Thousands rode 180 miles on bicycles in the three-day fundraiser for the American Lung Association. But only Hugh Sharp did it on one wheel.
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Pairs of nesting piping plovers in Maine hit record numbers
Still, with just 164 adult birds along the entire Maine coast, efforts to protect the endangered shorebird must continue, scientists say.
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Josh Christie: Sunrise may get all the attention in Maine but …
Our sunsets also can’t be beat. Here are a few places where you can catch some great ones.
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Canoeing: There’s much to like on a paddle through the mouth of the Pemaquid River
Many birds, lots of fish, fascinating history, lavender wildflowers and the soothing caress of the sun are just some of the perks.
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One possible way to alleviate gridlock at Cadillac Mountain? Leave the car, take the bike
Avid (and fit) local riders cycle up the mountain regularly. But much as they’d like to see tourists do the same, they’re doubtful that’ll happen.
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Hiking: A long-anticipated hike on Frenchboro was worth the wait
The Maine Coast Heritage Trust has preserved many acres on the island, saving it from second-home development.
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Birding: If you’re a bird, it pays to be a good mimic
Northern mockingbirds and other skilled impersonators (er, imbirdators?) get the gals and the food.
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Search the database: 2019 moose hunt lottery winners
SOURCE: Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife INTERACTIVE: Julia McCue Last name First name Town State District Season Type Last name First name Town State District Season Type
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Maine Winter Sports Center visionary plans to move on
Andy Shepard, whose vision led to the creation of two world-class Nordic facilities in Aroostook County, will step away from the Outdoor Sport Institute on July 1.
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Q&A with Landis Hudson, executive director of the nonprofit Maine Rivers
She hopes a new Maine Alewife Trail Map will encourage Mainers to support free-flowing waterways.