Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Outdoors
Maine moose hunters had less success than usual in 2021
Maine moose hunters had less success than usual during last year’s hunt despite an increase in hunting permits
Conservation groups seek new rules to protect Maine lakes from invasive species
Maine’s thousands of pristine lakes and ponds have largely avoided widespread infestations, but the state’s luck could run out without more protections, advocates say.
Hiking in Maine: Enjoy a ski-and-stay adventure in western Maine
To get away from it all – but not too far – with an off-the-grid camping and skiing trip, check in with the folks at Carter’s XC Ski Center in Bethel.
The secret’s out: Seven waters near Rangeley now open to ice fishing
In a part of the state with few ice fishing opportunities, seven stocked ponds are now open in the winter.
Birding: So many species make appearances for Christmas Bird Count
The 122nd Christmas Bird Count, sponsored by the National Audubon Society, looked for bird activity in certain areas, and results are in.
Hunting: If you talk the talk, remember it might be borrowed from another sport
In many ways hunters have a language of their own, with influences coming from a variety of other sports.
It’s never too early for children to learn how to cross-country ski
Several Nordic classes around the state are geared toward kids in kindergarten and first grade.
Ask Maine Audubon: Ringing in the new year with a treat – Steller’s sea eagle
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Hunting: Start planning now if your goal is a turkey grand slam
Collecting the four subspecies of turkeys can be a challenge, so start studying now, make plans and get your gear in order.