Outdoors in Maine: The versatility of the Hornberg fly is unmatched

V. Paul Reynolds recalls a story of when he introduced his go-to fishing fly to a guide in Colorado, and impressed the skeptical westerner.

Outdoors in Maine: Baxter State Park needs ‘the right fit’ in next director

The park has been without a permanent park director since the spring, and columnist V. Paul Reynolds writes that whoever eventually gets the job will have a big job ahead of them.

Diary of a wannabe-dirtbag: The case for a simpler take on van life

‘No plans, no agendas’ — Maine and Mainers find van life a good fit

'Van life means you can go anywhere and still stay relatively safe and comfortable.'

Outdoors in Maine: ‘What’s the grouse outlook?’

One of columnist V. Paul Reynolds' favorite hunting seasons is drawing near.

Outdoors in Maine: Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine leads the charge in deer yard protection

In an effort to end the “death spiral of suitable deer habitat,” executive director David Trahan said, the alliance has spearheaded three initiatives to restore deer wintering habitat.

Outdoors in Maine: Keeping Ranger Heath’s memory alive

A former Baxter State Park Supervisor saw to it over the years that a group of Baxter personnel, including Rangers active and retired, would gather every spring at the Sherman Mills cemetery to honor and remember one of their own. Columnist V. Paul Reynolds writes that it should stay that way.

Outdoors in Maine: The pain of rearming an inflatable PFD

Inflatable personal floatation devices are relatively comfortable, even when worn under a fly fishing vest, writes columnist V. Paul Reynolds. But when it comes time to rearming the CO2 cartridge, get ready.

Outdoors in Maine: Legendary Maine Guides getting lost in the fray

According to columnist V. Paul Reynolds, it is disappointing that over the years the Legendary Maine Guide Award has not gotten the primacy and public visibility it deserves.

Outdoors in Maine: State’s bear hunts are tough to beat

V. Paul Reynolds and his wife have hunted many critters from Maine to Colorado, but the Pine Tree State's bear hunts stand out as some of their most exciting and enjoyable hunts.