) and the Bigelow Preserve

(spectacular day hikes). The Carrabassett Valley area is really hard to beat if you are an outdoor recreation enthusiast! From Carrabassett Valley, the Loop proceeds to Stratton (Check out the Dead River Historical Society for information about the town that lies beneath Flagstaff Lake!) along Route 16 (locals refer to this stretch of road as “moose alley”) to Rangeley. In Rangeley Village, stop to explore the logging history of the region at the Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum, or take time out for trout fishing in the fabled Rangeley Lakes (or snowmobiling if the lakes are frozen over).

Great shopping and eating opportunities here, too! The little town of Weld (Mount Blue State Park, Morning Glory Bakery) is definitely worth aside trip as you head south along the Rangeley Lakes National Scenic Byway (Route 4).

NOTE: See pages 6-13 for great day-tripping ideas in Franklin County!

Wildlife as waterfowl production areas.

If a quiet canoe trip and the excitement of jump shooting appeal to you, consider the Chesterville WMA located in Franklin County. Chesterville is a long narrow marsh that follows the winding course of Little Norridgewock Stream. Narrow tracts of forested upland parallel to the marsh complete the 1,340 acre area. Gunning is best early in the season when woodies, black ducks, and hooded mergansers are plentiful, or maximize your hunting experience by visiting Chesterville in November and bag a deer and a limit of ducks in one outing.

If you crave a more remote hunting experience, check out Black Brook Flowage WMA in Pierce Pond Township. Three main tributaries feed the flowage creating irregular shorelines, islands, coves, and backwaters.

It is highly attractive to waterfowl; in fact, the use of this area by waterfowl rivals more traditionally renowned wetlands.

Hunting

You’ll find several thousand square miles and more than one hundred thousand acres of lakes and ponds, thousands of miles of rivers and streams, and nearly 150 miles of the rugged Appalachian Trail.

Within an hour’s drive of Farmington, hunters can access any one of six properties, comprising more than 3,000 acres, managed by the Department of Inland Fisheries and

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Height of Lands photo courtesy of Alana Ranney Parker.

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30 Years of

Blueberries! at The Wilton Blueberry Festival

172ND Annual Farmington Fair

August 3 & 4, 2012

High St., Farmington ME

Sept. 16 - 22, 2012 ‘A Great Traditional Agricultural Fair’

30 Years of Blueberries!

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30 Years of

Blueberries! at The Wilton Blueberry Festival

FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2012

8:30AM-6PM Book Sale - Wilton Free Public Library held @ Western ME Expo. Raffe.

9AM-2PM Blueberry Bazaar First Congregational Church - baked foods, crafts, coffee, blueberry

cake and hot dogs all day long, White Elephant table.

9AM-3PM Yard Sale Wilton Methodist Church - cold drinks, coffee and blueberry muffns served.

9AM-4PM Healthy Community Coalition Van open for information, Free Blood Pressure checks,

health recipes located on Franklin Savings Bank lawn.

9AM-5PM Crafters and Vendors - Downtown and Western ME Expo.

10AM-12PM Sammie Angel - Western ME Expo supported by Sykes.

10AM-3PM Free Horse-drawn wagon rides @ Western ME Expo by Hutchinson Farm.

10AM-4PM Open Forge Day - Wilton Historical Society by Western ME Blacksmith Assoc.

10AM-4PM Wilton Historical Society open for tours.Visit the Wilton Free Public Library.

11AM Lobster Roll Bag Lunch - St. Luke’s Episcopal Church until gone. 645-2639 for deliveries.

11AM-1PM WKTJ LIVE under Lion’s tent, FREE giveaways!

11AM-4PM Free Children’s Games and Face Painting - Kineowatha Park 11AM-5PM Dunk tank by Wilton Hardware.

12PM First Congregational Church Blueberry Pie A-LA Mode until gone.

12PM-4PM Thomaston Place Auction Galleries near Key Bank.

Appraisals 1item for $10 or 3 items for $25.

12PM-5PM Rock Wall, Franklin Savings Bank lawn. - Boy Scout Troop #518 dunk tank by Wilton 12:30-1:45PM Mitch Thomas @Western ME Expo.

1-4PM Boat Tours - sponsored by Friends of Wilson Lake ( FOWL) -held by the boat launch.

2:15-3:30PM Dean LePage @Western ME Expo.

1-4PM FREE Firetruck Rides! Neart Key Bank, courtesy of the Wilton Fire Dept.

4-5:30PM Tux Burke @Western ME Expo.

4:30PM Registration for races at Kineowatha Park.

5-6:30PM Chicken BBQ - First Cong. Church. Eat in or take-out. Call 645-2535 for orders.

6:30PM Kids One Miler starts at Kineowatha Park.

7PM Flag Folding by Farmington Emblem Club #460 @ Western ME Expo.

7:15PM Re-Creation @Western ME Expo.

7-9PM Bingo at the American Legion Post #117 $$$$ $CASH PRIZES $$$$$ 9am - Parade begins - supported by Wilton Lions.

FMI call Shannon at 778-4726.

9am-3pm -Blueberry Bazaar - First Congregational Church 9am-4pm - Open Forge Day - Wilton Historical Society by Western ME Blacksmith Assoc. Rock Wall and Hummer at Franklin Savings Bank.

Crafters & vendors downtown and Western ME Expo.Wilton Fish & Game Assoc. will hold an Open House on Rt. 2 10am-3pm - Quilt and Rug Show - Wilton Methodist Church.

10am-4pm - Wilton Historical Society open for tours.

11am-3pm - Luncheon - Wilton Methodist Church.

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11am-4pm Wilton Rec Dept. Dunk Tank by Wilton Hardware.

Elks Drug Awareness Trailer open @ Western Maine Expo.

11-4:30pm Book Sale - Western Maine Expo. Raffe.

Noon First Congregational Church Blueberry Pie A-LAmode until

gone. Register for Baby and Toddler DerbyRace,

Kineowatha Park. For more information, 778-4726.

12-3pm “CHIPS’ by 15th Masonic District Assoc. Child ID program 12-evening Boy Scout Troop #518 celebrating 100 years of scouting @

Kineowatha Park. FMI, call 860-8783.call 12:30-1:30pm Moose Creek Cloggers @ Western ME Expo.

12:30-3pm Blueberry Cook-Off - @ Western ME Expo. FMI call 778-4720.

Chili Tasting Contest - @ Western ME Expo. FMI call 778-4720.

1pm Baby and Toddler Derby Race, Kineowatha Park.

Kendal Burdin Fireman’s Muster - Main Street.

Antique Tractor Pull - Kineowatha Park.

1:30-2:30pm 195th Band Concert downtown by town square.

2-4pm Nancy & Bing Crosby @Western ME Expo.

3-7pm Sammie Angel & Jim Harris singing by town square.

4:30-6:30pm Pig Roast Supper under tent by Key Bank. FMI, 491-4667.

5-5:30pm First Congregational Church Raffe - to be held by KeyBank.

6:30pm Parade of Boats on Wilson Lake pre-freworks (tentative.)

Theme is ‘30 Years of Blueberries.’ FMI, call 645-3716.

8:45-9pm Fireworks display from the boat launch at dusk.

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Blueberry Pancake Breakfast - by the WiltonLion’s Club. Held next to Key Bank.

Parade Lineup - Western Maine Expo on Weld Road (Finish at Wilson Lake). Parade begins at 9 a.m. No personal cars in line-up area.

Doll Carriage and Bicycle Lineup - supported by Farmington Emblem Club #460.

FMI call Shannon 778-4726.

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Saddleback, Rangeley

www.saddlebackmaine.com Saddleback is bigger than you think, different from the rest, and still growing. As one of New England’s finest family resorts the mountain provides both extensive beginner terrain and a high elevation alpine experience with excellent snow surfaces and abundant snowfall. It offers 66 trails and glades ranging from gentle beginner slopes to rugged double black diamonds. Owned by the Berry Family since 2003, Saddleback focuses on keeping the sport affordable and making each guest feel welcome.

Kennebago Steeps!

perfect to call home while you’re on the mountain. Our condos and lodges are perfect for your Maine ski vacation or summer retreat. With 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedrooms, your friends and family can enjoy the convenience of being slopeside in beautifully appointed mountainside lodging, overlooking Saddleback Lake with amazing vistas of Western Maine’s lakes and mountains. The perfect backdrop for your vacation.

Saddleback Summer: Ski for the winter and stay for the summer. Saddleback offers a variety of summer packages and fun activities. Fly Fishing lessons and guided trips are the perfect way to enjoy a day on

the water and view the wildlife. Hiking, walking, biking and boating are also popular activities in the Rangeley Lakes region, and the new Saddleback Marina in Oquossoc makes it easier than ever to enjoy Rangeley Lake to it’s fullest. Don’t forget to go on one of Saddleback’s Moose tours!

Titcomb Mountain Farmington www.titcombmountain.com Enjoy the magic of skiing days and nights at Titcomb Mountain. Our 750-foot slope features 15 alpine trails for all skill levels, from beginner to expert, a terrain trail for snowboarders, and beautifully newly renovated

The Kennebago Steeps! is the largest steep skiing and riding facility in the East, with 12 trails and glades including the 44 acre Casablanca glade. These trails are top to bottom black diamond and double black diamond runs with no mixing with lower level trails. The Kennebago Steeps is serviced by the Kennebago Quad chairlift. Adjacent to the lift at the base of the Casablanca glade is Kennebago Station restaurant.

Peak Pass: Saddleback has expanded the PEAK (Promoting Education and Activity for Kids) pass to ALL New England Honors Students! Honor roll students in Maine, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont are eligible.

More Place to Stay: Come to Saddleback for your next vacation! Saddleback offers ski-in/ski-out trailside condominiums

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WINTER Nordic trails, totalling 15.4 kilometers. We also supplement the gifts of Mother Nature with snow making. Private ski lessons at $15 an hour can usually be arranged without 24hour notice and occasionally on very short notice. Please inquire if you are interested.

Titcomb Mountain is affordable and familyoriented, offering a number of free and low cost programs for children and adults.

Sugarloaf, Carrabassett Valley

www.sugarloaf.com The Largest Ski Area East of the Rockies: Sugarloaf is known around the world. Its ski terrain is legendary and its triangular shape is a sight to behold. Sugarloaf is the largest ski area east of the Rockies and it attracts an incredible cast of characters. They are called “Sugarloafers” and their stories as varied as the places they come from. Simply put – Sugarloaf is world-class. Join us.

Sugarloaf 2020: In the summer of 2010, the mountain launched Sugarloaf 2020.

Sugarloaf 2020 is the ten-year road map for future capital investment and growth at the resort. Since the announcement, the resort has seen 270 acres of new terrain added to the resort and sweeping improvements to its infrastructure. For the ski season of 2011-12, the resort will add another 135 acres of silent, powderfilled ski terrain. Plus, the resort willinstall a state-of-the-art, fixed-grip quad chairlift. At Sugarloaf, the future is bright and complete details can be found at sugarloaf 2020.com.

Summer at Sugarloaf: When the snow melts, Sugarloaf transforms to a summer destination.

