In this era of intense social scrutiny of hunters and anti-hunting activism, impressions count, V. Paul Reynolds writes. As far as he is concerned, a drone has no place in the deer woods.
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Shawnee Peak ski area in Bridgton sold to Boyne Resorts
The acquisition gives the Michigan-based company four New England resorts in an extensive portfolio that includes Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine.
Why yes, a bird dog does belong on a turkey hunt
Maine is not a hotbed for turkey dogging, but at least one dog owner enjoys bringing her faithful hound afield during the fall turkey season.
Outdoors in Maine: The need for an any-deer permit overhaul
Too many Maine deer hunters are keeping their doe permits as an ace in the hole and holding out late into the season for that trophy buck. Fall after fall, not enough does are taken in Maine’s deer-rich areas.
Ghost hunters take to Maine’s largest historic fort
Late-night tours at Fort Knox on the Penobscot River search for signs of paranormal activity.
Outdoors in Maine: A quick look back at the fastest gun in Maine
A long-ago Rangeley resident once beat one of the most famous shooters in history in a target contest.
Outdoors in Maine: Onions are nothing to cry about in the outdoors
Although they rarely get mentioned much in outdoor storytelling, onions have always had a prominent place in V. Paul Reynolds’ outdoor experiences.
Wheels turning to build Maine’s next mountain biking destination
The Moosehead Outdoor Alliance plans to build a 25-mile trail system on 2,000 acres of the state-owned Little Moose Public Reserve just west of Greenville.
Outdoors in Maine: Moose retrieval can be a mighty task
Whatever method you choose to get your moose out of the woods, get it cooled down as soon as it is practical and possible, writes V. Paul Reynolds.
Outdoors-oriented online vacation rentals take off in Maine
The Hipcamp buzz has come to Maine, where primitive cabins and fields have filled with guests during the pandemic.