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April 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Now Accepting 2025 Moose Permit Lottery Applications!

Now Accepting 2025 Moose Permit Lottery Applications! Accepted online now through May 15 2025 mefishwildlife.com 2025 Moose permit lottery applications are accepted online only until May 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm Applications for…

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March 28, 2025 at 4:19 PM

Ice-out fishing tips, reminders, and more

Ice-out fishing tips, reminders, and more Gear up for spring fishing! mefishwildlife.com Spring into Fishing After a wonderful winter it didn't take long to switch gears from ice fishing to counting down the days to open wat…

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March 27, 2025 at 6:07 PM

Join us for a workshop at the Augusta Sportsman's Show

Join us for a workshop at the Augusta Sportsman's Show Sign up today! mefishwildlife.com Upcoming Learn to Hunt Workshops - Augusta  This weekend The Maine Sportsman magazine and Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine are hosting the …

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March 25, 2025 at 11:56 AM

Spring has sprung and black bears are waking up

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March 24, 2025 at 1:29 PM

Shop our online store

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March 24, 2025 at 12:48 PM

Women's Spring Outdoor Skills Day

Women's Spring Outdoor Skills Day Registration is now open! mefishwildlife.com Registration is now open for the Women's Spring Outdoor Skills Day! Maine Outdoor Programs Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MD…

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March 19, 2025 at 4:06 PM

Sign up for a spring turkey hunting workshop

Sign up for a spring turkey hunting workshop Learn how to get started turkey hunting mefishwildlife.com Learn new skills with a Next Steps Workshop! The days are getting longer and spring turkey hunting season kicks off April…

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March 19, 2025 at 12:55 PM

2025 Maine State Wildlife Action Plan Revision

2025 Maine State Wildlife Action Plan Revision Public comment period now open! mefishwildlife.com Help us frame the next 10 years of conservation in Maine! Purple sandpipers - photo by Logan Parker Maine’s State Wildlife Act…

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March 12, 2025 at 2:36 PM

Upcoming Workshops by Maine Outdoor Programs

Upcoming Workshops by Maine Outdoor Programs Register for a Workshop Today! mefishwildlife.com Learn new skills with a Next Steps Workshop! The days are getting longer and spring hunting season is right around the corner. Now…

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March 10, 2025 at 1:06 PM

Trade in lead tackle at a sportsman's show this spring!

Trade in lead tackle at a sportsman's show this spring! Trade in your lead tackle. mefishwildlife.com Heading to a sportsman's show this spring? Trade in your lead. Go loon safe instead! Remember to bring your old lead ta…

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March 7, 2025 at 5:34 PM

March Fishing Report

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March 6, 2025 at 7:20 PM

Become an Outdoor Partner to Enter our Weekly Drawings!

Become an Outdoor Partner to Enter our Weekly Drawings! Join or Renew your Outdoor Partners Membership for 2025 mefishwildlife.com Join or Renew your Outdoor Partners Membership for more chances to win! If you haven't had…

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March 5, 2025 at 4:24 PM

Join Us at the Winter Fest Ice Fishing Clinic

Join Us at the Winter Fest Ice Fishing Clinic Let's go fishing! mefishwildlife.com Experience a day of fun and excitement on the ice! Join us at Beaver Park in Lisbon for a day of fun and winter adventures on Saturday, March …

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March 2, 2025 at 8:07 PM

Nonresident Snowmobile Weekend is March 7-9, 2025

Nonresident Snowmobile Weekend is March 7-9, 2025 Be prepared for increased traffic on the trails. mefishwildlife.com Be prepared for increased traffic on snowmobile trails this weekend. Always ride right, ride safe. Photo b…

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February 25, 2025 at 11:23 PM

Camp North Woods lottery closes soon!

Camp North Woods lottery closes soon! Apply today! mefishwildlife.com Don't miss the opportunity for your camper to have the summer of a lifetime! The deadline for the Camp North Woods lottery is this Saturday. Camp North Wo…

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February 25, 2025 at 3:19 PM

Sharpen your skills this winter

Sharpen your skills this winter Register for a Safety Course Today! mefishwildlife.com Prepare for adventure with a safety course! The cold winter months are a great time to learn new skills and prepare for upcoming adventure…

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February 20, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Winter Nature Activities for the Whole Family

Winter Nature Activities for the Whole Family Get ideas for February vacation fun! mefishwildlife.com Design a new Maine animal for a chance to win! It has been a cold February vacation this year so far, but there are lots of…

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February 14, 2025 at 7:20 PM

Chickadee Check-Off

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February 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Winter Outdoor Extravaganza 2025

Winter Outdoor Extravaganza 2025 The Maine outdoors is for everyone. You're invited! mefishwildlife.com Discover the magic of winter in Maine at our 2025 Winter Outdoor Extravaganza! Maine Outdoor Programs invites everyone to…

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February 4, 2025 at 7:35 PM

Current Career Opportunities

Current Career Opportunities Fisheries Biologist, Ecologist, Wildlife Biologist, Game Wardens mefishwildlife.com We're hiring! Maine Natural Areas Program Senior Ecologist  (Two Positions) - Augusta, Maine The Maine Natural A…

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February 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM

Mark your calendar! Free Fishing Weekend

Mark your calendar! Free Fishing Weekend February 15-16, 2025 mefishwildlife.com Free Fishing Weekend is February 15-16, 2025 Grab a friend, neighbor, family member, colleague... it's time to go fishing! During Free Fishing …

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February 2, 2025 at 12:02 PM

Happy Groundhog Day!