The Sugarloaf Golf Club is a renowned course.

It’s been ranked the #1 course in the state of Maine 24 times, and it lures golfers with its incredible views and stark beauty.

The mountain offers thrill seekers the ability to view the forest canopy with our zipline tours. And, for those who want an awe

inspiring view – our scenic lift rides get you high above the valley floor.

Maine Maple Sunday Always the fourth Sunday in March check local newspapers for listings and the Chamber website event calendar for participating farms. Most give tours and samples, some offer great pancake breakfasts! Mmm.

One rigorous snowshoe trip is the 8.0-mile round-trip climb to the summit of Burnt Mountain via the East Trail. From the summit, the panorama includes the slopes of Sugarloaf, and if the clouds are taking the day off, distant Mount Washington in New Hampshire and wild Katahdin in Baxter State Park.

Mt. Blue State Park, Weld

Maple Trail.

Mount Blue State Park has that remote feel to it. Though about a two and one half-hour drive from Bangor and less than two hours from Portland, the 5,000-acre park is like a walk on the wild side. From winter headquarters on Center Hill Road, just the panorama of a shimmering Webb Lake below and the frosty Tumbledown Mountain Range (and more) in the distance is worth the drive. The park, which attracts some 60,000 visitors per year, has 14.0 miles of crosscountry ski trails. This is also snowmobile country. Skiers and snowshoers have the option of using the snowmobile trails, too. Snowshoers are asked to stay off the ski trails. But, snowshoe only trails may be cut in the future.

Snowshoeing

Bunawabskeg (Redington Pond) Loop, Carrabassett Valley A jewel of a mountain, remote Sugarloaf is the second highest mountain in Maine.

Though the ‘Loaf in winter is primarily associated with downhill skiing and snowboarding, the 60-mile network of crosscountry ski trails at the Sugarloaf/USA Outdoor Center near the base of the pyramid shaped mountain are groomed pathways through the Maine woods with views of the snowcapped Bigelow Range. With the explosion of snowshoeing, webbed trekkers can waddle on the skate lane of all 60 miles or twist their way through the 18 miles of snowshoe-only trails.

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WINTER Take a hike!

Join the Sugarloaf staff for a fun and informative Snowshoe Safari. Meet your friends for a weekly “Shoe ‘n’ Stew” lunch tour or venture out for a moonlight snowshoe adventure. Always call ahead, conditions permitting.

Ice Skating

Skate on one of the many lakes and ponds or at Hippach Field in Farmington, night or day, which also has a warming house with a woodstove. Kineowatha Park in Wilton also offers an outdoor rink and lights with a warming house.

Carrabassett Valley also offers great ice skating.

Located 1 mile south of the Sugarloaf access road. Sign on south side of Rt. 27. Follow gravel drive 3/4 mile to parking area at lodge.

Ice Fishing

Ice fishing can be enjoyed on virtually any Maine lake or pondas long as the ice is thick enough. Landlocked salmon and trout are some of the favorite fish to catch in Maine. For a list of lakes open to ice fishing in Franklin Count, visit: www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing/opportunitie

Snowboarding

www.sugarloaf.com SuperPipe and Terrain Parks Sugarloaf has completely redesigned its terrain park landscape, adding two new parks, a permanent snowboardcross course, and an entirely rebuilt Superpipe. The new parks include the Haywire advanced park, and the Skybound beginner park on Whiffletree. Sidewinde, the new snowboardcross course, was built in collaboration with Sugarloaf’s own Seth Wescott and is located underneath the Super Quad. Intermediate park features will once again be found in the Stomping Grounds.

Sugarloaf’s Superpipe is 400 feet long and is maintained with a state of the art 18-foot Zaugg Pipe Monster.

For beginning pipe riders, a fully maintained mini-pipe will once again be located in the Stomping Grounds.

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WINTER Snowmobiling

For snowmobilers, winter in Maine is filled with travel, adventures and the camaraderie of those who enjoy the crisp fresh air and changeable landscape of the season. Last year over 102,000 snowmobilers found winter adventure on the Maine snowmobile trail system, exploring the state, visiting winter festivals and events and sharing the experience with outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for snow riding.

Day tripping from home or trailering far from home, snowmobilers seek the same thing - well groomed, well marked trails. Forty years of trail development by snowmobile club volunteers have produced a system of over 13,500 miles of such trails in Maine.

Several thousand miles are designated as the ‘Interconnected Trail System’, a connected network of travel providing long distance riding across the state. In a good snow year, riders may access the ITS at any chosen location and snowmobile to any other location in the system.

Think snow...

Wherever that snow lands this winter, there’s most likely an MSA club in the area that has been preparing for its arrival for months.

Volunteers have consulted with landowners, brushed out the trail, built and repaired bridges, posted signage and, as grooming begins, are ready to welcome riders to their trails. MSA snowmobile clubs are proud of their trail system, and welcome all visitors who ride safely, operate within the law and respect the land, the landowners and the clubs’ efforts.

Franklin County welcomes you - enjoy!

The Black Fly Loop “Maine’s Premier Mountain Snowmobile Trail” Like the hub of a great wheel, the Black Fly Loop circles the heart of Franklin County, connecting the spokes that comprise the more than 300 miles of well groomed mountain trails. These trails reach north through Eustis, Jackman and The Forks, west to Rangeley, Oquossoc and New Hampshire, east to Carrabassett Valley, Kingfield, and North New Portland, and south to Farmington, Wilton and Weld.

Spectacular lookouts abound from mountaintops to glacier valleys, and from lakes to ponds. Picturesque New England towns and villages provide service and amenities for all tastes. You could catch a moose or deer drinking in one of the small streams, so bring your cameras and discover the magic places the Black Fly Loop has to offer.

Highlights of the Trail • Rangeley Lake: Where the “Snodeo” winter carnival is held in January.

• Daggett Rock: Largest above-ground glacier rock in the U.S. – Madrid/Phillips.

• Weld Lake: Where grand mountains rise right out of the lake • Tiger Den: Tiger White first broke this trail to overlook ofWeld/Carthage.

• Allen’s Pinnacle: Overlooks Salem, Phillips and the moun-tains to the west.

• Kingfield Overlook: Breathtaking views of Kingfield • Millay Hill: A great picnic spot. Just a short jog off the trail there is also another beautiful view of the mountains to the west.

• Grand Falls: Largest horseshoe falls north of Niagara - Stratton/Eustis • Bigelow Lodge: Owned by the State of Maine and manned by volunteers on week ends, this is a great place to stop and warm up by the fire. Enjoy cofee and donuts, donations are accepted.

• Stratton/Eustis: Polar Blast held in early February. Games, Radar Run, Poker Run and Scavenger Hunt.

• Kennebago Mountain: Don’t miss this ride to the top where a fox has met riders in recent years looking for a leftover sandwich.

• Bannoc Overlook/Farmington: Overlooks Clearwater Pond.

• Bug Eye Mountain/Eustis: Overlooks Chain of Ponds.

• Bag Mountain/Eustis: Overlooks the Canadian Trail. This view will take your breath away.

The Black Fly Loop has the widest variety of trails available in the east. These uncrowded trails wander through stands of pine, and climb majestic mountains. Snow Goer Magazine and Snowmobile Magazine considers the region to be one of the top 40 snowmobiling HOT SPOTS in the United States and Canada (see October 1997 issues).

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Chester Greenwood Day This Farmington entrepreneur has gone down in history as the inventor of ear muffs. An inventor for the ordinary man, he could look at a labor intensive job and then figure out how to get it done moresimply and comfortably.

Chester Greenwood also invented the wide bottom kettle, spring steel rake, shock absorber that is an ancestor to today’s airplane-landing gear, a new type of spark plug, a simple donut hook, a folding bed, and bearings to keep wheels from wrenching off.

Greenwood was 15 when he designed the first pair of ear protectors out of wire, beaver fur and cloth. At the age of 19 he acquired a U.S. patent. By age 28 Chester Greenwood & Company factory was producing and shipping Champion Ear Protectors worldwide. In 1936 the company had its biggest year producing 400,000 pairs.

This Annual event brings in a few thousand folks to the area to watch and/or participate in an hour-long parade which ends at the Franklin County Courthouse and Meetinghouse Park where the Chester Greenwood Flag is raised and a few words about this spectacular individual are spoken.

Come inside and warm up as you enjoy taste-testing the Chili entered in the Annual Chili Challenge or view the wonderful gingerbread houses that many have spent hours on in the Annual Gingerbread House Contest - both being hosted by the Chamber. Those who attend may also enjoy a tasty piece of cake in honor of Chester Greenwood.

As you stroll throughout the downtown area, you’ll see folks of all sizes and ages having great fun while shopping, enjoying food from the wonderful eateries, or enjoying a relaxing and scenic horse and buggy ride throughout the downtown area. You may even run into one of Chester’s family as many make the trek to Farmington each year to participate in the parade and visit with relatives who still live locally. Local student musicians and carollers also line the streets and corners sharing beautiful songs and carols for passers-by.

Always held the first Saturday in December (mark your calendars for December 1 this year!). The following Saturday, The Farmington Rotary puts on its Annual Festival of Trees. Several trees are brought in early with volunteers from several businesses and organizations decorating each in their own theme. The trees can be viewed all day long and are then auctioned off at a gala event in the evening to the highest bidder. The trees are delivered to each recipients home, decorations and tree stand included. This is a great community event and a fundraiser for this great organization.

Chester Greenwood Day is hosted by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce (778-4215). We hope you will plan to join us this year.

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Wilson Lake, Wilton. Photo courtesy of Susan Atwood.

Bass Park

Lake Road - just half a mile west from the junction of Rtes. 2&4 in Wilton, on the shore of the beautiful Wilson Lake. You will enjoy the gazebo and picnic tables, play area, and scenic vistas of lake and mountains.

Cathedral Pines

Route 27, Cathedral Pines Campground, Eustis. Among the tall pines on the shores of Flagstaff Lake, public sandy beach, playground, dock and changing room. Take a walk on the Nature Trail located just across Route 27.

Eastman’s Park

Route 142, Phillips (parking on the north side of the bridge. Picnic area, great swimming and wading holes, sandy areas, unique playground.

Kingfield - Town Park Curve Street, Kingfield. Playground, tarred basketball court,playground, picnic area, large grassy lawn.

Park-by-the-Bridge Route 149, Phillips. Picnic area, grills, swimming hole.

Rangeley Lakeside Park

Downtown Rangeley on the shores of Rangeley Lake. Large lawn area, public sand beach and swimming area, dock, rest-rooms, swings, covered picnic tables, boat launch, tennis and basketball courts.

Riverside Park

Avenue, Stratton. Nestled in the pines, tennis court, basketball court, playground, picnic area, grills, bathroom facilities.

Route 27, along the Carrabassett River in Carrabassett Valley. Swimming pool, wading and swimming holes, tennis courts, basketball court, playground, covered picnic area, volleyball court, bathroom facilities, grills, softball field

Precartin Park

Wire Bridge

Flagstaff Lake, Blanchard Park Blanchard

Park Street, Phillips. Picnic tables, small playground.

