Since this is my first summer actively pursuing photography I thought I might share 2 locations that look promising for nature photographers which I have found thus far. The first is the Saco Bog and Heath, which has 2 flowering plants blooming in mid to late May. Even if you are not into photography this place is truely unique.
http://www.mainenaturalareas.org/docs/program_activities/links/Landtrust/SacoHeath.pdf
Second is the annual blooming of the Northern Blazing Star at the Kennebunk Plains. This is a huge area and I can only imagine what it will look like covered in flowers. Kennebunk Plains happens in late August or early September. I have seen some local photos and it looks like an impressive location.
I personally visited both of these locations over the weekend. While the Kennebunk Plains could be considered "boring" until the blooming, the Saco Heath is worth the trip any time. I felt like I was in another part of the continent when I was there, as the topography is so different than Maine.
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2 replieshttp://www.mainenaturalareas.org/docs/program_activities/links/Landtrust/SacoHeath.pdf
Second is the annual blooming of the Northern Blazing Star at the Kennebunk Plains. This is a huge area and I can only imagine what it will look like covered in flowers. Kennebunk Plains happens in late August or early September. I have seen some local photos and it looks like an impressive location.
http://www.mainenaturalareas.org/docs/program_activities/links/Landtrust/KennebunkPlains.pdf
I personally visited both of these locations over the weekend. While the Kennebunk Plains could be considered "boring" until the blooming, the Saco Heath is worth the trip any time. I felt like I was in another part of the continent when I was there, as the topography is so different than Maine.
Fred
If I have the time, think the plains look like a great location. I'll look you up if I go! Thanks for the tips!
I have a place up at Old Orchard. Let me know when you're up that way and if I'm up there that weekend we'll get together.
Mike