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04-09-2013, 07:44 AM
http://www.visitmaine.com/sweepstake/getaway
-Period #1 (“Period #1”) - November 15, 2012 – January 15, 2013
-Period #2 (“Period #2”) - January 16, 2013 – March 31, 2013
-Period #3 (“Period #3”) - April 1, 2013 – June 15, 2013
-Period #4 (“Period #4”) - June 16, 2013 – August 31, 2013
1 entry per entry period
Period #3 Grand Prize - Maine Lakes & Mountains - Ultimate Outdoor Adventure with Maine
Huts & Trails
Prize Overview:
Maine’s Lakes & Mountains Region boasts ten of Maine’s highest peaks, some of the best
Nordic skiing in the East and hundreds of glacial lakes. As part of this prize, delight in four
breathtaking days of hut to hut adventure whether hiking, mountain biking, skiing or
snowshoeing. (www.mainehuts.org, www.MaineLakesandMountains.com)
Prize Details:
Maine Huts & Trails; 5 days/4 consecutive nights; 4 people. Enjoy 5 days and 4 nights of hut to
hut adventure. Choose between hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing or skiing. At night, enjoy
delicious home-cooked meals prepared with locally-sourced organic ingredients, warm,
comfortable beds and hot showers. Maine Huts & Trails provides breathtaking possibilities for
outdoor enthusiasts of all levels, ages and interests.
Trip includes one night at each of our four huts: Poplar, Flagstaff, Grand Falls, and the newest
Stratton Brook. dinner and breakfast are included each day plus shuttle to transport guest from
start to finish back to car (since system is linear). Winter ski trip includes gear shuttle between
huts. Lunch and equipment rentals not included
Revel in one of the following uniquely Maine experiences:
Ski or Snowshoe from hut-to-hut in January! Begin by skiing into our newest, Stratton Brook
Hut, for your first night then. On day 2, ski to our Poplar Hut and stay for the night. Day three
features more skiing, where you go on to Flagstaff Hut before finally venturing on to Grant Falls
Hut for your last night. On your last day, day 5, ski out to the West Forks we you will be picked
up and driven back to your vehicle. Includes gear transport between huts and shuttle from finish
to start.
Hike hut-to-hut in July! Hike into Stratton Brook Hut for night 1 and enjoy watching the sun
set behind the mountains from the hut’s porch. Hike to Poplar on day 2 passing by several sets of
small waterfalls where you can jump in to cool off, continue your hike to Flagstaff on day 3.
When at Flagstaff, take out one of our canoes or kayaks for a bit on the lake. On day 4 hike to
Grand Falls Hut where you spend your final night. On your last day, day 5, hike out to the West
Forks. Our shuttle will pick you up and drive back to your vehicle.
Mountain Bike hut-to-hut in September! Bike into Stratton Brook Hut for your first night and
enjoy a spectacular view of the Bigelow Mountain Range while the leaves are turning. Continue
your ride on to Poplar for night 2, make sure to swing by and see the waterfalls! Bike up to
Flagstaff on day 3 where you can rent canoes or kayaks and paddle around the cove before
dinner or before you head north to Grand Falls on day 4, don’t forget to stop and check out the
Grand Falls waterfall on your way. Bike out to be picked up and driven back to your vehicle on
day 5.
Restrictions/ Blackout Dates: Winner can choose their season. Can be redeemed for: Winter trip
anytime in January OR Summer trip anytime in July; OR Fall trip anytime in September.
**$200 prepaid gift card also included in the prize package.**
ARV: $1,750
Period #4 Grand Prize - Greater Portland & Casco Bay – Maine Foodie & Serious Shopper
Getaway
Prize Overview: The historic seaport of Portland, Maine’s largest urban area, is perched on
Casco Bay with its many island and coastal communities. This region is as celebrated for its arts
and entertainment scene as it is for its walking and biking trails; as renowned for its local cuisine
as for its access to outdoor adventures. Creative, exciting, happening, fun—it’s all here. Enjoy a
getaway to discover the tastes and treasures of Greater Portland.
