Orono
In Orono, Maine, you can search the cosmos, climb the walls, enjoy top collegiate athletics, explore a Maine bog, learn about Maine’s Native peoples and enjoy classical music and performances. How’s this possible in a small Maine town? Much of the thanks can go to Orono’s biggest resident, the University of Maine. The flagship campus of the state’s university system has museums, parks, sporting activities and other fun stuff available not only to the college community, but to visitors, too.
Things to Do in Orono
The University of Maine Black Bears field some terrific teams each year. If you stop by at the right time, you can watch Orono’s teams defend the school in basketball, hockey, softball and other sports. Check the Black Bear’s website for information on game schedules and tickets.
If you’re interested in doing your own sports, stop by the Maine Bound Adventure Center on the college campus. The center offers indoor climbing and bouldering and gear rental.
Time to get out? Stroll the Orono Bog Boardwalk. This mile-long boardwalk snakes through a Maine bog, allowing you to enjoy all the plants and animals that live inside. For more outdoor exploration, check out Sunkhaze Meadows National Wildlife Refuge in the nearby town of Milford. The refuge has trails and is known for its birdwatching. Enjoy an 18-hole championship golf course at Penobscot Valley Country Club. Or bounce off some energy indoors at the Orono Trampoline Park.
You can shop in Orono for products from Maine companies. Drop into Shaw & Tenney, which since 1858 has been hand-making classic maritime gear like canoe and kayak paddles. And check out Byer of Maine’s Factory Store for outdoor gear and furniture.
Orono has a good crop of cultural hubs, too. There’s the Page Farm and Home Museum, which highlights the history of local Maine farming; the Versant Astronomy Center with a planetarium and observatory; the Collins Center for the Arts, the university’s main performing-arts venue; and the Hudson Museum, which explores world cultures, particularly those of Native Americans. The University of Maine has the renowned Zillman Art Museum with an impressive collection of modern and contemporary artwork in nearby Bangor.
Where to Stay in Orono
Some Orono, Maine hotels to consider are the University Inn Academic Suites, the Black Bear Inn & Conference Center and these suggestions. Also, scroll through the list of regional businesses below.
Restaurants in Orono
Hungry? Some Orono, Maine restaurants to consider include the Black Bear Brewing Co., Pat’s Pizza, The Family Dog, Woodman’s Bar and Grill and these suggestions. Also check out the list of regional businesses below.
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