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 …
Something wicked is coming to Maine Sport Outfitters! Creep, float or crawl on over to our Rockport location the evening of Saturday, October 26th for a scary good time. Enjoy spine-tingling stories from local Maine authors, bone-chilling beverages from local breweries & wineries, and the chance to win some frightfully-fabulous door prizes! Join us...if you …
A Beginner’s Guide to Running Through the Trees With the weather heating up, it feels like nature is calling. One way to listen in is to get out in the woods and run! Trail running is a fantastic sport to get into this summer. The cardio, lower body and health benefits are incredible. And running …
After a very successful shoe drive back in March, Maine Sport Outfitters is once again teaming up with the Knox County Homeless Coalition to help those in need. Throughout the month of August, Maine Sport will be collecting gently used or new tents and sleeping bags to donate to this Rockport-based organization, the only homeless organization serving …
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“The trails are pretty technical,” Colin, from the Maine Sport bike shop tells me, “a good place to cut your teeth.” I, having never ridden a mountain bike that didn’t come from a yard sale, was suitably spooked. To a beginner, “technical” sounds a lot like “I hope you bring an arm sling.” This potentially …
Have you been waiting all winter for some relaxing summer fun on the water? Look no further: we’ve compiled a list of our favorite places in and around Penobscot Bay. From hidden local eateries to rewarding day hikes, we’ve tracked down your next weekend getaway.
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Eleven hours of hiking. That’s what it took my friend, Douglas, and me to see all the peaks of Camden Hills State Park a few weeks ago. Was it necessary for us to do this in one day? No. Was it a particularly thought out idea? Certainly not. Was it a great chance to spend …
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