Ryan Holt, who served in the Marine Corps for eight years, will hunt, build shelters and avoid the many dangers of South Africa — entirely alone. In the nude. Read More
With a steep, rocky face facing the Androscoggin River, Glass Face Mountain is a distinctive landmark in Rumford Center. Read More
The Maine Warden Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are seeking information regarding the shooting of a bald eagle. Read More
In the first two weeks of January, five sick eagles were rescued from locations throughout the state. Read More
Located just outside downtown Bar Harbor, the Compass Harbor Trail is a walking path that explores the former estate of George B. Dorr, a man who was known as the “father of Acadia National Park.” Read More
The TV show “North Woods Law” helped at least two fans who once found themselves in an alarming situation — face to face with a Maine black bear. Read More
Here are some things to consider when selecting a location to go snowshoeing in this beautiful state. Read More
Named after the “ragged,” fractured rocks on its ridge and steep sides, the mountain lies just south of the Camden Hills, straddling the Camden-Rockport border. Read More
If looking for a way to start 2020 on the right foot, consider a walk in Maine’s snowy wilderness. And if you’d like some company or you don’t know what trail to explore, you’re in luck. Read More
The new Kay Hagan Tick Act, signed into law Dec. 20, authorizes the use of $150 million in federal funds to bolster research, outreach and diagnosis of tick-borne diseases. Read More
Here’s rundown on what’s new in the world of ticks in Maine — the good and the bad. Read More
The beauty of Baxter State Park remains even in winter, but enjoyed only by those who travel by snowshoe, ski and snowmobile. Read More
Located just outside of Acadia National Park, Hunters Cliff and Hunters Beach are two breathtaking destinations on Mount Desert Island that are accessible by trails that are owned and maintained by the Land and Garden Preserve. Read More
There's a Lyme disease vaccine for dogs, but not one for humans. Read More
In this strange story from the Maine wilderness, Dan Reed, 56, of Southwest Harbor remembers an event from his childhood in which he watched a swordfish duel with a lobster trap. Read More
In the near future, these battery-powered machines will likely be used in place of boats, helicopters and other gas-powered vehicles to monitor hard-to-reach places. Read More
Little Wilson Falls is a series of three waterfalls on Little Wilson Stream as it flows through a dramatic slate gorge in Elliottsville Township. A 3-mile out-and-back hike leads to the largest of these waterfalls, which is known as the “upper falls” and is located on the Appalachian Trail. Read More
With so many snowshoe designs out there, selecting a pair to purchase for yourself or as a gift for someone can seem like a daunting task. To help, we reached out to experts at local outfitters for some tips. Read More
Hiding in vegetation to sneak up on prey? Sounds like a modern-day velociraptor to me. Read More
Rising just 583 feet above sea level, Day Mountain is one of the smallest mountains in Acadia National Park, yet it offers a lovely hike to open views. Read More