Prize Details:
5 days/ 4 consecutive nights; 2 people; one room where accommodations are offered. Package
includes enjoyment of the Greater Portland region in two parts…
Your first experience will start with The Maine Foodie Package which includes a two-night
stay at the luxurious Inn by the Sea on sandy Crescent Beach in Cape Elizabeth, located just 7
miles from Portland’s urban chic small port city. The Inn by the Sea was just selected one of
Travel & Leisure’s Top 50 Us resorts in 2012. When you arrive you will be greeted with a $100
gift basket from Stonewall Kitchen waiting in your room for you to enjoy the flavors of Maine
during your stay. After a leisurely stroll on the beach, enjoy captivating cuisine with a dinner for
two at Inn by the Sea’s ocean view Sea Glass Restaurant. The next morning you can venture
into downtown Portland and experience its’ celebrated food scene with a guided walking tour by
Maine Foodie Tour complete with tastings including Vervacious Maine made condiments ,
craft brewing, food and cheese artisans and restaurants. Samplings include Maine crabmeat, wild
blueberry preserves, smoked seafood and the original whoopee pie. While you’re in Portland
enjoy a sail for two past some of Maine’s most beautiful sights and sounds aboard the Portland
Schooner Company’s storied wooden schooner built in the early 20th century. Had enough
relaxation? Want to do something a little more adventurous? You and your guest will venture
out on a guided bicycle ride with Summer Feet Cycling to 5 of Portland’s lighthouses. Then
you can cool off with a $30 gift certificate from Gelato Fiasco as you stroll the streets of
Portland’s Old Port enjoying your favorite flavor.
Your vacation will continue in Freeport, Maine with The Serious Shopper Package which
includes two nights lodging at the Harraseeket Inn in a deluxe room with fireplace and jacuzzi
tub and dinner for two one evening in our Maine Dining Room! Full buffet breakfast each
morning and afternoon tea each day to refresh, relax, and compare bargains! Included as well is
a lovely selection of fruits and cheeses and a bottle of wine upon your arrival. The Harraseeket
Inn will start your shopping frenzy off with a $25 gift certificate to L.L. Bean and FreeportUSA
will compliment it with a $75 gift certificate available to use at any of Freeport’s 170 outlets and
one-of-a-kind shops. Famished after a day of shopping? Spend the afternoon on a haywagon
tour and lobsterbake for 2 at Wolfe’s Neck Farm.
Restrictions/ Blackout Dates: Excludes the months of July and August.
**$200 prepaid gift card also included in the prize package.**
ARV: $2,400
If any of the Grand Prize Winners home residence is not within 300 miles of the destination
location (as determined), the Sponsor will offer roundtrip standard economy airfare for the
Winners and allowed number of traveling companions (1-3 depending on the prize).
-Period #1 (“Period #1”) - November 15, 2012 – January 15, 2013
-Period #2 (“Period #2”) - January 16, 2013 – March 31, 2013
-Period #3 (“Period #3”) - April 1, 2013 – June 15, 2013
-Period #4 (“Period #4”) - June 16, 2013 – August 31, 2013
1 entry per entry period
Period #3 Grand Prize - Maine Lakes & Mountains - Ultimate Outdoor Adventure with Maine
Huts & Trails
Prize Overview:
Maine’s Lakes & Mountains Region boasts ten of Maine’s highest peaks, some of the best
Nordic skiing in the East and hundreds of glacial lakes. As part of this prize, delight in four
breathtaking days of hut to hut adventure whether hiking, mountain biking, skiing or
snowshoeing. (www.mainehuts.org, www.MaineLakesandMountains.com)
Prize Details:
Maine Huts & Trails; 5 days/4 consecutive nights; 4 people. Enjoy 5 days and 4 nights of hut to
hut adventure. Choose between hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing or skiing. At night, enjoy
delicious home-cooked meals prepared with locally-sourced organic ingredients, warm,
comfortable beds and hot showers. Maine Huts & Trails provides breathtaking possibilities for
outdoor enthusiasts of all levels, ages and interests.
Trip includes one night at each of our four huts: Poplar, Flagstaff, Grand Falls, and the newest
Stratton Brook. dinner and breakfast are included each day plus shuttle to transport guest from
start to finish back to car (since system is linear). Winter ski trip includes gear shuttle between
huts. Lunch and equipment rentals not included
Revel in one of the following uniquely Maine experiences:
Ski or Snowshoe from hut-to-hut in January! Begin by skiing into our newest, Stratton Brook
Hut, for your first night then. On day 2, ski to our Poplar Hut and stay for the night. Day three
features more skiing, where you go on to Flagstaff Hut before finally venturing on to Grant Falls
Hut for your last night. On your last day, day 5, ski out to the West Forks we you will be picked
up and driven back to your vehicle. Includes gear transport between huts and shuttle from finish
to start.
