The North American Wife Carrying Championship may be among the most unusual sporting events in the country. It may also be among the most amusing to watch, and the winner qualifies to compete in the international event — held in Finland next summer. Is is basically this: Pick a partner, pick up that partner and […]
Out & About Western Maine
Use for Out & About Western Maine edition
Maine Road Trip Quiz
Pass the car ride by learning some lesser-known facts about the state you’re driving through.
Learn Maine lingo
Knowing these words will help you get by while traveling the state.
Search for Maine’s summertime celebs
An interactive map of Maine’s most famous seasonal residents and visitors.
Pick a park – there’s one near you
A guide to state parks in southern and western Maine with camping, hiking, swimming and more.
Get spooked at Maine’s haunted places
Old buildings and spooky cemeteries make these tales of hauntings all the creepier.
Rainy Day: Candlepin reigns in Maine
When it rains in Maine, that doesn’t mean the fun stops. Try one of many local bowling alleys for hours of friendly (or fierce) competition.
Get Wet: Mt. Blue State Park offers family fun, or a rigorous hike. You pick
Whether you’re interested in sitting on the shore of Webb Lake on a lazy day, watching the family swim, or tying on boots and hiking the rocky terrain up Tumbledown, Mt. Blue State Park has it all.