Local and Regional New England Blogs - blogspot, wordpress

 This list includes a sampling of local and regional blogs related to New England USA, listed alphbetically.

Blogs included in this list range from small to mid-sized independent projects. Please comment to suggest additional blogs.

Boston 1775
http://boston1775.blogspot.com/

Boston Restaurant Talk
http://bostonrestaurants.blogspot.com/

Cape Ann Images
http://capeannimages.blogspot.com/

Carol's View Of New England
http://carolsviewofnewengland.blogspot.com/

Col's Creations
http://colscreations.blogspot.com/

Connecticut Explorer
http://connecticutexplorer.blogspot.com/

Downeast Denizen
http://downeastdenizen.blogspot.com/

Exploring Western Massachusetts
http://explorewmass.blogspot.com

Ghosts of New England
http://ghostsofnewengland.blogspot.com/

Irish Boston History & Heritage
http://irishboston.blogspot.com/

Irish Massachusetts
http://irishmassachusetts.blogspot.com/

Jericho, Vermont Photos
http://jerichovermont.blogspot.com/

Massachusetts
http://tjsbaystate.blogspot.com/

NEW ENGLAND FOLKLORE
http://newenglandfolklore.blogspot.com/

New England Lighthouses
http://nelights.blogspot.com/

New England Photos
http://newenglandphotos.blogspot.com/

New England Travels
http://newenglandtravels.blogspot.com/

New England USA
http://new-england-usa.blogspot.com/

New Hampshire Wine-man
http://nhwineman.blogspot.com/

Newburyport ArtWalk
http://artwalknewburyport.blogspot.com/

NH Sustainable Marine Fisheries
http://nhsustainablefisheries.blogspot.com/

P.E.I. Heritage Buildings
http://peiheritagebuildings.blogspot.com/

Recreational Kayaking in Maine
http://kayakinginmaine.blogspot.com/

Rhode Island Carp Fishing
http://ricarpfishing.blogspot.com/

Rhode Island Striped Bass
http://ristripedbass.blogspot.com/

Rocky Coast News
http://rockycoastnews.blogspot.com/
   
Saltwater News
http://saltwater-news.blogspot.com/

Sea Kayak Stonington
http://seakayakstonington.blogspot.com/   

Ship Movements at St. John's and other ports
http://wwwshipshots.blogspot.com/
   
Shipfax
http://shipfax.blogspot.com/

Shiphotos...by Paul Beesley
http://shiphotos.blogspot.com/

Simply Cape Ann
http://simplycapeann.blogspot.com/

Springfield Vermont News
http://springfieldvt.blogspot.com/
   
State Library of Massachusetts
http://mastatelibrary.blogspot.com/

Stay at a Lighthouse
http://stayatalighthouse.blogspot.com/

Strange Maine
http://strangemaine.blogspot.com/

The Narwhal's Left Tooth
http://narwhalslefttooth.blogspot.com/

THE OLD COLONY GRAVEYARD RABBIT
http://oldcolonygraveyardrabbit.blogspot.com/

The Rhode Islander
http://oceanstater.blogspot.com/
   
Tugfax
http://tugfaxblogspotcom.blogspot.com/

tugster: a waterblog
https://tugster.wordpress.com/

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Northeast Region
https://usfwsnortheast.wordpress.com

New England Food Adventures
http://newenglandfoodadventures.blogspot.com/

Maritime Shows In New England 2020

Boston MA | credit: USCG

A number of shows, expos, and other events in New England will spotlight maritime issues such as fishing, seafood, boating, equipment, education, and much more. This post lists a few events that will be held in and around New England in 2020.

Rhode Island Boat Show
January 3 - 5, 2020
Rhode Island Convention Center
One Sabin Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02903
www.riboatshow.com

The RI Boat Show features all types of watercraft. Many dealers and exhibitors offer boat show specials and Rhode Island does not tax boat sales.

2020 Progressive Insurance New England Boat Show
February 8 through February 16, 2020
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
415 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210
www.newenglandboatshow.com

Now in its 65th year, the 2020 Progressive Insurance New England Boat Show will be held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, February 8-16, 2020. The New England Boat Show showcases more than 700 boats and watercraft, along with electronics, and other marine accessories.

45th Maine Fishermen’s Forum
March 5-7, 2020
Rockport, Maine
mainefishermensforum.org

The 45th Maine Fishermen’s Forum will be held March 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2020 in Rockport, Maine. The Fishermen’s Forum hosts fishermen, gear suppliers, scientists, government, and other stakeholders. Each year the Forum provides three days of free seminars for fishermen covering a wide range of topics.

Offshore Wind Seminar
The public is invited to attend a one-day seminar on offshore wind energy development in the Gulf of Maine. The seminar will be held on Thursday March 5 from 10:00-4:00 at the Maine Fishermen’s Forum.

For more information, visit www.mainefishermensforum.org

Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America
March 15-17, 2020
Boston, USA
www.seafoodexpo.com

In Boston, buyers and suppliers from around the world will meet, network and do business at Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America.

The exposition is sponsored by the National Fisheries Institute. Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America is North America’s largest seafood exposition.

For more information, visit: www.seafoodexpo.com/north-america source: www.seafoodexpo.com

Please add a comment to suggest additional maritime events in 2020.

