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The must-have accessory for braving Maine’s icy winters

by Aislinn Sarnacki January 4, 2026

No matter how sure-footed you are, ice can be your undoing. Anyone can fall on ice. And boy does it hurt. There’s a solution: ice cleats.

Maine snowmobile trails are opening for the winter

by Susan Bard December 9, 2025December 13, 2025

1,000-plus watch as Can-Am returns after 2024 cancellation

by Christopher Bouchard March 1, 2025March 1, 2025

How to get started with snowshoeing

by Aislinn Sarnacki January 19, 2025

Winter Activities

Storm closes Reid State Park and access to Lily Bay is limited

by Julie Harris January 12, 2024January 12, 2024

11 ways to stay warmer outside this winter

by Aislinn Sarnacki January 12, 2024

Winter Activities

Winter programs designed to spark love of fitness + nature in Washington County students

by BDN Community March 1, 2023March 1, 2023

Proper footwear and caution are required for this treacherous icy hike in Grafton Notch

by Ron Chase, Outdoors Contributor January 10, 2022January 10, 2022

3 days in paradise at the best commercial Nordic ski area in New England

by Ron Chase, Outdoors Contributor March 29, 2021March 29, 2021

Cranberry Peak offers a stunning view of western Maine mountains

by Ron Chase, Outdoors Contributor March 15, 2021March 16, 2021

What it’s like to hike Katahdin in the winter

by Ron Chase, Outdoors Contributor March 1, 2021March 1, 2021

5 snow shelters to keep you warm outdoors this winter

by Aislinn Sarnacki February 21, 2021February 21, 2021

Preparing to journey into the heart of Baxter State Park in the winter

by Ron Chase, Outdoors Contributor February 16, 2021February 16, 2021

Snowshoeing up Mount Kineo is a glorious adventure that requires extra planning

by Aislinn Sarnacki February 12, 2021February 12, 2021

This 4th generation farm becomes a Nordic skier’s paradise in winter

by Ron Chase, Outdoors Contributor February 9, 2021

You don’t have to freeze when winter camping in Maine

by Aislinn Sarnacki February 4, 2021February 4, 2021

Gather ideas for winter outdoor activities at this upcoming BDN virtual event

by Aislinn Sarnacki January 21, 2021January 22, 2021

Why the Camden Hills is a top winter hiking destination

by Ron Chase, Outdoors Contributor January 18, 2021January 18, 2021

How to stay safe while snowshoeing and winter hiking

by Aislinn Sarnacki January 9, 2021January 11, 2021

New Round the Mountain Trail opens in the midcoast region

by Aislinn Sarnacki December 17, 2020December 17, 2020