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EEL of Fortune

Salmon farming may be just the tip of Maine’s move into aquaculture. The latest trend: growing elvers into big fat eels.

The Art of Lynn Karlin

A self-described “vegetable paparazzi,” Lynn Karlin creates still lifes as well as profile portraits.

Fish, Nature & Tradition

Three sporting camps: Grant’s, Lakewood, and Bosebuck Mountain, have been luring “sports” to western Maine for over a century.

Artist Alison Rector

Painter Alison Rector is known for interior views—light-filled spaces, both public and private.

Richmond Island’s Pot of Gold

The story behind a pot of gold and silver coins found years ago on Richmond Island is a fascinating tale of early Maine.

Kale With a Special Pedigree

A hardy kale with a special connection to Camden, Maine.

A Tribute to a Maine Farm Dog

A good farm dog becomes part of the family. Bonnie, a border collie that belonged to writer Ronald Joseph’s grandparents was did that, and more.

The Ruggles House of Columbia Falls

Restoration of a circa-1818 Federal-style mansion built for Thomas Ruggles.

Hooked on Rugs

Rosemary Levin is a rug hooker and an environmentalist.

Waterfront Whimsy

A vintage waterfront home inspired by Dutch architecture and maritime whimsy.

Good Reads — Issue 155

More favorites from the bookshelf.

New Murals Bring Life to Old Walls

New murals add color to Maine’s public art movement.

The Promise of a House and the Future

A moment in time before a house raising and the future it promised.

Impressions of Newfoundland

Flower pressings and a poem, inspired by Newfoundland’s environs.