Local & Events

Trails, races, cold water and the outdoor life of Maine and New Hampshire, covered as health reporting. Preparation, seasonal risk and recovery for hiking, skiing, paddling and the events that fill the local calendar.

Local & Events

Fall Foliage Races and Turkey Trots Across Maine and New Hampshire

From foliage marathons past Acadia to Thanksgiving-morning 5Ks, autumn is New England's best stretch for a road race. Here is...

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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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Fall Leaf-Peeping Hikes With Real Health Payoff

Leaf-peeping season lines up almost perfectly with the kind of moderate movement research says we need. Here is how to...

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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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