Hiking in Maine: What/where in the heck is T5 R7 BKP WKR? It goes back to the late 1700s

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Published
June 7, 2020

Hiking in Maine: What/where in the heck is T5 R7 BKP WKR? It goes back to the late 1700s

Yes, there is an organization for the strange designations for Maine's unorganized townships and ranges, and it's explained here.
Published
June 7, 2020

Birding: Number of eggs in a nest is just enough for a pair of birds to handle

The clutch – or number of eggs – varies even among the same species, but studies show the amount of eggs produced will maximize how many chicks are fledged.
Published
June 7, 2020

Maine sees a spike in moose permit applications

Opinions on the reasons for the spike vary, but many in Maine's hunting community agree that the pandemic has played some role in greater interest in the hunt.
Published
June 6, 2020

Coronavirus disrupts global fight to save endangered species

Lockdowns derail the eco-tourism that funds many environmental projects, from South America’s rainforests to Africa’s savannahs.
Published
June 2, 2020

Groups want salmon listed on Maine endangered species list

A coalition of Maine conservation groups says 'the only viable Atlantic salmon population in the United States is the Gulf of Maine distinct population segment.'
Published
May 31, 2020

RVs rise in popularity as vacationers seek a safe distance from crowds

In Maine and across the country, sales and rentals of recreational vehicles are booming during the pandemic.
Published
May 31, 2020

Hunting: Late-season hunt calls for a change in your turkey tactics

So many hunters have already gotten their turkey, so patience is the best ally even with the season winding down.
Published
May 31, 2020

What’s Up in June: As summer officially arrives, the skies open up

There are many interesting highlights this month to get us outside under the warmer skies and shorter nights.
Published
May 31, 2020

Ask a Naturalist: A decrease in noise pollution from stay-at-home orders a bonus for birds

Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Published
May 29, 2020

Some sections of Appalachian Trail reopen to day-trippers, but thru-hikers still urged to stay home

Most of the trail is open, but many services that long-distance hikers depend on are still shuttered.