Bethel Living issue #27

FREE • Issue 27 June / July 2018

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SP & Airglow Films with Nora McCormack

Summer Recipes with Bill Slattery

Tuscan Shrimp with Parmesan Orange Fennell Salad

Super Summer Wines Maine Passive House with Jesper Kruse

Camping in Western Maine with Scott Bahr

Bethel Beverage Company with Jessica Badone

with Dave Nivus

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Digging Deeper with Maine Mineral & Gem Museum

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Publisher’s Note Sweet summer has arrived!

June and July are months to cherish, with warm sunny days, nights around the campfire and some well-deserved time off with friends and family. Leaf through this issue of Bethel Living and marvel at the architectural creations built by Jesper Kruse of Maine Passive House, featuring energy efficient residential designs. Enjoy Scott Bahr’s article on camping in Western Maine, then get out for an overnight or two of your own sans domestic shelter.

Nora McCormack reports on her new wedding videography venture, and Cheryl Gillespie visits with Bethel Beverage Co. here in town ~ stop in for a cold one to go!

Amanda Moran, Matt Stagliano and Donna D’Aquino are initiating an artist’s co-op at Maine CoLab, Maine Mineral & Gem Museum gives us their recent update, Bill Slattery of 22 Broad Street shares his delicious recipes for Orange & Fennel Salad and Tuscan Shrimp with Parmesan.

Dave Nivus of the Good Food Store shares delicious summer wine selections and tips, and as always, the Chamber dropped by with their listing of must-do local events.

My production support team is wonderful, as are my advertisers, readers and subjects — you all make knocking together this magazine a joy, not a task. Every day I hear from friends and local folks who are as thrilled to live here as I am. Bethel and it’s surrounding villages, mountains, rivers and plains are where it’s at!

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A bachelor party in Denmark may seem like an unlikely venue to spark a cutting edge home design and construction business based in Western Maine — but people with big ideas and the vision to move them forward seem to be drawn to the beauty of our area. The odyssey of builder Jesper Kruse began in Denmark — the flat windy one far to the east, not the rugged windy one to our immediate south — passed through Alaska and on to the Outward Bound mountain base in Newry, then closed the loop in Denmark

to complete a college degree. A return to Maine was followed by a quick volley back to Denmark (with wife Martha and two young kids in tow) — the bachelor party — then a final swing back to Maine by way of Chicago, Illinois. The connection across these peregrinations has been a dedicated search for the most proficient and exacting approach to a very basic human concern: shelter. Jesper’s answer: create a business called Maine Passive House to provide Green Building services for homeowners who want a truly exceptional dwelling. (continues on page 28)

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Camping in Western Maine

by Scott Bahr

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increases each year. And the Bethel area is benefiting from this influx of outdoor enthusiasts.

The Growing Popularity of Camping

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amping is a part of the New England experience, with New Englanders forming a group of campers who are most likely to identify themselves as life-long campers, and participate in camping at levels that are comparable to other regions of the U.S. Our region of Western Maine offers the camping enthusiast a variety of settings to experience the outdoors, whether it is staying at one of our local campgrounds in an RV, to throwing on a backpack and heading onto the Appalachian Trail or into the woods; hopping in a canoe or kayak and finding a remote spot on a lake, there is truly something for every type of camper within a short drive of Bethel.

What is important about our camping culture in Western Maine is the readily available variety of outdoor recreation opportunities that can be included in a camping adventure. From hiking and fishing to stand-up paddle boarding and boating, rock climbing and mountain biking, in a single day an ambitious adventurer could leave their campsite and enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities.

Our area is a camping and outdoor recreation destination for all of New England – on any given summer weekend there will be license plates from all six New England states, and many from even further out. Tourism that includes outdoor recreation and hospitality is a fast growing sector with RV sales at record levels, and participation in camping and outdoor recreation showing dramatic

In what may be an indicator that New England campers are integrating camping into their lifestyles, they are not only camping more often – there has been a 64% increase in those who camp 3+ times per year over the past four years – but are showing an increase in intent to camp more in the coming year.

• As campers integrate camping into their lives (e.g., multiple trips, different types of trips, a larger social circle), it increases the likelihood that they will continue to camp.

• The recognition of camping as a healthy lifestyle choice provides motivation for getting outdoors.

• Campers are highly likely to say that camping contributes to their overall physical and mental well-being, and these benefits help to enhance participation.

