Mushers at the annual Greenville race say sled dog leaders are focused, fast and just special.
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Proposal would benefit older deer hunters in Maine
Hunters 70 and older would be able to shoot an antlerless deer during hunting season if the bill becomes law.
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Birding: Inclement weather crimps Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count totals
Freezing rain and snow for the central Maine counts results in fewer sightings than usual.
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SUNDAY Super Bowl Trek, 11 a.m. in Augusta The Viles Arboretum is again hosting its Table Tour Trek on Super Bowl Sunday. Participants come to snowshoe, ski and hike on groomed trails, and enjoy food from restaurants around Augusta. Come get exercise and share in a large feast before the game. Tickets support the work […]
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Even in Katahdin national monument, snowmobilers are welcome
Many sledders who trek to northern Maine are unaware some of their favored trails run through what is now a national monument. Fortunately, their machines are still allowed.
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Televised ski series will relaunch in Maine
The Pro Ski Challenge, with racers going head-to-head, will start in March at Sunday River.
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Maine Waterside Trails center to provide youth outdoor education programs
The Butler Conservation Fund is donating $5 million to build the center, multi-use trails and campsites on 4,300 acres along the East Branch of the Penobscot.
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Is 81 too old to ski? 89? Not for these guys
Senior skiers at Shawnee Peak don’t let age slow them down.
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Land trusts focusing on universal access
The Scarborough Land Trust is the latest conservation group to add a trail for naturalists of all physical abilities.
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Hunting: Deer herd was prepared for a rough winter
An abundant food supply and low snow depth is enabling deer to survive the elements in good shape.