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Visit Freeport, Maine

By: Angela Katsis

The small town of Freeport, Maine is often called the birthplace of the state of Maine. The town was founded as a small parcel of land attached to the town of North Yarmouth in the late 18th century. The town was essentially freed from North Yarmouth on the Fourth of July in 1889, a date celebrated not only as our nation’s independence, but also that of Freeport.

Situated on the Atlantic Coast, Freeport, Maine thrives on the fishing industry with fish and lobsters coming in from the cold Atlantic waters. Besides fishing, the town made it big building ships in the good old days and still continues to do till date. You can visit the historic shipbuilders in Freeport to see how ships were built in the past.

Getting to Freeport, Maine is quite simple. The town is a quick 20 miles from Portland and only about a two hour’s drive from Boston. If you are planning on visiting Freeport, consider making the drive from Boston. Especially during the fall months when the foliage is especially gorgeous, this trip is a beautiful way to experience fall in the Northeast. A quicker way to visit Freeport is to fly directly into Portland and then make the drive from there. It will take approximately a half hour to make the trip one-way.

Without a doubt, the most popular attraction in this beautiful Maine town is L.L. Bean. Long home to the incredibly durable outdoor outfitters, people come from near and far to visit the flagship store and factory. The flagship store boasts an indoor trout pond and rock climbing wall. Open 24 hours a day each and every day a year, make the trip to visit where it all began!

The whole of Maine is suitable for those of you wanting a quality outdoor time with your family. There are many trails, parks in the surrounding areas of the town for biking, hiking and walking. You may find some of these inside the town as well. Try to tame the Bradbury Mountain, as it summit offers a picturesque view of the whole surroundings. If coming here with your family, be sure to include some outdoor activities so that your and your family spends some quality time together and your kids learn what Mother Earth is all about.

If you are into viewing wildlife, look no further than Freeport! The town is known for its great variety of birds such that bird watchers from all over the country make the trip to see their feathery friends. Maine is also home Atlantic seals. Do not miss out on the chance to see these awesome creatures! Consider taking a seal boat tour, where you see these marine mammals in their native environment. Most trips also include visits to the Sequin Island Lighthouse or Eagle Island in addition to a lobstering demonstration.

Wolfe's Neck Farm is a fantastic 600 acre farm where animals are raised naturally without any hormones or antibiotics. Here you can see exactly how organic cattle and sheep grazing works, and understand how eating this untreated meat is better for your body. Kids enjoy the farm to watch the sheep grazing in the lush fields.

Whatever your reason to visit Freeport, Maine, plan your visit today! Whether you are traveling to explore America or spend some quality time with the entire family, Freeport is the place to be.

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