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Welcome to Take it Outside!

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Take it Outside is an initiative led by Governor John E. Baldacci to encourage Maine's children and families to reconnect with nature. Take it Outside! is your one-stop shopping information source for year-round outdoor recreation opportunities in Maine. Here you will find everything you need to Take it Outside! and have fun in the great Maine outdoors.

 


Family walking on Marginal WayWhy Take it Outside! is important for Maine’s Children and Families

Maine's identity is inseparable from its natural resources and our future depends upon our ability to distinguish what makes Maine so special. If our children have not experienced the natural wonders that exist in this great state, will they value what sets us apart?


Being active is also a vital aspect of healthy lifestyles.  We hope to encourage healthy behavior by encouraging kids to get out there and have fun. In addition, emerging research has linked the disconnect between children and nature with several startling effects.

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