• Maine State Trivia
• Things to do and see in Maine
• Travel Information for Maine
• Where can I find some historical facts about Maine?
• Where can I get Skiing information and conditions for Maine?
• Where is the Maine state website?

State Name origin - It is really not known how the name for this state originated. One theory suggests that the state was named by French colonists after the French province of Mayne. Another mentions that "Main" was a common term to describe a mainland.

Nickname - The Pine Tree State: This common nickname for Maine is given because of the extensive pine forests that have covered the state. The White Pine is considered to be the largest conifer in the northeastern United States and some of the tallest trees in eastern North America grew in Maine. The White Pine has played an important part in the history of Maine and has been afforded appropriate recognition. In the early days of colonization, the tall White Pines of Maine were valued for ship's masts.

Residents - People who live in or come from Maine are called Mainers. Variants of this are Maine Staters and State of Mainers. You may also hear Mainers referred to as Down Easters (because of the eastern longitudes of the state).

Official State Symbols

•Animal - Moose
•Berry - Wild Blueberry
•Bird - Chickadee
•Drink - Moxie
•Cat - Maine Coon Cat
•Fish - Landlocked Salmon
•Herb - Wintergreen
•Insect - Honeybee
•Soil - Chesuncook Soil Series
•Song - State of Maine Song
•Tree - White Pine


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by vaxvms edited by sashwa
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Maine is not only the largest state in New England, it's also larger than all the other New England states combined. It's divided into eight regions: South Coast; Greater Portland & Casco Bay; Mid Coast; Downeast/Acadia Region; Western Lakes & Mountains; Katahdin/Moosehead Region; Kennebec & Moose River Valleys; and Aroostook County.

•Things to do

•Maine Vacations
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•Touring the Maine Coast
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by sashwa
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Maine encompasses nearly all of the outdoor beauty and cultural pleasures that New England offers as a whole.

•Visit Maine

•Maine Office of Tourism - Link submitted by vaxvms .

• Campgrounds in Maine - Link submitted by chiefeyes

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Where can I find some historical facts about Maine?

Here is a time-line of Maine's history:

•Maine's History Timeline

•Maine Historical Society

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by Dominokat edited by sashwa
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Where can I get Skiing information and conditions for Maine?

Maine has several skiing opportunities for all levels. Pro, novice, beginners and, don't forget the first timer getting lessons! You can take a weekend getaway or ski during your lunch break. There are plenty of budgets to fit your need. It's up to you so bring along your snow board, skis or tube and have fun!

Maine Ski Areas, Conditions and Events

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Where is the Maine state website?

Maine Homepage

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