Waterfowl season lapses into the new year along the Maine coast, and snowshoe hare season runs through March 31.
Outdoors
Acadia visitors join lawsuit against e-bikes in national parks
A New Jersey couple who regularly visit the park join several environmental groups challenging the decision to allow e-bikes.
Most big-game harvests in Maine down from last year, as expected
A new electronic tagging system provided preliminary numbers Tuesday, months earlier than in years past.
Prospective Saddleback buyer nears deadline to raise $2 million to close the deal
Arctaris Impact Investors has given itself until Dec. 16 to raise the money through a nonprofit.
Phew. Mt. Cutler in Hiram has (finally) been conserved
So you can hike the five miles of trails on 170 scenic acres without worrying about the possibility of development.
Birding: Crossbills may not be visiting Maine this winter
That’s because a good conifer cone crop up north should give them plenty to eat.
Hunting: Feelings are mixed as deer season draws to close
Pride, remorse, emptiness and regret are among the emotions as the season ends.
What’s up in December? Venus keeps climbing higher in nighttime sky
The Geminid meteor shower could produce quite a show at its peak on the morning of Dec. 13.
Winter weather warriors offer tips for enjoying Maine’s frozen woods and waters
Make dark, frigid winter your friend by following the advice of our cadre of cold-weather experts.
Hunting: Plenty of deer remain during muzzleloader season
Deeper snow and bitter cold during early December can present a greater challenge for deer – and for hunters.