Thin Ice Conditions Continue Statewide
The Maine Warden Service is reminding anglers, snowmobilers and others who enjoy winter recreation on Maine’s lakes and ponds that ice conditions on many waterways throughout the state right now may not be safe to hold themselves or heavy equipment and vehicles. “I can’t stress enough the importance of checking ice conditions right now,” said Game Warden Colonel Joel Wilkinson, “Folks really need to take the time to drill test holes as often as they can and
Check The Chickadee On Your 2015 Tax Form!
The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife conserves all of Maine’s wildlife for current and future generations. Hunting revenues provides funding for the management of game species such as deer, turkey, and bear, but funding for lesser known nongame species that can’t be hunted or trapped has been difficult to find. Protecting these valuable species is vital as they comprise
Help Reduce the Mortality of Hooked and Released Fish
Some additional tips beyond the standard catch and release recommendations to keep in mind while fishing Maine's waters. Photos can be so stressful. SKIP SOCIAL MEDIA! But if you feel you must get a picture, prepare for taking photos with your fish safely under the water surface. When lifting the fish out of the water, do it for 5 second intervals or less.
Camp North Woods Planned for Summer 2016
Camp North Woods was a great success last summer and we are pleased to announce an expanded camp is planned for summer 2016! The Department created Camp North Woods to provide opportunities for youth and their families to learn lifelong outdoor skills as well as the importance of sustaining Maine's natural resources.
UPDATE! Landowner Relations Relief Kits Issued to Maine Game Wardens
Thanks to the generous support from folks who have become Outdoor Partners and back Maine's Landowner Relations Program, game wardens across the state have all been issued new Landowner Relations Relief K
WANTED: Volunteer Safety Instructors
Are you an experienced and passionate outdoorsman or woman? Do you enjoy teaching others and sharing your love for the Maine outdoors?
Becoming a {Winter} Outdoors Woman
There is nothing like a little snow on the ground to get me excited about winter! I love spending time in the outdoors during the colder months of the year. There is so much to do and so much to learn!
Update on New Laws for 2016
Hunters in Maine should be aware of a few new laws that go into effect January 1, 2016. No Hunting Age Minimum. As of January 1, 2016, any hunter under the age of 16 may purchase a junior hunting license and hunt. Hunters under the age of 10 must be in the presence of, and under the effective control of, an adult supervisor who remains at all times within 20 feet of the hunter. Hunters from 10-15 years of age must be in the presence of and under the effective control of an adult supervisor. The adult supervisor of the junior hunter must hold, or have held, a va
Remembering nature is not always perfect
By Regional Wildlife Biologist Kendall Marden What do Red Sox slugger Ted Williams’ hitting style and Wildlife Biologists have in common?
A Day of Trap Netting on Rangeley Lake
Text and Photos by Bonnie Holding, Director of Information & Education [caption id="attachment_1063" align="alignright" width="300"] Collecting fish from the trap nets[/caption] Monday, October 30th was not a day for the faint of heart in Oquossoc, Maine.
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