The 134-acre property, managed by Blue Hill Heritage Trust, provides a chance to learn – and perhaps relearn – some fun facts about the natural world.

From Nordic skis and backpacks to paddleboards and kayaks, the Katahdin Gear Library has plenty to offer residents of Millinocket and nearby communities.

Wildlife questions from real Mainers answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox

While the quieter, cleaner 4-strokes have grown in popularity, many Mainers still are faithful to their lighter 2-stroke snowmobiles.

Relatively new to the market, foam snowshoes are much lighter than aluminum models – but they are not recommended for all types of terrain.

A pair of Oxford Hills students hosted a derby last weekend as a senior project. One of them hopes to grow it into one of Maine’s largest derbies.

The author was able to see or hear 372 species of birds, including 49 hummingbird species and 56 species of tanagers.

Christi Holmes has grown her women’s hunting group into one of the largest in the country and one of the few offering trips, seminars and hunts.

Now’s the time to dream and scheme your plan to visit on of the 63 national parks in the United States.