Posted in Maine
October 18, 2017
10 Totally True Stereotypes Mainers Should Just Accept As Fact
While we certainly don’t think all stereotypes are true, there are some things said about Mainers that ring true for us here at Only in Maine. We like to believe that the only people who truly understand someone from Maine is another person from Maine, but the reality is that some things are pretty easy to figure out. Is it true that we hate winter? Do we all run around in L.L. Bean fleeces? Read on to find out!

In Northern Maine, moose really DO outnumber people. There are around 70,000 moose in Maine. And, since Maine moose are reportedly getting healthier we may just see this figure get bigger.

Be honest. On snowy days when you really need to get somewhere, you wish you drove a Subaru don't you? Okay, even if you don't drive a Subaru you definitely drive something sensible!

In our estimation, at least two flannels equal a collection and we have to believe we've all got at least two tucked away in our closet.

Place like Portland might be on the map, but we like to tell people it's the middle of nowhere. We're fine with people steering clear of our little patch of paradise. And, honestly, everywhere else sort of IS the middle of nowhere.

Not just lobster, but clams and muscles, too. We love our seafood!

We know it's expensive, but there's some strong state pride running through our veins whenever we see that logo.

That doesn't mean we don't appreciate the summer. But, despite the complaints we all live in Maine for a reason.

Whenever we write about the way Mainers speak, we get divided comments. Some agree, many disagree. But, in reality, let's just all agree that even if we don't talk like old-time Mainers, we DO leave off an "r" here and there.

First, yes we do. Second, and more accurately, we just get over it. Mainer are hearty in the winter time!

It's true. Nothing we can say. And, we think it's pretty obvious why.
Have you enjoyed this season’s colorful leaves in Maine yet? If not, check out this beautiful restaurant nestled among the trees for some of the best views in the state.