Article and photos by Carey Kish The term “Winter Wonderland” may be a somewhat overused descriptor these days, but it seems apt when it comes to Acadia National Park. The glorious landscape of Mount Desert Island is wide open for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on 130 miles of trails and 57 miles of…
DetailsWhether you are a renter or a homeowner, you can upgrade the efficiency and comfort of your space without breaking the bank. Here are some tips to help you get started.
DetailsA bounty of Nordic ski and snowshoe fun awaits winter visitors to the Katahdin region Article and photos by Carey Kish Mile-high Katahdin dominates the northcentral Maine landscape for miles around, its great granite walls and ridges drawing visitors to recreate year-round amid the pristine woods and waters in its long shadow. Come wintertime, opportunities…
DetailsBy Amy Paradysz As a quilter with needle and thread on hand, Kitty Wilkin of Monroe sees no reason to toss her ripped jeans – not even when someone less crafty would see them as beyond the point of no return. Two years ago, inspired by the book Mending Matters by Katrin Rodabaugh, Wilkin began…
DetailsJump on a fat bike and enjoy Maine’s breathtaking winter beauty from a new perspective By Saisie Moore Ever felt like winter activity options are polar extremes – a toss-up between toboggans or the vertiginous perils of ice climbing? It’s time to consider a new alternative. An accessible, beginner-friendly entry point to the rugged world…
DetailsThe pleasures of eating out and the safety of staying in. By Amy Paradysz The pleasures of eating out and the safety of staying in. That’s what you get with these locally sourced meal prep kits, catered date night dinners and family-style take-and-bake almost-ready meals. Updated January 2022. Wild Oats Bakery & Café…
DetailsBy Amy Paradysz Buying an electric vehicle (EV) is more affordable in 2021 as Efficiency Maine expands its EV rebate program with more rebates for low-income Maine residents, Maine government entities and tribal governments and select Maine nonprofits. Rebate changes include: Rebates for qualified low-income Maine residents are increased and extended to eligible used…
DetailsMeals for hungry Mainers and a lifeline for the fishing industry By Amy Paradysz This interconnected solution is so simple it’s genius. Fishermen Feeding Mainers, a program of Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association (MCFA), gives fishermen good prices for their catch, employs local processing facilities and distributes seafood to Mainers struggling to make ends meet. “It’s…
DetailsBy Amy Paradysz Outdoor dining (and drinking) doesn’t have to be a pleasure packed away until winter is over. Eating out—I mean, OUT—can be quite refreshing! You can ski up to a bar in South Waterford, eat lobster rolls in a snug igloo by the sea in Cape Neddick or enjoy dinner out with your “bubble” in a metro lumberjack dining dome…
DetailsBy Erin Covey-Smith Making your own nut butter is easier than you may think. All you need is a high-powered blender or food processor, your favorite nuts or seeds and optional seasonings, and 5-10 minutes. DIY butters offer not only a more economical route than buying jarred, they’re also a fun way to amp up…
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