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Central Maine mountain bike chapter extends trails in Lewiston-Auburn area
Working with the park manager, the club helps upgrade the trails at two state parks.
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Proposed expansion of hunting in 3 Maine wildlife refuges would apply only to newly acquired land
In one, a 90-acre parcel in the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, hunting is already allowed, according to a refuge biologist.
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Battle brewing as side-by-sides divide all-terrain fans
The popular vehicles are larger, seat up to 6 and take a toll on the land, which could lead to diminished trail access if private landowners close their property to them.
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Kennebunk is far more than a rest stop
Don’t make the highway service plaza your only stop in this delightful part of Maine.
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What’s Up In June: Summer arrives with planets visible in night sky
Venus and Jupiter will remain bright for viewing.
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Birding: New technology will provide a better way to track birds
Improved radio transmitters are now being produced that are small enough to be put on any bird.
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Hunting: Early birds have easier time catching turkey
Dawn is the most dynamic period of the day to hunt.
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Maine wildlife biologists recommend record number of any-deer permits in 2018
The 28% increase from last year – to a total of 84,745 permits – is sought in part because of concerns about tick-borne diseases in southern and central Maine.
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Interior Department wants to expand hunting and fishing on 3 wildlife refuges in Maine
The proposed rule covers the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, the Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge and the Lake Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge.