Maine is a gorgeous state with forests covering about 90% of its land; it is also home to many ski resorts and outdoors expeditions. It is the most eastern state and is the only state to be bordered by only one state – New Hampshire. North of Maine is Quebec, Canada. This bucolic state attracts hunters, game fishing, and extreme sports fans.
On this day March 15th, in 1820, Maine became the 23rd state of the United States. Technically Maine had already existed; however, it was formerly part of Massachusetts. When merchants during the War of 1812 who were pro-British (for economic reasons) would not defend Maine, it was decided that if main desired to secede from Massachusetts, it would be allowed.
Maine is known for its extreme weather patterns, in the summer with extreme humidity and winter where it’s absolutely freezing. This may be a leading reason for why such a large space only has 1.3 million residents (2011 census). Maine’s economy depends on agriculture: eggs, dairy products, meat and blueberries. Maine is largest producer of blueberries in the world and provides the U.S. with 25% of all its blueberries.