This week the vegetable to can was tomatoes. They only need five pounds of pressure in the canner for ten minutes so it is a fast one compared to other vegetables. Will come in handy making soup this winter. I enjoy processing food for the upcoming year. It is a very satisfying feeling and blessing.
The end of public school vacation is this week with teachers and students heading back into the classroom. Wishing everyone a productive and fun 26/27 school year!
I have been doing a lot of camping up in the Rangeley area. The drive up through Grafton Notch never gets old. Seeing a lot of thru hikers near the trails. This time of year you also see them in town stocking up on supplies.
Another town you drive through is Upton, Maine. If you blink, you will miss it. However a new Country Store opened in Upton.
They serve breakfast sandwiches and lunch/dinner items. They also have a small room for folks to sit down and eat in-house. I tried the breakfast sandwich and also their chicken quesadilla for lunch. Both were very good. The ladies that work there are friendly. They are closed Sunday and Monday. Open hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is a beautiful drive which makes for a great outing not far from home. Carol is the new owner so I hope they can make a go out of this new business. There are not many year-round residents so the travelers on the road will be a big plus. Hope folks stop in to support their efforts.
News from the Bethel Outing Club: The 46th Annual Bethel Outing Club Ski and Snowboard Sale is only 2 months away!! It will be held Friday, October 23, from 6-9 pm, and Saturday, October 24, from 9 til noon this year, which is a week earlier than usual - so mark your calendars. And get that unused gear ready to sell! As well as the opportunity to buy from multiple shops in the same place (the Gould Academy Field House, 74 Church St. Bethel), you have the opportunity to sell winter/outdoor gear and clothing you no longer use or have outgrown (gear should be in safe and good condition). The club takes a 20% commission on sales. More information can be found at bethelouting.org
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