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Letter From Home

Rocky Arrival at Ragged Island

An overnight sail to Criehaven and a lucky rescue.

Church of the Red Lobsterboat

A red lobsterboat moored near his home became a beacon of sorts for author Peter Behrens.

Crossing the Line

Crossing the line marks a moment of no return, like leaving childhood

Memories of a Perfect Anchorage

The joy of cruising the Maine coast and a special spot off Roque

Journey’s End for a Remarkable Wild Goose

The circle of life comes to an end for a remarkable wild goose.

Drama in the Fog

A real-life rescue story, overheard on the VHF

A Tipsy Rooster and Horse Whispering

The writer recalls the time the family’s rooster got drunk, and his grandfather’s winning ways with draft horses

One Island Library on a Mission

On the small island of Matinicus, with its 100 year-round residents, the library is a well-loved institution.

Chatto and the Gift of a Treasured Island

Chatto: A treasured Maine island