The 3,100-acre estuary is the largest salt marsh in Maine and was an important resource for Native Americans and early European settlers.
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Kayakers explore historic Presumpscot River on a hot summer day | Column
Route near the trestle included swimmers and other paddlers aiming to beat the heat.
Kayakers take to serene Runaround Pond | Column
The Durham pond is an easy paddle with myriad flora and fauna.
Technology in the field: digital tools, apps and phone camera tips for birding | Column
Digital technology can help you identify, track and photograph our feathered friends like never before.
Wind didn’t stop these kayakers’ trip to Burnt Island Light Station | Column
The mid-May excursion off the coast of Boothbay was the first Penobscot Paddle & Chowder Society sea kayak trip of the year.
Entertaining paddling on Twenty-Five Mile Stream | Column
The Penobscot Paddle & Chowder Society trip covered 8 miles from Unity to Burnham.
Rainy weather impacts the remainder of Machias River trip | Column
A little precipitation didn’t stop these paddlers.
Two paddlers continue the Machias River tradition | Column
The trip was in the seasonal sweet spot: higher water levels and no blackflies.
Gardening is a superpower for aging well | Column
Aging at home is a common goal for many boomers and seniors, and one of the most rewarding activities that can support this aspiration is gardening. While traditional gardening can present challenges related to strength and flexibility as we age, innovative tools and strategies now make it more accessible, allowing us to continue enjoying this […]
Penobscot Paddle club enjoys a whitewater weekend | Column
Water levels were ideal for a trip to Webb River in Carthage and a paddle on the nearby Swift River in Roxbury.