A 13-mile recreation corridor linking ski resorts, forests and downtown Bethel could transform how residents and visitors experience western Maine — if funding and long-term planning align.
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How to use a new fully accessible Kennebunk trail
The Kennebunk Land Trust’s Alewive Access Trail had been in the works for exactly a year.
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Voters approved funding to repair York’s Cliff Walk. What’s next?
The popular seaside trail has been closed for more than 2 years because of damage caused by violent storms in early 2024. New funding could mean restoration can finally begin.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Maine Forecast
As the weather warms, Maine rescue workers emphasize hiker safety
First responders say preparedness is key for hikers hitting western Maine’s busy trails.
Posted inCommunity, News, Outdoors, Times Record
Bowdoinham receives $750K for Merrymeeting Trail
Officials are planning to work on sections of the 26-mile trail between Bowdoinham and Richmond after an injection of federal funding.
Posted inTimes Record
Rockland library partners with land trust for women in trails discussion
The May 7 talk will be moderated by Isabella Childs Michael from Georges River Land Trust and will include panelists from Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust, The Nature Conservancy of Maine and from Midcoast Conservancy.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Two popular trail networks in Portland will soon be connected
A new bridge over the Stroudwater River is ‘a major link,’ said Jon Kachmar, executive director of Portland Trails.
Posted inDo This, Maine, News
4 best hiking trails in Scarborough, according to readers
I asked readers for their favorite hiking trails and checked out their recommendations.