GMNF NOW OPEN TO VERMONTERS AND VISITORS

Posted on September 21, 2011 by NETrailhead

NATIONAL FOREST OPEN UNLESS AREAS ARE POSTED CLOSED

RUTLAND, VT. Forest Service officials announced today that the 400,000 acre Green Mountain National Forest (GMNF) is now open except for specific areas that are posted closed. The GMNF was officially closed to the public on Thursday, September 1 due to extensive damage from Hurricane Irene. In recent weeks, employees have been working diligently to evaluate the condition of roads, trails, and recreational facilities damaged by the storm. Forest Supervisor Colleen Madrid decided to re-open the Forest to the public, but cautioned that several areas will still be closed due to significant public safety hazards and impassable roads, bridges, and trails.
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Kennebunk Plains

Posted on September 16, 2011 by NETrailhead

Since 1989, the Kennebunk plains have been co-owned by The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and The Nature Conservancy. This is a 1,600 acre site comprised mostly of open grasslands with about 600 acres of woodlands. It is home to 90% of the worlds population of Northern Blazing Star. The Kennebunk Plains turn purple-pinkish in late-August/early-September when the Northern Blazing Star comes into bloom.
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How to help Vermont victims of Hurricane Irene

Posted on August 31, 2011 by NETrailhead

Many Vermont communities were hit hard by Hurricane Irene. Some areas were devastated by flooding and wind damage, and there were 3 deaths reported.

The United Way has set up a relief fund for donations at Vermont211.org .

The Red Cross provides assistance and is in need of donations redcross.org.

A grassroots volunteer site, VT Response is also helping with the effort.

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Vermont211.org
redcross.org
VT Response
WCAX.com, WCAX viewers document deadly storm in Vt

Whale seen at Acadia’s Sand Beach

Posted on August 22, 2011 by NETrailhead

The Bangor Daily News reports visitors to Sand Beach in Acadia National Park were surprised to find a beached whale.

Link includes video at Bangor Daily News.

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Ragged Mountain Fat Tire Festival

Posted on July 8, 2011 by NETrailhead

Mid Coast NEMBA will be hosting the Ragged Mountain Fat Tire Festival this weekend. Adrenaline fueled down hill, lift rides at the snow bowl camping and fat tire fun to be had over two days.

There will be a film screening at 8pm of Pedal Driven and Life Cycles at the Camden Opera House.