From blueberry picking in New York and New Hampshire to pure solitude in New Hampshire and Maine, moose sitings in Vermont, and peaks in New York, these the hikes feature the best of the Northeast.
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SANDY RIVER PLANTATION A Topsham woman was injured Wednesday afternoon while descending from Piazza Rock on the Appalachian Trail.
Cynthia Ackerman, 53, tripped on a root, injured her ankle and couldn’t walk, Maine Warden Kyle Hladik said Thursday.
Hladik, Rangeley Fire Rescue and NorthStar EMS ambulance personnel hiked up the trail to her and carried her in a litter basket about four-tenths of a mile to Beech Hill Road. Ackerman was taken by ambulance to Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington, Hladik said.
Ackerman and three other hikers had been on a day hike, he said.
The incident was reported about 12:55 p.m.
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High Peaks Saddleback & L.L. Bean Hiking Series
Nestled in the northwestern mountains of Maine, Saddleback Mountain is introducing two exciting hiking series this summer. “Western Maine Hikes with Saddleback Mountain Guides” is a weekly hiking series for enthusiasts of all abilities to explore the natural splendors of the region. This is a family-friendly series and is no charge to register thanks to L.L. Bean.
“Summit the High Peaks of Maine” is a more advanced hiking series offered by Saddleback Mountain Guides for only $15 per person. These challenging hikes meander along bubbling brooks and climb to the boreal forests to reach spectacular views of outstretched clear lakes and 360-degree views of mountainous skyline. Saddleback Mountain Guides will lead the trek into our wild corner of Maine, sharing a locals’ take on the vast wildlife and topography. These hikes are scheduled for every Sunday through August. For more information on any of these hikes you may email: [e