Nest failure is common for birds in Maine. But many have backup plans.
“Renesting is a common survival strategy. If at first, you don’t succeed …”
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These Katahdin trails are now open to hikers
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Bangor forester’s legacy lives in thousands of trees
To say Rolland Perry had a hand in the creation of the city’s four public forests is an understatement.
I climbed Katahdin 3 times. Here’s what I remember most.
“I am grateful for the gift that is Katahdin and believe every Mainer capable of doing so should make the climb at least once.”
5 fascinating things you’ll see in Acadia National Park
From pink granite to reindeer lichen, Acadia National Park offers something new to discover on every visit.
Something crazy happened during this spring’s bird migration in Maine
“Some birds arrived on time. Some didn’t. Then it got crazy.”
I’m outside every day. Here’s how I survive black fly season in Maine.
“Don’t bother with anything DEET. It doesn’t work. I’ve also tried different oils and a Thermacell, and those don’t work either.”
I outfished my buddy 7-0. The difference wasn’t the fly.
“Spring anglers often spend a lot of time thinking about fly selection, but line choice can matter just as much — sometimes more.”
Why Maine game warden pilots are a special breed
“Sooner or later, most career game wardens place themselves in harm’s way in the line of duty.”
What flies should you be using right now in Maine?
“Fishing season has finally arrived in Maine, and with it comes one of the most common questions anglers ask: What flies should I be using right now?”
What are those beautiful neon pink slime balls in the Maine woods?
Slime molds aren’t fungi or lichens. They’re single-celled organisms that move around, similar to an amoeba.
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