Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
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Hiking in Maine: Exploring the remote, pristine Allagash Wilderness Waterway
Thousands recreate each year at AWW, but less well known are the hiking trails to the fire towers atop Allagash Mountain and Round Pond Mountain.
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Birding: It’s been a banner spring for vagrants visiting Maine
How do these birds end up here? The answer is complicated, and we have much to learn about the reasons vagrants show up in unexpected places.
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Paddling in Maine: A searchable guide to trips around the state
Find paddles by county, then grab your life vest and get out there.
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Find a state park that suits your camping style
The best spots for wildlife watching, ocean views, biking, hiking trails and more.
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Mainers divided over rise of glamping
Some communities are pushing back on plans to develop ‘glampgrounds’ that seek to offer an outdoor hotel-like experience.
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Hunting: Turkeys have their routines, but they can go off script
From strutting at night to seemingly managing to disappear, turkeys often do what you would least expect.
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A day-hiker’s guide to trail food
Our expert sources share tips on the snacks, meals and drinks that keep them properly fueled and hydrated on summer hikes, from GORP and PB&Js to dried kiwis and charcuterie boards.
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What’s up in June: Plenty of highlights on shortest nights of the year
Look for Mars and and a brilliant Venus buzzing through the Beehive star cluster, and the waxing crescent moon passing near Venus on the summer solstice.
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Ask Maine Audubon: Do baby birds need our help? Best to leave them alone
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.