Outdoors Bloggers
1-minute hike: Number Four Mountain near Kokadjo
BDN reporter Aislinn Sarnacki hikes the steep trail to the summit and old fire tower of Number Four Mountain near Kokadjo on March 22, 2013, after failing to find the trail head the following week.
GOOD BIRDING
Festivals for novice, experienced birders alike
By Bob Duchesne on March 08, 2013, at 11:59 a.m.
One way to deal with the dregs of winter is to plan summer. May I suggest a birding festival? Festivals have much to offer. Each is invariably scheduled for the ideal birding season in its particular locale. Festivals have experts on hand to guide walks and offer programs. Festivals put ...
GOOD BIRDING
Rare northern lapwing makes a visit
By Bob Duchesne on Jan. 11, 2013, at 4:42 p.m.
This northern lapwing never had a chance. The world of birding has changed. It’s a mobile, high-speed, interconnected planet. Formerly, birding was a solitary pursuit, which appealed to shy, retiring introverts like myself. When a rare bird showed up, the fastest way to hear about it was through gossip. Eventually, ...
FEATHERS 'N FINS
Feathers ‘n Fins: ‘Old’ a familiar word for outdoorsmen
In being addicted to hunting, fishing, trapping and the outdoors in general, it isn’t surprising that you habitually use the word “old” when referring to the equipment essential to your health and happiness. No matter that the reference may be to things fairly new, and oftentimes to people younger than ...
Lady’s slippers the theme of recent hikes
By Dave Small on June 05, 2012, at 10:21 a.m.
Lady’s slippers seemed to carry the theme during the last couple of weeks. I’m always excited to see them. Deb and I hiked Bald Mountain in Camden. It wasn’t long before the slippers started showing up alongside the trail. We even spied a white one. The white Pink Lady’s Slipper is kind of an ...
Avid birders cherish December arrivals
By Bob Duchesne, Special to the BDN on Dec. 23, 2011, at 12:45 p.m.
Birders look at December as a child looks at Christmas. There are lots of goodies under the tree, but we don’t know what they are yet. It’s one of the exciting things about birding in Maine. Every winter is different. Some species can be seen readily one year and be ...
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Act Out with Aislinn
on Nov. 10, 2011, at 5:32 p.m.
Finding adventures in the Maine wilderness
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Out There
on Nov. 10, 2011, at 2:24 p.m.
John Holyoke shares stories and observations from Maine's great outdoors
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An Act to Protect Blueberry Lands From Dog Training ???
on Oct. 17, 2011, at 10:41 a.m.
Most mornings begin here slowly enjoying a leisurely cup of coffee while listening to John share his plans for the day or perhaps minimal conversation about the latest news headlines. I am NOT a morning person by any stretch of the imagination but will give it my best shot. Often a Brittany dog (or ...
Equine Factor: Hay is for horses
By Cassie Elia on Oct. 07, 2011, at 4:44 p.m.
Ask anyone who owns horses and they will tell you that the two biggest worries and expenses involved with keeping them are hay and shavings. Hay is absolutely necessary in winter. Horses live on hay. Grains and feeds are supplementary to long-stem forage. Horse hay must be clean. free of ...
EQUINE FACTOR
A crash course in horse jargon
By Cassie Elia on June 03, 2011, at 4:11 p.m.
As summer camp season approaches, bringing packs of first-time horseback riders to the farm, I start fielding questions and correcting misconceptions of the students and their families. For anyone with a small child begging, with eyes big as saucers, to be allowed to please, please, please go to horse camp, ...
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Looking for a trail in Maine?
on May 31, 2011, at 11:22 a.m.
Maine Trail Finder is a free online resource for people-powered trails in the state. Search a growing database of four-season trails to find the right trail for your next adventure. Browse interactive trail maps, trail descriptions, pictures, and trip reports.
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Wildernet allows you to search for recreation information by activity type
on May 18, 2011, at 11:09 a.m.
Wildernet started in 1995 as a project within the Aspen.com web site and initially covered the White River National Forest. It has since grown to be the largest database of outdoor recreation information in the world with over 40,000 area and activity descriptions throughout the United States
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American Hiking Society
on May 17, 2011, at 11:16 a.m.
American Hiking Society works with Congress and federal agencies to shape public policy and legislation affecting the hiking experience. Our efforts ensure funding for hiking trails, the preservation of natural areas and the protection of the hiking experience. American Hiking's Hike the Hill: Trails Advocacy Week brings trail leaders to Washington, D.C. each year to advocate for trail funding.
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The Equine Factor
on May 12, 2011, at 2:04 p.m.
Share Cassie's love of horses through her postings.
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Explore Maine by bicycle
on May 12, 2011, at 1:52 p.m.
Look here for a comprehensive guide to 33 loop bicycle tours in Maine by region. Get turn-by-turn route descriptions and comprehensive maps compiled by the Maine Department of Transportation.
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The world under your feet
on May 11, 2011, at 9:59 a.m.
The Underground Forest by Joe Rankin, published in April's Forests for Maine's Future newsletter in the Fresh from the Woods section tunes you into the world under your feet. "Walking in the forest you are bathed in sounds, sights, smells -- chirping of birds, sighing of the wind in the branches, flashes of light off the leaves, warmth of sun on your skin, the skittering of tiny creatures in the underbrush. There's peace there, and beauty. But there's more to the forest than the trees.
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Maine Island Trail Association follows trash trail
on May 05, 2011, at 4:08 p.m.
Maine Island Trail Association staff took a trip to Portland's trash recycling and energy producing facility. See what they learned.
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101 Things to do in Maine
on May 05, 2011, at 11:50 a.m.
From scenic drives on highways and byways to places that make Maine a special place to live and visit. Here's a variety of scenic drives to get you acquainted with the Pine Tree State.
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Cold worms, high water
on May 03, 2011, at 3:11 p.m.
The spring fishing in Aroostook County is for the most part a wormer’s way. Big crawlers and lots of weight to beat the current would seem the ticket. But in reality a smaller crawler and split shot will take a lot more fish.
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