Maine I Love—Nicolle Littrell

Belfast Harbor: “Belfast is my home and the harbor is the place of my livelihood. I offer rowing lessons and guided tours there in my traditional-style wooden Swampscott dory. I love the harbor for its immense beauty and the sense of possibility it inspires. The colder months are especially atmospheric. The sea smoke rising off the water is mesmerizing. Rowing through the wisps and whorls feels like being in a dream. The harbor inspires playfulness and joy. On Halloween, I host a row where a group of witchy revelers row, paddle, and paddleboard around the harbor. But I experience the harbor’s real magic when I watch a full moon rise over the water, casting its spell on me.” Littrell is an open-water rower, licensed Maine Guide, and owner of DoryWoman Rowing.