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Pleasant Mountain trails closed to hikers

by Deirdre Fleming April 2, 2020April 2, 2020

Loon Echo Land Trust closes the four trails at Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton and Denmark – a popular hiking destination – at the request of local fire departments.

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Few fishermen venture to Sebago on Opening Day amid virus outbreak

by Deirdre Fleming April 1, 2020April 1, 2020

On the traditional start of the fishing season, some anglers were confused about whether they can continue to fish in light of the governor’s ‘stay-at-home’ order. They can.

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‘If you can reach it, people have tried to manipulate it.’

by Deirdre Fleming March 29, 2020March 30, 2020

So says a fisheries expert about the many dramatic changes in Maine’s fisheries over two centuries.

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What’s up in April: Take a deep breath and look up in the sky

by Bernie Reim March 29, 2020March 30, 2020

In these trying times, look to the skies for a profound sense of man’s place in the universe.

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Some common sense tips to keep you (and others) safe when hiking

by Carey Kish March 29, 2020March 30, 2020

It’s restorative to get outdoors during this time of self-isolation as long as you adhere to safe practices.

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Skiing in Maine: What to do when the mountain is closed

by Josh Christie March 29, 2020March 30, 2020

Or more accurately, when there is no skiing in Maine. What does an avid skier do when ski resorts have all shut down to prevent the spread of the coronavirus?

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Maine closing 10 state parks and beaches to stem tide of coronavirus

by Deirdre Fleming March 26, 2020March 28, 2020

The closures, effective Friday, include Reid State Park, Popham Beach State Park, Two Lights State Park, Crescent Beach State Park and Scarborough Beach.