The County 2019-2020 Aroostook County Tourism | Page 42

THE COUNTY | 2019-2020
A SOUVENIR, A LOCAL BEER, OR EVEN SOME
HIKING GEAR­—WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED.
Flies for fishing. Ski wax. Groceries. Maybe a new fatbike
for hitting the wintery trails. Our towns and communities
can help find what you need.
Even though The County is best known for its vast wilderness and outdoor
recreational opportunities, we can also provide a little retail therapy during your
visit. Most towns are home to small, local shops run by friendly folks offering
a wide array of products—antiques, crafts, food—unique to this region.
Given our lumbering history, it won’t be surprising to find hand-made wood
products for sale, like outdoor furniture made with northern white cedar. You’ll
find everything from handcrafted snowshoes to pottery to jewelry. Gift items
include specialties like ash potato baskets, beeswax-based skin care, Amish-made
furniture, Scandinavian imports, and local Native American crafts.
The central Aroostook area is home to numerous art galleries featuring local
and international artists and photographers. Visit Houlton’s historic Market
Square District’s Saturdays open-air market, where you’ll find locally produced
vegetables, meats, cheese, baked goods, plants, and crafts.
Looking for a little something to take home, maple producers like Spring Break
Maple and Honey in Smyrna Mills, the largest maple candy company in Maine,
is where you’ll find delicious treats and might even get a tour of their sugarhouse.
Along the area’s highways and byways, you’ll find numerous antique shops with
gems harking back to a heritage of farming, seafaring, and logging. Or you might
want to head to one of many outdoor stores and outfitters to find rugged gear
like heavy-duty boots and hunting knives.
Planning a trip over the border to Canada? Stop at Duty-Free Americas in
Houlton to save on premium products. Keep an eye out for the excitement of
downtown shopping events. These massive sales, often held at night, are a great
way to meet locals and get great bargains.
Visit our website for more information on shopping in the region.
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