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Off Route 27 in North New Portland, along the Carrabassett River. Historic Civil Engineering Landmark built in 1865-66. Pic-nic

tables, grills, a sandy beach, swimming & wading holes.

Lance Corporal Scott Paul Memorial Town Park Strong, Route 149, Burbank Hill Road (take the right onto Burbank Hill Road after the second bridge). Picnic area, grills, horseshoes, bathroom facilities, playground, and more.

Center Hill Mt. Blue State Park, Weld - Junction of 142/156.

This picnic area offers gorgeous views of Mt. Blue, Tumbledown, Webb Lake and mountains and lakes beyond. There are covered picnic tables, rest rooms, and walking paths

Kineowatha Park High Street Entrance, Wilson Lake, Wilton.

Town park with swimming, tennis, basketball, playing fields, horseshoes,children’s area, volleyball and picnic/BBQ areas, nature trails, Lodge with indoor games, food and drink.

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Moose Watching

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No trip to into the mountains of Maine would be complete without spotting one of our favorite forest friends, the Maine moose.

Sometimes described as oversized ugly horses, moose capture - or should we say “demand” - the attention of passersby. Sugarloaf and Saddleback offer moose tours in the summer, but moose sightings are still plentiful through fall.

Moose can almost always be spotted behind the Sugarloaf Check-In Center on the Access Road, on the Dallas Hill Road just off Route 4 to Saddleback’s base area, and “Moose Alley” on Route 16 between Stratton and Rangeley. They are often out and about at dusk. So hit the road carefully, and try your luck!

Moose are most likely spotted during late spring to mid-summer and the month of September. Early morning and evening and noon to 2 p.m. seem to be the best times of day for spotting these large animals while they eat a diet of woodland and aquatic vegetation (up

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to 40 to 50 pounds a day!) During your search, keep in mind the fact that a moose does have poor eyesight, but a very keen sense of hearing and smell. Also remember to stay away from cows (females) with calves in tow, and bulls (males) during “Rutting Season” as they are likely to charge the unwary tourist!

to mid-October. Moose shed their winter coats (molting) between May and late June, giving their coat a very ragged look (as shown in the photo above). Moose usually stay within a range over a two to four square mile area and can travel up to 35 mph!

Calves are born beginning in late May to early June and weigh in at 20-35 pounds at birth.

Their coats are a red-brown. Moose reach maturity in five years and their color changes to a darkbrown to black with lighter legs. They are in their ‘prime’ from 5 to 10 years and can live to about 20 years of age. Full height is usually reached in two years. A full grown bull moose can measure up to 10 feet long, 7 feet at the shoulder, with legs 40 inches long or more, and a rack measuring over 60 inches (with 20 or more ‘points’) and weighing over 60 pounds.

Full weight is reached in about 5 years. Bulls can reach up to 1,400 pounds (average 1,0001,200 pounds), cows weigh between 700 and 900 pounds.

Mating season (rutting) runs mid-September

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Moose Watching

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Photo courtesy of Steve Mitman Photography.

Some of the best ‘moose watching’ spots in Franklin County include: Route 4 - Phillips to Rangeley Route 16 - Rangeley to Stratton Route 16/27 - Stratton to Carrabassett Valley Route 27 - Between Eustis and the Chain of Ponds Route 142 - Between Phillips and Weld Kennebago Logans - Stetsontown - From Eustis Village, drive approximately 15 miles west on Tim Pond Road to the Kennebago River bridge. Canoe one mile downstream to the Logans.

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Carrabassett Valley Library 1234 Carrabassett Drive Farmington Public Library 117 Academy Street www.farmington.lib.me.us/ Franklin County Court House Law Library 140 Main Street, Farmington Jay-Niles Memorial Library 983 Main Street, North Jay

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Jim Ditzler Memorial Library 37 Library Road, New Sharon www.newsharon.lib.me.us

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New Vineyard Public Library 20 Lake Street Phillips Public Library 96 Main Street www.phillips.lib.me.us Rangeley Public Library 7 Lake Street www.rangeleyme.com/library Stratton Public Library 88 Main Street www.stratton.lib.me.us/ Strong Public Library 14 S. Main Street Webster Free Library 22 Depot Street, Kingfield Weld Public Library 25 Church Street Wilton Free Public Library 6 Goodspeed Street www.wilton-free.lib.me.us

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Health Services

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Health Care ranklin County

boasts some of the best medical care in the state of Maine. Coordination among agencies and quality service within agencies make medical care exceptional and comparable to care received in much more urban areas.

Franklin Community Health Network www.fchn.org111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington Franklin Community Health Network combines sophisticated medical expertise and facilities, with strong community values. Our mission is to work cooperatively with other concerned individuals and organizations to achieve the highest level of health and wellness possible for the people of Greater Franklin County. Franklin Community Health Network affiliates include:

Franklin Memorial Hospital www.fchn.org/fmh 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-6031, 1-800-398-6031 Services: Franklin Memorial Hospital is a progressive, not-for-profit community general hospital whose mission is to provide high quality, cost-effective, patientcentered health care. The 65-bed hospital is fully qualified and accredited to handle a broad range of medical, surgical, pediatric, women’s care, and diagnostic services.

Top quality specialty care is offered including: cardiology, cardiovascular health, pediatric cardiology, diabetes education, oncology and hematology, orthopaedics, occupational health, pain management, pediatric endocrinology, physical rehabilitation, pulmonology, sleep disorders, sports medicine, and wound care. Each year, more than 2,500 surgeries are performed in our modern surgical suites. These procedures include total

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joint replacements, Caesarean sections, appendectomies, breast biopsies, cataracts, oral surgeries, micro hand surgeries, arthroscopy of a joint, and others. The quality of care consistently rates excellent in surveys and studies.

The obstetrics and pediatrics unit offers women and children thoughtfully decorated private rooms. Our family birth center offers advanced anesthesia including epidurals and a fully equipped nursery. Our unit is staffed with caring and compassionate board-certified obstetricians, pediatricians, family practitioners, lactation consultants, and nurse doulas. And, we offer prenatal education, information on developing a birth plan, and home visits a few days after birth.

The Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center offers timely access to state-ofthe-art digital screening, diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasounds, clinical, and care support services by a multi-disciplinary team of experts. The Center offers digital mammography in two convenient locations.

The Ben Franklin Center houses five conference rooms, all with advanced technology, allowing teleconferencing from remote locations and wireless communication equipment. Individuals, community groups, local agencies, and state and national organizations have chosen the Center as their host for conferences, seminars, and more.

Finally, Franklin Memorial Hospital is noted for its innovation. The hospital was Maine’s first hospital to offer prenatal nurse home visits to all first-time parents, the first to perform laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, the first rural Maine hospital to install a 64-slice CT scanner, and the first in the state to declare itself smoke-free.

Evergreen Behavioral Services www.fchn.org/ebs 131 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 779-2843, Crisis Hotline: 1-888-568-1112 Services: The agency provides 24/7 emergency mental health response and community outreach services in Greater Franklin County.

Healthy Community Coalition of Greater Franklin County www.fchn.org/hcc 105 Mt. Blue Circle, Suite 1, Farmington779-3136, 1-800-525-3136 Services: The Healthy Community Coalition sponsors programs and events to support healthy lifestyles that prevent disease and improve the quality of life.

The organization’s mobile health unit and community outreach efforts appear in every town and corner of the region, offering screenings and health information.

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Health Care NorthStar Emergency Medical Services www.fchn.org/NorthStar 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 779-2770 NorthStar is a full service, regional emergency ambulance transport service.

NorthStar is dispatched out of five base locations strategically positioned throughout the service area, and responds to more than 5,000 calls a year including medical emergencies, auto accidents, snowmobile and ATV rescues, and nursing home transfers, among others.

Franklin Health Multi-Specialty Medical Group www.fchn.org/franklin-health Services: Franklin Health is a multi-specialty group practice sponsored by Franklin Memorial Hospital, which includes 12 medical and surgical practices. Franklin Health is the largest provider of health care services in the region, and is one of the largest and finest medical practices in Maine.

The practices are linked together by technology, an integrated medical record, and a common concept of family-centered care.

Franklin Health Internal Medicine Mt. Blue Health Center, 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-4922

Franklin Health Livermore Falls Family Practice Androscoggin Valley Medical Arts Center, 21 Main Street, Livermore Falls 897-6601

Franklin Health Wilton Family Practice 75 Allen Street, Wilton 645-4577

Franklin Health Women’s Care Franklin Health Medical Arts Center, 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-6394

Franklin Health Orthopaedics Franklin Health Medical Arts Center, 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-9001

Franklin Health Pediatrics Franklin Health Medical Arts Center, 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-0482

Franklin Health Surgery Franklin Health Medical Arts Center, 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-6579

Franklin Health Behavioral Services Mt. Blue Health Center, 131 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-0035

Franklin Health Child & Adolescent Development Pediatrics Mt. Blue Health Center, 131 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 779-2168

Franklin Health Dermatology Franklin Health Medical Arts Center, 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 779-2410

Franklin Health Ear, Nose & Throat 105 Mt. Blue Circle, Suite 2, Farmington 779-2640

Franklin Health Farmington Family Practice Franklin Health Medical Arts Center, 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington 778-3326

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Town Offices Avon Route 4 / Phone 207-639-5326

Carthage 703A Carthage Road / Phone 207-562-8874

Carrabassett Valley* 1001 Carriage Road / Phone 207-235-2645

Chesterville 409 Dutch Gap Road / Phone 207-778-2433

Coplin Plantation 8 School Street, Stratton

Dallas Plantation 436 Dallas Hill Road / Phone 207-864-5991

Eustis/Stratton 88 Main Street / Phone 207-246-4401

Farmington 153 Farmington Falls Road / Phone 207-778-6539

Industry Route 43 / Phone 207-778-5050

Jay 99 Main Street / Phone 207-897-6785

Kingfield 38 School Street / Phone 207-265-4637

New Sharon Cape Cod Hill Road / Phone 207-778-4046

New Vineyard 20 Lake Street / Phone 207-652-2222

Phillips 15 Russell Street / Phone 207-639-3561

Rangeley (& Oquossoc) 15 School Street / Phone 207-864-3326

Rangeley Plantation South Shore Drive / Phone 207-864-5163

Sandy River Plantation 33 Town Hall Road / Phone 207-864-2234

Strong 14 South Main Street / Phone 207-684-4002

Temple 258 Temple Road / Phone 207-778-6680

Weld Carthage Road / Phone 207-585-2348

Wilton* 158 Weld Street / Phone 207-645-4961 *Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Municipal Member.

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Education:

your key to success!

The University of Maine at Famington 111 South Street Farmington, Maine 04938 www.umf.maine.edu

Established in 1864 as the state’s first public institution of higher education, the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is Maine’s public liberal arts college. Rooted in a rich tradition of teacher preparation, UMF has built a reputation as one of the finest public liberal arts colleges in New England. It offers quality programs in the arts and sciences, teacher education, health and human services and pre-professional studies -- at an exceptional value.

