Harbors
Beyond the Black Lines
Open water swimming has seen a surge in popularity recently, especially in Maine. Long-time swimmer Hodding Carter explains why.
Standing Up in the Waves
Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) are a popular way to get on the water. Thor Emory is one of a growing number of athletes who have taken the sport to a higher level, using specifically designed SUPs for open-water surfing.
It’s All In A Tide
The schooner Margaret Todd on the hard for routine maintenance.
Windjammers Along The Coast
Maine's windjammers: iconic symbols of the coast
Dockside Dining Spots
Spending time on the water in Maine is a feast for the senses that can leave you hungry for more… food that is.
Children of the Island
Exploring life on Maine islands through the eyes of summer and year-round children in this photo essay by Patrisha McLean.
Perfect Fit
Until now, foul-weather gear, designed to keep people dry even in the worst weather on the water, has been sized only for men. Genevieve McDonald went on a crusade to fix that problem.
A Letter From Home
Clamming is a hard way to make a living and the people who do it must be tough. Author Jon Keller spent several years clamming downeast before writing his recent novel <em>Of Sea and Cloud</em>.
Fishing and the Rangeley Boat
The iconic Rangeley Boat emerged from the Rangeley Lake region of Western Maine in the 1800s and was crafted to suit the needs of sportfishermen.
A Dory Runs Through It
Jonathan Ives spent his childhood exploring the coast with his family in an old Banks dory. While exposed and small, the vessel was incredibly seaworthy.
