Our Maine Street's Aroostook Issue 6 : Fall 2010 | Page 62

Presque Isle
the star city

Autumn in Aroostook County means back to school,
potato harvest, changing leaves, beautiful days and restful
nights.
Now is the time for hiking the many miles of wood trails, but
remember to wear your orange vest or jacket as you will be
sharing the woods with people enjoying the sport of hunting.
Perhaps you are interested in moose, bear or deer hunting. In
addition to the many acres of accessible land, there are many
qualified guides in the area who can increase the likelihood of a
successful hunt. While enjoying the hunting experience, you can
stay at one of the many well-equipped cabins close to hunting
areas or you may choose to stay at a hotel or motel to be found
closer to other services. Whatever your choice, you will be greeted
by Aroostook County hospitality.

Crisp autumn days supply great weather for exploring
the over 1,000 miles of ATV trails in Aroostook County. You can
trailer your bikes as far as Houlton, and then spend days visiting
other towns throughout the county. The ATV trails are all well
maintained and provide access to restaurants, accommodations,
gas and more. Area ATV clubs organize many club runs and
dinners. I am sure you will find one that appeals to you. For the
avid riders, you can start at the coast and bike all the way to the
Allagash River. What a fabulous experience that would be!
If ATVing is not your way of seeing the area, there are many
secondary roads that offer beautiful scenery around every turn.
Perhaps you would like to travel by bicycle and enjoy the scenery
at your own pace. As we celebrate the agricultural bounty of
the region, harvest dinners will be found at many community
centers and churches. No one will ever walk away from a harvest
dinner hungry.

We are fortunate in this region to have a variety of
harvesting methods used so you will be able to watch everything
from hand dug to the most modern potato harvester unearth the
varieties of potatoes grown in Aroostook County.

There may be specific events that will attract you to
central Aroostook. University of Maine at Presque Isle holds its
annual Homecoming Weekend, September 17-19. This is an
opportunity to reconnect with friends and professors, watch a
soccer game and perhaps be part of the team that challenges
the present UMPI team. The full schedule will be on UMPI’s
website.

Presque Isle Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting
the Haunted Woods Walk at Aroostook State Park October 15
& 16. The evening walks are not intended for children under
14. The creatures that will be haunting the woods are not for the
timid. There will be an opportunity for younger children to visit
the park and play games in the afternoon. Complete details will
be available at PIACC office or on their facebook page.

Presque Isle Forum will be hosting a number of trade
shows and sales, so check their calendar for dates. Local produce
is available at roadside stands and at farmer’s markets.

Whatever you are looking for in the beauty of an
Aroostook County fall, you will find it.
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