The Clifton Cliffs and Camden hills region is located just an hour south of Orono, and we at UMaine count ourselves lucky that it is! From hiking Megunticook and checking out the maiden cliffs in Camden, to rock climbing the eagles bluff, to ice climbing peaked (known fondly as big chick hill and little chick […]
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The snow has melted, the ice is gone, and many people are finding themselves with more free time than planned this spring. Driving through town you’ll likely see a few vehicles with canoes, kayaks, or paddleboards diligently strapped to the roof. All types of paddlers are excited to dip their blades into cold and clear […]
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Quarantravel story of the week: our good friend Mo shared this story about a hike she took near her family’s home with her brother last week. “Today my brother and I went on a hike up Black Mtn., in the Donnell Pond public lands near my house. Half way up we saw some pretty large […]
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Meet our Maine bounder Mackenzie Connor! Mack is a Sophomore studying Ecology and Environmental Science with a concentration in Sustainability, Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Management, and a Minor in Outdoor Leadership! She’s been working for Maine Bound for about a year and a half now. Before her first semester in fall 2018, She went […]
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Places in Maine we love: Katahdin! Can you tell that we can’t get enough of this Maine staple? Katahdin is not only the largest mountain in the state and the grand finale of the Appalachian Trail, but is also a challenge that UMaine students from all backgrounds take on each fall and winter on Maine […]
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Quarantravel story of the week: A few Maine bound staff challenged themselves in this adventure from a few days ago. “Today us Mainebounders/roommates in quarantine together did a “mini triathlon.” We started with a 4 mile run in the Demerit Trails, then hopped on our bikes and did a 4 mile ride. To finish it […]
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Meet our Maine Bounder Hank Gilson! Hank is a Junior studying Mechanical Engineering, and he’s been working for Maine Bound for 2-ish years now. He decided to work for Maine Bound after climbing in the facility and says that he appreciates Maine Bound for its hub of outdoorsiness that it creates at the university. In […]
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Many fantastic organizations and individuals strive to break stereotypes and create safe and comfortable places for the LGBTQ+ community to get outdoors. Today, we celebrate our favorites! The Venture Out Project Vision Statement: The Venture Out Project envisions a world where queer, trans, and LGBTQ+ youth and adults create community, develop leadership skills, and gain […]
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Places in Maine we love: Gulf Hagas! Gulf Hagas, dubbed the “Grand Canyon of the east”, is a rigorous and rewarding hike located about 2 hours northwest of Orono. The trail features many different falls and features, and is also located near the 100 mile wilderness of the Appalachian Trail! If you’re looking for an […]
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Quarantravel story of the week: Orono resident and recent UMaine grad Kari has this to share about her adventure a few weeks ago: I went to Schoodic mountain about an hour away from Orono! It was nice to be out of the house and experiencing nature! The mountain was a bit icy and snowy but […]
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