March is like a teenager stuck in that awkward period between youth and adulthood. It’s not quite spring but it’s not winter, either. With rapidly deteriorating ice on Sebago Lake, it’s time to get out on a mild evening and do some cusk fishing. Arguably one of the ugliest fish in our lakes (well, except […]
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: Tactics and tips for Big Sebago
The lake finally caught and made ice, although not as much or as fast as last year. Anglers are flocking to the lake as word of solid ice gets out. Anglers still need to exercise caution, so check the ice often as you venture out if you are going where no one has walked or […]
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Posted inThe Forecaster
Family-friendly snowshoeing in Falmouth Feb. 8
FALMOUTH — To celebrate Great Maine Outdoor Weekend, the Falmouth Land Trust and Maine Audubon have teamed up to offer a family-friendly Snowshoe Trek at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at Audubon’s Gilsland Farms property off Route 1. Grab your snowshoes for a walk around the farm and learn more about conserved properties in Falmouth. […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: It’s up to Maine hunters to help keep bald eagles healthy
The state is encouraging people to switch to copper ammunition, and Mainers should listen.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
South Portland skate park moves to design, fundraising stage
The City Council approved a location for the park this week.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Winter sports equipment loans help get Yarmouth youth outside
The town has several “beautiful places” to explore during the winter, says the community service director.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Indie Film: ‘Thirteen Ways’ shows how different people see a plot of land
The documentary showing at the Portland Museum of Art takes a deep dive into an unremarkable spot in Waldoboro.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Times Record
State park visitors encouraged to look up with new stargazing program
A grant from Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund will supply telescopes to 12 Maine parks, including Bradbury State Park in Pownal.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Lakes Region Sportsman: New year heralds new opportunities
As January throws her icy cloak over the region, ice forms on our lakes and ponds. Although it will be some time until the big lake freezes, numerous smaller ponds in the area are generally safe to fish. There is nothing like drilling that first hole of the year and dropping your bait down the […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Hunting is for women
Unplug, slow down, get outside and take responsibility for acquiring the meat you eat.