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Outdoors

Published
February 7, 2025

Rural Monroe worth visit for scenic beauty and great hiking trails

Northern Pond Natural Area, considered the "jewel of Monroe" by many in the area is worth the trip.
Published
February 3, 2025

Researchers gain knowledge inside a black bear’s den

Study sheds light on the previously misunderstood, reclusive forest dweller.
Published
February 1, 2025

Why do we see, or not see, certain animals

Many mammals are true hibernators and remain dormant through the winter, but a lot of them stay active, at least to some degree.
Published
January 27, 2025

Wild turkeys preparing for spring in depths of winter

Physiological changes have already started as the days start to get longer.
Published
January 25, 2025

Guidebook highlights 100 wonderful places

Jill McMahon of Portland started hiking again during the pandemic and wrote a book about all the trails she discovered.

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Published
January 20, 2025

Let’s test your knowledge of Maine’s game birds, mammals

Here's a quick quiz to see how much you know about the subject.
Published
January 17, 2025

It can be mesmerizing to watch a murder of crows

Crows gather by the thousands as a means of protection and heat.
Published
January 13, 2025

Deer season never really ends

Scouting will not only help you enjoy hunting success, but by taking part in citizen science programs, your efforts can help biologists and hunters.
Published
January 11, 2025

Please, stop feeding the deer

There is plenty of food, and the right kinds, for deer to eat. Introducing new and different food to that ecosystem can cause a number of problems.
Published
January 6, 2025

Hunting: Weather can impact size of population of smaller game

Poor conditions can impact wild turkey and upland birds like grouse, but waterfowl thrive in rainfall.