The number of campers and day-use visitors hit an all-time high in 2020 – even though camping season was delayed two to four weeks because of the pandemic.
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Alpine skiers embracing backpacks during pandemic
CamelBak, Osprey, Dakine or your basic L.L. Bean model? This is the question skiers and snowboarders across Maine are asking during the “Winter of Coronavirus” as more Alpine enthusiasts turn to backpacks to store their gear. Skiing with backpacks at resorts is a longtime tradition in Europe, Canada and out west. But at resorts in […]
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Outdoors in Maine: Genetically-engineered mosquitoes; are black flies next?
What if you could wave a magic wand — or hire an insect engineer — and get rid of the scornful pests for good? Would you do it?
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Fans of the bitter cold share their inspiration
Even when it’s 20-below (or colder), it’s no problem for Mainers who find beauty in the depth of winter.
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Outdoors in Maine: The history of Maine bucks’ ‘antler excellence’
A few points on what the “Hill Gould Buck” and “Chase Buck” mean to Maine deer-hunting history.
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Safety issues mount as skiers and snowboarders hit backcountry during pandemic
Avalanche forecasters and search-and-rescue groups are concerned that large numbers of skiers and snowboarders will again turn to the backcountry to avoid crowds and reservation systems at resorts.
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Outdoors in Maine: Tragedies, scars and silver linings in ‘Shadow of COVID’
Thankfully, COVID cannot compromise Maine’s exceptional hunting and fishing opportunities.
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Yarmouth man to attempt Triple Crown of hiking – all in one year
Along with a buddy, Sammy Potter will try to complete hikes of the Appalachian Trail, the Continental Divide Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail in 2021.
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Outdoors in Maine: A good time to become a Game Warden
If you would like to dedicate your working life to safe-guarding Maine’s fish and wildlife resources and helping others, the Maine Warden Service may be your calling.
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Outdoors in Maine: Annual game dinner a taste of Maine hunting heritage
The game dinner is both a celebration of the harvest of wild meat and a friendly, but intense, culinary contest.