Increases in camping can be tied to increased accessibility of camping due to the removal of previously held beliefs and barriers. As more people camp, the social circle of campers increases, eliminating the fear associated with camping because they can camp with someone who’s experienced and knows how to address these perceived issues.

Access to information is just a click away – whether it is via vendors, campgrounds retailers or even through social media – which helps prospective campers build their knowledge base and again, remove the uncertainties of what to expect and increase awareness of local destinations.

The Changing Face of Camping In New England, there are close to a million new camper households since 2014 and overall, there are nearly 7 million households that camp each year.

The demographics of camping are continuing to change with a consistent influx of younger and more diverse campers; camping and outdoor (continues on page 30) Bethel LIVING | BethelLiving.com

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with Nora McCormack You may know Nora McCormack as Program Director for the Sunday River TV station — formerly Resort Sports Network — and now an affiliate of Outside TV. Nora has worked up at the mountain for 13 years, and recently started a second business venture.

With 10 years of operations under her belt as SP Films, Nora travels all over the country filming high-end promotional and keepsake videos with two videographers at each event to create 12-minutes of super high quality film — mostly for the wedding market. This summer she’ll travel to Boston, down to Cape Cod, up around Bar Harbor and to many other gorgeous locations around the country. Aerial drone footage is offered to capture a bird’s eye vista, enhancing these spectacular productions.

Airglow Films, her new offering, is a “budget” brand of videography available at about half the price. It’s a high-quality product on a smaller scale. Less is more, she tells us, with 1 videographer for 4 hours and up to 5-minutes of film. Nora is exclusively targeting the wedding market in the Bethel area. Couples must book at least four months prior their event to ensure that Nora has the time to make each video unique.

Experienced video techniques, editing and sophisticated talent make Nora’s approach unforgettable. She is often brought to tears by the finished product as months of preparation become memories for a lifetime.

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There’s a New Store in Town Selling Local, Craft Beers and Wines Galore!

by Cheryl Gillespie

Have you noticed on a recent trip down Mayville Road that there’s a new store called Bethel Beverage Company? It’s certainly worth a stop to take a peek at what owner Jessica Badone is offering here. Bethel Living popped in to talk with Jessica and check out her wares. First, she explained that they are having a “soft” opening.

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the store right now, but they still have a great selection of beer and wine.

Jessica is a Mainer with a strong work ethic.

She grew up in Old Orchard Beach where she started working odd jobs at the age of nine. As a teen, she was managing The Shell Shop. After college, Jessica did twelve years of restaurant and hospitality work. She then ran a greenhouse business from home after moving to Sumner.

She decided she wanted something in retail that was focused and not based at her house, so she is excited about this new business. Traffic on Route 2 is good in all seasons, Jessica thinks. She

doesn’t want to close for shoulder season —what people call the month of May in Greater Bethel.

“People want to know their favorite businesses won’t close down off season,” Jessica told BL. Bethel Beverage Company is unique in that they deal with many large and small distributors.

They even purchase from breweries who are self-distributing. With over 150 labels in their offerings, it is hard to decide what to buy and try. According to one of Jessica’s employees, presently these are three of the most popular beers: Epiphany by Foundation Brewery of Portland, Maine Florens by Austin Street Brewery, also based in Portland Sip of Sunshine by Larson’s Finest Liquids of Warren, Vermont.

Three top-selling wines all come from California vineyards which are Cline Family Wines, Wente Vineyard, and Toad Hollow. The store does stock some Maine made wines, but our state is not particularly conducive climate-wise to growing grapes, so vineyards come and go here.

Non-alcoholic beers, ciders, and kombuchas are available. Meads are selling well. A recent beer tasting done with Stu, the brewer from Sunday River Brewery, was fun. Jessica hopes to have wine tastings, too, as soon as her stock is large enough.

There are other things available at the store.

Carrabassett Coffee out of Kingfield, Maine is on hand. Beef Jerkies that come in a variety of flavors from Western Mass are selling too fast to keep in stock. Jessica is now promoting wine glass charms by Lil’ Grasshopper. Beverage glasses of different types and sizes are available. Soon she hopes to offer customers organic cheeses, cured

meats, honey, maple syrups, dilly beans, and locally-made popcorn. She is getting a humidor to stock cigars for the golfers who drop by.

The hemlock counter in the store and the honey comb of hexagons displaying the bottles in the wine room are special to Jessica. She and her father picked out the rough-cut hemlock they used to make these things. The honeycomb shelving is tying into the Bethel Beverage Bee theme.

FMI: Instagram; bethelbeveragecompany Phone #207-824-0280 Our talk with Jessica turned out to be an incredible lesson in the ethos of sustainable, local products from a business woman whose horticultural background gives her the knowledge to know what she is talking about.

To her, “sustainability” is not just a buzzword.

All of her products are purchased with care that they are made from materials grown without pesticides that run into local waters and threaten the bee population. This is the reason she promotes a bee as a symbol of her business.

Also, she checks that growers use practices that sustain their growing fields for at least seven generations. She worries about packaging used on products. She buys local as much as possible, so that transportation costs and effects of burning diesel on the environment are minimal.

Jessica feels, “Our society is not geared to being sustainable, but we can all do some, small part.”

Store owners have a battle between price point and environmental ethics, and Jessica seems to have struck a balance. Open seven days a week, her store is entertaining to explore, and there is something for every beverage taste. • Bethel LIVING | BethelLiving.com

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Maine CoLab ~ a Unique Conglomerate in Bethel

Stonetree Creative, Nabos & Donna D’Auino Handmade Jewelry together under one roof BL stopped in for a visit at Maine CoLab to catch up with Matt Stagliano, Donna D’Aquino and Amanda Moran to find out what’s new in the “Nabos building”. According to their new website, “The Maine CoLab is a group of creatives and business owners in Western Maine providing the knowledge and space to make your vision a reality.” Their goal is to reinvigorate the artistic community in Bethel and the surrounding area.

At Stonetree Creative, Matt focuses on heirloom quality portraiture, videography, commercial photography and small business strategy and coaching. From his background in photojournalism, event coverage and commercial work Matt has the tools to convey ideas through the mediums that are worth a thousand words: still and video photography.

Nabos continues to be the funkiest retail gift and card shop around, with quirky, fun, offbeat retail items. Amanda focuses on sustainability and features companies that give back and think green. The recent addition of a jewelry making studio is now part of Amanda’s mix, so stop by and create something cool with Amanda and Donna! There are options of class and/or studio times.

Donna D’Aquino is a word-renowned sculptor, master metalsmith and luxury jeweler who works in a variety of metals, materials and styles. Her jewelry is hand-fabricated using sterling silver, 18kt gold and/or steel. Her pieces are primarily inspired by drawing and architecture. D’Aquino’s work can be seen in over 25 books and magazines and at many of the finest contemporary Craft Shows and Galleries throughout the United States.

Focusing on the development of any and all artists under one roof is the theme at Maine CoLab. PhotoShop workshops, photography with your SmartPhone, jewelry and silversmithing, videography and access to a retail shop will jumpstart a creative wave of new entrepreneurs. Idea bouncing, brain picking and project dreaming are in the mix, with lots of referrals and good vibes as this Bethel trio sheperds a regional renaissance. This summer you’ll see the large garage doors open and there will be lots going on, so drop in and check it out. •

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Recipes from Bill Slattery Chef at Twenty-Two Broad Street

Tuscan Shrimp with Parmesan Ingredients • • • • • • • • • • •

2 tbsp olive oil 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp Salt Black pepper 2 tbsp ground garlic 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes halved or quartered 2 cups heavy cream 1/4 cup Parmesan 1/3 cup fresh basil chopped 4 cups fresh baby spinach 1/2 cup white wine

Directions

In large nonstick pan heat olive oil until almost smoking. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Sauté shrimp 3 minutes and remove from pan.

Add garlic and sauté until light brown, add tomatoes cook until tomatoes are soft add spinach and wine, reduce.

Add cream, cheese and reduce until lightly thickened. Serve over your choice of pasta or jasmine rice.

Orange Fennel Salad MAKES TWO SALADS

Ingredients • • • • •

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1 Navel orange peeled and sliced 1 cup shaved fennel 1 tsp black pepper 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil black olives for garnish

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Directions

Peel and slice orange, place on plate.

Shave fennel across the grain and place on top of orange slices. Drizzle salads with olive oil, season with cracked pepper and garnish with sliced black olives. Enjoy!

Super Summer Wines!

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with Dave Nivus

ummer is a time for picnics, balmy weather and relishing the outdoors with a few less layers of clothing. If you are accustomed to red wines during the winter months, summer often lends itself to lighter, crisper, cooler wines with less alcoholic content. Wines taste different at different temps. For instance, in the summer, chilling a red wine for 10 minutes before you bring it to the table is an overlooked trick to keep the alcohol from overtaking many of the other flavors in the wine.

