In a “better late than never” and “finish what you started” attitude, one of our sister publications – Exploring New England – arrived in subscribers email boxes this week.

The fall edition is packed with useful information and resources for planning your 2009 New England fall foliage extravaganza, along with information on Cape Cod Getaways, the truth about the first Thanksgiving at Plimoth Plantation, and how to preserve those brightly colored leaves for posterity.

This bumper edition contains articles on:

New England Fall Foliage Trip Planning:

There’s nothing like a fall foliage vacation or getaway and we aim to provide you the resources to make this your most memorable trip. This article covers when to go, state information, where to stay, what to pack, and lots more. Print it out and keep it handy. Most states recommend that you make reservations a year in advance so read this article and don’t delay your accommodation plans. Read more >>>

Cape Cod Getaway:

Getaways to Cape Cod in the off season months make for a refreshing and relaxing retreat. The crowds have all gone, the beaches are deserted, and the Cape returns to a normal existence for the next nine months. But there is still plenty to do and see, and this article covers not-be-missed destinations and suggestions on where to stay. Read more >>>

How Do Leaves Change their Colors?

Why do leaves change color? What triggers the change? Why do some leaves change to fiery red and others to brilliant yellow, and still others to vibrant browns and oranges? Jim Hyde explores what we know about this process in an engaging article and flash video you’ll not want to miss. Read more >>>

Plimoth Plantation and the First Thanksgiving:

Picture the harvest period has just ended for the pilgrims and they survived their first year in the New World. They sit down with family and friends to a Turkey roast dinner around late November to celebrate, and thereby start a tradition that endures today as our Thanksgiving holiday. Well, not quite. A bunch of myths are exploded in this article about that first dinner which will have you view Thanksgiving never quite the same again. Read more >>>

Preserve your Leaves to Admire the Changing Colors 365 Days a Year:

You can see the leaves and have them, too. There are a number of ways to preserve fall leaves with very little color loss. Use one of the techniques we give you, put it behind glass or acrylic or make a mobile of leaves as a gift of it. This really is the present that just keeps giving every day. Read more >>>

How to Photograph New England Fall Foliage:

A useful guide to taking fall photos. If you’re one of those weekend photographers – like me – who marvel at the pictures inside the coffee table books of a New England autumn, but whose own photos come out drab and one dimensional – like mine – then this article is for you. There are certain tips and tricks one is wise to observe when shooting fall foliage. For starters, it’s good to be a morning person. Read more >>>

Fall Hunting Season in New England:

I can’t remember if I cried when I saw Bambi – probably did, but I was a baby! Nonetheless, as an adult, hunting is not my game for other reasons, but walking and hiking in the woods during fall is a popular pastime with me. So I dress accordingly to ensure I’m not mistaken for venison by excited hunters or a gun toting Dick Cheny!

Here you’ll find details on the hunting seasons for each of the six New England states and some tips on keeping safe to ensure you don’t become the hunted. Read more >>>

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Cliff Calderwood
Publisher
New England Travel Online Magazine

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