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Will Banning Some Bear Hunting Methods Help Maine's Bears?

The Humane Society of the United States is working to ban the use of bait, dogs and traps for bear hunting in Maine via voter referendum. Jeff Johnston explains why such a move would actually hurt the state's bear population far more than it would help it.

HSUS' Lawsuit to Silence Maine Wildlife Professionals Dismissed

Superior court judge trounces Humane Society for trying to muzzle wildlife experts and put an end to bear hunting.

Member's Hunt: Tough to Beat His First

Our latest Member's Hunt comes from Angela Gibson of Maine.

Maine's High Court Sides with Bear Hunters, Rejects HSUS Lawsuit

After nearly a year and a half of court proceedings, a Humane Society of the United States lawsuit against the state of Maine has been dismissed.

Member's Hunt: Proud of Her First

This latest Member's Hunt comes from Arthur E. Tome of Bowdoinham, Maine.

Black Bear Magic

Leave the tourists behind in Maine to find an adventure Downeast.

A Guide to the Big Woods

Maine’s Matt Whitegiver has guided hunters for more than 40 years. Today, he lives to guide Special Operations veterans to Big Woods adventure—and perhaps a path back to peace.

The Maine Attraction

Maine is home to a wide range of large and small game and lots of public land on which to hunt it. Could the Pine Tree State be hunting’s best-kept secret?

Member's Hunt: It’s the Little Things …

This latest Member's Hunt comes from Douglas Franklin of Brunswick, Tenn.

Gun Control Group Loses Control of Firearm

Earlier this month, a group billing itself as Humanium Metal was participating in a firearm disposal put on by the Maine Gun Safety Coalition. During the course of the process, traditional rules of Gun Safety were not respected and a muzzleloader was negligently discharged.

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