The Maine Outsider

Invite 136 // Aug 26 I ended my mountain bike ride in the dark last night. I've noticed it happening, but refuse to accept it. Those late summer sunsets aren't so late anymore. The switch can happen quickly. One day, you're sweating through sticky 90-degree days, tempting yourself with the thought of crisp fall air, and then suddenly it's fall. We're not there yet. Which means there's still time. Time for one more canoe trip, sailing day, summit hike, or beach day. This week's events are your...

Invite 134 // Aug 12 The Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight, coinciding with mostly clear skies and a new moon. In short, conditions look great for seeing 50–100 meteors per hour. Find a dark, open space (fairly easy in Maine) and get out there! One option: check with your local land trust — places like Hacker's Hill in Casco have extended hours tonight for better viewing. Enjoy the spectacle. Now, on to this week's events. ✌️ Max This issue of the Maine Outsider is sponsored by Siberia...

Invite 132 // Jul 29 For a second week in a row, I'm going to skip the intro and jump right into the events. August is on the doorstep with a variety of opportunities from paddling to clamming. Don't fret the turning of the calendar—there are still a lot of great summer days to come. Now, on to this week's featured activities. ✌️ Max Reach 1,000+ Maine outdoor enthusiasts while supporting a community resource. View sponsorship opportunities. Paddle with a Ranger Thu, Jul 30 | Jefferson | Free...

Invite 130 // Jul 15 I took the above photo several years ago on a weeklong solo camping trip through the North Maine Woods. After a few hours on dirt roads, I pulled into a site near Little Lobster Lake and set up camp as summer storms rolled in from the north. I didn't have anywhere to be, so I just sat there for an hour and watched the sky change. It passed through phases of shifting winds and imminent rain, before crumbling into total stillness. This newsletter is all about activities,...

Invite 128 // Jul 1 Hey Outsiders, if you haven't heard, it's going to be hot over the next stretch of days. Normally, events in Maine have a rain date, but it's worth watching for heat-related reschedules over the next week or so. In the meantime, find some water and cool off. Here are a few helpful resources: Maine's 12 Best Swimming Holes – Down East Swimming at Maine State Parks & Public Lands Swimming Holes Blog – Outdoor Movement Project 8 Maine Swimming Holes to Cool Off This Summer –...