For more information on what to know and do when encountering orphaned, sick or injured wildlife, go to this website provided by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife. To contact, donate or volunteer for Maine Wildlife Transport, or for more information, go to: www.mainewildlifetransport.com/ To contact, donate or volunteer for Wilderness Miracles, or […]
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Wild animal in need? Dan Foss to the rescue
It’s a wild life for Maine Wildlife Transport founder Dan Foss, who has dedicated himself to helping animals in distress.
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Coyote trapping in Cape Elizabeth raises ethical questions among residents
A farmer received a permit that allows the trapping and killing of the coyotes, saying that a large pack is causing damage and poses a threat to the safety of animals and young children.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine wildlife officials investigating after 2 moose are illegally killed
State wardens say the crimes are especially egregious because the carcasses were left to rot rather than used for food.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Frustrations overflow after lake group tries to keep Tripp Pond water levels high
Amid allegations of trespassing, trickery and a lake association gone rogue, long-time residents say their trust and the lake’s health have been compromised.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News, Uncategorized
U.S. auditors accuse Maine of misusing federal grants to shore up its pension fund
The practice, while not unique to Maine, exceeded ‘reasonable’ allowances as it diverted $2.6 million away from fishing, hunting and wildlife protection programs.
Posted inMaine, News, Oxford Hills
Porter woman hospitalized after punching a black bear in the nose
The attack is considered “provoked” after a dog chased a bear into woods and then led the bear into a backyard where its owner came face-to-face with the bear.
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Thousands attend Moose Permit Lottery in Augusta, and only a lucky few will go on the hunt of a lifetime
Out of 72,446 applicants, only 4,106 were chosen Saturday afternoon to receive a moose hunting permit in the state lottery. 46,242 applicants were residents, and the other 26,204 were non-residents, marking the highest number of applicants since 2003.
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Face Time: Joe Roy of Durham — a homesteading, powerlifting, wildlife biologist
Jay native Joe Roy is a private lands wildlife biologist for the state of Maine who juggles a host of personal passions while helping you make your land wildlife friendly.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Wardens concerned after woman took a baby raccoon to an Auburn pet store — where it was kissed and cuddled
Wardens on Thursday were seeking information about a woman who took a juvenile raccoon into an Auburn pet store, where the animal was said to have been kissed by a few in the store.