Bear hunting petition reignites 20-year-old debate over baiting

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Published
July 8, 2020

Bear hunting petition reignites 20-year-old debate over baiting

State biologists held a virtual public hearing Wednesday to take comments on a petition to have state regulators eliminate bear-baiting by 2029.
Published
July 7, 2020

Biologist pitches new study to aid Maine’s moose herd

State biologist Lee Kantar wants to test his theory that a smaller moose population would lead to an even greater reduction of winter ticks that have been crippling the herd.
Published
July 6, 2020

Catch of a lifetime: Fisherman reels in 39-pound lake trout

Erik Poland of Andover caught the 44-inch fish last week in Oxford County, setting a new standard for any freshwater species in Maine.
Published
July 5, 2020

Pine Tree Camp gets creative to aid those with disabilities

The camp, located in central Maine, is offering an Adventure Day Pass this year because it cannot operate its traditional overnight camps during the pandemic.
Published
July 5, 2020

Birding: Species seek out their own comfort zones

Habitat selection varies widely among bird species – sometimes even within the same tree.
Published
July 5, 2020

Hiking in Maine: Holbrook Island Sanctuary offers natural wonders

The sanctuary, located near Castine in Downeast Maine, features diverse ecosystems and wildlife habitats – and nearly eight miles of walking paths.
Published
June 28, 2020

Hunters excited about Maine’s new crossbow law

The law expands hunting with a crossbow, which provides a more accurate shot with greater ease than more traditional bows.
Published
June 28, 2020

What’s up in July: Plenty to see in morning and evening skies

Two planets, a dwarf planet and an asteroid will reach opposition this month, while three planets will grace our evening sky again after a long absence.
Published
June 28, 2020

Ask a Naturalist: Hummingbirds come and go, and will be back

Wildlife questions from real Mainers answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox
Published
June 21, 2020

Hiking in Maine: It’s a Wonderland on the trail, and even better with a detailed look

Natural Heritage Hikes, a series of unique trail guides, give a hiker a roadmap to so many details often missed or simply overlooked.