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Winter gear: Where to buy affordable, gently used outdoor apparel, skis, snowshoes, skates & more
If you're in the market for winter layers to keep you cozy or outdoor gear to better enjoy the snow...
Rinks & Drinks: Great places to ice skate (with hot toddies and beer close by)
Go ice skating on a local pond or outdoor rink, then hit a nearby bar, restaurant, or inn for a...
Coastal snowshoe on Mackworth Island in Falmouth
The 1.25-mile loop trail around Mackworth Island is a stellar spot for an easy-going snowshoe, complemented by views of Casco...
13 reasons to be happy it’s snowing right now
If snowfall makes you happy, then this list will only serve to bolster your feelings. If snowfall makes you want...
Cross-country skiing perfection at the Fort Kent Outdoor Center
There are 25 kilometers of ski trails here (3 km are lit for night skiing) ranging from beginner to advanced...
Short hike + stone lookout tower on Douglas Mountain in Sebago
Enjoy a short hike up Douglas Mountain and climb up the stone tower at the summit to enjoy views of...
Murderer’s Cave! Hiking trails and homicidal history at Thorne Head Preserve in Bath
During our visit to the 96-acre Thorne Head Preserve in Bath, we didn't intend to go poking around inside the...
Fall at Maine Huts and Trails: Self-service season is a great time to visit
Late fall is an ideal time to visit Maine Huts and Trails. It's self-service season, which means you'll bring and...
Hike Ovens Mouth Preserve in Boothbay: Coastal views on two peninsulas
Ovens Mouth Preserve is the perfect hike for new hikers, kid hikers, or anyone who wants to get into the...
Rock climbing in Camden with Equinox Guiding Service
Whether you've done some climbing before or your entirely new to it, a guided climb with Equinox Guiding Service will...