Broomsticks got the afternoon off during the inaugural Witches Ride in Portland on Halloween day. The informal group ride included a cruise around Back Cove and through the Old Port, plus a stop at Vena’s Fizz House on Fore Street for ‘I’m Melting’ witch cocktails. Spells were cast. Cackles echoed through the streets. And this will mark the start of an annual tradition!

I don't like "exercise" any more than you do. But you know what I do like? Paddleboarding with friends all afternoon, followed by shandys on the beach. I like bike rides with pit stops for nachos, yoga classes held in breweries, group paddles to Fort Gorges, and winter hikes with spiked hot apple cider. I think you get the picture. Because Maine is my gym.