When it comes to the mating rituals of species native to the state, a little cheating is a good way ‘to spread the genes.’
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Maine opens moose lottery for 2020 hunting permits
Maine is accepting applications for one of its most popular fall hunting traditions, the annual moose hunt.
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Here’s how to avoid a deadly plunge through the ice — or how to execute a rescue
We asked experts for their life-saving tips. The biggest takeaway? Act fast. In frigid Maine winter waters, you only have minutes.
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Wait out the cold with some good books about Maine’s great outdoors
First, get outside. But when you come in, don a comfy sweater, snuggle up to the fire, invite the cat to settle in your lap – and read
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Telescope programs give the public a better look at the night sky
Maine libraries are loaning the instruments out to 9,000 people a year, and starting this summer, 12 state parks will have them on hand.
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Saddleback buyer gets final piece of financing package
The Finance Authority of Maine board unanimously approved $2.5 million in loan insurance on a $12.5 million loan, along with a $1 million direct loan.
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Large off-road vehicles could force ATV trails to close
A task force is recommending limiting the size of ATVs allowed on the state’s trails, but that might not be enough to keep some corridors from closing.
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What’s up in February
Mars, Jupiter and Sagittarius are all visible in the morning sky.
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Sounds of extinct species call to listeners
Musician and sound artist Steve Norton brings his sound installation to Maine Audubon. Tragically, it’s the only way you will ever hear these vanished birds and amphibians.
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Hiking: Winter fun and games in the glorious Gaspe
After a solid week of Nordic skiing and snowshoeing in Canada’s mountainous national park, our columnist ‘barely scratched the surface of possibilities.’