Snow-making gets better out of necessity.
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Maine’s young birders a rare breed
Birding is popular among adults, but in order to thrive it needs youngsters to be up for the count.
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More hunters in Maine, but fewer deaths and accidents
A mandatory hunter safety course is credited for the plummet in both hunter-related accidents and fatalities.
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Outdoors Calendar
MONDAY Christmas Bird Count, all day in York County The 116th Christmas Bird Count is underway and proceeds into early January. Since the count began, it has relied on the dedication and commitment of volunteer citizen scientists. Two Christmas Bird Counts are held in York County: The York count on Monday and the Biddeford-Kennebunkport count […]
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Birding: Feeding birds has long nourished our souls
The tradition can be traced at least as far back as Henry David Thoreau.
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Skiing in Maine: For a change of pace, hit the hill in the afternoon
Early risers can see their favorite mountain in a new light – and often for less money – after midday.
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Maine’s liveaboards embrace holiday season
Small cabins don’t have to deter decorations and the spirit of the holidays.
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Want to camp Maine’s frigid northern woods this winter?
Reservations for campgrounds in the Allagash Wilderness Waterway will be taken beginning tomorrow.
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A national park or a national monument? North Woods groups shift focus
Unable to convince members of Maine’s congressional delegation to introduce legislation for a North Woods national park, supporters are now hoping President Obama will use his authority to designate a national monument as a step toward eventual park status.
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Skiing in Maine: Make out that Christmas list, and be sure to check it twice
Here’s the chance to choose your gifts and support regional businesses.