Every spring, Vermont’s landscape comes alive with the sights, smells, and sweet traditions of maple sugaring season. From family-run sugarhouses to high-tech sap collection, this cherished New England ritual blends history, innovation, and a whole lot of steam. Step inside the sugarhouse and discover how 40 gallons of sap become liquid gold—and why now is the perfect time to witness it.

During a fall drive through Maine in 2024, I stopped in Portland to visit the iconic Portland Head Light. While admiring the rocky coastline and the rhythmic, marble-like sound of waves rolling over stones, I enjoyed a slice of maple pecan pie from the Pie-oh-my! food truck—sweet, warm, and perfectly paired with the sea air. It was a brief but memorable moment where taste, sound, and scenery came together.

Photography has always been a thread running through my life—sometimes a casual pastime, other times a focused pursuit. From childhood film cameras to professional assignments in college, my camera became a tool for exploration, connection, and storytelling. Today, it continues to guide my adventures, helping me see and share the world, one frame at a time.