Bethel Living met recently with Dave Nivus, owner of the Good Food Store & Catering Company, purveyor of fine foods and wines for more tips on getting the most out of your wine selections.

Chardonay, sauvignon blanc and rieslings are popular in the summer months, along with rose and lighter reds like pinot noir and grenache. Spanish wines like tempranillo, or a smooth beaujolais from France go well with summer’s lighter fare of salads, seafoods and grilled combinations.

Summer is a great time for experimentation. Gruner Veltliner from Austria is a crisp and appley option which is lower in alcohol, a nice feature to extend those long summer evenings. Although folks think of rieslings as a dessert wine, many have a wonderful balance of acidity and fruit which

can go well with an array of summer dishes. Roses can be chilled and are less likely to have major taste adjustments with temperature variations. Nowadays, more wines are available in cans, making transport and cool storage a cinch!

RED WINES - Pinot Noir, Spanish Grenache and Beaujolais - all lightly chilled ROSÉ WINES - offered in pale salmons and pale pinks and deeper reds from the US, the South of France and South America WHITE WINES - Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc. With more than 500 types of grapes documented in Italy, wine colors can vary from a pale light green to a faint yellow tint or a golden glow Dave is always searching for special wines and good deals from all over the world. Crisp and snappy, cool and refreshing, the Good Food Store can find just what you need for a pairing with your summer dinner plans! Be sure to stop in and enjoy their offerings.

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Digging Deeper

A Region with deep ties to its local geology

by Myles Felch, Assistant Curator The Maine Mineral & Gem Museum (MMGM) is pleased to continue its coverage of the “Rock Stars” in our outdoor exhibit. Four specimens in this 24-hour exhibit come from granitic pegmatites, a type of mineral deposit with a connection to many of the communities in Oxford County.

Pegmatite is the term for exceedingly coarsegrained igneous rocks, that cooled from molten magma below the surface of the Earth. The size of the minerals comprising pegmatite is usually larger than one inch but may reach tens of feet in length! Pegmatite most commonly describes rocks of granitic composition (feldspar plus quartz).

This pegmatite boulder is from the Mount Marie quarries in Paris.

It has an unusual texture of intergrown black tourmaline and green apatite, surrounded by off-white colored feldspar and quartz.

Donated by mine owner Dennis Durgin

Pegmatites are particularly well known for hosting gemstones and rare mineral specimens. Pegmatites are found on every continent but remain quite rare as isolated deposits. Those containing gem material are even rarer. Pegmatites are concentrated in certain regions around the world, Maine being one of these locations and globally recognized as a source of a variety of gem minerals.

Pegmatites occur in western and mid-coast Maine. The top mineral database website, Mindat.com, lists nearly 100 different pegmatite quarries and prospects in Oxford county alone!

Maine’s pegmatites were an important economic resource for over a century. The primary product was feldspar, but mica and several other minerals were also mined. Feldspar has many industrial uses, but initially it was used for ceramics manufacturing.

This colorful pegmatite boulder from the Havey Quarry contains purple lepidolite, and black, green, and pink tourmaline. Note the large crystal sizes that are characteristic of pegmatites.

Donated by mine owner Jeffery Morrison

The feldspar industry was active in Maine from the 1850s till about the 1970s. Quarrying began along the coast, focused in the towns of Georgetown and Topsham. Like the lime and granite industries, proximity to the ocean was a transportation advantage. Feldspar mining did not expand to Oxford county until the early 1900s.

Interest in gem mining was rekindled in the early 1970s when the largest single discovery of gem tourmaline in North America was made at the Dunton Mine in Newry. Since that discovery miners and prospectors have searched the Maine landscape for the next big find. Pegmatite miner Dennis Durgin remarks, “Given the current level of interest in prospecting/mining Maine pegmatites, I feel certain that there are going to be many new discoveries of gems and mineral specimens in Maine that will be of North American and even world class significance.”

As part of MMGM’s capital campaign, rock garden specimens are available as special naming opportunities; supporters can also set their name in stone on the granite pavers lining the pathway of the Rock Garden. Donations are tax deductible. • For a complete list of available specimens and pavers visit www.mainemineralmuseum.org

View from inside the West Paris Feldspar Mill circa 1925. Bags of crushed feldspar are stacked in the foreground. Construction of the mill lead to the development of many pegmatite quarries in the surrounding towns of Albany, Buckfield, Greenwood, and Paris.

