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Maine puts off plan to assess whether human food is affecting bear numbers

by PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press July 29, 2019July 29, 2019

Maine has more black bears than any other East Coast state, and critics say the use of bait by hunters may contribute to population growth.

The Casco Bay Islands SwimRun, now in its fourth year, requires ocean swimming and running across 10 islands.

by Bernie Reim July 28, 2019July 29, 2019

The Perseid meteor shower peaks in August, but the approaching full moon means the show won’t be as good as usual.

Native fish may get the glory, but bass, be they largemouth or small, get the love.

by Carey Kish July 14, 2019July 15, 2019

In the spring, Carey Kish set out to hike from Mexico to Canada. Despite challenges, life on the trail is good. Very good.

When you spend time in the great outdoors, are you a rough-it or a take-it-easy sort? Both kinds of campers, it turns out, get along just fine.

by Michael Perry July 14, 2019July 15, 2019

Songbirds, loons, fishermen and you – this is a rare quiet spot for canoeing in Maine in July.

Videographer Roger McCord spends a month capturing enough footage for a 3-minute film.

The lottery for the 68,145 any-deer permits is open until Aug. 15, and the drawing for the fall hunt will be held on Sept. 6.

by Jake Christie July 7, 2019July 9, 2019

The preserve, managed by The Nature Conservancy, is home to rare plants, diverse wildlife and an ecotype that usually falls prey to development.