For nearly 150 years, the University of Maine at Farmington has earned a national reputation for excellence. Rated one of “America’s Best Colleges” for 15 consecutive years by USNews & World Report (19982012), the University was also named one of USNews’ 2012 best college value “Great Schools, Great Prices.” According to USNews, the higher the quality of the program and the lower the cost, the better the deal. The University of Maine at Farmington, Bowdoin, Bates, and Colby colleges were the only Maine schools named to the list.

University of Maine at Farmington and the FarmingtonWilton area have a long tradition of close “town/gown” relations. Located in downtown Farmington, the friendly 2,000-student campus adds a distinctive college town atmosphere to the community. Each fall as college students arrive for the start of a new school year, the town buzzes with renewed energy and vitality.

The University is also an integral member of the Farmington area community. In fact, many of the University’s facilities and offerings are open to the public.

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A centerpiece of the close campuscommunity partnership is the University’s Fitness & Recreation Center. Open year-round, seven days a week, the facility features a fully equipped and supervised weight room with free weights and weight machines; a cardio fitness area; threemulti-purpose courts; a 1/ mile walking /jogging track; and a 6-lane 25 yard swimming pool.

The Center offers countless fitness classes, professional trainers, swim lessons for all ages, children’s programs, senior’s programs, programming for special needs and more.

The UMF campus is always busy, helping to establish the Farmington-Wilton area as the cultural enter of the region.

The University and the community are partners in hosting a rich blend of experiences in the arts. The list of organizations offering opportunities to enjoy, and participate in the arts is impressive. Community members are encouraged to take part in UMF’s Community Orchestra, Concert Band, Community Orchestra, and Theatre UMF. The University also partners with the community-based Arts Institute of Western Maine, and the Sandy River Players and each summer hosts the Maine Jazz Camp.

In addition, UMF welcomes the community to countless oncampus concerts, lectures, debates, films, readings, comedy nights, and a wide range of other cultural and educational offerings year-round. Nestled alongside UMF’s Merrill Hall / Nordica Auditorium, UMF’s new Emery Community Arts Center forms an innovative and exciting “Arts District” right on campus.

Opened in fall 2011, the Emery Community Arts Center is a stateof-the-art multi-use arts space, combining indoor performance venues, art galleries, class space, outdoor performance areas and more. A true college / community arts collaboration, this technologyrich environment offers dynamic opportunities for expression in the arts across the campus and beyond. Made possible through a $5 million gift by a generous benefactor, the Center is named in honor of Ted and Marguerite Emery, arts enthusiasts and long-time Farmington residents.

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The campus events calendar at www. umf.maine.edu is updated regularly.

Listings are also available in local newspapers, posted on various town bulletin boards, and on websites such as www.mpbn.org. If athletics are of interest, UMF is the place to be.

Farmington’s youth soccer program and area sports camps are held at UMF’s Prescott Athletic Fields. The fields are available for area softball leagues and all kinds of pickup games. The public is always welcome to cheer on UMF’s baseball, basketball, cross-country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, alpine/nordic skiing, soccer, softball, rugby, volleyball, and ultimate Frisbee teams.

UMF’s Gold LEAF Institute Senior College provides lifelong learning opportunities for area adults age 50 and older.

This popular program offers invigorating classes, lectures, presentations, field trips and social interaction -- without the pressure of tests, term papers or other academic requirements.

The University’s Mantor Library is open to the public yearround, offering free library cards to community residents aged 12 and older. The community is also welcome to use Mantor Library’s Internet access, browse its 700+ periodicals, its 100,000 volume collection and make use of its other holdings. In addition to the many opportunities for community involvement on campus, UMF’s students, staff and faculty are actively engaged in the community. Its students regularly do their student teaching in area schools, volunteer as coaches in youth sports programs and teach area youngsters swimming, reading, or how to speak a foreign language. UMF students participate in numerous other volunteer activities that better their neighborhoods.

In fact volunteerism is even a part of the curriculum (called “Service-Learning”) in some UMF classes. In addition, many of the University’s 350+ employees are heavily involved in the community, serving countless civic and religious organizations.

The University of Maine at Farmington is also proud of its regional and national leadership. UMF is a founding member of The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), an exclusive national group of 25 public colleges and universities committed to providing superior liberal arts and sciences education, the creation of teaching and learning communities, and to the expansion of access to an undergraduate liberal arts education.

But UMF is also known for its leadership and legacy in the field of Education. Simply put, the University of Maine at Farmington continues to produce the best and brightest teachers. In fact, four of the past seven Maine “Teacher of the Year” have been UMF Education graduates. And University of Maine at Farmington Education graduates have been named Teacher of the Year in other states, as well (N.H., Vt., to name a few). UMF is one of only a handful of institutions in Maine to be fully-accredited by both the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

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Franklin Community College Network Front Street/ Farmington, ME 04938 www.franklinnetwork.org

Rural western Maine is one of the state’s most unique regions.

The Franklin County Community College Network recognizes this uniqueness. Through a partnership with Central Maine Community College, higher educational opportunities for students in Franklin County are now readily available, uniquely positioned to fit the particular needs of local people.

Community higher education, made accessible It takes a village to educate its people – the Franklin County Community College Network is a networked approach to higher education – an approach that’s both affordable and accessible.

Carrabassett Valley Academy

3197 Carrabassett Drive Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 www.gocva.comCarrabassett Valley Academy is more than a school. It’s a way of life. Since 1982, CVA has offered a personalized and challenging opportunity for learning. A fully accredited co-educational boarding and day school with an extremely supportive culture as a world-leading snowboard and ski academy with programs that foster the aspirations of student-athletes by providing the opportunity to excel, both academically and athletically.

The unique collegeprep programming combines individualized academic study and athletic training for alpine racing, freestyle moguls and freeride, big mountain skiing, and snowboarding.

The CVA experience will encourage hard work, self-discipline and dedication, providing a solid foundation for success in every aspect of your life.

The school district is governed by a fifteen member Board of Directors elected from the nine towns served by MSAD 9.

Each director serves a three year term. The Board of Directors employs a superintendent, an assistant superintendent, a business manager, six principals, three assistant principals, a teaching principal, a special services director, nearly 400 teachers/support staff personnel.

MSAD 58

1401 Rangeley Road / Phillips, ME 04966 www.msad58.org Serves approxmatly 500 square miles and is comprised of five towns: Phillips, Eustis, Avon, Kingfield and Strong.

Rangeley Lakes Regional School

43 Mendolia Road / Rangeley, Maine 04970 www.rlrs.org

Jay Public Schools

31 Community Drive / Jay, Maine 04239 www.jayschools.org

Public Schools (K-12)

Mt. Blue Regional School District 115 Learning Lane / Farmington, ME 04938 www.mtbluersd.org Formed in the 1960’s, Mt. Blue Regional School District is a sprawl-ing school district that includes nine towns in parts of two counties. There are five elementary schools located in New Sharon (1), Far-ington (2), and Wilton (2); a middle school in Farmington; and a high school located between the towns of Wilton and Farmington. About 2,400 students attend classes in these buildings.

The district also boasts a regional Applied Technology Center, located on the high school site. The Center serves four nearby school districts as well as Mt. Blue RSD. The fifteenth largest school district in Maine, Mt. Blue RSD offers rich programs in the classroom, a strong athletic program (championship girls’ ski team below, championship boys’ ski team below left), an outstanding music program, and an excellent art program. seventyfive percentor more of the high school graduates go directly on to further education.

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Maple Syrup Facts ... Did You know? 

Maine produced 310,000 gallons of maple syrup in 2010.

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It takes 40 gallons of sugar maple sap to make one gallon of pure Maine Maple Syrup.

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It takes freezing cold nights and warm sunny days with temperatures in the 40’s and up before the sap will run.

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It takes approximately 40 years for a sugar maple tree to reach tapping size. The sugar maples need to be tapped, the lines run, the buckets hung, the sap gathered daily, the wood cut, the fires watched, the sap boiled down to syrup, and the syrup packaged and labeled before it reaches your table.

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Light Amber colored syrup is most often made from the first, brief flows of the season. It has pronounced sweetness with a very delicate maple flavor and is popular with maple connoisseurs.

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Medium Amber has a slightly darker amber color with a gentle but more pronounced maple flavor. This syrup is desirable for pancakes, waffles, French toast, and cereal and is a great all-purpose syrup.

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Dark Amber syrup has a uniquely balanced maple sweetness that makes it a pleasing syrup for many consumers. Its characteristic flavoring makes it a favorite for cooking, as well as a superb table syrup.

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Extra Dark Amber has a very hardy maple flavor but less pronounced sweetness. It may be used as table syrup or in cooking.

Where to get your own bottle of locally made Maple Syrup...

Go to www.getrealgetmaine.com for a complete list of local farms and markets.

DOn’T FORGET MAInE MAPLE SunDAy - ALWAyS THE 4TH SunDAy In MARCH!

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Business Directory ADVERTISING & MEDIA Daily Bulldog LLC www.dailybulldog.com Ph/Fax: 207-778-6905 127 Smiling Goat Lane Farmington, ME 04938 Franklin Journal 207-778-2075 197 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 Mt. Blue Community Access TV www.mtbluetv.org 207-7788146 224 Main St., Farmington, ME 04938 The Original Irregular www.theirregular.com 207-265-2773 / Fax 207-265-2775 239 Main Street, Kingfield, ME 04947 Sun Journal www.sunjournal.com 207-778-6772 / Fax 207-778-5524 187 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 Turner Publishing Inc. www.turnerpublishing.net 207-225-2076 / Fax 207-225-5333 5 Fern Street, Turner, ME 04282 West Coast Maine Magazine www.west coastmaine.com 207-743-8616 272 Pikes Hill, Norway, ME 04268-5323 WKTJ 99.3FM www.993ktj.com 207-778-3400 121 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938 WSKI-TV (Snowfields Productions) www.wskitv.com 207-237-6895 5092 Access Rd., Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947

AGRICULTURE, FISHING & FORESTRY Franklin County Agricultural Society www.farmingtonfairmaine.com 207-778-6083 PO Box 652, Farmington, ME 04938 King & I Angus www.kingandiangus.com 207-778-0154 70 Angus Lane, Industry, ME 04938

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Knowlton Corner Farm www.knowltoncornerfarm.com 207-778-6520 / Fax 207-778-6520 341 Knowlton Corner Road Farmington, ME 04938 Maine Antique Tractor Club www.maineantiquetractorclub.com 207-362-3351 35 North Shore Drive Smithfield, ME 04978 R.S. Osgood & Sons www.rsosgood.com 207-645-4934 / Fax 207-645-3832 1101 US Route 2 West East Dixfield, ME 04227 Sandy River Alpacas www.sandyriveralpacas.com 207-696-8416 1005 New Sharon Rd., Starks, ME04911 Wilton Fish & Game Association 207-670-6978 Route 2 West, PO Box 339 Wilton, ME 04294