Hike hut-to-hut in July! Hike into Stratton Brook Hut for night 1 and enjoy watching the sun
set behind the mountains from the hut’s porch. Hike to Poplar on day 2 passing by several sets of
small waterfalls where you can jump in to cool off, continue your hike to Flagstaff on day 3.
When at Flagstaff, take out one of our canoes or kayaks for a bit on the lake. On day 4 hike to
Grand Falls Hut where you spend your final night. On your last day, day 5, hike out to the West
Forks. Our shuttle will pick you up and drive back to your vehicle.
Mountain Bike hut-to-hut in September! Bike into Stratton Brook Hut for your first night and
enjoy a spectacular view of the Bigelow Mountain Range while the leaves are turning. Continue
your ride on to Poplar for night 2, make sure to swing by and see the waterfalls! Bike up to
Flagstaff on day 3 where you can rent canoes or kayaks and paddle around the cove before
dinner or before you head north to Grand Falls on day 4, don’t forget to stop and check out the
Grand Falls waterfall on your way. Bike out to be picked up and driven back to your vehicle on
day 5.
Restrictions/ Blackout Dates: Winner can choose their season. Can be redeemed for: Winter trip
anytime in January OR Summer trip anytime in July; OR Fall trip anytime in September.
**$200 prepaid gift card also included in the prize package.**
ARV: $1,750
Period #4 Grand Prize - Greater Portland & Casco Bay – Maine Foodie & Serious Shopper
Getaway
Prize Overview: The historic seaport of Portland, Maine’s largest urban area, is perched on
Casco Bay with its many island and coastal communities. This region is as celebrated for its arts
and entertainment scene as it is for its walking and biking trails; as renowned for its local cuisine
as for its access to outdoor adventures. Creative, exciting, happening, fun—it’s all here. Enjoy a
getaway to discover the tastes and treasures of Greater Portland.
Prize Details:
5 days/ 4 consecutive nights; 2 people; one room where accommodations are offered. Package
includes enjoyment of the Greater Portland region in two parts…
Your first experience will start with The Maine Foodie Package which includes a two-night
stay at the luxurious Inn by the Sea on sandy Crescent Beach in Cape Elizabeth, located just 7
miles from Portland’s urban chic small port city. The Inn by the Sea was just selected one of
Travel & Leisure’s Top 50 Us resorts in 2012. When you arrive you will be greeted with a $100
gift basket from Stonewall Kitchen waiting in your room for you to enjoy the flavors of Maine
during your stay. After a leisurely stroll on the beach, enjoy captivating cuisine with a dinner for
two at Inn by the Sea’s ocean view Sea Glass Restaurant. The next morning you can venture
into downtown Portland and experience its’ celebrated food scene with a guided walking tour by
Maine Foodie Tour complete with tastings including Vervacious Maine made condiments ,
craft brewing, food and cheese artisans and restaurants. Samplings include Maine crabmeat, wild
blueberry preserves, smoked seafood and the original whoopee pie. While you’re in Portland
enjoy a sail for two past some of Maine’s most beautiful sights and sounds aboard the Portland
Schooner Company’s storied wooden schooner built in the early 20th century. Had enough
relaxation? Want to do something a little more adventurous? You and your guest will venture
out on a guided bicycle ride with Summer Feet Cycling to 5 of Portland’s lighthouses. Then
you can cool off with a $30 gift certificate from Gelato Fiasco as you stroll the streets of
Portland’s Old Port enjoying your favorite flavor.
Your vacation will continue in Freeport, Maine with The Serious Shopper Package which
includes two nights lodging at the Harraseeket Inn in a deluxe room with fireplace and jacuzzi
tub and dinner for two one evening in our Maine Dining Room! Full buffet breakfast each
morning and afternoon tea each day to refresh, relax, and compare bargains! Included as well is
a lovely selection of fruits and cheeses and a bottle of wine upon your arrival. The Harraseeket
Inn will start your shopping frenzy off with a $25 gift certificate to L.L. Bean and FreeportUSA
will compliment it with a $75 gift certificate available to use at any of Freeport’s 170 outlets and
one-of-a-kind shops. Famished after a day of shopping? Spend the afternoon on a haywagon
tour and lobsterbake for 2 at Wolfe’s Neck Farm.
Restrictions/ Blackout Dates: Excludes the months of July and August.
**$200 prepaid gift card also included in the prize package.**
ARV: $2,400
If any of the Grand Prize Winners home residence is not within 300 miles of the destination
location (as determined), the Sponsor will offer roundtrip standard economy airfare for the
Winners and allowed number of traveling companions (1-3 depending on the prize).