Vice President John Rogers will take over for founder Lloyd Griscom as president, as the group continues its mission of collaboration and public access through new conservation programs.
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Farmington group notes 41 species for 126th Christmas Bird Count
Local birders surveyed nine western Maine areas Dec. 14, logging 41 species and contributing data to the nation’s longest-running community science bird project.
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Maine Huts & Trails offers free guided winter programs starting Jan. 3
Maine Huts & Trails will launch a series of free, guided winter outdoor programs on its trail network beginning Jan. 3, offering snowshoeing, skiing, fat biking and family-friendly outings open to the public.
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Skowhegan voters approve River Park lease
Town officials and Main Street Skowhegan said the lease was a formality necessary to sort out their respective responsibilities.
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Skowhegan residents to vote on River Park lease agreement
The special town meeting, which has two other items on the agenda, is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
From classroom to campfire: Community support sends Franklin County students into the backcountry
Local sponsors covered lodging costs so Stratton, Spruce Mountain and Mt. Abram students could experience overnight outdoor trips at Maine Huts & Trails’ backcountry lodges.
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Fueled by camaraderie, Scottish heavy athletes perform feats of strength in Hallowell
Hallowell Backyard Games draws nearly 50 competitors to throw stones, logs, weights together.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Waterville’s Pine Ridge trails getting $158,000 upgrade
The project to rehabilitate and build more than 4 miles of trails is funded with a $69,650 state Department of Conservation grant, $78,150 from a city recreation bond and $10,000 from the city ‘s airport fund.
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Maine’s roller skating scene gets a leg (and some wheels) up from social media
Online videos of roller skaters at Westbrook’s Happy Wheels have gone viral recently. They’re working to attract younger people to the activity and sport.
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Richmond mini-golf park adds second 18-hole course
The new course, which held a soft opening Thursday, is fully accessible with more spots for shade.