Video from my mom back in Maine of the sea smoke! There’s a wind chill of -40 along the coast 🥶

The bill, which faces additional votes in the House and Senate, would simply allow members of federally-recognized tribes to visit and camp at Maine state parks for free. mainepublic.org/environment-an…

Quiet cove #ogunquit #maine #sunrise ⁦@MattNBCBoston⁩ ⁦@SurfSkiWeather⁩ ⁦Jeff Saperstone⁩ ⁦Susan Tran⁩ ⁦Michael Page⁩ ⁦Cecy del Carmen⁩ ⁦Denise Isaac⁩ ⁦Tania Leal⁩ ⁦Kathryn Sotnik⁩ ⁦@AaronPerryWx⁩ ⁦#StormHour⁩

You only need two things to enjoy a frozen pond in Maine’s Mountains and Lakes Region: ice and skates. However, a little balance or someone to lean on helps if you’re new to the sport. Ice skating lets you experience the area’s winter beauty. bit.ly/3W44iqV

Hungry? You're about to be. Casey Barber is offering free digital access to “Maine Ingredients: Recipes Inspired by Acadia National Park” as a celebration of the ingredients and diverse natural surroundings she explored as an Artist-in-Residence in 2022. nps.gov/articles/000/a…

A Barred Owl snoozes in a sun-drenched somnolent siesta. #Maine #PentaxK1 #MEoutside

We see you Valentine's Day Bandit, and we love you! It's the sweetest day for a walk in #PortlandMaine.❣️ Tag us City of Portland, Maine in your ❤️📸 pics! #ThankYou #ValentinesDayBandit #Maine #Valentine

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Happy Valentine's Day #Maine friends and family!! Hope you all had an amazing day!! Peace, Love and Happiness!! #ValentinesDay2023 #SpreadTheLove

Surf n sunlight #ogunquit #maine #sunrise ⁦#StormHour⁩

🧐Would you work off the grid in the #100MileWilderness?🌲 😯 Our snow groomers maintain over 90 miles of XC ski trails, ⛷️ so day skiers & overnight guests at AMC's #Maine Wilderness Lodges can glide through the wilderness. 👏 We are lucky to have such amazing staff!

Are you looking for a way to have fun with your entire pack? Try dog sledding at one of numerous locations throughout Maine’s Lakes and Mountains. Join the New England Dogsledding team for a three-hour Wildlife Refuge Tour. bit.ly/3NdonGx

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If you have tranquil photos of a canoe trip through the Northern Forest Canoe Trail or other shots showing you and your companions having a good time, please share them with us! Don’t forget to tag us with #MELakesMtns. 📸: Kirsten p: kearstin, she/her on Instagram

If you've earmarked some time for shopping, there are many local artists and artisans with worthy wares. Look for quilts, jewelry, and furniture handcrafted by local artisans, or visit shops that curate unique offerings for visitors and locals alike. bit.ly/3NdonGx

How Mainers do winter, a look back — and a look ahead — at Maine’s Salt Institute for Documentary Studies, and more! Catch editor Brian Kevin on #207tv tonight at 7 p.m. for a preview of our March issue. ➡️ shop.downeast.com/product/down-e… 📷 More Women+ Surf members at Pine Point Beach, photographed by Tara Rice.

Take care of your health and others by staying home if you are sick. Talk with a healthcare provider to find treatment options for whatever has you down. Make your health a priority and take the time you need to recover.

Sea to Trees is a new podcast from Schoodic Institute that tells stories of science happening in and around Acadia. Season one has three episodes released weekly beginning March 9. But you can listen to a trailer today or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. nps.gov/acad/learn/pho…

***ANNOUNCEMENT*** The Red Hot Chilli Pipers concert (originally scheduled for 2/25) has been rescheduled.The new concert date is Wednesday, 3/8 at 7 p.m. More info: bit.ly/3IqCSWK.