So many species have been saved, from bald eagles to butterflies, and attention is still given to those deemed endangered or threatened.

The existing system is not meeting its original objectives – with hunters themselves having a share of the blame – and needs a fresh look.

Several states offer multiple days for youth to hunt deer without competition from adults, but Maine offers just one day.

Consider it a good chance to see the beauty of the season in Western Maine and to put off some of those fall chores around the house.

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

Even the best-planned bowhunting outing can get derailed by an errant shot, an unseen tree or even a doe sneaking up behind you.

Maine is not a hotbed for turkey dogging, but at least one dog owner enjoys bringing her faithful hound afield during the fall turkey season.