Dave Calder worked the log drives starting in 1967 and recalls the dangerous, difficult work.
Outdoors
Here are 8 places to hike in the Kennebec River Valley
Along Maine’s third longest river, there are plenty of wonderful trails worth hiking.
Skowhegan students get epic view of their work in western Maine
The group from Skowhegan Area High School’s outdoor leadership program built tables for the overlook in Dallas Plantation.
High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers for summer trail work
The volunteers will focus on erosion, drainage and long-term trail access in the High Peaks Region.
Interested in bird-watching in Maine? Join the flock
The spring migration offers ample opportunities to take up a new hobby or spot a new species.
The 10 hikes across Maine that will get you from your couch to Katahdin this year
Looking to challenge yourself to hike the iconic Katahdin, but need a place to start? We have the guide to prep you for the ascent.
There are steps you can take to prevent birds from striking windows
Birds either can’t see windows or see reflections in them, and collisions are far too common.
The sun might be shining, but Maine’s waters are still dangerously cold
The state’s lakes, ponds and coastal waters are still in the 40s or low 50s.
As the weather warms, Maine rescue workers emphasize hiker safety
First responders say preparedness is key for hikers hitting western Maine’s busy trails.
Do you hunt turkeys or are you a real turkey hunter?
A quick look can be all it takes to tell if you are serious about hunting.