The Crazy One-Of-A-Kind Store You'll Only Find In Maine
By Michelle|Published March 17, 2017
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Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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Most people know to head straight for Freeport when they want good shopping, but we believe that some of the best of Maine might be our more…unexpected shopping opportunities. A few days ago, we told you all about the Blueberry Barrens, a region of Maine famous for low bush blueberry crops. Today, we give you another blueberry-related attraction. But, unlike the other blueberry land, this one will send you home with gifts for the family, along with a very unique experience!
You might have heard that an incredible store in the shape of a blueberry exists in Maine...
Dell spent 53 years working on the only wild blueberry research farm in America, located at the University of Maine. Marie is an award-winning chef who has taught for 30 years in the Maine Community College system.
They are a farmer and chef team dedicated to the preservation of one of the last wild and natural crops grown commercially, Maine's wild blueberries.
Wild Wescogus Berries, the Emerson's farm land is comprised of about 160 acres of farm located above the Pleasant River known for Wild Atlantic Salmon. From the farm, you'll even have 60 mile views towards Cadillac Mountain.
The blueberry goodness available include: pies, muffins, scones, jams, jellies, baking mixes, candy, teas and coffee, ice cream, dog treats, salsa, vinegar, dressings and smoothies.
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The baked goods just might be the best you'll find in the state!
Wild Blueberry Land is located at 1067 US Highway 1, Columbia Falls, Maine 04623. Give them a call on 207-483-2583. Check out their website and their Facebook page.
If you’re looking for some other cool things to do in Maine, check out our list of the most epic things you’ve never thought about doing, but absolutely should!
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