From beach to boardwalk and with goats and boats, reconnecting with self in nature. By Amy Paradysz “Yoga tries to get you to that place where you feel connection with your body, and the slowness and softness of nature helps with that connection,” said Ashley Flowers, who teaches yoga in parks, on paddleboards, at Fort…
Carey Kish Maine is home to 3,500 miles of salty coastline, a bounty of islands, bays, peninsulas and beaches, while the vast forested interior holds 6,000 lakes and ponds and 31,000 miles of rivers and streams. It’s no wonder that Maine is a veritable paradise of canoeing and kayaking opportunities for paddlers of every ability…
You may have heard, there is growing global concern about declines in bee abundance and species diversity. In the United States, bees pollinate agricultural crops and plants in gardens, lawns, meadows and forests – so landscape converted for residential and commercial uses eliminates natural bee habitats. Also, many insecticides and herbicides are either toxic to…
You don’t have to go far to find nature trails for every hiker. Here are some highlights to get you started. Be sure to also check with your town or local land trust for some great walks in your own backyard! Maine Land Trust Network Maine Trail Finder Maine’s National Parks Maine’s State Parks Trails.com…
Maine’s richly diverse habitat is a magnet for hundreds of wild bird species. By Lynn Ascrizzi IT’S ALWAYS A GREAT TIME TO celebrate birding in Maine—especially right now. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), which passed in the U.S. in 1918. To honor the…
Exploring the wild, scenic Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument By Carey Kish CRAGGY MOUNTAIN PEAKS, deep woods, free-flowing rivers and streams and a bounty of wildlife characterize the new Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, which preserves an 87,500-acre area long recognized for its ecological, recreational and cultural significance. Located immediately east of Baxter…
Here, there and everywhere: explore Maine’s tourism trails By Amy Paradysz THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF WAYS TO EXPLORE MAINE’S LANDSCAPE, wildlife, food and drink, history, culture and art. With so many paths— so many trails—to choose from, it helps to have a menu of options. A growing number of tourism trails complement the conventional notion…
By Lee Burnett A GRACEFUL FOOTBRIDGE NOT FAR FROM the main drag in Bridgton is a great learning test for anyone who thinks they know Maine wood. Entering the timber frame structure, the eye is drawn to a “live edge” of bark on the overhead cross ties. There is smooth bark and deep-fissured bark, whitish…
By Carey Kish There’s nothing like getting outside for a good hike to get some exercise, enjoy the fresh air and unwind a little amid the natural beauty of the Maine coast. Thanks to the thoughtful conservation efforts of many public and private agencies and dedicated individuals, there are many protected lands along the coast.…
Banish boredom with these fun ideas for bird feeders made out of recycled and household items. Bird feeders are a great craft project to make with kids of all ages any time of year—and they provide entertainment for everyone in the family as you watch the birds flock to your yard. Some of the steps…