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April 5, 2024 at 11:27 PM

Be safe and prepared when hiking during the early season!

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April 2, 2024 at 4:21 PM

Maine's Moose Permit Lottery is now open!

Maine's Moose Permit Lottery is now open! Apply to the moose permit lottery today! mefishwildlife.com It's time to apply for the annual Maine moose permit lottery! Moose photo by Tori Lee Jackson The application period for t…

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April 1, 2024 at 2:31 PM

April Fishing Report

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March 30, 2024 at 8:46 PM

SustainME Spring 2024

SustainME Spring 2024 Learn outdoor skills designed to bring you closer to self reliance in Maine! mefishwildlife.com Welcoming folks of all identities and skill levels to a day of outdoor skills designed to bring you closer …

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March 23, 2024 at 12:28 PM

Visiting Maine for the solar eclipse?

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March 21, 2024 at 10:23 PM

Chickadee Check-off

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March 20, 2024 at 7:35 PM

REMINDER! Maine has a new boater safety and education requirement

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March 16, 2024 at 11:42 AM

Check out MDIFW's new podcast series Private for Public!

Check out MDIFW's new podcast series Private for Public! mefishwildlife.com Catch up on MDIFW's new podcast series Private for Public Open land is a gift, not a given Unlike most states, Maine has a long tradition of public acce…

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March 15, 2024 at 9:31 PM

The air is warming but the water is still very COLD!

The air is warming but the water is still very COLD! mefishwildlife.com Always wear a lifejacket ? If you think you will have time to find and put on your lifejacket after you are in the water, think again. A lifejacket can only help save your…

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March 15, 2024 at 8:00 PM

We're hiring!

We're hiring! Fish Culturist, Information Specialist and Environmental Review Program Coordinator mefishwildlife.com We're hiring! Office Associate II - Information Specialist This is a customer service position with the Depa…

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March 14, 2024 at 1:50 PM

Accepting 2024 Moose Permit Lottery Applications Soon!

Accepting 2024 Moose Permit Lottery Applications Soon! Accepted online April 1 - May 15 2024 mefishwildlife.com 2024 Moose permit lottery applications will be accepted online only beginning April 1 until May 15, 2024 at 11:59…

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March 11, 2024 at 12:46 PM

Game Warden Career Information Nights in Bangor, Sidney, Gray, and Presque Isle

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March 8, 2024 at 6:25 PM

Kennebec Land Trust Conservation Lecture Series

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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January 17, 2024 at 10:33 PM

How do Maine’s Reptiles and Amphibians Survive Winter?

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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

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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

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November 27, 2023 at 5:53 PM

Muzzleloader season has begun

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November 21, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Outdoor lover gift guide

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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

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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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