L.L. Bean’s gift assists the Maine Island Trail Association.
Outdoors
Allen Afield: Robins, squirrels and skunks: Sure signs of spring
Nature is giving us subtle signs that things are heating up.
Hiking: There’s a bit of urban renewal on the Freedom Trail
The Boston walking trail offers hours of good exercise, sightseeing and a little shopping, too.
Skiing in Maine: Plenty of action in final weeks at the slopes
Many of Maine’s resorts pull out all the stops for the end of the season.
Maine tanner belongs to a rare breed
Greg McNally’s work comes from taxidermists around New England.
Calendar
UPCOMING Full-Moon Walk, 6:30 p.m. April 4, Biddeford Join the Eastern Trail Alliance for a full-moon hike on the Eastern Trail in Biddeford. Meet at the rear of the Southern Maine Health Care parking lot. Leave your electronics behind and enjoy the hike under the light of the moon. No flashlights or pets. No cost. […]
Allen Afield: Why a despoiled environment is bad business
In Maine, liberals and conservatives should both see the light.
Outdoors Calendar
THURSDAY Howard Hill Lecture, 7 p.m. in Wayne The Kennebec Land Trust’s March Lyceum lecture series is focused on the geology, history and ecology of Howard Hill, the forested backdrop to the State House. The Kennebec Land Trust and Augusta plan to have this statewide landmark conserved by October. The Howard Hill property will provide […]
Birding: Red, red robin might come bob, bob, bobbin’ sooner
The bird world is taking notice of climate change.
Skiing in Maine: Tomorrow’s skiers need nurturing today
So thanks to all the small ski areas with an eye to the future.