Cross-Country, Downhill Skiing and Snowshoeing If there is any way to take in Maine’s true, white beauty during the winter months - it is spending time in the Maine woods. The solitude and experience of a peaceful cross country skiing or snowshoeing trip can make one appreciate how wonderful winter is. An excellent way to connect with nature, cross country skiing and snowshoeing allows one to appreciate nature while getting outdoor exercise that is hard to find during the snowy months. Many health enthusiasts and physiologists have stated that cross country skiing is on of the best aerobic exercises, working or a great deal of one’s body while burning as many as 600-900 calories an hour. Combing such an excellent woodland experience with unmatched exercise, there isn’t much reason to not get outside to appreciate the kind of winter Maine has to offer. FMI: Greater Bangor Area Katahdin Area Moosehead Lake Area Photos by Roger Merchant