Moving from an urban or suburban area to a rural area can be culture shock. There are many things you should consider before you move and begin living in a rural area. This Rural Area Life guide will help you understand the key differences between rural and urban life and prepare you for what lies […]
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For those of us living in rural Maine, healthcare access often means weighing convenience against what’s available locally. Since moving to Western Maine in 2020, we’ve relied on our local rural health clinic for routine care, and it’s been a pleasant surprise compared to our suburban Rhode Island days. No more fighting city traffic or
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Some road trip stops look small on the map, then end up being the ones you remember most. On our 17-day Pennsylvania trip, Indian Echo Caverns in Hummelstown was one of those places. We went for the caverns, but the surprise was everything outside them, too: a free barnyard, cute animals, open space, and an
Rural tourism offers a unique opportunity to live authentic experiences in off-the-beaten-path locations. Are you seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature? Look no further. In this blog post, I will explore the wonders of rural tourism, from picturesque landscapes to caverns and encounters
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I heard this phrase the a few years ago t and loved it because it spotlighted our rural area as a “Pharmacy Desert.” In most places, the pharmacy desert is defined as people living at least 15 miles from a pharmacy. Maine was called this, but our location is an hour away from any pharmacy.
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Finding yourself in a new rural area with no Rural King near you can be disappointing. But when you stumble upon one during your travels, the excitement is unparalleled. The anticipation builds as you enter their rural store, knowing you’re in for a one-of-a-kind experience that regular stops just can’t match. We were so excited
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Some day trips blur together. Our visit to Howe’s Cavern and Zipline didn’t. It felt like two adventures packed into one stop, part cool underground wonder, part up-in-the-air excitement. We started our trip at Howe’s Cavern and Zipline below ground, where the air changed, and the outside world went quiet. Later, we clipped in outside
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Pretty flowers are easy to buy. Getting them through the unpredictable spring and summer flower season in Maine is the hard part. If you want a yard that looks good without constant replanting, start with varieties that can handle cold winters, short summers, and mixed-up soil. That matters even more in the rural western mountains
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