Be prepared to climb Maine’s tallest peak in February, but for hardy hikers it is an adventure of a lifetime
Outdoors
Fourth annual Somerset SnowFest kicks off Saturday
The festival began Saturday with a box sled derby, the Icehole World Championships, downhill kayak race and more.
Fish and wildlife restoration in Maine to get $16 million infusion
The federal money will go to support state agencies, conserve Maine waters and increase access to recreational uses.
Developers pushing forward with $113.5 million plan to reopen ski resort overlooking Moosehead Lake
Rangeley-based Big Lake Development LLC is among the groups moving to relaunch ski operations on Big Moose Mountain as part of a project that backers say would generate hundreds of jobs.
Indie Film: Aspiring actor and Windham resident Anthony Carignan stars in the first episode of a new series
Local boy goes on an adventure, several of them.
Belfast’s most enthusiastic rowers embrace the cold
The community rowing program, Come Boating, launches six-oar Cornish pilot gigs year-round.
Skiing: At Quarry Road Trails, dormant downhill slopes get a revival
Quarry Road Trails in Waterville, a Nordic mecca since 2007, will soon have lift-serviced Alpine skiing for the first time since the 1970s.
Hiking in Maine: These hiking poles have traveled well, but need replacing
When it comes to hiking poles and your health and safety on the trail, quality matters. Here’s why it’s important, and some tips when buying new poles.
Ask Maine Audubon: Give those attacking blue jays what they want
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Hunting: America has adapted to avoid decimating its wildlife resources
For generations, hunters and anglers have played important roles in conservation and preservation of all wildlife species.