SUNDAY Woodland race, 9 a.m. Oct. 2, Jefferson Join Hidden Valley Nature Center for its Race Through the Woods, featuring a half-marathon and a 5-kilometer race. Racers will traverse portions of the nature center’s 1,000 acres, and run over granite ridges and along ponds. A kids’ obstacle course run will be held at 10:30 a.m. […]
Outdoors
This year, fewer hunters, fewer moose
As Maine’s wildlife officials reduce the number of permits by 22%, the scarcity of the prey has added to the challenge, especially in District 4.
Maine archers head out to hunt deer
The bow and arrow hunting season runs until Oct. 28.
Hunting: The odors that never grow old
So many outdoor smells can bring back memories to cherish.
Outdoors Calendar
MONDAY Hawk Workshop, 9 a.m. in Cape Neddick York County Audubon is collaborating with the Mt. Agamenticus Conservation Region to present a workshop in the Learning Lodge at the Mt. Agamenticus summit, a great vantage point to see raptor migration. The workshop will run for two hours, then the group will look for hawks from […]
Jake Christie: Mount Megunticook and Maiden Cliff haven’t lost their appeal
These longtime favorite trails still offer spectacular views and make for a great day-long hike.
Horns Pond wilderness camp is a big step up
The high-elevation site on Bigelow Mountain is a popular overnight spot for Appalachian Trail hikers.
Birding: To find migrating birds, keep an eye on the weather
Depending on how high-pressure systems move, spectacular migrations may be seen.
Canoeing in Maine: There are few places that match the beauty of Kezar Lake
For a perfect day on the water, now is the time for a visit.