From family-friendly trails to challenging climbs, these Maine hiking hotspots are worth the trek
In these locations, you can find treks to waterfalls and remote ponds, and you can also tackle more challenging climbs.
FEATURES
How to rock public speaking like a pro
As it turns out, with a little bit of preparation and a desire to do well, anyone can speak with confidence in front of a crowd.
Fun meets funky in Maine’s Carrabassett Valley
Just when I think I’ve got a handle on all the wonders of Maine, something new pops up on my radar that begs to be explored. Frankly, that’s one of the best parts about living in Maine. There is always something new to discover.
Maine in 1820: An intimate portrait of life at the time of statehood
Back then, as they are now, Mainers were tough, self-reliant, independent and, despite sometimes grumbling about their neighbors, always ready to lend a hand when needed.
FOOD & DRINK
Meet the miso makers of Maine
With the rise of the foodie movement as well as health food advocates, the demand for miso has been on the rise in Maine.
How to host a seafood boil
Perhaps the original “one-pot” meal, seafood boils are a great way to feed a crowd while celebrating the local bounty of delicious crustaceans and crops.
How to bring Ayurveda principles into the kitchen
In Kate O’Donnell’s book, “Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners: An Ayurvedic Cookbook to Balance and Heal,” she simplifies the body’s connection to food by breaking down what a person needs from each season.
HEALTH & FITNESS
How to combat ‘winter depression’ in Maine
Medical science has shown that the short days and lack of sunlight in northern latitudes can have negative physical and emotional effects on some people.
The pandemic forced me to face my anxiety — again
With my anxiety worsening as the pandemic continued , I realized I no longer knew how to live with it like I once did.
How to keep your body healthy through the decades
As we get older, our bodies and minds change — and with that change, our health needs evolve as well.
HOW-TO
How to get started with home canning
Experts caution it’s important to understand that canning is a science, so recipes from reputable sources need to be followed exactly.
Are you financially literate? Here’s everything you need to know to get started
If you didn’t grow up with a parent giving you smart advice on how to spend and how to save, then you might easily feel overwhelmed when talk turns to money.
How to make pebble portraits
Looking for a fun and simple project to do with the kids that’s truly frame-worthy? Create a funky pebble portrait of your family, friends and pets to display on the wall or give as a gift.
How the Appalachian Mountain Club created a 4-season destination in Maine
In a tourism region that also contains Moosehead Lake, AMC now accounts for 5-7 percent of the area’s hospitality jobs.
When it comes to your retirement income, the time to look at it is before you retire
Knowing ahead of time how much money you will have to fund your retirement years plays a big part in planning your retirement.
This Maine wild cat made the best birthday present of all
It’s likely the cat climbed to a safe place for a nap and the warming rays of early sun.
How to travel Maine like a tourist this summer
With summer travel around the corner, tourists will be arriving before we know it.
This is what self-care looks like for caregivers
Mental health experts agree that when the caregivers’ needs are met, the person receiving the care also benefits.
A tiny Maine town was once the ‘toothpick capital of the world’
Though Strong’s hold on the toothpick industry eventually subsided, the story of ingenuity, invention and creative marketing is one to remember.
The 1901 design of the Maine flag was only flown for 8 years, but it remains iconic
The story of the Maine flag is more complex than we might think.
How to rebound financially after a divorce
When a marriage ends, it brings with it all sorts of emotional, physical and practical changes. Among those, and an important one not to overlook, is the changes it brings to finances.
How to practice good skincare through all your decades
Developing a skincare routine is important, no matter how old you are — and it is never too late to start.
What I learned about my body after my mind hijacked it for a year
“I am getting older. I am going to die someday. And I am okay with that. But first, I’d like to live without judging myself too old or imperfect to enjoy life as I am,” Emily Morrison writes.
Maine moose are in trouble
Although Maine’s moose population is stable, the herd is sick, and getting sicker.
Parents are dealing with unprecedented challenges during the pandemic. Here’s what can help.
While life as a parent is often busy, it’s taken on a whole new sense during the pandemic.
Confessions of a dinner rule breaker
“I hope [my family] remember[s] that everything we made together tasted better than anything I ever made them on my own,” Emily Morrison writes.
Maine companies are finding ingenious ways to be ecofriendly
Taking extra steps to make less of an impact on the environment can be expensive, which is a risk in the sink-or-swim entrepreneurial world. But these companies have found a way.
What you need to know about air fryers, the latest trendy kitchen tool
Despite the name, an air fryer isn’t a fryer at all.
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