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ONGOING EVENTS: SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

June 2: Bethel Library Plant Sale 9-10 am. Always the first Saturday

Fridays, June 1-September 21

after Memorial Day. Get there early for the best selection on perennials

6pm at the bandstand on the Andover Town

and more! bethellibraryassociation.org, 207-824-2520

Common. Family-friendly music series featuring local musicians. Free admission (dona-

June 9: Bethel’s 250th Anniversary Symposium Museums of the Bethel

tions appreciated).

Historical Society. 1pm. This special event, located at the Dr. Moses Mason House, marks the establishment of Bethel in 1768.

MUSEUMS OF THE BETHEL HISTORICAL

bethelhistorical.org, 207-824-2908

Society May 29: Robinson House museum opens for summer season. Exhibit opening:

June 15-17: Trek Across Maine A three-day, 180-mile cycling event

“The White Mountain National Forest: A

from the mountains of Sunday River to the sea in Belfast, benefitting the

Centennial Commemoration”

American Lung Association. lung.org/get-involved/events, 800-543-2754

July 3-October 19: Exhibit Opening: “The Mountain Troops and Moun-

June 23: Rotary Yard Sale and Auction Telstar High School. 8am-3pm

tain Culture in Postwar America,” courtesy of New England Ski Museum

is the annual yard sale. Auction preview starts at 5:30pm. The auction begins at 6:30pm to benefit Rotary Club of Bethel. 284 Walkers Mills Rd,

July 5-August 31: Guided Tours of the Dr. Moses Mason House. 1- 4pm,

Bethel. bethelrotary.org

Thursday- Saturday. Adults: $3.00, children 6-12 years: $1.50, families: $9.00. Children under 6 and members are free.

June 25: 29th Annual Coca-Cola of Northern New England Bethel

July 5, 12, 19, & 26: “Mornings at the Museum” Free activities for chil-

Area Chamber Golf Classic The Bethel Inn Resort. Pre-registration

dren ages 6-10 – exploring, touring, arts & crafts, hands-on history.

required. Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. bethelmaine.com,

bethelhistorical.org, 207-824-2908

207-824-2282

ANDROSCOGGIN SOURCE TO SEA PADDLE

July 4: The 4th of July Community Picnic & Concert Museums of

July 6 – August 5:

the Bethel Historical Society. Celebrate our nation’s independence with

Join for one day or many as the ARWC connects people to the beauty

an outdoor concert by the fabulous Portland Brass Quintet. Starts at

of this 170+ mile river from Umbagog Lake to Merrymeeting Bay. Check

11:30am, bring your lunch, and after the presentation of colors and the

website for specifics and registration. Androscoggin River Watershed

National Anthem, enjoy a two-hour concert. bethelhistorical.org,

Council, androscogginwatershed.org, 207-754-8158

207-824-2908

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July 6-7: River Rock Music Festival Sunday River. Presented by Light-

July 20-21: New England Forest Rally Sunday River & surrounding

house Events, this Christian music celebration has some of the top artists

area. Regional and national rally racing pros take on the back roads of

in Christian music coming to perform in the mountains. riverrockfestival.

western Maine and northern New Hampshire. newenglandforestrally.com

com, 800-543-2754 July 21: Molly Ockett Day & Molly Ockett Day Classic Road Races July 6-August 5: 23rd Annual Source to Sea Androscoggin River Wa-

Bethel Town Common. Bethel’s biggest and most beloved event for

tershed Council, whose mission is to continuously improve environmental

over 50 years. Artists and crafters, parade, live music, kids’ entertainment,

quality, encourage stewardship and promote healthy and prosperous

frog jumping contest, food, fireworks, & more. Road races: 5- and 1-mile

communities in the Androscoggin Watershed, hosts a journey of nearly

runs, 1-mile kids’ run, diaper dash too! Bethel Area Chamber of

170 miles, from Umbagog to the Atlantic Ocean in Merrymeeting Bay.

