The BDN outdoors section brings readers into the woods, waters and wild places of Maine. It features stories on hunting, fishing, wildlife, conservation and recreation, told by people who live these ...

The deadline to apply for the Maine moose lottery is Monday at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. In anticipation of the June 20 lottery ...

Shed hunting is a popular activity and an exciting remedy for cabin fever. Armed with nothing more than a good set of eyes, looking for a deer or elk’s shed antlers in the early spring is a highly ...

A recent archaeological presentation revealed findings that could reshape the understanding of First Nations’ life on the Prairies, suggesting plant cultivation long before European contact. In 2024, ...

PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- We have a winner, thousands of winners, in fact. The Maine Moose Lottery winners are released. The names were announced at the inaugural "High Peaks Outdoor Heritage Festival ...

Some large, heavy-bodied snakes, including pythons and boas, use rectilinear locomotion — a straight-line movement powered by belly and rib muscles — to move quietly when stalking prey or navigating ...