Sandy River & Rangeley Lakes Railroad www.srrl-rr.org 207-778-3621 128 Bridge St., Phillips, ME 04966 Ski Museum of Maine www.skimuseumofmaine.org 207-265-2023 246 Main Street Kingfield, ME 04947 Skye Theatre Performing Arts Center www.necelticarts.com 207-562-4445 / Fax 207-562-4445 2 Highland Drive South Carthage, ME 04227 Stanley Museum, Inc. www.stanleymuseum.org 207-265-2729 / Fax 207-265-4700 40 School Street Kingfield, ME 04947 Western Maine Storytelling Festival www.wmsfestival.org 107 Vacation Estates Farmington, ME 04938

ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT Arts Institute of Western Maine www.artsinstitute.org PO Box 325, Farmington, ME 04938 Abram Audio www.abramaudio.com 207-678-2770 / 207-860-0841 7 Jackson Dr., Salem TWP, ME 04983 Kingfield Festival Days Committee 207-639-5120 P.O. Box 32, Kingfield, ME 04947 Kingfield POPS www.kingfieldpops.com 207-265-4027 PO Box 365, Kingfield, ME 04947 Native Tree Pottery www.nativetreepottery.com 207-587-2280 1911 Mercer Rd., Mercer, ME 04938 Nordica Homestead Memorial Association www.lilliannordica.com 207-778-2042 116 Nordica Lane Farmington, ME 04938

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Business Directory Wilton Blueberry Festival Corp. www.wiltonbbf.com 207-778-4726 25 Pleasant View Heights Wilton, ME 04294 Wilton Historical Society Farm ‘n Home Museum www.thewiltonfarmandhomemuseum.org 207-645-2091 10 Canal Street, Wilton, ME 04294

Hight Chevrolet www.hightchevy.net 207-778-3354 437 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 Steve’s Tune n Tire 207-897-5512 17 French Falls Rd., Jay, ME 04239

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

AUTOMOTIVE, AVIATION, & MARINE

A-Copi Imaging Systems www.a-copi.com 207-623-2674 / Fax 207-582-0438 34 AG Drive, Gardiner, ME 04345

Collins Enterprises, Inc. www.collinstowingandrepair.com 207-645-3088 / Fax 207-645-4616 445 US Route 2 East East Wilton, ME 04294

A. Maurais & Son, Inc. www.amauraisandsoninc.com 207-897-3027/Fax: 207-897-6554 7 Hillside Road, Jay, ME 04239

Farmington Ford www.farmingtonfordmercury.com 207-778-3334 531 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 Franklin Chrysler, Inc. www.franklinchrysler.com 207-778-9500 484 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Creative Energy, LLC www.creativeenergyllc.com 207-418-0086 / Fax 207-778-9420 58 Morrison Hill Rd., Wilton, ME 04294 CruiseOne www.cruiseone.com/kpiffath 207-582-2421 P.O. Box 112 Weld, ME, 04285

Cullenberg Law Offices 207-778-6644 120 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938 Farmington Downtown Association www.downtownfarmington.com 207-778-9105 PO Box 22, Farmington, ME 04938 Flagstaff Area Business Association www.eustismaine.com 207-670-0808 Box 134, Eustis, ME 04936 Greater Franklin Development Corp. www.greaterfranklin.com 207-778-5887 / Fax 207-778-3442 165 Front Street, Farmington, ME 04938 J.S. McCarthy Printers www.jsmccarthy.com 207-622-6241 / Fax 207-622-2332 15 Darin Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 Main-Land Development Consultants Inc. www.main-landdevelopment.com 207-897-6752 / Fax 207-897-5404 42 Church St., Livermore Falls, ME 04254

Cathedral Pines CAMPGROUND Eustis, ME

The Cathedral Pines are famous for their beauty and are a regular tourist attraction in this part of Maine.

Season is from May 15 to October 1

207.246.3491 catpine@tds.net Pot Hole Season Is Here!

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WELL DRILLING, PUMP & SUPPLY CO. Richard Burns Trent Robinson

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Homes ♦ Camps ♦ Condos Farms ♦ Land ♦ Waterfront Ski Homes ♦ Commercial

25 HourTowing & Recovery • SPRING 645-3088 TUNE-UPS • Expert Auto Body Repairs • All Major & Minor Mechanical Repairs • Alignments • Brake Service • Tires

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MAIN ST. • KINGFIELD Call Janet Peruffo at

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Serving the Western Mountains of Maine and Sugarloaf area

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Business Directory COMMUNICATIONS

Maine Energy Savers www.maineenergysavers.net 207-639-2449 5 Wheeler Hill Rd., Phillips, ME 04966

Bee Line Cable www.getbeeline.com 800-439-4611 131 Lakewood Rd., Madison, ME 04950 Pine Tree Cellular www.pinetreecellular.com 207-778-9012 / Fax 207-779-0709 218 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938

Mills & Mills Law Offices 207-778-3521 163 Main St., Farmington, ME 04938 SignWorks 207-778-3822 680 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938

TDS Telecom www.tdstelecom.com 207-862-9225 / Fax 207-862-2332 35 Western Ave., Hampden, ME 04444

Sugarloaf Ambulance/ Rescue Vehicles 207-235-2221 / Fax 207-235-2220 411 US Route 2 East, Wilton, ME 04294

U.S. Cellular www.uscellular.com 207-778-4101 642 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Upright Frameworks LLC www.uprightframeworks.com 207-749-9656 / Fax 207-585-2677 912 School St., PO Box 833 Wilton, ME 04294

COMPUTERS, IT & TECHNOLOGY A Partner In Technology www.apitechnology.com 1-877-582-0888 127 Broadway Suite 1 Farmington, ME 04938

Women’s Business Center at Coastal Enterprises, INC(CEI) www.wbcmaine.org 207-778-6529 PO Box 963, Farmington, ME 04938 Planning and Permitting • Feasibility Studies • Subdivision Planning and design Commercial/industrial Site Planning • • municipal Permitting • deP Permitting • lUrC Permitting • army Corps of engineers Permits

Main-Land Development Consultants, Inc.

SoilS enviromental Site assesments • Phase i & Phase ii High intensity Soils mapping • • reconaissaince mapping • Soil investigstion for Sewage designs Hydric Soil Identification • SUrveying Boundary Surveys • deed research • Boundary dispute Settlements • topographic Surveys • mortgage inspections • Construction layouts • WetlandS Wetlands mapping • Functional analyses • alternative analyses • mitigation/Compensation Plans •

engineering Wastewater design • Water Systems • road design • Stormwater Control Plans • erosion and Sediment Control Plans • Septic Site design • Landfill Closing Plans • Phosphorus Control Plans •

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Providing professional Home Health and Mental Health services to Maine families for over 20 years.

Residential & Commercial Serving Western & Central Maine

Free Estimates

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www.homemodsofmaine.com No job is too small!

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Professional Nursing Services Adult & Pediatric In Home Care

Our RNs, LPNs, CNAs and PSSs help your loved one maintain independence safely and with dignity.

Caring Companions

Bathing ♦ Dressing ♦ Personal Care ♦ Laundry Housekeeping ♦ Errands ♦ Meal Preparation Shopping ♦ Transportation ♦ And More

Call to learn more about our affordable services State Of Maine Licensed Accepting MaineCare, Most Insurances and Private Pay

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All Caregivers are screened through background checks, insured, and bonded

Expenet Technologies www.expenet.com 207-645-4449/207-645-4442 PO Box 1240 Wilton, ME 04294

FAMILY, COMMUNITY & NON-PROFIT Fairbanks School Neighborhood Association 207-778-3808 508 Fairbanks Road Farmington, ME 04938 Emblem Club #460 207-778-4726 25 Pleasant View Heights Wilton, ME 04294 Farmington Rotary Club 207-778-4177 PO Box 864, Farmington, ME 04938 Franklin County Children’s Task Force www.fcctf.org 207-778-6960 113 Church St., Farmington, ME 04938 Friends of Wilson Lake 207-645-3716 P.O. Box 560, Wilton, ME 04294 LEAP, Inc. www.leapcommunity.org 207-778-3443 / Fax 207-778-6070 313 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938 Literacy Volunteers of Franklin County www.lvmain.org 207-778-3460 108 Fairbanks Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 United Way of the Tri-Valley Area www.uwtva.org 207-778-5048 / Fax 207-779-0577 232 Broadway Farmington, ME 04938 Western Maine Community Action www.wmca.org 207-645-3764 / Fax 207-645-9604 20 Church Street, East Wilton, ME 04234 The Wilton Group www.wiltongroup.org 207-522-8001/Fax 207-645-5052 8 Sunrise Ave., Wilton, ME 04294

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Business Directory Wilton Lions Club www.wiltonme.lionwap.org 207-491-5996 PO Box 319, Wilton, ME 04294

Franklin Savings Bank www.franklinebranch.com 207-778-3339 197-209 Main St.. Farmington, ME 04938

FINANCE & INSURANCE

Franklin Somerset Federal C.U. www.f-sfcu.com 207-778-4452 / Fax 207-778-4986 485 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Austin Associates, P.A. www.austinpa.com 207-783-9111 2 Great FallsPlaza, Ste. 5 Auburn, ME 04210 Bangor Savings Bank www.bangor.com 207-778-0757 644 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 Camden National Bank www.camdennational.com 207-778-0302 / Fax 207-778-6090 134 Hannaford Drive Farmington, ME 04938 Cynthia Ferguson, CPA, PC 207-778-5005 155 Main St. Farmington, ME 04938

Key Bank 300 Main Street, Wilton, ME 04294 207-645-2591 www.key.com Kyes Insurance www.kyesinsurance.com 207-778-9862 / Fax 207-778-5970 171 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938 Otis Federal Credit Union www.otisfcu.coop 207-897-0900 / Fax 207-897-3927 170 Main Street, Jay, ME 04239

University Credit Union www.ucu.maine.edu 207-778-4011 / Fax 207-778-3144 154 High Street, Farmington, ME 04938 Western Mountain Financial Services www.westernmountainfinancial.com 207-778-9779 / Fax 207-778-9110 198 Front Street, Farmington, ME 04938 Weber Insurance Agency of Farmington www.WeberAgency.net 207-778-3300/ Fax 207-778-2758 190 Main St., PO Box 646 Farmington, ME 04938

GOVERNMENT & EDUCATION

Shiretown Insurance www.shiretownagency.com 888-266-1572 / Fax 207-778-9453 166 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938

We’re all proud to be part of the Franklin County Community!

