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March 8, 2024 at 6:25 PM

Kennebec Land Trust Conservation Lecture Series

Kennebec Land Trust Conservation Lecture Series Our biologists will be there. Will you? mefishwildlife.com Learn more about Maine's mammals and their habitats at the Kennebec Land Trust's annual lecture series. Maine Departme…

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March 7, 2024 at 5:09 PM

Turkey hunting season is right around the corner!

Turkey hunting season is right around the corner! Prepare for turkey season now! mefishwildlife.com Experience the thrill of turkey hunting this spring! Spring is right around the corner, and now is a good time to start think…

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March 7, 2024 at 3:32 PM

Heading to a Sportsman's Show?

Heading to a Sportsman's Show? 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 tackle with you if you are …

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March 6, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Become the Next Generation of Purple Martin Landlords

Become the Next Generation of Purple Martin Landlords Secure the future for purple martins. mefishwildlife.com Help secure the future for purple martins! Behavioral Shift Purple martins overwinter in Brazil, but it won't be …

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March 4, 2024 at 5:05 PM

ATV trails are CLOSED!

ATV trails are CLOSED! mefishwildlife.com You may be ready but the ATV trails are not... Riding on trails before they are open for the season can cause significant damage and can result in landowners  permanently closing trails to al…

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March 1, 2024 at 5:58 PM

Embracing the joys of ice fishing

Embracing the joys of ice fishing March Ice Fishing Updates mefishwildlife.com Start your adventure on the ice! The ice won't last, but your ice fishing memories will. Remember that safety is essential?as you gear up for som…

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February 21, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Do you frequent lakes in northern Maine?

Do you frequent lakes in northern Maine? We're seeking volunteers! mefishwildlife.com Help ensure Maine's lakes stay healthy! Volunteer for the Zebra Mussel Settling Plate Project With the recent discovery of invasive zeb…

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February 14, 2024 at 9:49 PM

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day! mefishwildlife.com Happy Valentine's Day!   Love Maine's Wildlife? Participate in a Community Science Project. Learn how to avoid wildlife conflict. Visit Maine Wildlife Park. Suppo…

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February 13, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Grab a friend - It is Free Fishing Weekend!

Grab a friend - It is Free Fishing Weekend! Tips for a fun day on the ice mefishwildlife.com Free Fishing Weekend is February 17-18, 2024 Grab a friend, neighbor, family member, coworker... Ice fishing is for everyone! Durin…

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February 11, 2024 at 12:34 PM

Hoot for Maine on Superb Owl Sunday

Hoot for Maine on Superb Owl Sunday Take part in the Maine Owl Pellet Project mefishwildlife.com Hoot for Maine's Owls this Superb Owl Sunday! Join the Maine Owl Pellet Project! As everyone knows, Superb Owl Sunday is all…

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February 6, 2024 at 4:22 PM

We're hiring!

We're hiring! Fish culturist, carpenter, and game wardens mefishwildlife.com We're hiring! Office Associate II - Information Specialist This is a customer service position with the Department's Information Center that provide…

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February 1, 2024 at 9:14 PM

Cold days, warm memories

Cold days, warm memories Ice Fishing Updates for February mefishwildlife.com Gear up and get ready to go fishing! Winter is in full swing, and we have some exciting ice fishing opportunities coming up that you're not going t…

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February 1, 2024 at 9:02 PM

Ready to ride?

Ready to ride? mefishwildlife.com Ride right, ride sober It's finally snowmobiling season! Many of Maine's dedicated snowmobile clubs have begun grooming and opening trails, however some of Maine's lakes are not yet frozen and have s…

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January 29, 2024 at 9:05 PM

Maine's Great Outdoors Awaits

Maine's Great Outdoors Awaits Join NatureQuest 2024 mefishwildlife.com Embark on the ultimate outdoor challenge Are you ready for an adventure that will redefine your connection with the great outdoors? We're thrilled to anno…

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January 25, 2024 at 9:00 PM

Traps + Trails LGBTQIA+ Winter Outdoor Extravaganza!

Traps + Trails LGBTQIA+ Winter Outdoor Extravaganza! mefishwildlife.com Folks of all identities, abilities, and experience levels are invited to join us on February 17, 2024 from 9:00am - 2:00pm at Range Pond State Park for a day of …

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January 24, 2024 at 2:02 PM

2024 Moose Permit Lottery Dates

2024 Moose Permit Lottery Dates mefishwildlife.com 2024 Moose permit lottery applications will be accepted online only beginning April 1 until May 15, 2024 at 11:59 pm Moose photo by Tori Lee Jackson Applications for the moose permi…

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January 23, 2024 at 8:34 PM

Camp North Woods lottery is open!

