Maine Wildlife Park Experiences Its Best Year Yet
February 21, 2008
From the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
GRAY, Maine – The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray, owned and operated by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, saw its best season ever in 2007 with more than 108,000 visits and close to $590,000 in total revenue.
This represents a 12.9 percent increase in visitations and a 31.3 percent increase in total revenue over 2006.
“Maine residents and out-of-state tourists are drawn to our special events and our wildlife and conservation education programming for children,” said IF&W Natural Science Educator Lisa Kane. “Superintendant Curtis Johnson, the park’s staff and volunteers look forward to welcoming them again this year, and we invite newcomers to come and learn more about Maine’s wildlife.” Read more
Maine’s Ice Fishing Report For February 18, 2008
February 20, 2008
From the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
Region A – Southwestern Maine
Anglers were fired up for the 9th Annual FET Fishing Derby, which was held on Little Ossipee Lake during President’s Day weekend. Ice conditions were a little messy with a layer of slush sandwiched between the solid ice and a thinner upper-crust/ice layer. These conditions forced derby organizers to prohibit the use of cars and trucks on the ice, and may have been partially responsible for the slightly lower turnout than prior years. Nonetheless, there was a good turnout, a relatively good catch, and all seemed to be having a good time. The following is a list of some of the top prizes and winners (see attached photo to view some of the biggest fish entered): Read more
Rocky And Lisa Freda Winners, Maine’s “Innovation in Tourism” Award
February 18, 2008
I am happy to announce that my two very good friends, Rocky and Lisa Freda, owners of Sun Valley Sports in the Bethel/Newry/Sunday River area were chosen as the recipients of this year’s Innovation in Tourism Award issued by the Maine governor, John Baldacci.
A friend and local business woman, Wende Gray, nominated the Freda’s for the award. Below is a copy of the nomination letter sent to the governor’s office. Read more
Charter Fishing Wisconsin Electronics For Salmon fishing!
February 15, 2008
By Capt. Jim Hirt
Captain Jim Hirt operates his fishing business out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Blue Max Charters.
I often get the question of what tackle do I need to get started in motor trolling for salmon and trout. This series of articles will take you from bare essentials to no budget, all inclusive fishing equipment.
In the previous two articles we have covered plan ‘A’ downriggers basic applications and stealth option plan ‘B’. Electronics are a must-have for any type of fishing. I will try to balance cost with productivity in this article. Read more
Five Snowmobilers From New York Missing Near Greenville, Maine
February 8, 2008
From the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.
AUGUSTA, Maine – A search is under way for five snowmobilers from New York state who called two friends early this morning to say they were lost en route from a Greenville bar to a hotel in Bingham.
The Maine Warden Service was notified of the missing men at approximately 9 a.m. and have initiated a search. One warden is contacting Greenville bars and hotels, a cell phone company and family members to get vital information that will be helpful in finding the men. Two wardens are en route and a pilot is prepared to go into the air. Read more
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