A Day on the Job in Maine’s Outdoor Industry

Explore stories of the people and professions that make Maine, Maine.

Allie Masten
Mt Abram Director of Marketing

Nathaniel Bulgajewski
Sabre Yachts Woodshop Supervisor

Chelsea Appiah
L.L. Bean Assistant Merchant

    Where Do You Fit in the Outdoor Workforce?

    Maine’s outdoor industry creates jobs everywhere – from guiding and gear-making to design, tech, and policy. Indoors or out, these sectors work together to connect people to meaningful outdoor experiences.

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    Outdoor Education, Tourism, & Hospitality

    If you’re interested in the outdoors, engaging with people, problem solving, or creating unforgettable experiences.

    Work for brands like:

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    LL Bean boot car
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    Recreation Infrastructure & Urban Planning

    If you’re interested in logistics, being detail-oriented, planning, communication skills, or community involvement.

    Work for brands like:
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    Gear, Equipment & Innovation

    If you’re interested in numbers, technical work, understanding how things function, design, or critical thinking.

    Work for brands like:
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    Media, Marketing, & Storytelling

    If you’re interested in writing, being persuasive, art and design, creativity, strategy, or human behavior.

    Work for brands like:
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    Hiking Tumbledown
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    Conservation & Stewardship

    If you’re interested in field work, environmental protection and preservation, community, the outdoors, or wildlife.

    Work for brands like:

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    Explaining Career Pathways

    Resources to help students find their path within Maine’s outdoor industry. Perfect for classroom discussions, career workshops, or advising sessions.
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