Maine has allotted 3,480 permits for the fall hunt, including 550 permits designated for a new adaptive hunt in the northwestern part of the state.
Outdoors
Saturday’s moose lottery will be virtual for a second year
The names of permit holders will be drawn Saturday afternoon and posted in a searchable database at pressherald.com.
Hiking in Maine: Close to Quebec, Boundary Bald Mountain provides a plethora of peaks
The panoramic view from the top of Boundary Bald Mountain lets a hiker take in summits from Canada to Rangeley to the Moosehead region.
Birding: Nests are ready, so let the new bird families emerge
A bird’s nest serves as so much more than just a holder of eggs, from warmth to protection from predators.
A full-moon paddle can be delightful, even without the moon
Safety precautions are essential when paddling in tidal waters in the evening, and it’s best done with others.
Looking to buy a camper? New or used, good luck with that
There’s record demand for campers and other RVs at Maine dealerships during the pandemic, and private sellers are cashing in quickly on used sales via social media sites.
Ask Maine Audubon: Abnormalities make bird identification even more of a challenge
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Converted bus lets Maine mountain bike teacher take his school on the road
Brian Danz, a mountain bike skills instructor at Portland Gear Hub, bought and transformed a school bus camper to travel to his workshops.
Hunting: What did you do wrong? Figuring that is part of the attraction for turkey hunters
Turkeys get under your skin, mess with your mind and cause sleepless nights. Targeting those birds is what will ultimately make you a true turkey hunter.
What’s Up in June: Time to peek through the clouds as summer sets in
With a 74% partial solar eclipse and five planets visible and about evenly split between the morning and evening skies, June has plenty to offer.