In the two towns where turkey were first reintroduced, feelings run the gamut.
Outdoors
Hunting: Show respect to fellow turkey hunters
Interference from fellow hunters can be very annoying.
White Mountain National Forest an ‘incredible conservation success story’
The national forest in New Hampshire and Maine marks its centennial with an exhibit celebrating its history.
Maine is counting its eagles, which not long ago were on the brink
Some people worry that the predators will threaten the loon population, but biologists say the birds should be able to coexist.
Maine hunter returns to what he loves at 86 – it just took a few surgeries
Lou Haskell even timed his knee replacements so he’d recover in time for spring hunting season, and to his delight, bags a turkey on his first day out.
Hunting: Back to the earth after years of use
A walnut stock and a block of slate developed into a wild turkey call that surely will be missed.
Birding: Waiting for those southerly winds
Birds follow their internal clock to determine when to migrate, then hope for favorable weather conditions.
It’s Worth the Trip: Roberts Farm Preserve in Norway offers history and beauty
The preserve has more than 7 miles of trails, some universally accessible, and plenty to see.
Maine sportsman George Smith’s health has changed, but his love of the outdoors has not
George Smith, former executive director of the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine, still finds enjoyment in fishing while dealing with ALS.
Hunting: Deer, turkey do just fine, and that’s the flat truth
There are some absurd theories going around about Maine wildlife.