Though never officially authorized on the mountain, camping has been largely accepted. With more litter, discarded equipment and large, unauthorized fires, the Bureau of Parks and Land is saying no more.
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Falmouth teen raises $28,000 on AT, plans more hikes
Falmouth High School junior William Addison, who solo hiked the Appalachian Trail last year to raise money for blood disorder treatment across the globe, officially completed the trek this month with a hike up Katahdin.
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Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, Outdoors
Appalachian Trail through-hikers told to postpone plans this year due to virus
About 2,000 through-hikers have already registered to make the trek this year, but the Appalachian Trail Conservancy is recommending against long-distance hikes.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: On National Take a Hike Day, make a plan to explore Maine trails this winter
In a year when we have not been able to gather with family and friends as we used to, our trail system can bring us together safely.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Mainers should explore alternatives to closed parks and beaches
While observing social distancing rules, we need to be creative about where we go to get outdoors.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: The cure for what ails you could be a flapjack and a splendid stroll
Just remember to keep your (social) distance.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Some common sense tips to keep you (and others) safe when hiking
It’s restorative to get outdoors during this time of self-isolation as long as you adhere to safe practices.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Celebrate the state’s bicentennial with a dozen great hikes
Individually and altogether, these represent spectacular Maine regions, history and natural features.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Vision for regional greenway development includes current, future train passage
L.D. 2124 would ensure that unused Maine rail corridors don’t stay stagnant indefinitely.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
George Smith: There’s no excuse not to get outdoors
It’s confounding that nearly half of all Americans do not participate in outdoor recreation.