The move will probably have little effect in Maine’s 6 national refuges as there is minimal hunting in January.
Outdoors
Father and son rescued from Mount Katahdin amid whiteout
Rangers were alerted to the hikers after seeing the lights from their headlamps on Dudley Trail.
Maine wardens offer reward in search for person who fatally shot a bald eagle
The eagle was spotted Dec. 26 acting abnormally on Papoose Pond in Waterford and later died, the Maine Warden Service says.
That Moment: With a husky as their witness, a couple makes a commitment
A dog-sledding adventure in New Hampshire turns into the start of a new chapter in their lives.
Hunting: Turkey hunting decisions have worked
The state of the sport is so much better in Maine than it was even a decade ago.
Birding: Great black hawk sighting highlights first Christmas Bird Counts
The rarely seen bird was spotted in Portland’s Deering Oaks park.
Mushers can be a dog’s best friend
They must learn the instincts and emotions of the sled dogs they work with.
40 Most Beautiful Places in Maine
How many of the state’s natural wonders and scenic spots have you visited? We’ve just added 5 more – Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge, Belgrade Lakes, Chimney Pond, Sebago Lake State Park and Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary – so get going.
Manager of Bradbury park wants public to take a walk
Chris Silsbee will lead his second First Day Hike to the summit on Tuesday.
People You Know: Chris Silsbee takes over Bradbury Mountain State Park
On Jan. 1, he’ll lead his second First Day Hike as the park manager. It’s a part of a national park program to get people out and active.