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Aliens Among Us

While invasive plants may look pretty, their impact is anything but

By Lynette L. Walther
Non-native plants such as burning bush may look pretty but they can cause problems by pushing out native stock. We take a look at a few invasives in Maine.

Bohemian Princess

A whimsical caravan— half home-on-wheels and half elegant yacht

By Ann Dodds Costello
A mystical gypsy caravan, built as a garden folly, features fine boatbuilding touches and is perfect for parties or afternoon naps.

A Great Looper

A boat designed for a very special voyage

By Art Paine
This powerboat was designed specifically for the “Great Loop”—up the East Coast, through the Great Lakes, down the Mississippi, and back up the coast to New York.

Standing Up in the Waves

Paddling during a Penobscot Bay gale

By Thor Emory
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.