State regulations, along with cooperative management agreements with some big landowners, were supposed to have protected these critical deer-wintering areas.
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Birder’s MDI talks to shed light on the original James Bond
Turns out the famous spy was named by Ian Fleming after a prominent ornithologist who birded in Maine.
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Outdoors in Maine: Summer of uncertainty ahead for visiting anglers
Out-of-staters will be welcome to fish Maine’s waters, as long as their home states don’t have significant spikes in COVID-19 cases.
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Think you’re tough? Consider what it takes to run a 100-mile trail race
These endurance runners are a rare breed, navigating rocky and rooted trails – even during the middle of the night.
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Hunting: All things considered, the wild turkey truly is a magnificent bird
Calling wild turkeys dull-witted, unattractive or just a simple nuisance is underestimating a nuanced and somewhat complicated creature.
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These moms pass on their passion for fishing to their children
They say it affords life lessons, healthy habits, and meaningful time with their kids.
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Outdoors in Maine: Hands-on training is critical for hunting
V. Paul Reynolds is concerned about the possibility of online hunter safety training
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State biologists propose 40% increase in any-deer permits this fall
For the 3rd time in 4 years, a record number of deer permits has been proposed in an effort to shrink the whitetail population, particularly in southern, coastal and central Maine.
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Photos: No ‘Pryor’ experience
David Pryor of Wilton launches fishing boat for first time on Wilson Pond in Wilton.
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12-year-old’s art work reflects her love of nature
An oil painting by Ariah Lowell of Biddeford placed third in the National Youth Duck Stamp competition.