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Jan 18, 20223 min read
Cox Pinnacle, Brunswick
This trail includes Brunswick's highest point (a.k.a "pinnacle") at 350 feet above sea level. It's no Katahdin, which is 5,269 feet above...


Jan 11, 20222 min read
Wonder Brook Preserve, Kennebunk
I'd almost scratched this trail from my list, then made the better decision to go ahead and explore it. Glad I made the right choice,...


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...


Dec 16, 20213 min read
The Elusive Otters of Evergreen.
When I first learned about the pair of otters who'd set up camp in Evergreen Cemetery, I had OH so many questions. My first question was,...


Dec 14, 20211 min read
Androscoggin River Bike Path, Brunswick
An accessible path that's plowed and sanded in the winter. This flat, 5.3 mile out and back path is just outside of downtown Brunswick....


Dec 12, 20212 min read
KMP is growing up and has a new name.
OUTDOOR MOVEMENT PROJECT. This labor of love has evolved since it was started back in 2014. Then, and for many years, the focus was on...


Dec 6, 20213 min read
Ferry Beach, Camp Ellis Breakwater, Saco
A trail as sweet as tupelo honey with a history that includes a dummy train. For real, these woods are home to the rare tupelo tree and...


Nov 30, 20212 min read
Smith Preserve, Kennebunkport
Steele Trail - Fox Den - Brook Loop. Forest management at work and a trail that's calling for mountain bikes. This 2.3 mile loop features...


Nov 28, 20214 min read
Table Rock Trail, Grafton Notch State Park
Adversity on the trail, footwear for winter hiking, and the company we keep. Sometimes you don't get a summit photo because you don't...


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...


Nov 9, 20212 min read
Skyline Farm, North Yarmouth
Great Blue Herons, rolling fields, wooded trails, and a place you should probably visit in the winter on cross country skis. Located at...


Nov 6, 20213 min read
Old Speck Mountain, Newry
Ice, ice baby. Plus moss dusted with snow, waterfalls and views to fill the soul for days. Welcome to the time of year when hiking...


Nov 2, 20212 min read
Cumberland Town Forest
These wide gravel trails, lined with benches, are wonderful for all ages and abilities! Dogs are also permitted, but must be on leash....


Nov 1, 20215 min read
Bigelow Preserve - Avery & West Peaks via Safford Brook Trail, Stratton ME
Love from Canada Jays, new hiking traditions, and a journey that somehow took us all day. Maybe because we were in no rush to finish this...


Oct 26, 20213 min read
Pine Point Beach, Scarborough
This sunrise adventure includes easy parking, an empty beach, and a Ferris wheel lit by the full moon. My friend Becca occasionally wakes...


Oct 25, 20216 min read
Baldpate Mountain, Newry
How to find your phone when it's lost on a mountain in Maine and what happens when your dog decides to forage for mushrooms. I should...


Oct 19, 20213 min read
Crystal Spring Farm, Brunswick
This 331-acre farm includes 5.9 miles of trails passing through forest, pasture, blueberry fields, and a labyrinth. One of the most loved...


Oct 12, 20211 min read
Pine Grove Preserve, Falmouth
I'd driven past this trailhead a hundred times without noticing it. Until one day recently when the small parking lot for this lush...


Oct 5, 20212 min read
River Link Trail, Westbrook
I can't seem to find a write up of this trail anywhere, although the sign at the trailhead says River Link Trail. When I locate it on...


Oct 2, 20213 min read
Mount Kearsarge North, Intervale NH
A trailhead just outside of North Conway and the nicest fire tower I've ever laid eyes on. I like to challenge myself to a good fire...
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