A project takes on the difficult task of determining when migrating birds leave for the winter.
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Maine takes emergency steps to keep out a disease fatal to deer, moose
Chronic wasting disease has been found in Quebec herds, and Maine wildlife officials say the disease, which is always fatal, could devastate the state’s deer and moose populations if left unchecked.
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Maine state parks drawing record numbers of users in 2018
State officials say more than 255,500 campers stayed in state parks through Sept. 30, breaking the record of 254,789 set for all 12 months of 2016.
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Bass fishing tournament draws quite a crowd
Gardiner hosts junior state championships at Sportsman Club.
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Hunting: Lamenting the idea that got away
Our columnist had an idea for the perfect duck decoy but never followed through.
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Adaptive climbing team with roots in Maine ready for the next adventure
After completing Canada’s Lotus Flower Tower, Maureen Beck and Jim Ewing are planning their next big climb.
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Another duck hunter rescued from mud, this time in New Hampshire
The 79-year-old man was submerged up to his neck in a swamp, and was found after 33 hours.
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Fearing changes to Endangered Species Act, conservationists point to bald eagle’s soaring success
The 50th annual bald eagle cruise on Merrymeeting Bay highlights the robust comeback of the species.
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One foot in front of the other adds up to 14 Maine 4,000-footers
The bucket list item for Katahdin’s peaks – plus 12 – has been checked. And there are photos to prove it.
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What’s Up In October: Planetary breakup provides the highlight
Jupiter and Saturn will sink below the western horizon, and comets will provide shows.