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On Veteran's Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, the PBS show POV will air "The Way We Get By," the critically acclaimed documentary focusing on three...

Preserving Maine’s coastal lands

Here's some good news for birdwatchers in southern Maine. Congress has approved $3 million from the Land and Water Conservation Fund for the US...

Preserving Maine’s inland wilderness

Two recent acquisitions have protected some of Maine's prized wilderness. The Appalachian Mountain Club has acquired and protected the Roach Ponds tract in the...

On the road, again

Just a quick note to apologize about the lack of postings. I've been on the road in Arizona for nearly two weeks.  I hope...

An autumn ramble in the western mountains of Maine

Even though the color is a bit from peak, it's still gorgeous in the Bethel area. If you're looking to slip away for a...

In search of the perfect chocolate chip cookie

For much of my life, I've been on a quest for the perfect retail chocolate chip cookie. I seek one that best emulates a...

Snow!

Nothing prettier than a frost of snow against turning leaves. Check out this photo from Saddleback, taken this morning. And wait until another week...

Foliage Faves: Moosehead Lake

According to the Maine foliage report, the Moosehead region is currently moderate, which means if you travel now through the next week or so,...

Ten signs of autumn

1. Frost in the forecast. 2. Maine's foliage report 3. Common Ground Fair kicks off today 4. Wild turkeys seem to be everywhere 5. Any RVs on the...

Island Hopping 4: Isle au Haut

In summer, the daily boat to Isle au Haut is packed with kids and dogs, hikers and freight. Not so in September. As I...