As the spring thaw hits, you may be looking to plan your next outing into the Maine woods. Here are some campsites that offer the seclusion of nature with the amenities some can’t live without.
Quentin Blais
Staff Writer
Quentin Blais, an Illinois native, is the community reporter for the Rangeley Highlander. He covers Rangeley and the surrounding towns in northern Franklin County. Quentin studied photography and journalism at DePaul University in Chicago. He's excited to venture into Maine's outdoor recreation opportunities and dig a bit deeper into rural Maine life.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Avon voters elect selectmen, school director, pass budget at annual town meeting
Voters chose two selectmen and a school board member, and made changes to the budget.
advertisement
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Annual outdoor benefit concert in Rangeley canceled
Rangeley Health and Wellness cited difficulty in booking performers as the reason the festival won’t happen this summer.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, The Rangeley Highlander
‘No Kings’ protest to be held in Carrabassett Valley
The rally is the first to be held in the town and follows the growth of similar demonstrations across the country.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Victim of Carrabassett Valley shooting remembered as kind, dedicated and creative
Meanwhile, some residents of the small ski resort town are struggling to come to grips with the news of Makayla DeSantis’ fatal shooting.
Posted inMaine, New England, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Beneath the ice on Rangeley Lake, New England police divers train for the worst
A team of recovery divers from across the region has spent the last two weeks training in the frigid waters of Rangeley Lake.
Posted inMaine, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Rangeley Heritage Trust creates Friends of Western Maine Dark Sky
The group seeks to conserve the natural dark skies in the region through education and local legislation.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Rangeley close to signing contractor for sidewalk improvement project
The Board of Selectmen is seeking a phased approach to the sidewalk improvement project, which will improve drainage and walkability downtown.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Rangeley Highlander
At Camp No Limits, disabilities hold no one back from a ride down Saddleback
The program designed for children who have lost limbs brings together skiers and mentors who know all too well the difficulties of living with a disability.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Torchlights, fireworks wrap vacation week at Saddleback
‘February Festival’ drew crowds to Saddleback Mountain with live music, fireworks and a torchlight parade.