Outdoors

Published
October 29, 2023

What’s up in November: Conditions will be good for the Leonid meteor shower

Jupiter will shine brightest early in the month, and a new comet will pass through the Beehive star cluster in Cancer the Crab.
Published
October 22, 2023

Birding: The fight against species extinction can start in your own yard

Improving our yards to benefit birds and other wildlife is a huge opportunity that we should be embracing.
Published
October 22, 2023

Hunting: Antler restrictions, mandatory or personal, can benefit deer and hunter

Of course, the goal is to get a deer, but greater restrictions can lead to a stronger herd and a larger quarry for a hunter.
Published
October 22, 2023

Canoeing in Maine: At Hancock Pond, enjoy the views, wildlife and a peaceful paddle

Hancock Pond, in Sebago and Denmark, has secluded coves with views of Pleasant Mountain and the Presidential Range in New Hampshire.
Published
October 15, 2023

Birding: Cha-ching! The Steller’s sea eagle made a tangible economic impact on Maine

Researchers estimate the economic impact of birders who traveled to the Georgetown/Boothbay region in the winter of 2021-22 to see the rare bird.

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Published
October 15, 2023

Leave the crowds behind this fall at The Quiet Side of Acadia National Park

Press Herald photographer Gregory Rec and his wife, Jayme, encountered few people during hikes on both sides of Somes Sound.
Published
October 15, 2023

Hunting: Whatever you call it, the ruffed grouse makes for a popular hunt

Maybe you call it a partridge, but it can be hunted in a variety of ways, whether you’re new to the game or merely looking for a change of pace.
Published
October 15, 2023

Ask Maine Audubon: Keep your hummingbird feeder up for a few more weeks

Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Published
October 14, 2023

Why you should be lazy and leave the leaves in your yard

Fallen leaves provide habitat for wildlife and can benefit soil health.
Published
October 12, 2023

Grazer easily wins popular ‘Fat Bear Week’ contest at Alaska national park

When it comes to packing on the pounds to survive an Alaska winter, this year’s undisputed champ is Grazer, aka Bear 128.