Columnist Dave Irons checked out the next generation of ski racers at Lost Valley, and he gives some advice on when to buy skis.
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Outdoors in Maine: Changing times of kids and motorboats
A mandatory boating education law is now being debated in the legislature, and columnist V. Paul Reynolds writes that it would have squashed his sons’ young boating excursions.
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The future of snowmobiling is looking electric – and quieter
A burgeoning electric recreation industry aims to reduce not only decibels and fumes but also reliance on fossil fuels that, when burned, contribute to climate change.
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Fish and wildlife restoration in Maine to get $16 million infusion
The federal money will go to support state agencies, conserve Maine waters and increase access to recreational uses.
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Outdoors in Maine: Colorful mushroom and large bird are two rare finds within state’s borders
Entoloma Indigoferum is one of the world’s most rare mushrooms, while the Steller’s sea eagle, one of the largest birds of prey on the planet, is hardly seen even on its home ground in Siberia.
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Casco couple teaches young son to ski despite physical challenges
Kara and Chad Kilmartin want their children to live an outdoor lifestyle and have helped 5-year-old son Cooper, who has spina bifida, learn to enjoy the slopes.
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On Skiing: Pro Tour skiers in the Olympics
Gone are the days where pro tour skiing and Olympic skiing are separate endeavors. Now they two entities have become companion opportunities for the world’s best skiers.
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Developers pushing forward with $113.5 million plan to reopen ski resort overlooking Moosehead Lake
Rangeley-based Big Lake Development LLC is among the groups moving to relaunch ski operations on Big Moose Mountain as part of a project that backers say would generate hundreds of jobs.
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On Skiing: The best skiing is still ahead of us; but first, the Olympics
February and March are usually our biggest snow months, so we can look forward to plenty of good skiing for another two months, writes columnist Dave Irons as he looks forward to the Olympics and US Alpine Championships.
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Belfast’s most enthusiastic rowers embrace the cold
The community rowing program, Come Boating, launches six-oar Cornish pilot gigs year-round.