Allagash Wilderness Waterway (AWW) 1: Preparation & Getting There

Mt. Katahdin.

Allagash River CFS:  872 and dropping Time:  2:30 pm – 9:12 pm Hours:  6.75 Miles:  206 (driving) {It all started over a bonfire and some cold beers.} I came across a recent adventure a friend of mine had on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway (AWW) to Henry one evening as we stood around the bonfire having …

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10 Best Maine Holiday Gifts for Outdoor Enthusiasts who Love Adventure

Photo:  Portaging past Northern Maine’s Abandoned Locomotives on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. It’s called The Great Outdoors Because most people love it!  Do you have a die-hard outdoor enthusiast on your holiday list?  Or maybe kids who are on their electronics more than you’d like, sometimes so much that you get their names confused because …

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Four Seasons of Camping at Maine Sporting Camps, Cabins & Lodges

Maine Sporting Camps

Experience the Real Maine Wilderness Some are rustic with gas lights and no modern conveniences, while others are modern and offer WiFi.  Many are a family tradition, with ownership passed down through multiple generations.  When you stay at one of Maine’s sporting camps the outdoor possibilities are endless.  Hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation are the …

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Step Falls, Newry Maine: Great Family Waterfall Hike

Step Falls near Grafton Notch State Park Step Falls is one of my favorite places to visit any time of year in Maine.  The hike to the falls is an easy 20-25 minutes (0.6 miles) and is perfect for families.  The lower falls are an easy hike and the last section of the upper falls …

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