About 2,000 through-hikers have already registered to make the trek this year, but the Appalachian Trail Conservancy is recommending against long-distance hikes.
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Seniors Not Acting Their Age: The other Bigelow
Situated in western Maine’s Carrabassett Valley, the Bigelow Mountain Range is one of the state’s premier mountaineering venues. Paralleling the south shore of consequential Flagstaff Lake, Bigelow has six significant peaks. The Appalachian Trail traverses much of the range seductively lending itself to some excellent backpacking options. Bigelow Mountain has the distinction of possessing three […]
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Maine Voices: On National Take a Hike Day, make a plan to explore Maine trails this winter
In a year when we have not been able to gather with family and friends as we used to, our trail system can bring us together safely.
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Our View: Mainers should explore alternatives to closed parks and beaches
While observing social distancing rules, we need to be creative about where we go to get outdoors.
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Green Plate Special: The cure for what ails you could be a flapjack and a splendid stroll
Just remember to keep your (social) distance.
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Some common sense tips to keep you (and others) safe when hiking
It’s restorative to get outdoors during this time of self-isolation as long as you adhere to safe practices.
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Celebrate the state’s bicentennial with a dozen great hikes
Individually and altogether, these represent spectacular Maine regions, history and natural features.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Vision for regional greenway development includes current, future train passage
L.D. 2124 would ensure that unused Maine rail corridors don’t stay stagnant indefinitely.
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Hiking: Winter fun and games in the glorious Gaspe
After a solid week of Nordic skiing and snowshoeing in Canada’s mountainous national park, our columnist ‘barely scratched the surface of possibilities.’
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Hiking: Mt. Agamenticus offers more than you may realize
The views of the Atlantic are well-known, but did you know the preserve is the largest unfragmented parcel of coastal forest between Acadia and New Jersey’s Pine Barrens?