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Outdoors

Published
May 14, 2017

Islesboro’s deer problem puts residents ‘in limbo’

The island's three-year hunt did little to cull the deer herd or decrease incidents of Lyme disease.
Published
May 11, 2017

Maine House approves bill allowing Amish deer hunters to eschew blaze orange gear

They would be allowed to wear red safety clothing in deference to their religious beliefs.
Published
May 7, 2017

It’s Worth the Trip: So many places to kayak in southern Maine

A new book highlights routes within an hour or so of Portland.
Published
May 7, 2017

Hunting: Take responsibility for safety

There should be very little risk to hunting. Before your finger touches the trigger, know exactly what you're shooting at.
Published
May 7, 2017

Maine coyotes getting bigger, more wolflike

Scientists say there's a reason for that: With 8% wolf DNA, the coyote species that prowls the Northeast is an evolving hybrid that's becoming a more effective predator of deer.

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Published
April 30, 2017

Birding: Ask questions and find proof before deciding something is a fact

That's the scientific way, and it's a process that works.
Published
April 30, 2017

What’s Up in May: Bright planets, a bright asteroid and a meteor shower

This month's highlights also include the possibility of two comets visible to the naked eye.
Published
April 30, 2017

The search for shed antlers has become a popular pastime

Finding antlers shed by deer and moose over the winter has become a passion for a number of Mainers.
Published
April 23, 2017

Outdoor calendar

THURSDAY Fat Bike Camp, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Wiscasset A free fat bike camp will be offered to kids ages 9 to 14 by the Midcoast Conservancy at the Wiscasset Recreation Center. Fat bikes and helmets will be provided. Registration is required. Call 389-5150 or go to midcoastconservancy.org. FRIDAY Hawk Watch, 9 a.m. to […]
Published
April 23, 2017

Birders try to stem the decline of purple martins

The struggling species has been getting help from friends in Maine, most recently in Kennebunk.