In the past two years the state has hiked the number of any-deer permits by 125 percent, resulting in a larger harvest and a mad dash for wild game butchers.
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What’s up in November: For the nocturnal, there’s a near total lunar eclipse
The annual Leonid Meteor shower will peak on Nov. 17, but the moon will be nearly full to wash out many of the meteors.
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Birding: Endangered Species Act, since 1973, continues to make an impact
So many species have been saved, from bald eagles to butterflies, and attention is still given to those deemed endangered or threatened.
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Hunting: Time for a change to Maine’s any-deer permit system?
The existing system is not meeting its original objectives – with hunters themselves having a share of the blame – and needs a fresh look.
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For many young deer hunters, one youth-only day in Maine is not enough
Several states offer multiple days for youth to hunt deer without competition from adults, but Maine offers just one day.
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Canoeing in Maine: A trip to Bryant Pond puts you in the middle of foliage season
Consider it a good chance to see the beauty of the season in Western Maine and to put off some of those fall chores around the house.
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Ask Maine Audubon: Leave those leaves, but go ahead and eradicate those invasives
Wildlife questions from real Mainers answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox
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Hunting: So many factors can turn a hunt into nothing more than a fruitless tale
Even the best-planned bowhunting outing can get derailed by an errant shot, an unseen tree or even a doe sneaking up behind you.
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Why yes, a bird dog does belong on a turkey hunt
Maine is not a hotbed for turkey dogging, but at least one dog owner enjoys bringing her faithful hound afield during the fall turkey season.