Mild winter takes a toll on Maine’s outdoor sports, seasonal economy

The 2023-24 winter was devastating for the snowmobile industry and the communities that rely on visitors coming to enjoy Maine's trails.

Photo: Visiting Sabattus Pond for ice fishing

With no ice on Cape Cod, Don Dyer of Falmouth, Massachusetts, tries his luck in Maine.

Photos: Hollandstrong sees a strong turnout

Photo: Ice shacks are popping up, finally!

Hollandstrong plans 9th annual ice fishing derby

The 9th Annual Ice Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday, Jan. 27, at Wilson Lake in Wilton and all proceeds will go to the Hollandstrong Community Foundation.

Photos: Rainbows pulled from under the ice

Friends ice fish Friday morning on Middle Range Pond in Poland, catching and releasing rainbow and brook trout.

Hillside Fishing Derby set for Feb. 3

The seventh annual Hillside Fishing Derby is set to bring a variety of prizes for the biggest catch on Saturday, Feb. 3, as well as raffle prizes.

Passersby rescue ATV riders who broke through ice at Litchfield pond

Officials say quick action by two men, one of whom broke through the ice at Pleasant Pond during rescue efforts himself, could have been lifesaving.

Thaws in December and January lead to poor ice fishing season

Many people were out ice fishing Sunday at China Lake, Lake George and other locations, but fishing south of Augusta was not so good, given unfavorable ice conditions.

Photos: ‘Too nice of a day’ to not be ice fishing

Ice fishermen try their luck on Pennesseewassee Lake, also known as Norway Lake, Thursday afternoon.