Maine Huts & Trails will launch a series of free, guided winter outdoor programs on its trail network beginning Jan. 3, offering snowshoeing, skiing, fat biking and family-friendly outings open to the public.
Rebecca Richard
Staff Writer
Rebecca Richard is a reporter for the Franklin Journal. She graduated from the University of Maine after studying literature and writing. She is a small business owner, wife of 32 years and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 10 years, and in New England since her teen years.
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