Twice a year, USA Hockey offers a "Try Hockey for Free" day. This is an opportunity for children ages four to nine, who are interested in checking out ice hockey, to do so for free. Ice rinks nationwide open their doors to would-be hockey players. And Maine has at least one rink in the Portland … [Read more...] about Try Hockey for Free This Weekend
Dog Sledding in Maine
Years ago, I worked at a magazine that did a story about the Iditarod. If you don't know, the Iditarod is a world-class dog-sledding event held each year in Alaska. Ever since editing that article, I've wanted to go dog sledding. And now that we're living full-time in Maine, I can. Yes, you can go … [Read more...] about Dog Sledding in Maine
Halloween on a Budget
Who doesn't love the idea of doing Halloween on a budget or on the cheap? Considering that spending on Halloween overall increases each year, it's a good idea to think about ways you can cut your costs yet still enjoy Halloween this year. According to the National Retail Federation, this … [Read more...] about Halloween on a Budget
Maine Fall Foliage Map
According to the state government, right now the Maine fall foliage map is all green. I would suggest that the folks from Augusta take a trip down to York County where I live, then reconsider their answer. That's because if you've driven on the Maine Turnpike lately, you'll notice that many of … [Read more...] about Maine Fall Foliage Map
What is ReStore Thrift Store
Have you shopped yet at the ReStore thrift store? If not, you're missing out. We were able to furnish nearly most of our Kennebunk house with furniture and decor we bought at ReStore. This includes a kitchen table with eight chairs for which we paid $80. In addition, we've secured … [Read more...] about What is ReStore Thrift Store
Enjoying Kennebunkport Prelude
Long before there was Small Business Saturday, business owners got together and created Kennebunkport Prelude. The idea was to start a Christmas festival. That was back in 1982. Fast forward to today, and Kennebunkport Prelude is also Kennebunk Prelude as this holiday festival spans both towns. … [Read more...] about Enjoying Kennebunkport Prelude
Waterfalls in Southern Maine
Recently, I decided to look up the definition of waterfalls and was surprised to learn how many are in Maine. That's because a waterfall is defined as any "falling water" that cascades at least five feet down. Well, with so many mills in Maine on rivers — and falls besides them — there are likely … [Read more...] about Waterfalls in Southern Maine
Walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit
Note: While the Marginal was closed temporarily after the 2024 winter storms, we are happy to report that it has reopened! Hikers can once again enjoy the panoramic ocean views. I knew that walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit was one of the best, free things to do in Southern Maine. However, it … [Read more...] about Walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit
Girl Scouts of Maine State Parks Program
Usually, every September the Girl Scouts of Maine participate in a State Parks program. That is, troops get free admission to state parks. Turns out, this September is no different. Here are the details. Girl Scouts of Maine State Parks Program The Girl Scouts Love State Parks is actually a … [Read more...] about Girl Scouts of Maine State Parks Program
Maine Covered Bridges
Growing up, whenever I thought about covered bridges I thought about Maine. To me, those beautiful structures were synonymous with the state. Turns out I was half right. That is, covered bridges are super popular in New England — or at least they used to be. At one time, there were hundreds of … [Read more...] about Maine Covered Bridges
Shopping at Marden’s Discount Stores
If you're looking for some of the best outlet shopping in Maine, I suggest you check out Marden's discount stores. Technically, Marden's is a salvage and surplus store. That's a place where retailers send their excess inventory that didn't sell. However, during a recent visit to Marden's in … [Read more...] about Shopping at Marden’s Discount Stores
Maine Christmas Tree Farms
Growing up, I never had to visit any of the Maine Christmas tree farms to get the tree we would put up in my grandparent's home. That's because they lived in a rural corner or northwest York County and we could just walk into their woods to get our own tree. And cut down our own tree we did for many … [Read more...] about Maine Christmas Tree Farms