The likelier reason for the rise in the number of bears is the decline in the ranks of hunters.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Let’s work toward shutting down Maine’s bear feeding program
Until June 5, public comment is being taken on a proposal that would require a permit to feed bears and finally eliminate permits.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: March signals cusk fishing and hare hunts
March is like a teenager stuck in that awkward period between youth and adulthood. It’s not quite spring but it’s not winter, either. With rapidly deteriorating ice on Sebago Lake, it’s time to get out on a mild evening and do some cusk fishing. Arguably one of the ugliest fish in our lakes (well, except […]
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Hunting: Before you call the season done, clean up
Cleaning guns, washing clothes, emptying pockets, removing batteries and other such tasks now will simplify your life when it’s time to hunt again.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: It’s up to Maine hunters to help keep bald eagles healthy
The state is encouraging people to switch to copper ammunition, and Mainers should listen.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Hunting: Year of the Rat, step aside. Make this the Year of the Hunter
Hunter numbers continue to decline. Let’s reverse that.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Hunting: Need a Christmas gift for the hunter in your life?
Yes, it’s late but if you’re still stumped, we’ve got lots of ideas.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Hunting: Healthy deer from little acorns grow
The quantity and distribution of acorns each fall – a favorite food of deer – will have an impact on how and where you hunt.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Hunting is for women
Unplug, slow down, get outside and take responsibility for acquiring the meat you eat.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Hunting: ‘Now what?’ How to field dress a deer
So you’ve bagged your deer. Good for you! Now you need to know how to handle the carcass to preserve the meat.