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Friday, September 5, 2025 Volume 21 • Issue No. 36
25th Annual Maine Apple Sunday STATEWIDE The Maine State Pomological Society will hold the 25th annual Maine Apple Sunday on September 14, with participating orchards across the state. The event marks the peak of apple season, when summer apples are still available and the main crop is ready for its first pick. Orchards from Wells to Caribou will celebrate with special activities and free samples of apple products throughout the day. Local participating orchards include Romac Orchards in Acton, Spiller Farm in Wells, the Orchard at Chase Farms in Wells, and McDougal Orchards in Springvale. Romac Orchards is back to offer a “fun-filled family apple picking experience” and one of Southern Maine’s most scenic
views. Visitors can explore the apple and peach orchard, corn maze, free hayrides, and weekend events with local vendors. Guests can try apple cider donuts, apple cider, or pick up a pumpkin. For more information, call 207-6085443. Spiller Farm, operated by Anna and Bill Spiller, offers U-pick apples, a free picnic and
play area, goats, geese, cows, a corn stalk teepee, a little red covered bridge, hay bales, and a sand pile for children. For more information, visit www.spillerfarm. com. The Orchard at Chase Farms has been farmed by the Chase family since the early 1700s. The orchard has been recently updated with new varieties,
including Honeycrisp, Gala, and Macoun, which will be available at the farm store and for U-pick. For more information, visit www. theorchardatchasefarms.com McDougal Orchards specializes in tree fruit production with over 40 varieties of apples, pears, plums, nectarines, and peaches, as well as fall-bearing raspberries, flowers, local honey, and maple syrup. Visitors can enjoy apple cider donuts or take a free hayride. For more information, visit mcdougalorchards.com. Apple picking is a beloved fall tradition throughout Maine, beginning in mid-to-late September and extending into early October. Those interested in participating in Maine Apple Sunday or in apple picking in general can follow these tips to ensure their trip is fun, safe, and successful.
Contact the farm in advance. Apple picking is a wildly popular activity, so expect crowds to be there on any typical weekend, but especially on Maine Apple Sunday. If the orchard is open several days out of the week, consider visiting on a day when foot traffic is lighter. Choose firm apples without bruises. According to www. pickyourown.org, a national website dedicated to local “pick-yourown” farms, apples should be crisp and firm. Do not worry about the color of the apple, as color is not an indicator of ripeness. Instead, the website advises people to ask the farmers which apples are ripe, which is determined by how much time has passed since the trees flowered. Pickyourown.org also recommends gently placing apples into the basket or bag when pickSee APPLES on page 2 . . .
KLT Hosts Carnival Fundraiser for Alewive Accessible Trail KENNEBUNK Kennebunk Land Trust (KLT) is hosting a Carnival for Conservation to raise funds for the Alewive Woods Accessible Trail. The public is invited to attend the event, which takes place Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Roger’s Pond, Water Street, Kennebunk. Admission is free, with suggested donations for some events. The family-friendly celebration will include classic carnival games, hands-on nature crafts, nature displays, and information
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PORTSMOUTH, NH The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will return to New Hampshire this weekend to headline the 2025 Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show at Pease Air National Guard Base. The free event is scheduled for Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, at Portsmouth International Airport at Pease. General admission is open to the public, though organizers say advance parking passes are required for those driving in to the event. Premium seating tick-
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“This fundraiser is a chance for everyone to support that mission while having a great time together.”
All proceeds will fund the construction of KLT’s Accessible Trail at Alewive Woods Preserve, off Cole Road in Ken-
nebunk. The trail is designed to be wide, flat and stable, with gentle inclines, allowing more people – including those using wheelchairs, strollers or walkers – to enjoy the outdoors safely. It will feature inclusive benches and picnic tables, clear and informative signage, and handicapaccessible parking, among other amenities. Come for the games, crafts, and laughter, stay for the chance to help build a trail that opens the door to nature for everyone. For more information, visit www.kennebunklandtrust.org.
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about the new Accessible Trail, highlighting the importance of inclusive nature experiences in the community. KLT’s mascot, Scamper the Squirrel, will make appearances during the event. Carnival highlights include carnival games with prizes, nature craft stations for children and adults, displays showcasing local wildlife, and opportunities to take photos with Scamper. “The new Accessible Trail we are building is all about making nature more welcoming and inclusive,” said KLT Executive Director Sandy Gilbreath.
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ets have already sold out. The show will also feature the Marine Corps C-130 “Fat Albert,” the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, KC-46A Pegasus tankers, UH-60 Black Hawks, and P-51 Mustang vintage aircraft. Static displays, STEM exhibits and educational programs are planned throughout the weekend. This marks the Blue Angels’ first performance in New Hampshire since 2010, when they last flew at Pease. The Thunder Over New
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Hampshire Air Show is hosted by the 157th Air Refueling Wing of the New Hampshire Air National Guard in partnership with
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