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Sports, outdoor events, and wellness happenings across ME and NH

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Trail Running in Camden Hills: Routes, Difficulty, and Recovery Tips

Camden Hills State Park packs ocean views, dense hardwood canopy, and serious vertical into three trail running routes worth knowing....

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Portland Farmers Markets: A Seasonal Nutrition Guide

Portland's farmers markets shift with the seasons, and so does what's worth buying. Here's how to get the most nutrition...

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Paddleboarding Sebago Lake: A Low-Impact Workout With a View

Maine's deepest lake doubles as one of New England's best paddleboarding spots. Here's what the research says about SUP as...

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New Hampshire’s Best Swimming Holes for Post-Hike Recovery

After a long day on the White Mountains trails, New Hampshire's cold mountain streams offer more than relief. Here are...

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The Maine Lobster Boat Race Circuit: A Surprisingly Athletic Tradition

Every summer, working lobster boats race along the Maine coast from Boothbay Harbor to Stonington. It's a community event built...

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Community Cold Plunge Groups Are Growing Across New Hampshire

From the Seacoast to the Lakes Region, New Hampshire residents are gathering on winter mornings to practice cold water immersion...

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The Best 5K and 10K Races in Southern Maine This Summer

Southern Maine packs a surprisingly strong summer road race calendar, with everything from elite-level 10Ks to low-key weeknight 5K series....

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Acadia National Park Hiking: Preparing Your Body for the Beehive Trail

The Beehive Trail in Acadia National Park is one of Maine's most iconic hikes, but it demands more than average...

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Winter Wellness Events in the White Mountains Region

The White Mountains don't go quiet in winter. Between December and March, a growing list of wellness events pulls residents...

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Cross-Country Skiing in Bethel, Maine: A Full-Body Winter Workout

Bethel, Maine is home to one of the best cross-country skiing networks in the state. Nordic skiing works nearly every...

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