Tax Resolution Specialists, Inc. www.taxreliever.com 207-778-9308 / Fax 207-512-2552 454 Fairbanks Road Farmington, ME 04938

Franklin County Community College Network 1-800-891-2002 www.franklinnetwork.org Front St., PO Box 693, Farmington, ME 04938

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Business Directory Franklin County Republicans 207-778-4230 887 Weeks Mills Rd. New Sharon, ME 04955

University of Maine Farmington www.umf.maine.edu 207-778-7271 / Fax 207-778-7247 224 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938

Gold LEAF Institute Senior College at UMF www.goldleaf.wikispaces.com 207-778-7063 / Fax 207-778-7278 186 High Street, Farmington, ME 04938

HEALTH CARE

Tom Saviello, Maine State Senator 207-645-3420 60 Applegate Lane, Wilton, ME 04294

Rodan and Fields Dermatologist www.lovemyskinnow.com 207-645-2623 35 Depot Street, Dryden, ME 04225

Town of Carrabassett Valley www.carrabassettvalley.org 207-235-2645 / Fax 207-235-2825 1001 Carriage Road Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947

Family Optometry www.family-optometry.com 207-778-2100 / Fax 207-778-6590 130 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938

Town of Carthage 207-562-8874 27 Storer Hill Rd., Carthage, ME 04224

Franklin Community Health Network www.fchn.org 207-778-6031 / Fax 207-779-2548 111 Franklin Health Commons Farmington, ME 04938

Town of Kingfield www.kingfieldme.com 207-265-4637 38 School St., Kingfield, ME 04947 Town of Strong 207-684-4002 PO Box 263, Strong, ME 04983

Best Body 4 You www.rockinbodywrapforyou.com 207-356-6999

Town of Wilton www.wiltonmaine.org 207-645-4961 158 Weld Rd., Wilton, ME 04294

Franklin Memorial Hospital Auxiliary www.fchn.org 207-779-0752 107 Rosewood Dr., Farmington, ME 04938 HealthQuest Chiropractic www.healthquest.me 207-778-5123 / Fax 207-778-5125 383 Wilton Road, Farmington, ME 04938 Healthy Community Coalition www.fchn.org/hcc 800-525-3136 / 207-779-3136 105 Mt. Blue Circle, Suite. 1 Farmington, ME 04938 Katherine Heer DMD www.khsmiles.com 207-778-4200 / Fax 207-778-4252 104 Corn Shop Lane, Farmington, ME 04938

HOME & GARDEN Aubuchon Hardware www.aubuchon.com/18 207-778-5682 Fax 207-778-5682 361 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

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Business Directory Bouffard’s Furniture & Carpet www.bouffards.com 207-778-2045 662 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Farmington Coca-Cola 207-778-4733 / Fax 207-778-0305 282 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938

Handyman Plus Inc. 207-491-9325 / 207-491-9329 PO Box 585, Farmington, ME 04938

Verso Paper www.versopaper.com 207-897-3431 / Fax 207-897-6360 300 Riley Road, Jay, ME 04239

Lawn Mowah LLC www.lawnmowah.com 207-491-8860 261 Marwick Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Star Barn B&B www.starbarnbandb.com 207-639-2999 956 Reeds Mill Rd. Madrid TWP, ME 04966 Wilson Lake Inn www.wilsonlakeinn.com 207-645-3721 183 Lake Rd., Wilton, ME 04294

LODGING, TRAVEL & TOURISM Bass Hill Bed & Breakfast 207-860-0402 19 Prospect St., Wilton, ME 04294

Norpine Landscape, Inc. www.norpinelandscape.com 207-265-2430 / Fax 207-265-2431 153 Salem Road, Kingfield, ME 04947

Adams-McFarlane Funeral & Cremation Services www.adamsmcfarlane.com 207-778-3350 / Fax 207-779-0685 108 Court Street, Farmington, ME 04938

Comfort Inn & Suites Farmington/Wilton www.comfortinn.com

Richards’ Florist www.richardsflorist.com 207-778-3401 149 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938 Robin’s Flower Pot www.robinsflowerpot.com 207-778-5937/ Fax 207-775-4152 387 Webster Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 Industrial & Manufacturing

Mount Blue Motel www.mountbluemotel.com 207-778-6004 452 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice www.ahch.org 207-777-7740 / Fax 207-777-7748 15 Strawberry Ave., Lewiston, ME 04243 Broadway Barber shop 207-778-4165 223 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938

Nestlewood Inn www.nestlewoodinn.com 207-237-2077

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Business Directory Care & Comfort www.careandcomfort.com 207-645-5304 / Fax 207-646-3277 284 Main St., Ste 390, Wilton, ME 04294 Sandy River Center Nursing Home/Rehabilitation www.genesishcc.com 207-778-6591 / Fax 207-778-4245 119 Livermore Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938 Wiles Remembrance Centers Cremation Service and Funeral Home www.wilesrc.com 207-778-5911 137 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938 Wiles Memorial Company www.wilesrc.com 207-645-203376 Weld Road, Wilton, ME 04294

PETS & VETERINARY Falls Road Veterinary Clinic 207-778-2840 / Fax 207-778-9199 475 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938

Franklin County Animal Shelter 207-778-2638 550 Industry Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 Hanlon Pet Haven www.hanlonpethaven.com 207-778-4556 887 Fairbanks Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

FUEL / ENERGY Public Utilities & Environment Central Maine Power Company www.cmpco.com 207-779-9211 / Fax 207-779-9191 209 Whittier Road Farmington, ME 04938 Dead River Company www.deadriver.com 207-364-3751 / Fax 207-369-0154 33 Prospect Avenue Rumford, ME 04276 Downeast Energy www.downeastenergy.com 207-685-3851 / Fax 207-685-4063 1464 Pond Road Mount Vernon, ME 04352

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3 Locations Open 7 days a week 10AM-5PM

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Fabian Oil www.fabianoil.com 207-897-5135 / Fax: 207-897-4718 234 Main St., Jay, ME 04239 IEC Inc. www.iecinc.us 207-684-6100 / Fax 207-684-6102 171 North Main St., Strong, ME 04938 Webber Energy Fuels www.webberenergy.com 207-778-3331 / Fax 207-778-5844 275 High Street

REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION Bean & Smith Real Estate www.beanandsmith.com 207-778-4374 / Fax 207-778-4508 253 Fairbanks Road Farmington, ME 04938 Burns Well Drilling www.burnswelldrilling.com 207-778-3813 280 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 County Seat Realty www.countyseatrlty.com 207-778-2755 106 Anson St.,, Farmington, ME 04938 CSM Real Estate www.csmrealestate.com 207-265-4000 / Fax 207-265-2776 259 Main Street, Kingfield, ME 04947 Dixfield Foam Insulation 95 Coolidge Road, Dixfield, ME 04224 207-418-9394 www.dixfieldfoaminsulation

303 Wilton Rd., Farmington 303 Wilton Rd, Farmington 778-4492 778-4492

206 Broadway, Farmington

206 Broadway, Farmington 778-3236 778-3236

25 Jay Plaza, Jay

25 Jay Plaza, Jay 897-9577 897-9577

Wood & Gas Stoves Accessories

• Jotul • Regency • Vermont Castings • Hearthstone • Dutchwest • Harman Pellet • Chimneys • Liner • Woodmaster Outdoor Furnace

Sports Equipment

639 Wilton Road, Farmington

800-789-6566 ~ 207-778-6566 Fax 207-778-3192 email: nlights@beeline-online.net

www.nlightski.com

www.nlightstove.com

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• Alpine & Cross Country Skis Fischer - Atomic - Rossignol • Tubbs Snow Shoes • Thule Car Rack Systems • Bikes by Giant, Kona and Orbea • Oakley & Native Sunglasses

Farmer Rental Properties 1-800-734-2137 / Mobile 207-491-9661 172 Farmington Falls Rd. Farmington, ME 04938 Foothills Management www.foothillsmanagement.com 207-778-0607 / Fax 207-778-2899 223 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938 Hammond Lumber Company www.hammondlumber.com 207-778-3518 / Fax 207-778-3283 389 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938

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Business Directory Harris Real Estate Appraisals & Auctions www.harrisrealestate.net 207-779-9000 / Fax 207-779-9002 232 Wilton Road Farmington, ME 04938 JW Builders 207-778-3748 73 Cape Cod Hill Road New Sharon, ME 04955

Riverbend Property Management 207-778-6088 / Fax 207-860-2630 140 Pleasant St., Farmington, ME 04938

Taylor Made Homes, Inc. www.taylormadehomesmaine.com 207-645-4010 / Fax 207-645-3630 471 Depot Street, Wilton, ME 04294

Calzolaio Pasta Company www.calzolaiopasta.com 207-645-9500 284 Main Street, Suite 1 Wilton, ME 04294

Willow Springs www.willowspringsliving.com 207-778-0607 / Fax 207-778-2966 223 Main Street Farmington, ME 04938

Douin’s Market 207-778-4111 / Fax 207-778-4111 150 Mercer Rd., New Sharon, ME 04955

RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGES

Mountain Valley Property www.mountainvalleyproperty.com 1-800-435-7162 / Fax 207-235-2584 1102 Valley Crossing Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947

Rob Elliott Trucking and Excavation 207-684-4024 9 Birch Road, Strong, ME 04983

Village Realty, Inc. www.villagerealtymaine.com 207-778-9999 / Fax 207-778-2222 915 US Route 2 East East Wilton, ME 04234

Arkay Pizza 207-778-3944 172 Farmington Falls Rd. Farmington, ME 04938 The Baker’s Market Café www.bakersmarketcafe.com 207-645-7107 285 MainSt., Wilton, ME 04294 Burger King/ Waterville Burger Corp.

207-778-9709 / Fax 207-872-0515 633 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

The Dugout Bar & Grill 207-779-1112 2 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938 Dutch Treat (Seasonal) 207-645-2145 219 US Route 2 East, Dryden, ME 04225 Farmington Save-A-Lot www.savealot.com 207-778-06206 54 Wilton Road Farmington, ME 04938 Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream (Seasonal) www.giffordsicecream.com 207-778-6162 / Fax 207-474-6120 293 Main Street Farmington, ME 04938

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118 Broadway, Farmington Open 11am-1am 7 days a week

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Business Directory GrantLee’s 20th Maine Tavern & Grill www.grantlees.com 207-778-0880 476 Fairbanks Road Farmington, ME 04938 Heartfelt Cookies 207-778-6133 128 Stanwood Park Circle Farmington, ME 04938 Homestead Kitchen, Bar & Bakery www.homesteadbakery.com 207-778-6162 / Fax 207-778-2122 186 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938 Java Joe’s Corner Cafe www.carrabassettcoffee.com 207-779-1000 / Fax 207-779-1000 Corner Main & Church Streets Farmington, ME 04938 KFC / Taco Bell (Conifer Ind.) 207-779-0504 / Fax 207-926-4470 479 Wilton Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Longfellow’s Restaurant www.longfelloesme.com 207-265-4394 PO Box 3, Main St.,Kingfield, ME 04947 Mosher’s Seafood 207-779-0544 / Fax 207-779-0544 595 Farmington Falls Road - Route 2 Farmington, ME 04938 Rick’s Market 207-645-2954 / Fax 207-645-5373 398 Depot Street, Dryden, ME 04225 Ron’s Market 207-778-3344 144 Franklin Ave., Farmington, ME 04938

SHOPPING & SPECIALTY RETAIL Calico Patch, Inc. www.calicopatch.com 207-778-4950 / Fax 207-778-6355 174 Broadway, Farmington, ME 04938 CJ’s Appliance & Heating 279 Titcomb Hill Rd., Farmington, ME 04938 207-778-3375 or 1-800-756-3375

Kim’s Cakes www.kimpeasecakes.com 207-779-7548 45 Archer Rd., Chesterville, ME 04938

