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Illuminating the Past
Enjoy an urban escape and catch a glimpse of Maine history at Portland Head Light and Fort Williams Park.
Riptide
An Australian cobberdog and a boat named Hornet
Front Street, Charger, Lobsters and Mud
Marina changes, large-scale 3D printing, and a new weather buoy
10th Annual Salty Quill Writers’ Retreat
Women writers retreat to the Midcoast’s McGee Island.
Big Jim’s New Lease on Life
Historic Maine fisherman billboard should soon be standing tall again
Moments in Time Caught on the Fly
A Maine nature photographer finds capturing stunning wildlife images to be a matter of time.
Ouzel
Maine artisans collaborate on a 95-foot world-girding pilothouse cutter built at Rockport Marine.
Cruise in Style Aboard Back Cove’s 412
Back Cove’s New 412 Flagship Is Ready for Cruising
Solar Sailing in a Refit Powerboat
A Hylan & Brown refit will cruise at the speed of the sun
J. Rae Pictou: Remember Who You Are
The artist, storyteller, entrepreneur, and activist J. Rae Pictou draws on her Mi’kmaq heritage.
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Magalloway Conservation Project: Land Trusts Rally to Preserve Western Maine Landscape
The collective efforts of four groups working to protect the Magalloway
Maine Briefs
Maine Sailor and Training Ship Program Recognized
Sailing Ships Maine nets two national education awards at the Tall Ships America’s annual conference.
Signs of Summer
Sure it’s still winter, and sure, it’s been cold, but not only are the days getting longer (and hopefully warmer sometime soon), it’s time to start booking your summer plans!
Cruising Club of America Award Goes to a Maine Sailor
The late William Willauer of Falmouth is recognized for his Outward Bound and other marine education efforts.
Whew! The Buoys Stay Put
U.S. Coast Guard suspends plan to “modernize” navigation aids along the northeast coast.
Kennebunkport Marina Buys Service Company
Deal expands the southern Maine marina’s product offerings and capabilities.
Boat Show News
New Features Added to the 2025 Maine Boat & Home Show
Iconic Boats, Educational Seminars, On-Site Painters, and Art Show
The 2025 Maine Boat & Home Show poster features art by Stephen Florimbi
A plein air painter's perfect summer day sets the scene.
The Daily 5
A survey of maritime spring news
Three Maine yards herald summer with launching festivities
A little homemade skiff proves to be the perfect boat for harbor outings.
An artist and a snorkeler, Baker is also a snorkeling artist.
With a deft touch, the Portland-based Impressionist painter Paul Black brought light and life to Maine motifs.