Outdoors
Bird lover has them eating out of her hand – literally
A North Berwick woman not only feeds birds, but interacts with them.
Hunting: Archery trade show displays new gadgets
Crossbows represent one of the fastest growing segments of the industry.
Birding: Maine’s coast yields impressive bird counts
The second of three columns on Christmas bird counts travels from York County to Machias.
Fat bikes enjoying wider popularity in Maine
More ski centers are offering rentals, events and trails specifically for bikes with wide tires.
Backyard ice rinks beckon central Maine children to play in the cold
Clinton and Vassalboro families find children are always on their rinks.
After 9 snowmobilers land in the water, Mainers are warned about dangerously thin ice
Rain and warm temperatures late last week created ice conditions that are unpredictable and ‘very hazardous,’ the Maine Warden Service says.
When owls attack, people notice
A barred owl at Pineland Farms, after swooping down on a skier to defend its territory, brought international attention to New Gloucester.
Hunting: Do your research to find the right guided hunt
Ask lots of questions, get references and have realistic expectations before booking a hunt.
Skowhegan to host 2018 Maine Moose Permit Lottery
The June event will also include the new Skowhegan Moose Festival at the state fairgrounds.