This remote Maine trail follows the route of a boy who survived 9 days lost in the wilderness
During the fourth and fifth days of his extraordinary ordeal in July 1939, 12-year-old Donn Fendler followed the old Wassataquoik Tote Road, the same route that runs through this remote corner of Baxter State Park. More than 80 years later, I’m following part of that route. My primary goal on this five-day journey is to…
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How to protect yourself from dangerous people while hiking
“Certain people, unfortunately, are out to cause harm, whether on a city street or a forest path.”
Clear waters make this remote Maine lake a great spot to snorkel with fish
The lake, which has a maximum depth of 28 feet and a mean depth of 14 feet, is historically popular with bait fishermen.
This Maine archipelago is a sea kayaker’s dream
“The cluster of islands is a popular place for sea kayakers to explore because it’s fairly accessible and is home to a variety of wildlife.”
How to avoid falling while hiking in Maine
Falling while on the trail can mean becoming stranded with an injury, so it is best to hike with appropriate caution.
How I unwind in the North Maine Woods
“Outhouses and bumpy gravel roads aren’t everyone’s idea of a relaxing time. But if you’re even a little bit intrigued, I suggest you check it out.”
Here are some animal signs to look out for while hiking in Maine
Signs of wild animals can be found all along hiking trails, but they’re easy to miss.
6 Maine summer hikes where you can go swimming
Many Maine hiking trails lead to or past swimming holes that are bound to be less crowded than most public beaches.
I went sea kayaking near the site of a recent drowning. Here’s what I learned.
“I’ve made a lot of mistakes while exploring the outdoors, but I’m learning to make fewer, to exercise more care.”
Bangor forester’s legacy lives in thousands of trees
To say Rolland Perry had a hand in the creation of the city’s four public forests is an understatement.
5 fascinating things you’ll see in Acadia National Park
From pink granite to reindeer lichen, Acadia National Park offers something new to discover on every visit.
What are those beautiful neon pink slime balls in the Maine woods?
Slime molds aren’t fungi or lichens. They’re single-celled organisms that move around, similar to an amoeba.
Go back in time by hiking along this old Bar Harbor railway
“Spanning Point Road and Old Route 1 in Hancock, the trail travels through a lovely forest of oaks, maples, balsam firs and other trees.”
I’ve found the fountain of youth in the Maine woods
“I’ve found a few white hairs snaking from my scalp. Yet I increasingly find myself doing things I used to do as a kid.”
How to tell frog and salamander eggs apart this spring
This time of year, vernal pools and wetlands are filled with frog and salamander eggs. This video shows you how to tell the difference.
1-minute hike: Kenduskeag Stream Trail in Bangor
The Kenduskeag Stream Trail is a walking and biking path that runs along the Kenduskeag Stream for about 2 miles.
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