Seeking the Source

A Four-Season Exploration of New Hampshire’s Great North Woods

Magnificent Mount Kineo: Climb a Moosehead Lake Icon
The views from the top of this little mountain in the middle of Maine’s largest lake are spectacular—and getting to the base is an adventure in itself.
Coastal Wandering: Nasketucket Bay State Reservation, Mattapoisett, MA
Easy hiking trails lead through a variety of coastal habitats on the southeastern Massachusetts, making this a great day trip for families who want to enjoy the outdoors.
Family Affair: Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT
Miles of groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails await the winter adventurer at this Austrian-inspired resort in Stowe, Vermont.
Towers of Power: ATV Ride to Bingham Wind Farm, Bingham, Maine
The Bingham Wind Farm is the largest wind-power project in Maine, and makes for a fun—if somewhat surreal—ATV destination.
Urban Oasis: The Sawmill at Acushnet River Reserve, New Bedford, MA
Providing a space where inner-city residents can experience nature and explore the outdoors.
Northern Maine ATV: Hastings Falls, Mount Chase
A ride to this secluded waterfall makes the perfect half-day ATV trip.
The Connecticut River Paddler’s Trail
Paddle and camp your way along the Connecticut River from its source to the sea via this spectacular trail!
Hiking the Mattapoisett River Reserve
Well-groomed trails wind through this series of former cranberry bogs and woodlands, providing exercise and close-up views of wildlife.
Exploring the Niantic River, CT
From osprey to heron, plus the occasional bald eagle and side order of history, there’s plenty to see on a paddle along this tidal estuary on the Connecticut coast.
Follow the Herring: Agawam River, MA, Spring Paddle
Channel your inner herring on a wildlife-filled spring paddle up this tidal river in Wareham, MA.
ATV Destination: April’s Maple, Canaan, VT
A visit to this maple-syrup company and restaurant makes a sweet destination for an ATV ride through the Northeast Kingdom.
Paddling to Sandy Point, CT
Looking for an easy day paddle to a remote sandy beach? Head for this island on the border of Rhode Island and Connecticut.

Paddling the Slocums River, S. Dartmouth, Massachusetts
This scenic estuary in southeastern Massachusetts makes a great day paddle in a canoe or kayak.
Hunting Grounds: Cape Cod Flats Fishing
Fly fishing for stripers on the sprawling sand flats of Cape Cod, on foot, isn’t easy—but that’s why we do it.
Seeking the Source: Fall Trailer
Explore New England’s host Tom Richardson and filmmaker AJ Derosa have been gathering footage for ENE’s first feature film. See what they’ve been up to!
Winni Awakening
Join ENE host Tom Richardson as he experiences the annual rebirth of New Hampshire’s largest lake through a salmon-trolling trip and a mid-May kayak excursion to Stonedam Island.
Great North Woods Winter
The Great North Woods of New Hampshire (also called the North Country Region) doesn’t shut down in winter. In fact, it may see more visitors than the summer...

Siimms West Fork Jacket
Stay warm on the water with this lightweight, waterproof jacket.
Gill Dry Bags
These waterproof bags are just the ticket for keeping clothes and gear safe and dry.
Hobie Mirage Passport 12 Kayak
A versatile, hands-free fishing kayak for fresh or salt water.
Gill Waterproof Outdoor Socks
These waterproof socks will keep you warm and dry no matter what outdoor activity you prefer.
Old Town Topwater 120 PDL Fishing Kayak
A pedal-driven fishing machine designed for freshwater and salt.
Costa WaterWoman Polarizing Sunglasses
A new performance frame style designed specifically for women who love the water.
Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman
A versatile canoe/kayak hybrid that meets the demands of fishermen, hunters, and other solo paddlers.
Off Grid Tools Survival Axe
By Dan Mathers When I received the new survival axe from Off Grid Tools, I couldn’t wait to take it backpacking and see how it held up to life...
Columbia Terminal Deflector Zero Hoodie
Columbia’s new Terminal Deflector Zero Hoodie is made with the company’s Omni-ShadeSun Deflector material, and also features Omni-Freeze ZERO sweat-activated cooling….
Weego Introduces Improved Power Packs
The Weego 44 and Weego 66 portable jumpstarters feature 10% more true cranking amps than previous versions…
Raymarine Dragonfly Ice-Fishing Kit
Raymarine’s new Ice Fishing Kit includes everything needed to transform any Dragonfly Pro, DVS or first-generation Dragonfly (fishfinder not included) into a feature-packed…