SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ‘Teddy Roosevelt Days,’ all day in Kennebunkport Teddy Roosevelt was an avid birder and naturalist. His life and his trips to Maine will be celebrated at the Seashore Trolley Museum during “Teddy Roosevelt Days” on Aug. 1 and 2, when several programs will help raise funds to repair the rail car Narcissus, […]
Outdoors
Allen Afield: Nothing like a cold spell to heat up some dormant summer fishing
Cooler temperatures may draw freshwater species out of lakes and ponds, and into flowing water.
It’s Worth the Trip: Swooping is an ideal way to explore Maine
Get on your motorcycle and check out some of the state’s beautiful scenery.
What’s Up in August: Another super moon, and the annual meteor shower
The closest full moon of the year and two planetary conjunctions are among this month’s highlights.
Androscoggin Riverlands offers wilderness experience close to cities
Maine’s newest state park, in Turner, hopes to attract more visitors.
Birding: A trip with geysers, wildlife and so many birds
Visits to two western national parks proved delightful.
Inaugural Camp North Woods connects kids with TV stars
Maine game wardens act as camp counselors at Bryant Pond.
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 www.maine.gov/saltwater or call (207) 633-9505. OFFSHORE Anglers are seeing and marking lots of bait, which is a very good sign. Pollock and haddock with lesser amounts of […]
Maine’s bear count high; successful season forecast
Having withstood two challenges to the way they hunt – and possibly facing more – hunters gear up for the start of the season.
Allen Afield: Popham’s popularity with shore fishermen is no fluke
Stripers and bluefish are here for the hooking.