End of the Rainbow Alternatives www.rainbowalternatives.com 207-778-2884 249 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938 Everyday Music www.everydaymusicme.com 207-778-3483 / Fax 207-778-6000 205 Broadway Farmington, ME 04938 Frost Antiques & Gifts www.frostantiquesandgifts.com 207-778-3761 1151 Fairbanks Rd. Farmington, ME 04938 Gooley’s Conifers Unlimited Christmas Tree Farm 207-778-2368 / Fax 207-778-6404 263 Cowen Hill Road Farmington, ME 04938 Imelda’s Fabric & Designs www.imeldasfabric.com 207-778-0665 / Fax 207-778-0665 5 Starks Road New Sharon, ME 04955

Friday, July 27th 2012 This schedule is subject to change. Please visit www.farmingtondowntown.com for updates Event

Time

Location

Art in the Park

11am-6pm

Meetinghouse Park

Vendors

11am-7pm

Broadway

Live Entertainment

12pm-5pm

Meetinghouse Park

St. Luke’s Lobster Rolls

12pm-2pm

Meetinghouse Park

Children’s Activities

2pm-8pm

Church Street

Pie on the Porch

1pm-6pm

Holman House

Fireman’s Chicken BBQ

4pm until sold out

Road Race

4:30 Registration 5:30 Kid’s Race 6:15 Adult Race 7pm

Courthouse Parking Lot- Church Street Broadway

Farmington Gem Award Presentation Live Entertainment Event

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6pm-9:30pm

Broadway The Homestead Bar & Bakery

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Business Directory Kennebec Home Brew Supplies www.kennebechomebrew.com 207-778-5276 235 Farmington Falls Road Farmington, ME 04938

Walmart www.walmart.com 207-778-5344 615 Wilton Road Farmington, ME 04938

Maine Fire Equipment Co. www.mainefire.net 877-336-FIRE (3473) Fax 207-474-7838 25 South Factory Street Skowhegan, ME 04976

SPORTS & RECREATION

Mainestone Jewelry www.mainstonejewelry.com 207-778-6560 Fax 207-778-6560 179 Broadway Farmington, ME 04938

Cathedral Pines Campground www.eustismaine.com 207-246-3491 945 Arnold Trail Highway Eustis, ME 04936

Northern Lights Hearth & Sports www.nlightstove.com 207-778-6566 Fax 207-778-3192 639 Wilton Road Farmington, ME 04938 Scentsy Wickless, Independent Sales Consultant – Kim LaRoche www.kimlaroche.scentsy.us 207-576-2003 1381 Main St. Jay, ME 04239 SugarWood Gallery www.sugarwoodgallery.com 207-778-9105 Fax 207-778-9105 248 Broadway Farmington, ME 04938 Sunshine Pools, Inc. www.sunshinepoolsmaine.com 207-645-7516 Fax 207-645-7536 1381 Main Street Jay, ME 04239 The Fred O. Smith Line 207-778-4177 127 Anson St. Farmington ME 04938 Touch of Class www.workfirstinc.org 207-778-4492 309 Wilton Rd. Farmington, ME 04938

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Black Fly Loop/Moose Loop www.blackflyloop.org 207-246-2922 PO Box 590 Stratton, ME 04982

Farmington Ski Club (Titcomb Ski Slope) www.titcombmountain.com 207-778-9031 180 Ski Slope Rd. West Farmington, ME 04922

Guide To Advertisers Adams McFarlane Funeral & Cremation Services............... 53 Bean & Smith Realty............... 41 Bee Line Cable.........................40 Burns Well Drilling..................50 Calzolaio Pasta Company ........7 Camden National Bank.......... 52 Care and Comfort................... 51 Cathedral Pines Campground ...50 Collins Enterprises................. 50 Comfort Inn & Suites Farmington/Wilton...............34 County Seat Realty.................. 49 CSM Real Estate...................... 50 Douin’s Market......................... 3 The Dugout..............................56 Dutch Treat.............................. 7 FABA........................................ 31 Farmer Rental Properties....... 53 FCHN......................................... 2 Foothills Management........... 43 Franklin Chrysler.................... 30 Franklin County Agricultural Society ...............30

Franklin Savings Bank Back Cover FSFCU...................................... 52 Greater Franklin Dev. Corp....62 Hamond Lumber ....................15 Hanlon Pet Haven ..................41 Harris Real Estate ...................19 The Irregular........................... 21 Java Joe’s................................. 61 Kyes Insurance........................ 15 Mainestone Jewelry................ 54 Main-Land Development.......51 Mt. Blue Motel........................ 52 Northern Lights...................... 55 R.S. Osgood & Sons................. 20 Shiretown Insurance.............. 21 Signworks................................ 44 Sunshine Pools....................... 18 Taylor Made Homes............... 31 Touch of Class........................ 55 UMF........................................ 63 Village Realty.......................... 53 WMCA...................................... 40 Wilson Lake Inn....................... 7 WMFS...................................... 54

Fitness Stylz www.fitnessstylz.com 207-897-5978 17 Depot Street Livermore Falls, ME 04254 Maine Huts & Trails www.mainehuts.org 207-265-2400 Fax 207-265-2209 375 North Main Street Kingfield, ME 04947 Northern Lites Snowmobile Club 207-778-5682 West Mills Rd. Industry, ME 04938 Sugarloaf www.sugarloaf.com 800-843-5623 Fax 207-237-3052 5092 Access Road Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 Western Maine ATV Club www.sites.google.com/site/ westernmaineatvclub/ 207-897-2926 PO Box 132 Wilton, ME 04294

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Resources Directory County Facts Population: Land Area: Incorporation Date: County Seat:

29,735 (2009 est.)

1,698 square miles 1838 Farmington

• Franklin County was named for Benjamin Franklin.

• Chester Greenwood (1858-1937), a native of Farmington, was 15 years old when he invented earmuffs.

• Farmington’s settlement was originally in Farmington Falls.

DISTANCES FROM FARMINGTON: Augusta 38 miles Lewiston/Auburn 46 miles Portland 80 miles Kittery 130 miles Boston 190 miles Quebec City 202 miles FRANKLIN COUNTY WEATHER: Average Mean Temp.: (100-yr. avg.) 43.4° Average Precipitation: (100-yr. avg.) 43.75” Average Growing Season: 123 frost-free days Average Annual Snowfall (100-yr. avg.): 120” Resources and Links ATV & SNOWMOBILE REGISTRATION ONLINE SERVICE AND INFORMATION http://www10.informe.org/ifw/atv-snow/ BURN PERMITS Open Burning Permit Online Purchasing Service www.maine.gov/burnpermit/ DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES www.maine.gov/dhhs 114 Corn Shop Lane Farmington, ME 04938 778-8400 or 1-800-442-6382, TDD/TTY 1-800-606-0215 DRIVER’S LICENSES, VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles www.maine.gov/sos/bmv You may obtain registrations, plates, drivers licenses and state identification cards by visiting the following location: Farmington - Elks Lodge 120 School St., West Farmington 1st & last Wednesday of each month 9:30 to 1:00 & 2:00 to 4:00

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SENIOR CITIZEN & ELDERLY RESOURCES 1-800-262-2232 8 am to 5 pm The maine.gov website contains a wealth of information to include Education, Employment & Recreation; Health Care; Home Care; Legal Services; Retiring in Maine; Resources for the Elderly; General Resources for Seniors and Aging Veterans.

Visit: www.maine.gov/portal/family/seniors.html FALL FOLIAGE UPDATES Online updates and photos www.maine.gov/doc/foliage FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Business and Tourism Maps, welcome guide, events, business information, lodging, restaurants and more. 24-Hour kiosk available.

248 Wilton Road Farmington, Maine 04938 207-778-4215 / Fax 207-778-2438 Email: info@franklincountymaine.org Visit: www.franklincountymaine.org HEALTHY WALKING TRAILS Online find a healthy walk trail: www.healthymainewalks.com HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES MOSES is the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife’s online hunting & fishing licensing system. With MOSES, you can purchase licenses any time of the day or night, and print your license out in your home or office in just minutes. Fax: (207) 778-5899 https:// www5.informe.org/cgi-bin/online/moses2/index.pl. For season dates and information, visit: www.state.me.us/ifw/ index.shtml MAINE AUDUBON Maine Audubon is a community of people who share an appreciation of Maine’s wildlife and outdoors, a concern for the stewardship of its natural resources, and a commitment to a clean environment. www.maineaudubon.org

MAINE’S LAKES & MOUNTAINS TOURISM COUNCIL The Lakes and Mountains Region is a true four-season destination. Not only is the region close, it is one hour from the Portland Jetport; it’s also familyfriendly, safe and affordable. The Lakes & Mountains of Maine offer a diversity of activities that will keep you as busy as you’d like. It’s up to you.

Visit: www.westernmaine.org/ MAINE OFFICE OF TOURISM The Office of Tourism is responsible for implementing an overall marketing program for the State of Maine, including advertising, public relations, and research and analysis. www.visitmaine.com MAINE TOURISM ASSOCIATION The MTA partners with the Maine Office of Tourism to operate Maine’s seven Visitor Information, Centers, publishes the State’s official travel planner “Maine Invites You”, the Maine Map and the Hunting and Fishing Map. www.mainetourism.com SPORTSMAN’S ALLIANCE OF MAINE Maine’s largest sportsman’s organization with a full-time headquarters and staff in Augusta. SAM’s staff works at the legislature, state agencies and other forums on critical issues. http://www.sportsmansalliance.com/ STATE PARKS IN FRANKLIN COUNTY Bald Mountain Public Reserved Land, Bigelow Preserve, Public Reserved Land, Chain of Ponds; Dead River Public Reserved Land, Jay - Farmington Trail, Mt. Blue State Park, Rangeley Lake State Park. For information visit: www.maine.gov/doc/parks/programs SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS Maine Youth Camping Association A membership organization of over 100 Maine summer camps & adventure programs. For a current listing of available camps or to request a summer camp guide, please visit: www.mainecamps.org

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The Wire Suspension Bridge spanning the Carrabassett River about one mile east of Route 27 in New Portland is a unique structure, the only survivor of four such bridges built in Maine in the 1800’s and probably the only such bridge still standing in the US. The actual facts of its origin have frequently been misquoted. However, available records indicate the building of the bridge began in 1864 and was completed in 1866. Two men, David Elder and Captain Charles B. Clark, were responsible for the bridge design and construction.

inspection of the cables showed that they were not wrapped where they pass over the saddles, indicating that the cables were spun in place instead of arriving prefabricated as legend claims. The tower framing timbers and main support cables are the original material. The span between towers is 198 feet.

The towers are constructed of timber framing and covered with boards protected by cedar shingles. In 1959 the 99th Maine Legislature enacted legislation for the preservation of this bridge. The bridge was renovated in 1961, when the tower bases were capped with concrete, the towers were rebuilt, steel suspender rods were replaced by steel cables, and a new timber deck was installed. An

It took a special act of legislation in 1959 for funds to be obtained from Somerset County, the town and the state before $35,000 could be appropriated for repairs to the bridge. The monies were raised and the restoration was completed in 1961. Once the work was finished, the bridge was then turned over to the state which assumed the repairs.

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According to Robert Whitten the bridge was built in 1866. Whitten’s research discovered that David Elder was instrumental in building the bridge in 1864, which was completed in 1866.

