For years, it’s become a tradition: Come Father’s Day, a lucky (maybe) reader joins me (that’s why I said “maybe”) for a drift boat trip down the East Outlet of the Kennebec River. The BDN has been giving that trip … Continue reading
If you’re looking to get off the beaten path on Independence Day, you may want to consider heading to one of the state’s premiere outdoor destinations, Grand Lake Stream. The organizers of the “Grand Lake Stream, America” Fourth of July … Continue reading
If you’re looking for typical “Out There” fodder this afternoon, I’m sorry to disappoint you. Today’s blog post isn’t about the woods and waters. It’s not about fish and fowl. It’s not about moose or deer or other critters. As … Continue reading
If you’ve spent the weekend kicking yourself because you missed out on the deadline for BikeMaine 2013, I’ve got some great news for you. The entry deadline has been extended to Aug. 1. BikeMaine 2013, which is being organized by … Continue reading
Maybe you’ve always wanted to find a job that fits your passion for being outdoors. Perhaps you’ve been considering a law enforcement career, but are unsure where to start. Whatever the case, if becoming a Maine Game Warden is something … Continue reading
About this time every year, a few things happen. The black flies and mosquitoes show up and start gnawing on us. Moose and deer start galloping across roadways, terrorizing motorists and causing tragic crashes. And well-meaning Mainers start noticing wild … Continue reading
After a gloomy week of wet weather, the email I received from Mitch Simpson (along with a bit of sun) certainly brightened up my Thursday. Simpson, a fisheries biologist for the Maine Department of Marine Resources’ Bureau of Sea-Run Fisheries … Continue reading
When new co-workers lament the fact that they’ve been in Maine for several weeks and have yet to see a moose, I’ve always told them the same thing. Go to Greenville. From there, finding a moose shouldn’t be such a … Continue reading
If you’re up in the Greenville area over the weekend, be sure to stop by our booth at the moose lottery festival. We’re planning on being inside the school, along with plenty of other vendors. And while you’re there, be … Continue reading
If you’re an avid cyclist who has been considering spending the second week of September with hundreds of others who share your passion for the sport, your time is running out. Brian Allenby, the communications director for the Bicycle Coalition … Continue reading
