Maine’s outdoor adventurers say their most-loved outdoor gifts have stood the test of time.
Outdoors
Hiking in Maine: Some small, but rewarding, little mountain adventures
For that quick breath of fresh air, there are so many year-round options in every corner of Maine – from York to Lubec.
Birding: Observations of citizen scientists a key part of research
You can contribute valuable data to the Maine Wintering Bird Atlas Project or to Project Feeder Watch.
With most-ever permits issued, Maine deer harvest is highest since 1968
An abundant deer population in many areas and plenty of hunters were factors in this year’s numbers.
Banned decades ago, PCBs still posing threat to wildlife
Researchers in New Hampshire are investigating the potential link between PCBs and population declines of loons.
Want to give ice fishing a try this winter? Here are some tips
Ice fishing dealers share advice with newbies to the sport, even as they hurry to keep up with the spike in ice-trap sales during the pandemic.
Hunting: Slip into your snowshoes and track down snowshoe hare
As deer season comes to an end, you might consider chasing smaller game well into winter.
Ask Maine Audubon: eBird database is a resource to track bird migration
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Nordic centers in Maine anticipate another busy winter
Last winter many cross country ski areas set records for season-ticket sales, and many sites were bustling on traditionally quiet weekdays.
Hiking in Maine: Transition at Hart Farm a worthy attraction in Holden
Holden Land Trust has created a year-round trail network, giving those in the Bangor area a chance to enjoy the views and the farmland.