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Where there's a swimming hole in Maine, there's often an old bridge or rope swing with people of all ages hurling themselves into the...

A couple of weeks ago, I drove my son and his friend to Killington Mountain School's week-long Bag Jump Camp in Vermont (If you haven't...

Located off of Shore Road in Cape Elizabeth, Robinson Woods Preserve contains 197 acres of woodlands, fields, ponds, streams, waterfalls...

Last week, my son Henry and I took a spontaneous camping trip to the Wolfe's Neck Campground in Freeport. I had a few days off, he was...

This sunrise adventure includes easy parking, a dog-friendly beach, and a long walk to a Ferris wheel. I first experienced this sunrise...

This hiking area truly offers something for ALL abilities, from a 3.7 mile accessible trail to a 17.5 mile (out and back) hike up a 4,025...

Peak's Island is one of my favorite local summer adventures. It includes a boat ride, a 3.9 mile loop with stellar views, historic forts...

This may be my new favorite mountain range to hike. It's only 1.5 hours from Portland, just outside of all of the shops/restaurants in...

This trail leads to a massive pond hidden in the woods off of Route 77 in Cape Elizabeth. It's dog-friendly and is conveniently located...

If you are looking for a challenging hike that will take you on a full day adventure, this is the trail. This hike is one of my all time...

If the word "blueberry" transports you to sunshiny mountain trails in the summer months, I'm with you - and we will get there. But for...

Here are some of the feelings I'm left with after a day of hiking: clarity, grounding, inspiration, energy, renewed excitement for life....

If you are looking for a fun and easy day of outdoor adventuring, Route 26 in Grafton Notch State Park offers a whole lot. Here you will...

There are three things one should always do before heading out on a hike: Look at a map. Check the weather. Leave your giant dog at home...

Owned by the Town of Cumberland and permanently protected by a Chebeague & Cumberland Land Trust conservation easement, Greely Woods is...

The path leading me to new trails is not always calculated or well planned. There's no master list or method to the madness. Still, I...

This quiet, 1.4 mile loop follows a stream through thick forest with one expansive opening near the power lines. Hunting, mountain bikes...

With all the rain we've had this past week, it's a great time to explore the Waterfall Trail at Rine's Forest. I've hidden another...

This tranquil forest with cascading waterfalls is an ideal spot for soul filling walks, running your dog, or providing kids with a...

At 212 acres in size, this is the largest undeveloped property in Cumberland (163 acres) and part of North Yarmouth (50 acres). It...