Rines Forest and the Power of Play, Cumberland
Last week I brought a group of seven 4th and 5th graders to Rines Forest as part of OMP Camp (an outdoor after school program). This trip...
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May 15, 20224 min read
Basic Wilderness First Aid
I recently did a two day Wilderness First Aid (WFA, pronounced woofah) training through Wilderness Medical Associates. The weekend long...
Apr 27, 20223 min read
Let's talk about Ticks.
Yes it's time. Ignorance may be bliss, but knowledge is power. It's time to learn about these prevalent parasites that we find outdoors....
Jan 4, 20224 min read
The Cliff Walk at Fort Williams Park, Cape Elizabeth
A fascinating history that includes a mysterious ship wreck, a former casino and theatre, a mansion damaged by fire, and an old military...
Nov 16, 20211 min read
Donnabeth Lippman Park, Windham
Formerly known as the Chaffin Pond Preserve, this 123 acre wooded area includes a 1.5 mile loop around a 10 acre pond. The dirt trail is...
Sep 28, 20212 min read
Pineland Farms Corn Maze, New Gloucester
This maze happens every fall from September 3rd through October 31st. If you haven't done this maze with your kids, it's your year. Sure...
Aug 24, 20212 min read
Babb's Covered Bridge, Gorham
Less of a trail, more of a swimming destination, Babb's is an adyllic spot for cooling off in the summer. If you are interested in adding...
Aug 10, 20212 min read
Winslow Park, Freeport
Beach, trails, camping and a pirate ship playground. Kids are just happy here. This park includes 100 campsites, wooded trails with views...
Jul 20, 20212 min read
Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park, Freeport
This park offers 5 miles of walking trails, a wheelchair and stroller accessible path, picnic areas, restrooms, and public nature...
Jun 1, 20213 min read
Spears Hill Trail & Broad Cove Reserve, Cumberland
Broad Cove Reserve is one of the few, special places along the Maine coast where horseshoe crabs come to lay their eggs from mid-May to...
Feb 16, 20213 min read
Pondicherry Park, Bridgeton & Riverside Golf Course, Portland
Since it is school vacation week, I have a couple of extra ideas for you. The first, comedy. Making a pandemic laden February break feel...
Aug 9, 20204 min read
Canyons, Waterfalls & Scenic Lakes in Oxford County
If you're wondering where Oxford County is, I'll start there. This mountainous region of western Maine is bordered by NH to the west and...
Aug 4, 20202 min read
Outlet Beach at Sabbathday Lake, New Gloucester
Today I'd like to talk about the thing we're all focused on right now, finding places to cool off...that preferably do not involve the...
May 7, 20202 min read
Every Trail Leads Somewhere: Lost on the 10-Mile Forest City Trail.
Sometimes we get lost in the woods. I am no mountaineer, just a mom who loves spending time in nature with my kids and exploring new...
May 26, 20193 min read
Bringing It Back
Most things in my past can stay there: childhood insecurities, liver for dinner, Z-Cavaricci jeans, and bad boyfriends - smell you later....
May 19, 20194 min read
Forest Bathing and Video Gaming
The longer I parent, the more clear it becomes: compromise is a crucial ingredient for a happy household. Compromise is defined as: an...
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