Happy Groundhog Day! Things you may not know about February's forecaster... mefishwildlife.com Well Phil, what's the forecast? Groundhog Day is the day we set aside our most (and least) trusted weather apps and ignore the wea…

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January 31, 2025 at 2:04 PM

Winter Outdoor Extravaganza 2025

Winter Outdoor Extravaganza 2025 The Maine outdoors is for everyone. You're invited! mefishwildlife.com Discover the magic of winter in Maine at our 2025 Winter Outdoor Extravaganza! Maine Outdoor Programs invites everyone to…

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January 30, 2025 at 8:35 PM

February Fishing Report🎣❄️

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January 30, 2025 at 7:02 PM

Reminder! Our Augusta Office Will Be Closed on Jan. 31

Reminder! Our Augusta Office Will Be Closed on Jan. 31 mefishwildlife.com Main Office Closed Friday, January 31, 2025 Please be advised that our main office located at 353 Water Street in Augusta will be closed on Friday, January 31,…

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January 28, 2025 at 8:26 PM

We're looking for nominations for the next Legendary Registered Maine Guide!

We're looking for nominations for the next Legendary Registered Maine Guide! mefishwildlife.com We're seeking nominations for the Wilmot (Wiggie) Robinson Legendary Maine Guide Award! Registered Maine Guides are experienced and passionate outdo…

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January 27, 2025 at 6:28 PM

Wild Winter Strategies for Deep Snow

Wild Winter Strategies for Deep Snow How do wild animals navigate deep snow? mefishwildlife.com Navigating deep snow is a great feat that requires great feet! By snowmobile, snowshoes, sled, skis, skates, and dog team, Maine'…

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January 25, 2025 at 3:58 PM

Live in or traveling to Northern Maine this winter?

Live in or traveling to Northern Maine this winter? Add science to your winter adventure! mefishwildlife.com Share your white-tailed deer observations with the Northern Maine Wintering Deer Survey Add science to your wint…

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January 24, 2025 at 2:53 PM

Learn about the Impact of Antlerless Deer Permits

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January 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM

Our Augusta Office Will Be Closed on Jan. 31

Our Augusta Office Will Be Closed on Jan. 31 mefishwildlife.com Main Office Closed Friday, January 31, 2025 Please be advised that our main office located at 353 Water Street in Augusta will be closed on Friday, January 31, 2025. Our…

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January 21, 2025 at 4:33 PM

Camp North Woods lottery is open!

Camp North Woods lottery is open! Apply today! mefishwildlife.com Your child could spend a week with Maine game wardens, biologists, and educators! The Camp North Woods lottery is open! Camp North Woods is a week-long overni…

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January 17, 2025 at 1:41 PM

Give ice fishing a try

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January 16, 2025 at 8:05 PM

Get to Know Maine's Predators

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January 15, 2025 at 3:18 PM

Women's Winter Skills Weekend

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January 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM

Winter Learning Opportunities

Winter Learning Opportunities Register for a Safety Course Today! mefishwildlife.com Get ready for adventure by completing a safety course! The cold winter months are a great time to learn something new and get ready for upco…

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January 7, 2025 at 7:17 PM

Fishing with live baitfish

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January 3, 2025 at 10:34 PM

Make 2025 Unforgettable

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January 2, 2025 at 2:06 PM

Use your eagle eyes this winter

Use your eagle eyes this winter Participate in a community science project mefishwildlife.com Participate in one of our winter community science projects Maine Owl Pellet Project Up for a scavenger hunt? Enjoy looking for…

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January 1, 2025 at 3:02 AM

Maine's 2025 Fishing Laws now available online - download a copy today!

Maine's 2025 Fishing Laws now available online - download a copy today! mefishwildlife.com Being a responsible user of the Maine outdoors means staying informed of, and complying with, the current laws and rules.    It's easy, jus…

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December 31, 2024 at 7:08 PM

Fishing You a REELy Happy New Year!

Fishing You a REELy Happy New Year! mefishwildlife.com   Don't let the demands of everyday life force you to scale back your fishing adventures this year. More time spent on Maine's waters guarantees a fintastic year!   Purchase 2025…

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December 31, 2024 at 1:57 PM

Winter hunting opportunities

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December 30, 2024 at 6:41 PM

Report Rare Rabbit Sightings

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December 19, 2024 at 1:33 PM

2025 Ice Fishing Season Preview

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December 18, 2024 at 10:30 PM

2025 Licenses Available! 🎣🦌🌲

2025 Licenses Available! 🎣🦌🌲 Purchase a fishing or hunting license online today. mefishwildlife.com A year of outdoor adventure awaits If working on your mental and physical health is on your list of New Year's Resolutions, a…

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December 16, 2024 at 8:02 PM

Gift a day or season to Maine Wildlife Park

Gift a day or season to Maine Wildlife Park Buy a season or day pass online today. mainewildlifepark.com Give the gift of seeing moose, foxes, brook trout, bald eagles, and more!  Purchase a 2025 season or day pass to Maine W…

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December 4, 2024 at 7:29 PM

Apply today to be a Deputy Game Warden next summer

Apply today to be a Deputy Game Warden next summer Apply today! mefishwildlife.com Apply today to be a Deputy Game Warden next summer Maine Warden Service is now hiring seasonal Deputy Game Wardens These positions are part ti…

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December 4, 2024 at 5:13 PM

Volunteer at Summerhaven Shooting Range in Augusta

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December 3, 2024 at 4:34 PM

Protect Outdoor Access this Giving Tuesday

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December 2, 2024 at 9:04 PM

Gift ideas for outdoor enthusiasts

Gift ideas for outdoor enthusiasts mefishwildlife.com Gift ideas for the outdoor enthusiast in your life! MDIFW logo gear and apparel  Show your support of and love for Maine's fish and wildlife! Our new online store features hats…

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December 2, 2024 at 12:17 AM

CORRECTED: Muzzleloader season FAQs

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