Maine Boatbuilders Show to return, but this time in summer

Portland Yacht Services is planning to host the show, now in its 34th year, on the Portland waterfront July 23-25.

Attendance at Maine state parks tops 3 million for first time

The number of campers and day-use visitors hit an all-time high in 2020 – even though camping season was delayed two to four weeks because of the pandemic.

Ask Maine Audubon: ‘What’s wrong with our squirrels?’

Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.

Alpine skiers embracing backpacks during pandemic

Hunting: How does Maine rate as a deer-hunting state?

Nationwide, the proportion of yearling bucks in the harvest has been on a steady downward trend.

Trump administration’s rule changes could lead to huge spike in bird deaths, scientists warn

Even the government acknowledges that under the new standards, some vulnerable species could decline to the point where they would require protection under the Endangered Species Act.

Birding: Finches storming south with limited food sources in Canada this year

The Christmas Bird Count shows us how finches that thrived the past few years in Quebec and Ontario with plenty of food now need to look elsewhere.

Hunting: Examining an animal’s flight-or-fight response

So many animals, when faced with potential danger, use available information to decide whether to hold tight and confront the threat or flee to safety.

Fans of the bitter cold share their inspiration

Even when it's 20-below (or colder), it's no problem for Mainers who find beauty in the depth of winter.

Hiking in Maine: Kennebec Highlands provide a wonderful winter treat

Just a quick drive from Augusta, the Kennebec Highlands – near and around the Belgrade Lakes – offer year-round exploration opportunities.