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Reasons why great white shark sightings are on rise off Maine coast
And though encounters with them can be devastating, sharks are quickly gaining rock-star status.
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Eastern cottontails are making their way into Maine
The species of rabbits is common in the eastern United States but historically never reached New England.
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Another change to deer hunting licensing system gives hunters an edge
In some Wildlife Management Districts, hunters will be able to take a buck and a doe by signing up for permits for both.
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Going ‘upta camp’ a Maine summer tradition
There is plenty to do just to get ready, but the work is worth it to enjoy all that camp has to offer.
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Nequasset Lake in Woolwich a prime location for peaceful kayaking
About 25 years ago, my wife, Nancy, and I completed a sea kayak instruction and safety course on Nequasset Lake in Woolwich. The training was so absorbing we didn’t pay much attention to the surrounding lake. In recent years, we’ve been exploring small lakes and ponds in kayaks. After driving over the southern end of […]
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Excitement abounds on the Dead River Throwback Cruise
The Dead River near West Forks always offers a thrilling whitewater adventure. When relatively inexperienced paddlers take on the turbulent river navigating old-style boats, added excitement is guaranteed. That’s precisely what the Dead River Throwback Cruise recently delivered. A celebration of old-time boats and gear, the Throwback Cruise has become an annual tradition for my […]
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Closing the gap on Southern Maine’s Eastern Trail finally moving toward completion
The 1.6 miles of fresh trail in Scarborough will solidify a roughly 16-mile off-road connection between Bug Light Park in South Portland and downtown Saco.
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Want a good place to hike in Maine? Try these 6 spots
From Portland to Lubec, these hikes will be worth your time now that summer is finally here.
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These birds are better off keeping their eggs in one basket
For eastern phoebes, a single nest requires so much incubating that splitting up the effort is almost sure to fail.