Despite my dad’s best efforts when I was a kid, I have always disliked golf. The many rules, clubs, pace, and time commitment left me feeling frustrated to the point of quitting the sport altogether. Even for a non-golfer, the…
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Table Rock in Grafton Notch State Park is the best short hike in Maine, and possibly in New England. It’s one of the best family hikes as well. Bold claims, yes, but let’s take a look at the hiking checklist…
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In 2019, our friends at Mahoosuc Pathways purchased a 3,500-acre parcel of land to create the Bethel Community Forest with a goal of managing the land for conservation, recreation, and wildlife on behalf of the town. The Community Forest backs…
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If you’re looking for a break from cooking, want a quick meal option, or just want to support the local community, keep scrolling. These local takeout windows will satisfy your cravings from breakfast to dessert. Dicocoa’s Bakery & Cafe Enjoy…
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Over the last five years, the mountain biking has really taken off in the Bethel area. With the addition of several new trail systems, more and more are dusting off their old biking skills to give cross-country biking a try…
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Hiking and dogs often go hand and hand. And when it comes to jaunting around in the wilderness with my pups, there are a few things that I look for in a trail before we go. The first is whether…
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Quick and easy hikes under 2 miles in the Bethel Area of Western Maine.
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The magical oasis of walking upon a body of water in the woods is often only seen in movies or read in books. These seven hiking trails are only a handful of many routes throughout Maine with ponds you can…
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Before moving to Maine, hitting up a swimming hole on a hot day was the farthest thing from my mind. Pools? Sure. Lakes? Okay. I could even get behind a dip in some salt water. But a swimming hole? It…
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Can we get a drum roll please… the results for Best of Bethel 2020 are in! Take a look at the results below, and go check out these top spots in town. Best Breakfast: Sunday River Brewing Company Stop at…
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