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New Hampshire ice climbers describe thrills and terrors

by ROBERT F. BUKATY Associated Press February 14, 2017February 14, 2017

You have to know your limits, and pick formations that won’t overwhelm you, they say.

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Birding: Inclement weather crimps Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count totals

by Herb Wilson February 5, 2017February 4, 2017

Freezing rain and snow for the central Maine counts results in fewer sightings than usual.

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Outdoors Calendar

February 5, 2017February 4, 2017

SUNDAY Super Bowl Trek, 11 a.m. in Augusta The Viles Arboretum is again hosting its Table Tour Trek on Super Bowl Sunday. Participants come to snowshoe, ski and hike on groomed trails, and enjoy food from restaurants around Augusta. Come get exercise and share in a large feast before the game. Tickets support the work […]

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Even in Katahdin national monument, snowmobilers are welcome

by Deirdre Fleming February 5, 2017February 4, 2017

Many sledders who trek to northern Maine are unaware some of their favored trails run through what is now a national monument. Fortunately, their machines are still allowed.

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Outdoors Calendar

January 29, 2017January 28, 2017

SATURDAY Nordic Ski Fest, 11 a.m. in Portland Portland Nordic is hosting an XC Ski Fest on Saturday and Sunday at Riverside Golf Course in conjunction with Maine’s Great Outdoor Weekend. Free cross country skiing rentals and instruction will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day, and skiers can explore the Riverside […]

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