Camp North Woods lottery is open! Apply today! mefishwildlife.com Dreaming of s'mores, fishing, and summer? The Camp North Woods lottery is open! Camp North Woods is a week-long overnight camp for kids (ages 10-14) filled wi…

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January 18, 2024 at 9:11 PM

Maine Golden Eagle Study

Maine Golden Eagle Study A new community science opportunity! mefishwildlife.com Maine Golden Eagle Study Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife in collaboration with the Eastern Golden Eagle Working Group (EGEWG) …

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January 17, 2024 at 10:33 PM

How do Maine’s Reptiles and Amphibians Survive Winter?

How do Maine?s Reptiles and Amphibians Survive Winter? Herps in Hiding Blog mefishwildlife.com How do Maine?s Reptiles and Amphibians Survive Winter? When daylight is in short supply and temperatures drop, we huddle by the fi…

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January 10, 2024 at 7:17 PM

Ice fishing with live baitfish?

Ice fishing with live baitfish? You're one of the last lines of defense stopping the spread of unwanted species. mefishwildlife.com Fishing responsibly with live baitfish Anglers baiting their hooks are one of the last lines of def…

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January 5, 2024 at 2:22 PM

New Year, New Goals

New Year, New Goals mefishwildlife.com Don't forget about hunting in your New Year's Resolutions Are you already feeling nostalgic for hunting? You don't have to wait until the fall to get out into the woods and sharpen your hunting …

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January 1, 2024 at 2:33 AM

Maine's 2024 Fishing Laws now available online - download a copy today!

Maine's 2024 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 27, 2023 at 8:51 PM

January Fishing Report

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December 8, 2023 at 1:59 PM

Experiences make the best gifts! 🌲

Experiences make the best gifts! 🌲 Maine wildlife and adventure inspired gift ideas. mefishwildlife.com Gift ideas for the outdoor enthusiast in your life! Season Pass to Maine Wildlife Park Experiences make the best gifts…

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November 30, 2023 at 4:46 PM

The Great Tick Debate

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November 28, 2023 at 7:42 PM

Thank a landowner

Thank a landowner Show your appreciation mefishwildlife.com 5 Ways to Thank a Landowner Photo credit: Northeast Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies If you are receiving this email you are most likely thankful for Mai…

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November 28, 2023 at 5:57 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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November 27, 2023 at 8:10 PM

It's Up to Us All

It's Up to Us All Protect the sports you love. mefishwildlife.com Maine is home to thousands of miles of ATV and snowmobile trails, providing riders with incredible views, lifelong memories, and much-needed time outside O…

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November 27, 2023 at 5:53 PM

Muzzleloader season has begun

Muzzleloader season has begun mefishwildlife.com It's still deer hunting season! Give muzzleloader hunting a shot If you haven't filled your deer tag(s) yet, don't give up!  Deer hunting can be a test of patience, but you cannot harv…

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November 21, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Outdoor lover gift guide

Outdoor lover gift guide mefishwildlife.com Gift ideas for the outdoor enthusiast in your life! MDIFW logo gear and apparel  Our online store features logo merchandise including hats, t-shirts, drinkware, and more! Orders should b…

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November 20, 2023 at 4:00 PM

Maine Deer Spy Progress Update

Maine Deer Spy Progress Update You've spotted a lot of deer! mefishwildlife.com Thank you for your submissions! On behalf of Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, thank you for taking some time to record and subm…

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November 17, 2023 at 4:47 PM

The fastest bird in the world

The fastest bird in the world Learn about peregrine falcon conservation efforts in Maine mefishwildlife.com Learn about peregrine falcon conservation efforts in Maine Credit Deb Powers Peregrine falcons, the fastest and mos…

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November 15, 2023 at 1:23 PM

Antlerless deer permits for sale

Antlerless deer permits for sale Permits still available in WMDs 22, 23, 24, 25, and 29 mefishwildlife.com Antlerless deer permits are still available for purchase for WMDs 22, 23, 24, 25, and 29 Starting Thursday, November 1…

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November 13, 2023 at 5:13 PM

Wildlife Habitat on Your Woodlot Workshop

Wildlife Habitat on Your Woodlot Workshop Learn how to promote wildlife diversity on your land! mefishwildlife.com Wildlife Habitat on Your Woodlot Workshop Red morph eastern screech-owl   Come learn about promoting diversit…

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November 13, 2023 at 4:43 PM

Hiring Deputy Game Wardens for next summer

Hiring Deputy Game Wardens for next summer Maine Warden Service is hiring! mefishwildlife.com Apply today to be a Deputy Game Warden this summer The Maine Warden Service is now hiring seasonal?Deputy Game Wardens These po…

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November 5, 2023 at 2:17 PM

Reminder: You can purchase another antlerless deer permit Nov. 6!

