Erik Owens

Black bears have a large presence in certain parts of Maine, and spotting one can be thrilling. But where is the best place to see one in the state?

You know the jingle, "I should have bought it when I saw it, at Marden's!" But do you know how it all began? When and where did their doors first open? How many locations do they have now?

One of the things Maine is known for is its beautiful coastline. It offers stunning views of the water, rocky shoreline, and historic lighthouses.

Do you know which Maine towns have the shortest names in the state? There are two of them.

There may be towns in Maine that you suspect were named after U.S. presidents. Towns like Washington, Jefferson, Madison, Jackson, Lincoln, and Harrison come to mind. However, not all of the towns actually were named after U.S. presidents.

Maine isn't close to being one of the hottest states in the country. Based on average annual temperature, Maine is actually one of the coldest places in the U.S.

One animal that's truly a sight to behold in Maine is the black bear. But what do you do if one is aggressive toward you?

The state of Maine has a long, brilliant coastline and a ton of lighthouses, many of them well over 100 years old. But is it the state that has the most?

Maine is not known for monster earthquakes, but we do get several each year. Some are larger than others, but do you know how big Maine's largest earthquake was or when it occurred?

There are tens of thousands of spider species across the globe and hundreds that are native to Maine. Of the species in our state, do you know which one is the largest? Should you be worried if you encounter one?

If you're looking for an outdoor adventure, Maine state parks can often provide what you're looking for. If a trip to a big beautiful lake sounds appealing, we've got a perfect spot in mind.

Maine has many hiking trails. You can find them all over the state. If you live in Penobscot County or are visiting the area, you definitely have options.

One of the best parts of living in Maine or visiting the state is the abundance of outdoor activities. One of the most thrilling activities is whitewater rafting.

Maine is an incredible state for camping. According to the Maine Campground Owners Association, the state has over 175 licensed campgrounds.

With craft breweries located all over Maine, the state is a great place for beer lovers. This includes Greater Bangor. Let's take a quick look at a few of the breweries in the area, giving you a great place to start if you're planning a Bangor area brewery crawl.

Maine is home to over 165 active, licensed breweries. Here are six of the best.