Matthew Bibeau speaks to three members of the Wells Conservation Commission regarding the use of land in Wells, and efforts they are making to protect the land, along with memories and traditions.

Among the wilderness of the Mahoosuc Range and Baxter State Park, the Mahoosuch Mountain Rescue trains and prepares for any incident that could occur. Juile Hwang highlights the work of Bob Baribeau and other rescuers who are willing to risk their lives for the lives of others.

Unlike the average homeless shelter, Friendship House houses homeless alcoholics who are attemping to stay sober. Erin Hurney documents the lives and experiences of individuals who stay at Friendship House.

Margot Downs highlights the stories and activities of serveral community bands, speaking with band members and the community.

Schools that offer ESL programs are able to support members of varying communities in significant ways. Kate Lapides captures how the Reiche School ESL Program assists with the academic, language, and social emotional growth and development for students at the school.

Michael Teuteberg captures the work of carpenters at Carpenter's Boatshop in Pemquid.

In Turner, Maine, farmers are known for their competitiveness. John G. Dale highlights the lives of farmers and farm life in Turner.

Timothy Peternel explores the lives and careers of bush pilots, further discussing the development of aviation.

With the rise of UFC fighting in American, many martial arts studios introduced training for a form called grappling. Karen Sosnoski explores how Seung Choi runs his martial arts studio in Portland and discusses his beliefs and training.

Just under 20 miles from the Canadian border, the town of Jackman, Maine is covered in snowmobile trails. Philip Mazzone discusses how important the snowmobile industry is for Jackman, assisting with the economy and logging industry.

Pamela Wood offers an introduction to readers for this double issue, that touches on the continuity of work, continuing harvest of land, and making of things.

A practitioner of yoga and dance, Elaine McGillicuddy expresses her spirituality through different forms. Renee LaLone highlights the life of McGillicuddy by learning about her lifestyle and practices.