Maine Wild Blueberries - 2018 Production

Maine wild blueberry growers saw an increase in value of the 2018 wild blueberry crop, according to King Whetstone, director of USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Northeastern Region.

Total production dropped to 50.4 million pounds, down 26 percent from 2017 production.

The price growers received for processing berries in 2018 averaged $0.46 per pound, up $0.21 from 2017.

Value of production of 2018 wild blueberries is $23.155 million, up 32 percent from the previous year.

Maine is the largest producer of wild blueberries in the United States.

Wild blueberries from Maine are smaller, sweeter, and firmer than cultivated varieties. They have a purplish hue rather than the familiar blue color of cultivated blueberries.

Wild blueberries are prepared into jams, cobblers, pies, and other dishes. They are also used to flavor syrups or ice cream.

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Ask anyone about life in New England and most likely, the conversation will include local foods. From Maine lobsters to Vermont maple syrup, each state has its own list of iconic local foods.

Maine

Maine is most of all, famous for its lobsters. Maine is the number one producer of wild caught lobsters in the U.S. Maine is also known for its bay scallops, sea scallops, mussels, oysters, fish, and other delicacies.

In addition to its seafood, Maine is known for its wild blueberries which are made into pies, jams, and other foods. Not to be forgotten are Maine potatoes and other cool climate vegetables.

Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a wealth of foods. Like Maine, Massachusetts is known for its seafood. American lobsters are abundant although not comparable to Maine. A lesser known crustacean, the Jonah crab is caught together with lobsters. From the Atlantic, fishermen harvest Atlantic sea scallops, sea clams, fish, and other foods.

Vermont

Vermont is the nation's number one producer of maple syrup. Vermont is famous for its sugar maples, the source of high quality syrup. In addition maple syrup, Vermont producers offer a variety of local foods including cheese, honey, and others.

New Hampshire

New Hampshire's most valuable agricultural product is maple syrup. New Hampshire farms also produce milk and other products. Along the coast, fishermen land a variety of seafood while aquaculturists produce oysters, clams, and other foods.

Rhode Island

Rhode Island is another state that is known for its abundant seafood. Quahog clams are the state shellfish. Squid is one of the state's most valuable fisheries.

Connecticut

Connecticut is one of several New England states with vinticulture. Connecticut's Wine Trail includes over 40 vineyards and wineries. Connecticut farms also produce beef, poultry, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, honey, and other foods.

Christmas In New England

Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse Maine | credit : NPS

Since the colonial period, Christmas has been a special time in New England. This article takes a brief look at Christmas traditions, events, things to do, and trip ideas for Christmas in New England.

Traditions

The region's natural beauty and wealth of resources have played a major role in shaping America's Christmas traditions.

Christmas traditions associated with New England include sleigh rides, ski retreats, Christmas tree farm tours, cranberry sauce, pies, seafood, and others.

Food and Drink

Food is a big part of Christmas in New England. There are usually plenty of main courses such as turkey, ham or even Maine lobster, accompanied by potatoes, winter squash, cranberry sauce, and other traditional foods. For dessert, pies are often served, especially apple, blueberry, and pumpkin. At breakfast, Vermont maple syrup is an essential topping for pancakes or waffles.

Outdoor Activities

During the Christmas season, there is no shortage of outdoor things to do in New England. Enthusiasts can enjoy skiing (downhill and cross-country), snowboarding, sledding, snowmobiling, sleigh rides, hiking, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and other cold weather activities. Holiday train excursions are another option for seeing the outdoors.

Along the coast, winter boat excursions offer unique views of waterfronts, historic landmarks, wildlife, and other sites. For birdwatchers, there are numerous Christmas Bird Counts held throughout New England.

Destinations

New England's diversity is part of its attraction. There are so many unique areas that are unlike anything else nearby.

Maine, the largest New England state, offers an array of experiences. There are isolated wild lands, quaint coastal towns, and many other settings.

Nearby, Massachusetts is another state with a range of settings for Christmas. Visitors can enjoy an urban holiday in Boston, celebrate in a coastal town, or explore the western part of the state.

In Vermont and New Hampshire, visitors can enjoy incredible scenery and a quiet atmosphere. Vermont has winter attractions such as the Green Mountains, ski areas, hiking trails, Lake Champlain ice fishing, top notch spas, and more.

In New Hampshire, nature lovers and outdoor adventurers can explore the White Mountains or ski one of the most extensive networks of cross-country ski trails in the East. Located near Mount Liberty in Franconia Notch State Park, the Flume Gorge is one of the state's most popular natural attractions. In Portsmouth, the Festival of Trees includes a spectacular display of lights.

Rhode Island, the smallest New England state, has plenty of things to do during the Christmas season. Christmas In Newport, a month long celebration, includes traditional lighting, mansion tours, and much more. While in Newport, visitors can take a boat tour to see seals, lighthouses, and waterfront views. Rhode Island also has lots of beaches where families can enjoy a winter walk.

In Connecticut, there are plenty of cities and coastal communities to visit. Favorite destinations include Mystic, New Haven, Bridgeport, Hartford, Greenwich, or other towns. Annual winter events include Winterfest Hartford, Holiday Light Fantasia (with more than 1 million lights), and the Gingerbread Festival in South Windsor.

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