In these uncertain times of social distancing and running away from everyone, we are called upon to stay home. Now we are very lucky being that we call the great state of Maine “Home”. In response to Covid-19 we adventurers have had to get a little creative with our trips. We are having to find …
Well, well, well, now this is something I can advise people on. I was social distancing before it was cool. I’ve just called it my normal hobbies though! With the public health crisis, we are facing an unprecedented level of crazy. In all seriousness, we must fundamentally change the way we are living our lives. …
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Winter is Coming… Again There is a good chance that we are in the season called “Fool’s Spring.” A false precondition to the real change in season. Just a chance for the weather to raise our hopes and dash them with an icy surprise. We’re getting warm weather that melts the little snow coverage we …
To Learn is to Live We’ve certainly been having a gray winter. A season with very little snow and warm weather means that usual winter activities like skiing, snowshoeing, and skating have been difficult to rely on. It can be easy in these gray days to hibernate and hope for either better winter weather or …
End of a year, start one anew Well, it’s that time of year again. The time for the best holiday: New Year’s. A time of endings and of beginnings. When you get to reflect on the past year and hope for next year. A time for great personal reflection in the hopes of being better …
I don’t know about anyone else, but I start getting cabin fever as soon as the time changes. That uneasy feeling of being cooped up inside inactive for too long. It usually hits people in February after the snow has been flying for a while. Daylights Saving Time, for me, though causes a shift. Game …
Fewer Daylight Hours, What to Do? With the days getting shorter, it is becoming increasingly hard to get some vitamin D. Sunshine, of course, is directly linked to a person’s mood. The more darkness there is, the harder it is to be in a good mood. Living in Maine makes this abundantly clear. Every year …
Are you looking for a used kayak, SUP or bike? This is your last chance to snag used gear for up to 50% OFF MSRP. Boats and bikes are in good shape, with a few dings and scratches — but have years of paddling and riding left in them. Prices starting as low as $251.25! …
After a two very successful collection drives this year, a shoe drive in March and a tent and sleeping bag drive in August, Maine Sport Outfitters is once again teaming up with the Knox County Homeless Coalition to help those in need. Throughout the month of October, Maine Sport will be collecting gently used or new …
Where to go for the best fall foliage in the Camden Hills Well, it’s that time again. The temperatures are dropping, days are getting shorter at an alarming rate, and the trees are starting to turn. They haven’t broken out into their full colorful array, so now is the time to plan for when they …