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
Famous People from Maine
I was surprised to learn about all of the famous people from Maine. I mean, of course we all know that Stephen King is from here. Heck, he sets many of his books in Vacationland. Also, I've heard there is a wicked cool Stephen King tour in Bangor. It's on my bucket list to go on and write about … [Read more...] about Famous People from Maine
Best Food Trucks in Southern Maine
How to Make Summer Berries Last
Wouldn't it be great if you could make summer berries last all year long. Well, I don't have a magic wand. However, I do have the inside scoop on the secrets to sorting, washing and storing techniques that will preserve their flavor and keep your summer berries fresh longer. Bringing home … [Read more...] about How to Make Summer Berries Last
Teacher Appreciation Summer Savings
There are two teacher appreciation events going on this summer that provide savings exclusively for those in education. In one case, these savings extend to students, too. That's great news for back-to-school shopping. Sam's Club teacher appreciation deal Sam's Club is the perfect … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Summer Savings
Day Trips from Maine
Even though this blog focuses on things to do in Southern Maine, it's possible that you might be interested in taking day trips from Maine. For example, whenever we visited my grandparents in Parsonsfield (then Kezar Falls), we would always take a few day trips. This included heading to nearby … [Read more...] about Day Trips from Maine
When is Low Tide in Maine This Weekend
If you're visiting the Maine seacoast, then you know that low tide is the perfect time to visit the beach. That's because in Southern Maine, when it's high tide, there is no sandy beach. The water goes right up to the sea wall. Low tide at Wells and Kennebunk beaches At least that's the … [Read more...] about When is Low Tide in Maine This Weekend
Dog Friendly Beaches in Southern Maine
When we decided to buy a house in Kennebunk, Maine, I was so excited to learn that there were dog friendly beaches nearby. In fact, these were beaches where we could take our dogs were available year round. That is, dogs could go on the sand and in the water all year. However, the times of … [Read more...] about Dog Friendly Beaches in Southern Maine
What is Renys Department Store
Recently, I met someone whose goal was to visit every Reny department store location in Maine. And after a year of traveling, she finally did it. Funny, I feel similarly about getting to every Marden's store in Maine. However, maybe I need to make it my goal to go to all of the Renys stores in … [Read more...] about What is Renys Department Store
Things to Do in Freeport Maine
There are so many things to do in Freeport Maine. For starters, it's one of the best spots to go outlet shopping in Maine. Also, Freeport is home to L.L. Bean's flagship store. My mom and her high school friends would make a pilgrimage to the store on weekends when there was nothing … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Freeport Maine