Outdoors Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

When planning to go for a hike, don’t forget your own neighborhood

‘Home turf hikes’ often have plenty to offer and can be reached by just walking out the front door.

by Bob Humphrey December 22, 2025December 22, 2025

Hunting offers exercise and diets are improved with the nutrients that wild game can offer.

The Central Fire Station, closed in October 2024, will be leased to Inland Woods + Trails for three years as a home base in Rumford.

by Doug Hitchcox December 20, 2025December 20, 2025

The counts so far have given some surprising results but don’t tell the entire story.

The deal on a 600-foot section of trail ensures riders can complete the Randy Bunnell Trail between Rangeley and Phillips.

The Rumford ski area has hired a new snow sports school director and made improvements throughout the facility.

by Bob Humphrey December 15, 2025December 15, 2025

The end of deer season is the end of the hunting year for most, but some hunters seek an even tougher challenge during the winter.

The tools necessary to explore the outdoors are expensive and can be hard to find. The Maine Gear Library Network aims to help.

Hint: Portland isn’t on the list.

by Erin Merrill December 8, 2025December 8, 2025

The author’s grandfather and uncle passed away this year and while the stories will live on, they won’t be the same.