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Petition to end bear baiting in Maine is rejected
An effort to phase out the use of bait when hunting bears was voted down by the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Advisory Council.
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Hunting: Maine’s fall turkey hunt has a certain charm
There tend to be more birds, and in larger groups, in the fall. And opposed to the spring hunt, turkeys are active throughout the morning and afternoon.
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Canoeing in Maine: Breathtaking views on trip to Mooselookmeguntic
The lake, one of Maine’s largest, offers paddling, hiking and camping opportunities – and dazzling scenery.
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Birding: From birds to insects, migration is in full swing
While it’s possible to see birds flying south during the daytime, most are nocturnal migrants.
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Search: Maine 2020 deer hunt lottery winners
The annual lottery awarded an all-time high number of permits this year.
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Land trust protects 2,600 acres along Appalachian Trail
The Trust for Public Land announces the acquisition of forestland and shoreline around Bald Mountain Pond.
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Maine deer lottery signals start to fall hunts
Maine’s annual deer permit drawing is scheduled for later this week, signaling the start of some of the state’s fall hunting seasons.
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These Maine women prefer to go it alone on the trails
More women appear to be taking solo backpacking or camping trips, which require more work and preparation.
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Ask a Naturalist: Place those window decals properly to prevent bird strikes
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.