Commerce. mollyockettday.com, 207-824-2282

androscogginwatershed.org, 207-754-8158 July 21-22: 57th Annual Western Maine Gem, Mineral and Jewelry July 7: 29th Annual Bethel Art Fair Bethel Town Common. Enjoy the

Show Telstar Regional High School, 284 Walkers Mills Rd. (Rt. 26),

work of local artists and artisans, musical entertainment, fireworks and

Bethel. Gems, minerals, crystals, books, magazines, fossils, jewelry, door

more. Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce, bethelartfair.com,

prizes, museum-quality displays, gem raffle, and much more. Entrance fee

800-442-5826

$3, under 12 is FREE. 9am-4pm. mincoll@megalink.net, 207-665-2759

July 7: Timber-frame Building Raising Museums of the Bethel Histor-

July 27-29: 18th Annual New England Couples Golf Championship

ical Society. Public participation is welcome at this raising of a replica of

The Bethel Inn Resort. The perfect weekend for couples who love the

Dr. Moses Mason’s 19th century library. The raising will be on the grounds

game. Two day tournament, entertainment & great prizes.

of Dr. Moses Mason House, its original location.

bethelinn.com , 800-654-0125

bethelhistorical.org, 207-824-2908 July 27-29: Tough Mountain Challenge Sunday River. Thrill-seeking July 14: Unveiling of Molly Ockett Art by Arla Patch Museums of the

competitors face natural and man-made obstacles on a 5k alpine terrain

Bethel Historical Society. 2pm. The donation and unveiling of a series of

course. toughmountain.com, 800-543-2754

paintings of Molly Ockett Day artwork by Arla Patch. Donated by Barbara Goodbody. Refreshments served. bethelhistorical.org, 207-824-2908

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(continued from page 11) recreation are now firmly embedded in the New England lifestyle.

In the past, camping had little diversity, with non-white participation falling well below overall population figures. New campers now represent a group of campers who are more diverse than the overall population of New England.

Camping is Social and Accessible • Whether it is family or friends involved, campers are continuing to experience the outdoors in groups and multi-generational camping is popular among younger campers (more than a fourth of millennial campers say that they camp with their parents); teen campers acknowledge that they enjoy the time with friends and family while camping.

• Camping is a highly accessible activity.

Those seeking a camping experience do not have to spend a great deal of money on camping, and with increased social circles of campers, the opportunity to borrow or rent gear is generating higher levels of accessibility.

• Campers are seeking destinations closer to home and able to camp with their friends and family more often.

Camping and Outdoor Recreation The newest generation of campers appear to be changing the relationship between camping and outdoor recreation by considering them to be a singular pursuit.

Campers are seeking recreation both on and off-site, the result is that whether they recreate at the campground or off, it is important to have access to recreation while camping.

Younger campers are highly likely to integrate outdoor recreation activities into their camping trips, resulting in a mindset that once they venture out camping, they are going to include some other type of activity.

This means having access to some type of recreation – whether it is in close proximity or on-site at the campground – is an important consideration among campers. A vast majority of campers incorporate hiking into their trips, are physically active, say

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camping improves their overall health, leave the campground for outdoor recreation, and choose campgrounds for the recreation opportunities.

Specific types of recreation that New Englanders participate in most often while camping include hiking, fishing, canoeing/ kayaking, and mountain biking. Often overlooked among campers is that about one out of every ten campers leave a campground to go golfing, go off-roading and/or mix hunting with their trips.

When visitors come to the area for camping they are not locked into staying at the campground, and besides outdoor recreation, are likely to include sight-seeing, dining, visiting local attractions/events and shopping.

The Future of Camping in New England Participation in camping and outdoor recreation appears to have a bright future, with younger people – including teens -flocking to the outdoors.

As millennials build their families and establish their lifestyles, they will continue to camp as a form of outdoor recreation based on exposure and fondness for outdoor recreation at a younger age. The Baby Boomers and GenXers will change their habits as they enter retirement (more RVing, sight-seeing, “glamping”), but outdoor recreation will still be a critical part of what they choose for their vacations.

Camping and outdoor recreation are significant contributors to the overall Maine and Bethel area economies and should continue to benefit from these trends in participation for years to come, highlighting the importance of caring for and nurturing the attractions that visitors enjoy in our wonderful corner of the state. •

Scott Bahr is President of Cairn Consulting Group, a market research company that specializes in hospitality (both indoor and outdoor), the RV industry, and outdoor recreation. He has been involved in the the camping/outdoor hospitality sector for 15 years, consulting with a variety of organizations in the outdoor recreation industry at the local, state, regional and national levels.

Scott spent his early years in Northern Michigan where he began his love of the outdoors, and is now a resident of Bryant Pond where he enjoys the access we have to camping, hiking, fishing, rivers and lakes and the people who cherish this special area.

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