BANGOR DAILY NEWS • November 30, 2025
Our mission: to explore a few coastal preserves and enjoy the quiet that descends over the state’s outdoor destinations in November. Three preserves made it onto our agenda: Bog Brook Cove Preserve in Cutler and Trescott, Long Point Preserve in Machiasport, and Boot Head Preserve in Lubec — all owned and managed by Maine Coast Heritage Trust. At an overlook, we watched the sun sink toward the horizon, throwing color into the clouds like magic. I’ve always said that November is one of Maine’s “ugliest” months, but moments like that make me second-guess myself. I’m thankful that in this crazy world, we have places where nature still has space to delight us. ~ Aislinn Sarnacki