And the results are in: The stars of this year’s Christmas Bird Count

Outdoors

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February 16, 2020

And the results are in: The stars of this year’s Christmas Bird Count

Many waterfowl lingered in Portland, and a blue-headed vireo was spotted in Ellsworth.
Published
February 16, 2020

New smelt study will help record once-rich Maine resource

Biologists are recruiting citizen scientist volunteers to locate and count spawning smelt.
Published
February 16, 2020

Skiing in Maine: Sunday River adds an unusual amenity

The ski resort opens a co-working space mere feet from its ski hills.
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February 14, 2020

Don’t look to lobsters, or any Maine wildlife, for a love story

When it comes to the mating rituals of species native to the state, a little cheating is a good way ‘to spread the genes.’
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February 10, 2020

Maine opens moose lottery for 2020 hunting permits

Maine is accepting applications for one of its most popular fall hunting traditions, the annual moose hunt.
Published
February 9, 2020

Here’s how to avoid a deadly plunge through the ice — or how to execute a rescue

We asked experts for their life-saving tips. The biggest takeaway? Act fast. In frigid Maine winter waters, you only have minutes.
Published
February 9, 2020

Wait out the cold with some good books about Maine’s great outdoors

First, get outside. But when you come in, don a comfy sweater, snuggle up to the fire, invite the cat to settle in your lap – and read
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February 2, 2020

Telescope programs give the public a better look at the night sky

Maine libraries are loaning the instruments out to 9,000 people a year, and starting this summer, 12 state parks will have them on hand.
Published
January 27, 2020

Saddleback buyer gets final piece of financing package

The Finance Authority of Maine board unanimously approved $2.5 million in loan insurance on a $12.5 million loan, along with a $1 million direct loan.
Published
January 27, 2020

Large off-road vehicles could force ATV trails to close

A task force is recommending limiting the size of ATVs allowed on the state's trails, but that might not be enough to keep some corridors from closing.