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Guide to Maine The Ultimate Travel Guide for Maine’s Beaches, Lakes, Mountains & Coastal Towns

Long Island, Maine
10/09/2026

Long Island, Maine

07/27/2026

Oh, Camden. Sooo nice. And later this week, check out the Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland!

Martha Stewart names Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens #7 in the US. She DOES have good taste. Prime time is coming soon!...
04/13/2026

Martha Stewart names Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens #7 in the US. She DOES have good taste. Prime time is coming soon!

🌲✨ Have you ever dreamed of becoming a Registered Maine Guide? ✨🌲After graduating from our Maine Guide School & Training...
02/11/2026

🌲✨ Have you ever dreamed of becoming a Registered Maine Guide? ✨🌲

After graduating from our Maine Guide School & Training Program, you’ll be eligible to sit for the State of Maine Registered Maine Guide test. The Recreational Maine Guide Course is hands down one of the most comprehensive trainings in the state built by professionals who run daily trips and know the industry inside and out.

A Recreational Maine Guide License allows you to lead non-hunting, non-fishing outdoor adventures across the State of Maine, including:
🏔 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🎿 Skiing
🛶 Canoeing & Kayaking
❄ Snowmobiling
🚙 ATV trips
🌙 Day & overnight wilderness experiences

You’ll learn and refine everything needed to prepare for the State-administered written test and oral boards, including:
🧭 Map & compass
🧑‍🚒 Lost person scenarios
⚖ Watercraft laws & regulations
📋 Trip planning & risk management
🔥 Camping & outdoor cooking
🛟 Safety procedures
💼 The business side of guiding
…and much more.

This is a guide preparatory course designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to confidently approach the State of Maine testing process. (Testing and license fees are not included, and hands-on experience is essential.

If you feel the call of the woods…
If you’re ready to turn your passion for the outdoors into leadership.

🌲 Sign up for our Registered Maine Guide Course today and take the first step toward guiding in the great State of Maine. 🌲

February 13-15, $399 in Shirley Mills

https://northeastwhitewater.com/maine-programs/registered-maine-guide-school/

02/01/2026

Floridians: “It’s cold.” 🥶
Mainers: “Let's Gooo!” 😌❄️

Cold snaps don’t stop life in Maine. They just add character. Layer up, laugh it off, and keep moving. Winter isn’t something to survive… it’s something to own.

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01/24/2026

🍽️ MAINE CHEFS MAKING WAVES

Huge congrats to these five incredible Maine chefs who’ve been named semifinalists for the 2026 James Beard Best Chef: Northeast Award - one of the most prestigious honors in American food. 🙌✨

🔥 Jeremy Broucek — Bread & Friends (Portland)
A visionary in Portland’s culinary scene, Jeremy brings creativity and heart to every dish.

🍣 Thomas Takashi Cooke — Izakaya Minato (Portland)
Blending precision and passion, Thomas’s take on Japanese cuisine continues to wow diners.

🍷 Chris Gould — Central Provisions (Portland)
Chris’s refined yet playful approach at Central Provisions keeps Portland on the national foodie map.

🌿 Sara Jenkins — Nina June (Rockport)
Sara’s seasonal, ingredient-forward cooking defines the spirit of Maine’s coast.

🍝 Jake Stevens — Leeward (Portland)
A three-peat semifinalist, Jake’s bold flavors and creative menus keep Leeward at the forefront of New England dining.

📆 Finalists will be announced this spring. Fingers crossed these chefs go even further! 🤞

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