11 Things No One Tells You About Surviving A Maine Winter
Well, Mainers. It’s happened. Much of the state has now officially received the first snow of the season. It may not have been a blizzard and it may have only covered our windshields, but there was no mistaking that white stuff falling from they sky. While most of us know that this is leading to, it’s always a bit jarring when we’re forced to acknowledge that winter (really) is coming. While many of you have been through a few of these at this point, here are a few things that people just won’t say about surviving Maine in winter.
In Maine, winter starts when it wants and leaves when it’s good and ready. That means we might be wearing snow boots at Thanksgiving and again in May.
In Maine, the sun seems to go down a lot sooner than in other parts of the country. If you’re one of those people affected by winter blues, we recommend you move slightly more south.
In Maine, a little snow doesn’t shut us down. So, before you start in on that 4th glass of Allen’s and unplug your morning alarm, we recommend you remember that you live in Maine.
Rejoice!
They're extremely useful when it comes to snow removal!
We see so much snow, year in and year out, that a few feet doesn’t really matter.
Other states have the luxury of joking about blizzards, while Mainers actually experience them. Because we’ve experienced actual blizzard conditions we might just understand winter better than anyone.
There’s no getting around it. If you have a roof and you live in Maine, there’s a good chance you’re going to need to get on top and shovel before it caves in leaving your loved ones to watch TV covered in snow.
We love L.L. Bean and we love our Bean Boots, but they’re not going to help you trudge your way to work in the snow. For that, you’re going to need a much heartier option.
We don't let a little snow stop us from getting outside. Whether it's snow-focused sports or the activities most people think of doing in the spring, we love getting out there despite cold temps. You'll be better off if you get used to being in the cold.
We talk a lot about winter and people might make fun of our choice to live here, but Mainers know just how lucky we really are.
While you’re preparing for winter, make sure to add a trip on this train to the North Pole to your list of things to do in December!
