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How to Make the Most of Life Here in the Pine Tree State

Planning your escape to Maine, for a visit or for good? Let these insiders show you the keys to making the most of life here in the Pine Tree State.
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Breakfast in a Can

Lone Pine Brewing’s Maple Sunday is available this month only.
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Elda

Modern flair and traditional methods meet in Biddeford to create a flavor bonanza.
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Sea Party

The earthiness of sea lettuce and sweetness of honeybush give Emerald Honeybush tea a honey–truffle character, Cup of Sea owner Josh Rogers says.
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Small Farms, Big Ideas

The wayfaring founder of an agrarian lit mag is calling Down East Maine home — and reimagining the area’s rural economy.
A Thomaston Turnaround?
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A Thomaston Turnaround?

Often overshadowed by bigger, hipper Rockland — and, more recently, crushed by nonstop roadwork — a coastal town shows signs of a food-and-drink revival.
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Our Favorite Letter

Each month, Down East editors select our favorite response to “Where in Maine?” Here is our favorite letter from March’s photo of The New Portland Wire Bridge.
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Sam Morse’s Favorite Maine Place

For the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team member, one Maine run stands out.
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Forest Bathing in Maine: What Is It and What Are Its Benefits?

An aimless walk in the woods is surprisingly good for you, as forest bathing guides like Jeff Brogan can attest.
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Carry On

Leather bags with heart.
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Even Flow

For decades, the now-trending ancient practice of qigong has had a home in Bangor.
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A Few of Our Favorite Things

From our contributors: this month’s plum finds in Maine shops, style, and craft.
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