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Outdoors

Published
October 2, 2016

This year, fewer hunters, fewer moose

As Maine's wildlife officials reduce the number of permits by 22%, the scarcity of the prey has added to the challenge, especially in District 4.
Published
October 2, 2016

Outdoors Calendar

SUNDAY Woodland race, 9 a.m. Oct. 2, Jefferson Join Hidden Valley Nature Center for its Race Through the Woods, featuring a half-marathon and a 5-kilometer race. Racers will traverse portions of the nature center’s 1,000 acres, and run over granite ridges and along ponds. A kids’ obstacle course run will be held at 10:30 a.m. […]
Published
October 2, 2016

Hunting: Black ducks worthy of Maine’s respect

The duck long associated with the state has both a look and a personality to admire.
Published
October 2, 2016

Birding: Migrating birds at night can be seen and heard

It can be thrilling to follow the birds as they make their presence known locally.
Published
October 2, 2016

It’s Worth the Trip: Mount Zircon offers a bit of history

Those who can find the trailhead to this little-known mountain are well rewarded.

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Published
October 2, 2016

There’s a jolt of beauty around Holt Pond Preserve

From a symphony of birds to an iconic boardwalk to wildlife to cherish, the preserve is a site worth seeing.
Published
September 29, 2016

Maine archers head out to hunt deer

The bow and arrow hunting season runs until Oct. 28.
Published
September 25, 2016

Horns Pond wilderness camp is a big step up

The high-elevation site on Bigelow Mountain is a popular overnight spot for Appalachian Trail hikers.
Published
September 25, 2016

Jake Christie: Mount Megunticook and Maiden Cliff haven’t lost their appeal

These longtime favorite trails still offer spectacular views and make for a great day-long hike.
Published
September 25, 2016

Outdoors Calendar

MONDAY Hawk Workshop, 9 a.m. in Cape Neddick York County Audubon is collaborating with the Mt. Agamenticus Conservation Region to present a workshop in the Learning Lodge at the Mt. Agamenticus summit, a great vantage point to see raptor migration. The workshop will run for two hours, then the group will look for hawks from […]