Troy Fields is a lifelong Maine woodsman and waterman, and the owner of Traditions Guide Service. Raised in the era of wool hunting clothes and L.L.Bean boots, Troy grew up learning the woods and waters of Maine alongside his father — lessons that shaped both his skills and his “old school” code of doing things right the first time.
From the Rangeley Lakes and Baxter State Park regions — where he fly fishes remote ponds for native brook trout — to battling stripers in the currents of the Saco River and bluefish on Saco Bay, Troy has spent decades building a life outdoors. He’s completed his own New England turkey slam, tagged a 907-pound bull moose in 2013, chased whitetails through southern Maine swamps, and followed the musical cry of his beagles trailing snowshoe hare through fresh snow.
Duck hunting became a calling in his mid-20s. What started with small boats, jump shooting brooks, and homemade sea duck long lines made from bleach bottles has evolved into a refined, traditional operation. Since 2004, Troy has held both a Master Maine Guide License and a USCG 100-Ton Master Captain’s License. Today, his spreads feature handcrafted New England decoys, classic L.L.Bean cork rigs, and his retriever Quill aboard the Duckwater — ready to greet clients and go to work.
Proudly blue collar, Troy understands the value of hard-earned money and hard-earned opportunity. His approach is simple: respect the tradition, respect the resource, and give every client an authentic Maine experience they’ll remember for the rest of their lives.

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Annie Cannon has always been passionate about health, healing, and understanding how the body truly works. With a background in neuroscience and advanced training in acupuncture, she brings together science and traditional medicine in a way that’s both grounded and practical.
She earned her B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of New England before completing her Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at the New England School of Acupuncture. While there, she developed a strong focus on orthopedic and pain conditions, completing five specialized clinical rotations in that area.
Since then, Annie has continued to refine her skills with advanced training in orthopedic acupuncture, motor point and trigger point therapy, and injury protocols used with professional athletes, including NFL players. She’s also a licensed herbalist trained in Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Beyond the treatment room, Annie is a RYT200-certified yoga instructor teaching vinyasa and myofascial release classes throughout Southern Maine. She believes movement, mindfulness, and medicine all play a role in helping people feel and function at their best.
When she’s not working with patients or teaching, you’ll find her outside — gardening, swimming, paddle boarding, disc golfing, or skiing. She lives in Berwick, Maine with her husband, Rich, and their three cats and two dogs.

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Ethan Gilman is an Air Force veteran, passionate bladesmith, and metalworker behind Forged by Ethan—a brand dedicated to handcrafted, high-quality steel products that blend artistry with real-world functionality. Guided by discipline, precision, and a deep respect for craftsmanship developed during his military service, Ethan specializes in custom metalwork that combines traditional forging techniques with modern design. His work reflects a personal journey rooted in hard work, creativity, and continual growth. Beyond forging steel, Ethan is committed to forging connections—sharing his knowledge, learning from others in the craft, and inspiring people to pursue their passions. When he’s not in the workshop, he’s studying the craft, always chasing the next skill and refinement. The 207 Collective Podcast is available on all major listening platforms and is recorded in Alfred Maine.

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Scott Mace brings a lifetime of hands-on experience and service to everything he does. He spent 14 years installing and maintaining traffic signals, followed by 10 years working as a residential and commercial electrician. He is currently employed as a Custodian with SAU 16 in Exeter, where he continues his commitment to keeping schools safe and well maintained.
Community service has always been a major part of Scott’s life. He has been a volunteer with the Lions Organization in Kittery, Maine for over 15 years, supporting local initiatives and giving back to the community.
For more than 20 years, Scott has also volunteered as a Service Dog Puppy Raiser with Canine Companions for Independence, helping raise and prepare service dogs that go on to change lives. He is currently raising Javier IV, whose journey can be followed on Facebook at Raising Javier IV.
If you’re interested in raising a puppy and making a meaningful impact in someone’s life, Scott can be reached on Facebook at Scott Mace Dog Trainer.https://theandyfilm.com/

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As the driving force behind Payeur And Sons Stump Grinding, Matthew Payeur embodies dedication and hard work, while also prioritizing precious moments with his loving family - a devoted husband and father to two inspired young men, ages 13 and 19. Beyond his work grinding stumps, Matthew finds joy in hitting the open road on his Harley-Davidson, immersing himself in nature, exploring new horizons, and fostering meaningful connections with those closest to him.

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Jason Rice. is an experienced family law attorney with more than 15 years of legal practice across Florida, Maine, and New Hampshire. A native of Florida, Jason earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of South Florida in Tampa before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Florida.
Jason began his legal career as a Staff Attorney for the 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Tampa, where he worked closely with judges on a wide range of matters, including family law. During this time, he contributed to numerous high-profile cases that drew national attention and co-authored “Relocations: A Judge’s Perspective” with the Honorable Judge Daniel Sleet.
He went on to serve as a Career Staff Attorney at Florida’s Second District Court of Appeal—then the busiest appellate court in the state—before transitioning into private practice with one of the nation’s largest insurance companies. In that role, Jason litigated hundreds of cases throughout Florida, handling both settlements and trials.
In 2019, Jason and his wife, Jessica, relocated their family to Maine. He initially practiced at a boutique law firm in Portland before being recruited in 2020 to a national family law firm, one of the largest in the United States.
Although Jason has practiced in multiple areas of law, his true passion lies in family law. That passion also led him to teach family law courses for over ten years at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, where he helped educate and mentor future legal professionals.
Outside of the courtroom, Jason enjoys running, hiking, skiing, and embracing all things New England with his wife and their three children.

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Steve Becker began his career 23 years ago at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as a crane mechanic, a trade that taught him precision, discipline, and the value of hard work. Fifteen years ago, what started as a simple hobby—cooking barbecue—quickly became a passion. Thirteen years ago, Steve took that passion a step further by building his own smoker, laying the foundation for what would become much more than just backyard cooking.
Influenced early on by his Grandma Jo, Steve believes food has a unique power to bring people together. That belief still drives everything he does. For Steve, barbecue isn’t just about flavor—it’s about dedication, patience, and putting real heart into the craft.
Most recently, Steve teamed up with fabricator Scott Brouillard to build a rat-rod–themed food truck from an old Penske truck—despite neither of them having ever set foot inside a food truck before. The entire build process is documented on the Flipping Customized YouTube channel, showcasing their creativity, problem-solving, and relentless work ethic.
Steve Becker’s journey blends blue-collar grit, family tradition, and a deep passion for barbecue—proof that when skill and heart come together, something special is built.

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Innes Demers is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in Southern Maine. This spring, she opened her private practice, Black Cat Counseling LLC, where she provides counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults through both telehealth and in-person sessions at her part-time office in Buxton.

Innes integrates multiple therapeutic approaches in her work and specializes in trauma-focused therapy using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This evidence-based modality addresses negative cognitions and somatic responses that can develop after traumatic experiences, helping clients reprocess distressing memories through bilateral stimulation to reduce emotional activation and support healing.

Outside of her practice, Innes enjoys spending time on the ski slopes with her husband from late fall through mid-spring. In the warmer months, she can often be found on a nature trail or by the water. She loves reading, writing poetry, and spending time with her black cat, Spectra. Innes is also the author of a poetry chapbook titled Nature Powered Poems.

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