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Rippleffect brings adventure—and access—to Maine kids
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Catch of the Future
Luke’s Lobster connects local teens to life on the water
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Little Hands, Big Adventures
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Sit. Stay. Smile.
Pet photographer Gina Soule turns fleeting moments into lasting memories Article by Becca Abramson | Photography by Gina Soule When Gina Soule tells you she spends her days photographing dogs, it’s not just the cute ones or the well-trained ones. It’s all of them: wobbly puppies, high-energy rescues, semi-feral street dogs, and wise old companions nearing the end of their lives. “There’s no such thing as too wild or too untrained,” she says. “You just embrace dogs for who they are.” By day...
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Where the Wild Things Learn
Rippleffect brings adventure—and access—to Maine kids Article by Becca Abramson | Photography by courtesy of Rippleffect If you’ve ever stood on Portland’s Eastern Prom and looked out at the islands dotting Casco Bay, you may have unknowingly gazed upon a haven of ziplines, sea kayaks, and summer camp magic. Cow Island, home to local nonprofit Rippleffect, is more than just a scenic speck in the water—it’s a 26-acre classroom where Maine kids come to learn leadership, build resilience, and...
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Catch of the Future
Luke’s Lobster connects local teens to life on the water Article by Becca Abramson | Photography by courtesy of Luke's Lobster In Maine, it’s not unusual to grow up within walking distance of the working waterfront. What’s less common is having a direct connection to it, especially for people without family ties to fishing or the marine economy. Luke’s Lobster’s Lift All Boats project, launched in 2022, helps high school students break into this traditionally insular world of lobstering. The...
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Little Hands, Big Adventures
Through gentle, nature-centered designs, Mae Monsees of the Nestling Company celebrates the beauty of mindful play Article by Becca Abramson | Photography by Mae Monsees What is the story behind the Nestling Company? The Nestling Company began at my kitchen table in Waldoboro, Maine, during my early days as a stay-at-home mom in a new state. Sewing quickly became a creative outlet, and I started making baskets to organize toys and bring beauty into our daily routine. As our family grew...
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