We can now see that some bird species with very similar structures descended from very different ancestors.
Outdoors
Saltwater fishing report
If you are a recreational saltwater angler, Maine law may require you to register with the Maine Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry. To learn more or to register, visit maine.gov/saltwater or call 633-9505. OFFSHORE As of Wednesday night, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has closed the Atlantic Bluefin General and Charter/Headboat categories (when fishing commercially) […]
It’s Worth the Trip: Crocker Pond a hidden gem too good to keep secret
The smallest campground in the White Mountain National Forest offers great hiking and paddling.
Former Penobscot chief will speed-hike from Mount Washington to Mount Katahdin
Barry Dana’s journey during the Katahdin 100 will be done in honor of his late uncle, Cliff Phillips.
Saltwater fishing report
If you are a recreational saltwater angler, Maine law may require you to register with the Maine Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry. To learn more or to register, visit maine.gov/saltwater or call 633-9505. OFFSHORE Congratulations to John Harmon and the crew of the Banshee for their 719-pound first-place tuna in last week’s Sturdivant Island tournament. In […]
Expansion of Mount Pisgah trails reaches halfway point
The Kennebec Land Trust hopes to add 3 miles of trail and 139 acres of conservation area by 2018.
Birding: Determining bird species not an easy call
For example, a recent decision not to split the yellow-rumped warbler into three species surprised many.
It’s Worth the Trip: These short hikes offer terrific views
Consider five hikes that are all less than a mile from trailhead to destination.
Acadia bike patrol volunteers help tourists find their way
As Maine’s national park draws record numbers, the volunteers who ride the carriage roads help maintain decorum on the historic trails.
Saltwater fishing report
If you are a recreational saltwater angler, Maine law may require you to register with the Maine Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry. To learn more or to register, visit maine.gov/saltwater or call 633-9505. OFFSHORE: Finally, the National Marine Fisheries Service has set the 2017 recreational groundfish regulations. This means anglers can keep 12 haddock (instead of […]