

Canoe Season in Maine: A Tradition Renewed
By Archie Adams I went to college in Maine and had the privilege of leading outdoor orientation trips for incoming students. These trips took small groups of 10–12 freshmen into the backcountry for multi-night adventures, often in the shadow of Mount Katahdin. It was a powerful introduction to the woods and waters of Maine — and to college life itself. Bonds formed quickly around the campfire and on the trail, making the transition to campus a little smoother. Of all the trip


The Joy of Outdoor Skating in Maine
By Randy Chenard Once every ten years or so during the winter in Maine, we get conditions of cold and little snow that creates amazing conditions for magic, where our thousands of lakes and ponds are made of glass, making for surreal landscapes to be explored with a simple pair of skates. There’s nothing quite like the magic of gliding across a frozen pond on a crisp Maine winter day. Whether you're practicing figure eights, playing a game of pond hockey, or simply enjoying t


7 Ways to Enjoy Winter in Arundel and the Kennebunks
Winter in the Kennebunks is nothing short of magical. A short drive down Summer Street and you may begin to feel as though you were being...


Skillet Toss Not a Flash in the Pan
As the Arundel Conservation Trust (ACT) becomes more involved in Arundel’s community activities, we’re trying hard to bring some fun to...
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