The Maine Mountain Guide, published by the Appalachian Mountain Club, has served as the comprehensive hiker’s reference to the trails of the state since 1961. A new edition of the book, due out this month, promises to carry on the long tradition as a trusted pathfinder for hikers seeking outdoor pleasure and healthful exercise in the woods and mountains of Maine.
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Santorum’s early success pushed GOP to the right
No matter what, Santorum has made himself a national name and gained influence over his party’s agenda.
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Colleagues, friends react to death of Mike Wallace
Reaction to the death of longtime “60 Minutes” correspondent Mike Wallace: ___ “He loved being Mike Wallace. He loved the fact that if he showed up for an interview, it made people nervous. … He knew, and he knew that everybody else knew, that he was going to get to the truth. And that’s what […]
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COMMENTARY: Should Congress raise the minimum wage?
When economic times are tough, it’s tempting to want to push for an increase in the minimum wage.
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FISHING: Right stuff from Lefty
It’s safe to say when fishermen around the world meet Lefty Kreh, they don’t associate him with Maine. And by no means is Maine — well known as it is for its brook trout ponds and salmon lakes — on this famous angler’s Top 10 list for places to fish.
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ON SKIING: Value of making lots of snow
One thing all winter sports enthusiasts learned this winter is that Mother Nature is a fickle friend, and she’ll occasionally let us down.
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DEIRDRE FLEMING :Rewards of the hunt tasty, and helpful for charity
Deer pie, bear meatloaf, duck kebabs and moose sausage are not unusual snacks to find at a Maine camp or rod and gun club potluck dinner.
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ALLEN AFIELD: Bicycling begins in earnest, time to hit the roads
Maine bicyclists, this writer included, often dream of living in a state or country that allows year-round bicycling without cold and snow from December though March.
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What Red Sox fans said during and after today’s game
Below is a compilation of social-media messages and musings about today’s Opening Day loss to the Detroit Tigers.
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TRAVELIN’ MAINE(RS): Sporting camp adventure awaits in the North Woods
This is high-end comfort at reasonable prices, just the type of adventure that many of today’s travelers seek. Good food, historic camps, in the heart of the 100-mile wilderness.