Two Bush Island is the most distant island in the Muscle Ridge archipelago. Located about 4 miles from Spruce Head, it’s home to historic Two Bush Island Light. Situated near the heavily trafficked southwestern entrance to Penobscot Bay, the lighthouse was built in 1897. Typical of Maine lighthouses, it has a rich history of hazardous […]
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Workshop focuses on Catholics’ personal participation in Mass
In support of the Parish Year of the National Eucharistic Revival, the Diocese of Portland’s Office of Lifelong Faith Formation is hosting an evening of learning and reflection for older teens and adults focused on each person’s vital service in the community worship of Mass. The free event, “What Only YOU Can Do at Mass: […]
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Book Notes: ‘God’s Earth is Something to Fight For’ uses scripture to teach care for the planet
I’ve always been grateful for the year I took between high school and college to attend a little Bible school in Rhode Island. We had worship services every day, along with classes from committed Bible scholars who instilled in us the value of living a God-centered life. Not just focusing on God in church on […]
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Intertidal: End-of-summer wind can be a fickle beast
On an unusually sunny August Sunday, I had been looking forward to a day on the water, as this summer has seemed to be all-too-compressed after its cool, wet start. At the start of the day, there was a gentle, southerly breeze, which typically brings warm air and isn’t too strong. It perhaps feels even […]
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Seniors Not Acting Their Age: A traverse of Megunticook Lake
In my opinion, Megunticook Lake is one of the most picturesque lakes or ponds in Maine. The lofty cliffs of Mount Megunticook rise abruptly from the eastern shore. A multitude of islands and small peninsulas populate the 1,300-acre lake providing myriad opportunities for exploration by kayak or canoe. The largest body of water in Knox […]
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BoomerTECH Adventures: Families, schools and technology
Back to school! It used to be a new pencil box and Trapper Keeper. Now it is more likely to be a new tablet, computer or even a phone. Given new beginnings with a new school year, new teachers, and new school and classroom expectations, this is a perfect time to have a family discussion […]
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Intertidal: Moon’s positioning affects more than the tides
Every year at this time, I look forward to seeing the Perseid meteor showers. It’s a stellar summer event that comes at a time of year when it is usually warm at night and an opportunity to get out either for a walk or on the water to see what look like stars falling from […]
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The Recycle Bin: Travel lightly on Earth
Transportation causes 27% of U.S. global warming increase, but in Maine, with few public transit systems and large distances between small towns, research for the Maine Climate Council showed that transportation causes 47% of Maine’s climate warming. Maine Department of Transportation, towns and cities must continue to innovate with reducing vehicle miles traveled and making […]
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Seniors Not Acting Their Age: Exploring Branch Pond
Exploring Maine’s many small lakes and ponds can be very stimulating outdoor adventures. In recent years, my wife, Nancy, and I have endeavored to add that activity to our paddling agenda. Small narrow bodies of water with numerous islands, coves and inlets that are habitats for a variety of birds and wildlife are particularly appealing […]
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Intertidal: Fluke or flounder? Consider the season and their eyes when identifying these flatfish
Etymology has always been a nerdy fascination of mine. Maybe it’s because I took Latin for seven years starting in the sixth grade. I discovered that maybe it wasn’t the smartest idea when I tried to take a spoken language for the first time in college and didn’t exactly pass my first conversation class. So, […]