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Fishing
The unifying tie of fly fishing: Learn to fly fish this summer
Trying to get away from it all this vacation? Here's an angle you may not have thought of: learning the art of fly fishing. Read on
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Do this
Lobster crate races & glow stick river runs: 7 water-based events in New England this summer
Put down that lobster roll and listen up. OK, you can finish your lunch, but pay attention because we've got good news: You don't have to be a master sailor or a whitewater devotee to enjoy Maine's best water sports. Read on
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Tours
Day sails: Stunning water views (and seals, wine, islands & lobsters) with these boat tours
Sailing is one of the most relaxing ways to spend a Maine summer weekend: You can lounge – maybe with a glass of wine in hand – on the deck of an old wooden boat, passing island after peaceful island. Perfection. Read on
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Kids & Family
7 tips for taking your kids on water adventures
When it comes to introducing children to a new activity, things rarely go as planned. I've spent 19 years taking my two daughters on a variety of outdoor adventures and it has been a balancing act of research, planning and a willingness to go with the flow when things go awry. Read on
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Dogs
13 dog-friendly summer beaches in Maine from York to Camden
It was a ruff job, but we've rounded up a guide that goes from York to Camden. Read on
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Camping
Kayak to your campsite during these 5 guided overnight camping trips
Weekend getaways are all about getting away - at least as far as you can get and still be back to work on Monday. Those precious few days are a chance to relax and recharge. Add a kayak and a campsite into the mix and you've got yourself an adventure you'll be talking about for years. Read on
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Eat & Drink
Island dining in Casco Bay: Portland’s offshore restaurants offer casual to fine fare
Hopping on a Casco Bay Lines ferry to spend a day on one of the islands off of Portland can make you feel like you've been far, far away. And, whether you go for a bike ride, flop on a beach or wander island trails, you're bound to get hungry. Read on