MAINE THE PINE TREE STATE When When dawn breaks over the United States the first rays of sunlight fall upon the craggy coast of Maine The state is treasured for its rugged landscape from thick forests and rolling mountains to a coastline that hides deep protected bays and coves Just off the mainland the Atlantic Ocean is sprinkled with hundreds of rocky islands Many of them are home to fishing boats or summer guests People from all over the country flock to Maine to enjoy such treasures as Acadia National Park and the state's many charming coastal towns Maine is also famous for its fish and tasty lobsters Maine is called the Pine Tree State because of the vast forests that cover most of its land Logging and shipbuilding began in Maine in the 1600s The state's outdoor resources are still important today although they are carefully managed for future generations to enjoy A Maine Lobsterman shows off his catch of the day The state is famous for its tasty lobsters MAINE
Portland Head Light was first lit on January 10 1791 It stands today as part of Fort Williams Park near the town of Cape Elizabeth Maine A 11 Linan M
MAINE Facts QUICK Name There is no clear answer about the origin of the state's name Many people believe it is a sailing reference to the mainland State Capital Augusta population 18 705 Date of Statehood March 15 1820 23rd state INNGO Population 1 330 089 41st most populous state IMAN MAINE Area Total Land and Water 35 380 square miles 91 634 sq km 39th largest state Largest City Portland population 66 666 Nickname The Pine Tree State Motto Dirigo I lead State Bird Black Capped Chickadee MAINE
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA State Flower White Pine Cone and Tassel State Gemstone Tourmaline State Tree White Pine White Pine Cone Tassel State Song State of Maine Song Tourmaline Highest Point Mount Katahdin 5 268 feet 1 606 m Lowest Point Atlantic Ocean O feet 0 m Mount Katahdin Average July High Temperature 77°F 25°C Record High Temperature 105°F 41°C in North Bridgton on July 4 and 10 1911 Average January Low Temperature 4°F 16°C Atlantic Ocean Record Low Temperature 50°F 46°C at Big Black River on January 16 2009 Average Annual Precipitation 45 inches 114 cm Number of U S Senators 2 Number of U S Representatives 2 MVANIE U S Postal Service Abbreviation ME QUICK FACTS N