Reminder: You can purchase another antlerless deer permit Nov. 6! Permits still available in WMDs 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, and 29 mefishwildlife.com You can purchase another antlerless deer permit online starting Monday, November …

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November 3, 2023 at 7:57 PM

Yes, it's still fishing season!

Yes, it's still fishing season! November Fishing Report mefishwildlife.com Now's your chance to get those last open water fishing days in! The leaves have turned, hunting season has begun, but there are still hundreds of wat…

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October 28, 2023 at 2:37 AM

UPDATE: Emergency hunting closures have been repealed

UPDATE: Emergency hunting closures have been repealed mefishwildlife.com Emergency hunting closures put in place for some Maine towns have been lifted In order to ensure the safety of the public, and assist law enforcement in their s…

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October 27, 2023 at 9:03 PM

Hunting prohibited in some towns until further notice!

Hunting prohibited in some towns until further notice! mefishwildlife.com Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2023 hunting will be prohibited in some Maine towns In order to ensure the safety of the public, and assist la…

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October 25, 2023 at 8:37 PM

Rut Watch: A New Community Science Project

Rut Watch: A New Community Science Project Have you observed any breeding season behaviors? mefishwildlife.com Have you observed any white-tailed deer breeding season behavior? Be on the lookout for buck rubs, scrapes, sparri…

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October 25, 2023 at 8:23 PM

Firearms hunting season is almost here!

Firearms hunting season is almost here! Firearms season begins October 28 for residents mefishwildlife.com Firearms hunting season for deer is finally within sight Maine's firearms hunting season starts Saturday, October 28 f…

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October 24, 2023 at 4:08 PM

Do your part to keep CWD out of Maine

Do your part to keep CWD out of Maine Protect Maine's white-tailed deer mefishwildlife.com Protect Maine's white-tailed deer Do your part to keep Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) out of Maine Follow Maine?s import laws.?It…

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October 18, 2023 at 8:37 PM

Meat care - What is your plan?

Meat care - What is your plan? mefishwildlife.com Do you have a plan to care for your deer meat? Before heading afield, always have a plan for how you will care for your deer meat. If you start thinking about meat care after you harvest a d…

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October 18, 2023 at 7:56 PM

Butterflies of Maine Book🦋

Butterflies of Maine Book🦋 Featuring MDIFW’s own wildlife biologist, Phillip deMaynadier mefishwildlife.com Butterflies of Maine and the Canadian Maritime Provinces Book now available for purchase! Featuring over 120 bu…

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October 17, 2023 at 5:41 PM

Fall Fun Weekend this weekend!

Fall Fun Weekend this weekend! at Maine Wildlife Park mainewildlifepark.com Join us at our annual Fall Fun Weekend! Saturday, October 21 and Sunday, October 22 A park-wide scavenger hunt, fall and wildlife-themed lawn games, nocturnal …

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October 16, 2023 at 6:51 PM

TWO-Day Youth Deer Hunt!

TWO-Day Youth Deer Hunt! Friday, October 20-Saturday, October 21, 2023 mefishwildlife.com Inspire the next generation during the two-day Youth Deer Hunt: Friday, October 20 - Saturday, October 21, 2023 Your first hunt is alwa…

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October 16, 2023 at 5:07 PM

Hikers, birders, hunters, and trappers all share Maine's woods in the fall

Hikers, birders, hunters, and trappers all share Maine's woods in the fall mefishwildlife.com Maine is a place for all outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers, birders, hunters, trappers, and more ? If you are out enjoying Maine's outdoors, reme…

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October 14, 2023 at 12:37 PM

Consider making the switch to non-lead ammunition

Consider making the switch to non-lead ammunition It's better for avian scavengers! mefishwildlife.com Why make the switch to non-lead ammunition? To protect avian scavengers such as bald eagles Hunters themselves are conserv…

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October 13, 2023 at 4:28 PM

Purchase another antlerless deer permit Nov. 6!

Purchase another antlerless deer permit Nov. 6! Permits still available in WMDs 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, and 29 mefishwildlife.com You can purchase another antlerless deer permit online starting Monday, November 6 at 9:30AM! Antle…

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October 12, 2023 at 8:32 PM

New Online ATV and Snowmobile Safety Course

New Online ATV and Snowmobile Safety Course mefishwildlife.com Be a safe, responsible ATV and snowmobile rider by completing a safety course Riding an ATV or snowmobile is a great way to enjoy the Maine outdoors. It's important to ri…

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