Outdoors
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PublishedAugust 27, 2023
Hunting: Getting a bear to take the bait is no easy task
Even for the most seasoned hunters, using bait when bear hunting can be a tedious process with a low chance of success.
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PublishedAugust 27, 2023
What’s up in September: Autumn may be the best season for viewing the heavens
The autumnal equinox will take place on Sept. 23, while Venus will be at its brightest in the early morning sky in September.
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PublishedAugust 27, 2023
Birding: Feeding habits of migrating shorebirds can help with identification
Many shorebirds are already on a path to their winter homes, and watching them feed is yet another way to put a name to them.
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PublishedAugust 27, 2023
Hiking in Maine: A regular hiker’s guide to Appalachian Trail terminology
Thru-hikers will start rolling into Katahdin soon with deep tans, muscular legs, beat-up backpacks, distinct odors, and a language all their own.
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PublishedAugust 20, 2023
Hunting: With seasons starting, time to end your summer hibernation
Bear season kicks off on Aug. 26 with Youth Day – then Aug. 28 for the grown-ups – with deer season not too far around the corner.
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PublishedAugust 20, 2023
Canoeing in Maine: Exploring the North Basin of Lake Maranacook
The basin in Readfield provides superb end-of-summer swimming, birding and gunkholing among islands.
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PublishedAugust 20, 2023
Ask Maine Audubon: Hummingbird feeders are tempting for other species, too
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
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PublishedAugust 20, 2023
Boats bring in a record haul during Casco Bay Bluefin Bonanza
Proceeds from the four-day event go toward scholarships and internships for students studying marine sciences.
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PublishedAugust 13, 2023
Hiking in Maine: Kennebunk Land Trust offers 20 miles of scenic trails
Alewive Woods is the land trust's signature property, but other sites such as Wonder Brook and Oxbow preserves also offer pleasant and rewarding hikes.
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PublishedAugust 13, 2023
Birding: That bird with the quiet, off-beat call is learning to sing
Young songbird males learn their distinctive calls from a tutor, in most cases the father.
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