Welcome to the 16th edition of “A Month @ MOB,” a roundup of news and events in Maine’s outdoor industry each month:
Maine Outdoor Film Festival Returns to Portland with 90+ Films Under the Stars
From July 23–27, MOFF will showcase outdoor adventure, conservation, and Maine-made stories, celebrating the power of nature on screen.
Maine Moose Lottery Winners Announced at First-Ever High Peaks Outdoor Festival
Thousands of outdoor enthusiasts gathered in Farmington to celebrate outdoor traditions and watch 4,000 lucky hunters earn a coveted moose permit.
The new online platform showcases 130+ Maine-based brands, outfitters, and experiences to power your next outdoor adventure.
Governor Mills Visits Canada to Rebuild Tourism in Maine amid Tariff Tensions
With Canadian visitor numbers declining, Mills’ visit in Nova Scotia included discussions to restore cross-border tourism and…a stop by L.L. Bean!
Equinox Featured as Nation’s First High School Climbing Instructor Program
Equinox Guiding Service launched the nation’s first AMGA-certified “single‑pitch instructor” course for high school students in Camden Hills.
Maine Leaders Push Back as Federal Cuts Threaten Public Lands
Proposed budget slashes to conservation programs and national parks could jeopardize Maine’s outdoor economy and climate goals.
UPDATE: The public lands sell-off is struck from the G.O.P. policy bill.
Good To-Go Debuts Two Trail-Ready Meals Packed with Protein and Summer Flavor
Chef Jennifer Scism expands Good To-Go’s lineup with two new entrées just in time for summer: Peanut Chicken Salad and White Bean Chicken Chili, bringing bold flavors and protein-packed performance to the brand’s growing menu.
Tekαkαpimək Contact Station Opens at Katahdin Woods and Waters
The long-awaited visitor center, honoring Wabanaki stories, art, and the surrounding landscape, opened on June 21st.
Opolis Optics Launching Kickstarter for Sustainable Shades Made from Ocean-Bound Plastic
MOB member Opolis is turning trash into trail-ready treasure with a new crowdfunding campaign for eco-friendly eyewear crafted from upcycled marine waste.
UMF Outdoor Hub Receives $50K to Train Maine’s Next Outdoor Leaders
A $50,000 donation from Skowhegan Savings will expand scholarships for students pursuing outdoor careers through UMF’s CANOE program.
Maine Brands Exhibits at Switchback 2025
Hüga, Flowfold, Brant & Cochran, Durafresh, and SamBob joined a collaborative booth hosted by MOB and the Maine Office of Outdoor Recreation at Switchback Spring 2025 in Nashville to spotlight Maine-made innovation on the national stage.