A $1 million face lift began in 2008 and was completed last year. Workers had to remove the existing outside wire wraps 10 feet at a time, taking wedges and driving them into the strands to separate them and then inspect each one to make sure they were safe.

New wire wrap was placed all across the bridge and coated with boiled linseed oil to keep it from deteriorating; each strand was coated as workers rewrapped them.

The bridge was dedicated in 1990 and recognized by The Maine Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers. A monument was erected near the bridge stating that the New Portland Wire Suspended Bridge is the only one of its kind currently being traveled across daily.

Picnic tables are located along the shore of the Carrabassett River overlooking the Wire Bridge and are used throughout the summer by tourists who come from miles around to see the structure.

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Sugarloaf www.sugarloaf.com Franklin County Community 800-843-5623 / Fax 207-237-3052 College Network 5092 Access Road For accurate and up-to-date information Carrabassett Jay Baptist Church, (IND) 1-800-517-2859 Valley, ME 04947 www.franklinnetwork.org about local church services, please refer to Church St ..........................................897-6110 Front Street Mountain phone numbers for churches and rectories Titcomb North jaySki Regular Baptist Church Farmington, ME 04938 www.titcombmountain.com listed here.

North jay Rd ..............................207-645-3081 207-778-9031 St Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Gold LEAF Institute West Farmington, ME 04922 Senior College atVALLEY UMF CARRABASSETT Church, (RC) www.goldleaf.wikispaces.com Sugarloaf Area Christian Ministry, (ABC) 1 Church .......................................897-2173 ► SmallStengine rePair 207-778-7063 / Fax 207-778-7278 Carrabassett Valley ..........................237-2304 Seventh Day Adventist Church, (SDA) 186 High Street JP’s Service CARTHAGE ME 04938 Jay. ......................................................897-4697 Farmington, 207-778-0464 Carthage Union Church, (CCCC) Bartlett Memorial United Methodist 739 Starks Road Mt. Blue Regional School District Carthage ............................................585-2749 Church, (UMC) New Sharon, ME 04955 www.mtbluersd.org CHESTERVILLE Rt 17 ...................................................645-4885 207-778-6571 / Fax 207-778-4160 North Chesterville KINGFIELD ► Snowmobile clubS 115 Learning LaneBaptist Church, (ABC) Chesterville……………………..207-562-8293 First Baptist Church, (IND) Farmington, ME 04938 Black Loop DRYDEN High StFly ...............................................265-4732 University of Maine Farmington www.blackflyloop.org Dryden United Baptist Church, (ABC) St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Mission, (RC) www.umf.maine.edu 207-246-2922 Dryden ...............................................645-3526 Kingfield ............................................773-2778 207-778-7271 / Fax 207-778-7247 PO Box 590 FARMINGTON Kingfield United Methodist Church, (UMC) 224 Main Street Stratton, ME 04982 Henderson Memorial Baptist High St ...............................................265-4921 Farmington, ME 04938 Church, (ABC) Farmington .............778-2163 ► MADRID SPort/Ski equiPment ►Mt. Seafood Blue Assembly of God, (AOG) Reeds Mill Church Lights(IND) Hearth & Sports Rt 2, Wilton Rd .................................778-4249 Northern (summer only), Mosher’s Seafood-N-More www.lightstove.com The Church of Jesus Christ of Madrid ..............................................639-2713 www.lobstersretail.com 207-778-6566 / Fax 207-778-3192 Freedom Rains/ Ministries NEW SHARON 207-779-0544 Fax 207-779-0544 639 Wilton Road Fairbanks Rd .............................207-779-7177 New Sharon Congregational 595 Farmington Falls Road - Route 2 Farmington, ME 04938 Church, (UCC) Farmington, ME 04938 Latter-day Saints, (LDS) New Sharon ......................................778-2517 Perham Heights ................................778-4038 ► New Sharon United Methodist Church, Swimming PoolS ►Christian Security SyStemS Science Society, (CS) (UMC) Pools, Inc. 71 PerhamSecurity St .....................................562-7898 Sunshine 650 Water St .....................................778-2385 Sugarloaf www.sunshinepoolsmaine.com New Hope Baptist Church, (IND) NEW VINEYARD 207-237-6791 / Fax 207-237-6911 207-645-7516 / Fax 207-645-7536 112 Perham St ...................................778-6393 Mountain Bible Church, (IND) 9000 Main Street Village West 1381 MainView Street Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 Farmington Congregation of NewME Vineyard ...................................652-2267 Jay, 04239 Jehovah’s Witnesses, (JW) Open Bible Baptist Church, (IND) ►Upper SignS - cuStom taxiRd. Service Main St ..................................778-3217 ► Barker ..........................................778-9065 Fairbanks Union Church, (PCUSA) OQUOSSOC Signworks, Inc. Taxi Union Church, (IND) Farmington .......................................778-4705 B&B Oquossoc www.mainesignworks.com Serving Greater Franklin County St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, (RC) Oquossoc 207-778-3822 / Fax 207-778-0171 207-858-3889 680 Farmington Falls Road 13 Middle St ......................................778-2778 Our Lady of the Lakes Roman 26 Perkins Street Farmington, ME 04938 Farmington Baptist Church Catholic Church, (RC) Madison, ME 04950 194 Whittier Road ............................779-0731 Oquossoc ..........................................864-3795 ► Ski reSortS ► tax PreParation Farmington Monthly Meeting, (SF) PHILLIPS Farmington Maine .......................................587-4991 Shared Ministry, (UMC-UCC), (FED) Saddleback Tax Resolution Specialists, Inc. Old South Congregational Church, (UCC) Main St 639-2201 www.saddlebackmaine.com www.taxreliever.com 207-864-5671 / Fax 207-864-5878 Main St ...............................................778-0424 Lighthouse Baptist Church, (IND) 207-778-9308 / Fax 207-512-2552 976 Saddleback Road Church, Trinity United Methodist Church St ..........................................246-3237 454 Fairbanks Road Rangeley, ME 04970 Farmington, Main St. ..............................................778-3921 RANGELEY ME 04938 Farmington Falls Church of Christ, (CC) Church of the Good Shepherd, (E) Farmington Falls ..............................778-2093 100 Main St .......................................864-3381 Church of the Nazarene, (CN) Delivering quality home health FreeandBaptist Church, (IND) mental health services to families in Maine.

Old Rt 2 ..............................................778-2210 Main and Allen Sts ............................864-5251 Friends ofMental Jesus Christ, St. Luke’s Home RomanHealth Catholic Church, (UCC) Health (IND) Services Services • Outpatient Therapy for Individuals •Skilled Nursing Services Farmington Falls Rangeley ............................................864-3795 • Group Therapy •In-Home Personal Care Services • In-Home Behavioral Health (IND) Services to Individuals and Long Term Care (UCC) Union Baptist Church, Rangeley•Pediatric Congregational Church, up to age 20 who have a primary mental health •Caring Companions are available to clients Farmington Fallsdiagnosis Rangeley ............................................864-5966 who want assistance with household chores.

• In-Home Services to Individuals with a diagnosis of INDUSTRY SALEM Mental Retardation or Autism through the age of 20 West •Mills Community Church, (PCUSA) Salem United Methodist Church, (UMC) Children’s Case Management Services Industry .............................................696-5496 STRATTON Currently serving the following counties: Shorey Chapel, Somerset (UCC) Calvary Bible Church, (IND) 1-800-366-5302 Androscoggin Penobscot .............................................860-8180 Kennebec Industry Stratton ............................................246-4652 www.careandcomfort.com Franklin Waldo JAY St. John’s Roman Catholic Mission, (RC) Piscataquis Oxford Hancock Washington Waterville | Bangor | Wilton | Stratton Dover-Foxcroft | Presque Isle Bean’s Corner Baptist Church, (CBA) ..............................................864-3795 Rts 133 & 156 ....................................645-2925

► televiSion StationS WSKI TV www.wskitv.com STRONG 207-237-6895 / Fax 207-237-2718 Living Waters Assembly of God, (AOG) Admin Access Road Main St. Building .............................................684-3743 Carrabassett, ME 04947 Church of the Nazarene, (CN)

Upper Main St ..................................684-3281 ► towing Strong United Methodist Church, (UMC) Main & Church Sts ...........................684-3681 Collins Enterprises, Inc. SUGARLOAF 207-645-3088 Fax 207-645-4616 Interfaith Chapel,/ (RC) 445 Route 2 Sugarloaf ...........................................864-3795 East Wilton, ME 04294 TEMPLE First Congregational Church, (CONG) TEMPLE Temple Baptist Church, (IND), Temple WELD Weld Congregational Church, (UCC) Weld ...................................................585-2399 WILTON Calvary Hill Baptist Church, (IND) Rt 2 .....................................................645-2343 East Wilton Union Church, (IND) E. Wilton ...........................................645-4297 Crossroads Community Church, (IND) Wilton ................................................778-9879 First Congregational Church, (UCC) Wilton ................................................645-2535 St. Luke’s Episcopal Church School & High St., Wilton .................645-2639 Wilton United Methodist Church, (UMC) 600 Main St ........................................645-4885

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Franklin County, Maine?

We can’t imagine having our business anywhere else!

In 2006, Jeff Strunk, Chase McKendry and Olympic Gold Medalist Seth Wescott bought The Rack, a bar at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain in Franklin County. Looking for a lifestyle business that would allow them to live and work in Carrabassett Valley and support a mountain resort they love, the three entrepreneurs knew that Franklin County was the ideal place for them to locate their families and their business. “Whether it's skiing, rafting, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking or hanging out at The Rack, we can't imagine having our business anywhere else."

With housing prices at a low and lifestyles at a high, now's the time to make your move to Franklin County! For more information, contact Alison Hagerstrom.

Alison Hagerstrom, Executive Director

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One of “America’s Best Colleges,” right here in Farmington...

Nestled at the foothills of the mountains of western Maine, the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is the affordable alternative to a private liberal arts college.

Rated one of “America’s Best Colleges” for 15 consecutive years by U.S.News & World Report (1998-2012), we were also named one of USNews’ 2012 best college value “Great Schools, Great Prices.” According to USNews, the higher the quality of the program and the lower the cost, the better the deal. UMF, Bowdoin, Bates and Colby colleges were the only Maine schools named to the list.

Rooted in a rich tradition of teacher preparation, UMF offers quality programs in the arts and sciences, teacher preparation, and pre-professional studies – at an exceptional value.

We promote student success through small classes, close student-faculty collaboration, and hands-on learning in a residential campus setting.

For nearly 150 years, UMF has enriched students with a liberal arts experience that empowers them to succeed in their chosen careers and to make a difference in their communities.

umf.maine.edu One of Maine’s Public Universities

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We are community

There’s something different about a Community Bank. At Franklin Savings Bank, it’s at the core of everything we do, from sponsoring free ski nights at community ski areas and stocking local food cupboards to lighting up the Relay for Life luminaria and funding local scholarships. We are community.

We are the only locally-owned bank in Franklin County and are proud to have been serving our communities since 1868.

Why would anyone bank anywhere else?

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