“People really wanted to ski,” Sugarloaf spokesman Ethan Austin said. “They didn’t want this to be one of the things the pandemic took away from them.”
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Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Youth Corps gears up for inaugural season
The city’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Facilities and the Portland Parks Conservancy have officially launched Portland Youth Corps, a service and conservation program that will pay teens to work on city parks projects. Youth Corps members will work in teams of 12 on projects that include trail and playground maintenance, removing invasive species, planting […]
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: Nothing like an old-time cusk outing
One March evening many years ago, I had a hankering for a good fish chowder, so I decided to cusk fish that night. I headed out to a sandy spot I usually fish and set five traps using some saltwater smelt I had caught that week. By now they were getting ripe, just right for […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: George Smith’s love of Maine is his legacy
The columnist, who died last week at 72, worked tirelessly to make his state a better place.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick Mall ice skating rink scrapped for the season
Warm temperatures and a lack of snow were the main reasons for the decision.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: Will Sebago Lake freeze this year?
The question most often heard at local bait shops, on social media pages and anywhere anglers get together is, “Will Sebago freeze this year?” I’ve received several calls from potential clients from out of state wanting to ice fish Sebago. I just chuckle when I tell them that I’m looking at open water. As I […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: A new year brings new angling adventures
With 2020 behind us, we can only look forward to a bright new year and a whole calendar of outdoor adventures. For most sports in the region, January heralds the start of ice fishing season. While the big lake (Sebago) won’t be iced over for a while, other smaller ponds make ice fast and draw […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: Closing the books on 2020
For some, and it’s certainly understandable with the impact COVID has had on our lives, 2020 was not an enjoyable year and 2021 can’t get here quick enough. However, those of us who spend a good portion of their time in the woods or on the water seemed to escape life, albeit briefly. Speaking for […]
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
For hardy Maine teachers and students, outdoor learning will continue this winter
With the right preparation and community partnerships, some educators are planning on keeping outdoor learning going through the winter as a means of fighting COVID-19.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: Deer haunt the edges
As the sun slowly disappeared below the tree line in front of me, that eerie period before dark, where all is still, gradually moved in. Only five minutes remained until legal shooting time was up, and the plan was to stay at my stand until the end. No sooner had I looked up from my […]