You Can’t Get Theyah from Heeyah

Okay technically you can - but it’s not easy. “You can’t get there from here” is a classic example of the local Downeast dialect that Mainers are known for. The statement is a humorous way of telling someone that the directions to a given destination are extremely complicated. That sentiment reminds me of adventure racing though. Tomorrow morning, teams will be poring over maps with faint trails, potentially unmarked features and many route choices. Faced with some tough navigation decisions, that phrase may start to pop into the heads of the teams as they contemplate their routes. Hang on tight!

AR Insider is hitting the road Northward for the 2025 Maine Summer Adventure Race. I’ll be posting all the media I can gather from the race, right here during the event. You can also check back once the race is finished for a full digital archive of the stories, photos and videos.