The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife recommends steps to reduce harm to the fish as stream levels drop and water temperatures rise.
Outdoors
Under new law, bow hunters required to have archery license, safety course
Bow hunters will no longer be allowed to hunt with a firearm license.
Looking for easy hikes with memorable views?
Our guide offers you six must-do walkabouts.
Outdoors Calendar
TUESDAY Cross River Preserve, 10 a.m. in Boothbay Harbor The Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Nature Hike series meets weekly and visits a different preserve each time for a moderately paced, hour-long hike. The event is free and open to the public. Meet at the trailhead parking lot on Route 27, 3.2 miles north of the […]
Birding: Some sparrows flourish in a cityscape
The house sparrow, which readily nests in cavities, is rarely found outside human-altered environments.
Two-man team from Maine wins world’s longest endurance paddling race
Terry Wescott, 67, and Brad Krog, 63, are the oldest team ever to win the Yukon 1000.
What’s Up in August: Venus-Jupiter conjunction plays starring role
The month also will feature the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
Deirdre Fleming: Maine Maritime Museum Lobstermobile’s on a roll
To the delight of Mainers and tourists, it appears at dozens of events and cruises the coast.
Plans for new trail around Ragged Mountain emerging
The Coastal Mountains Land Trust is purchasing land for the trail on Ragged Mountain in Camden.
Families enjoy archery, hunting dog demonstrations and more as part of Swan Island field day
The field day was organized by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.