Canoe rescues. Lost-in-the-woods drills. Fire-starting and knot-tying classes. Inspired by a school drowning at Range Pond two years ago, a new program has educators from around the state taking to the woods to become registered Maine Guides.
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Two Maine startups collaborate to get more Mainers outdoors
Tree Free Heat, which sells fire starters made of hemp waste, has a deal with Back40, which rents camping gear online.
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More people on the trails raises health concerns for some
Runners and trail users in the more populated areas of the state have been forced to deal with heavier use by the general public as other recreational options such as city and state parks and beaches have been closed due to restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.