Cold Stream Forest is a rich habitat for wild brook trout

The state land, protected earlier this year, is a fisherman's playground.

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. […]

Hunting: Black ducks worthy of Maine’s respect

The duck long associated with the state has both a look and a personality to admire.

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.

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.

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.

Maine archers head out to hunt deer

The bow and arrow hunting season runs until Oct. 28.

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.

Hunting: The odors that never grow old

So many outdoor smells can bring back memories to cherish.

Horns Pond Campground is Maine’s most popular backcountry spot