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Master Anger Program takes off
An angler incentive program designed to encourage fishing among adults and children, as well as to gather information on big fish caught in Vermont, has really taken off.


Great Rutland Race offers local adventure
The television show “The Amazing Race” pulls together some basic elements — competition, adventure, friendship and adversity — to create excitement. The show, in which teams of two take on challenges as they travel in a foreign country, all while racing against other teams, takes the viewer on a great adventure.


Banding ducks takes time, expertise
ADDISON — John Mlcuch was ready to blast away. The two buckets of cut corn was spread out nicely, less than 20 yards from our duck blind. Despite the fact that some 60 wild ducks — mostly mallards — were eagerly feeding on the corn, Mlcuch held off.


Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine: sister states
Mention New England to someone living outside the area, and the very name will evoke images of quaint villages, farms and, usually, snow. Like siblings, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine share similarities but each is uniquely different.


Hike explores Molly Beattie State Forest and honors her contributions
Outdoor Vermont recreation column.


This is not your father's mountain biking
Twenty years ago the mountain biking image was murky: mud-covered riders on squatty bikes with chunky tires who rode slap-dash, perhaps in places where they shouldn’t be, and left behind some chewed up ground and broken vegetation. Today mountain biking has a sexy, marketable new image.


Bears plus bird feeders equals big trouble
After his BMW was trashed last year, a Barnard man determined that it was time to stop feeding the bears.


September season targets resident geese
The number of resident Canada geese in Vermont has grown to such numbers in recent years that waterfowl hunters are offered two hunting seasons.


Clean Vessel Act Grants available
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October walkabout challenges local businesses
On average, employees spend 45-50 hours at work each week. So it is not surprising that in this culture, employee health and wellness receives more attention these days by employers.


IDIC 15 Run Partners with organizers of Burlington Marathon
IDIC adds 15K run to Sept. 15 event


Outdoor writer Dennis Jensen will be missed in office
Outdoor writer Jensen will be missed around the office
Outdoor Vermont recreation column.


After almost 33 years, it was time to give up the newsroom
Calling it quits, after almost 33 years


Vermonts Fall Turkey Hunting is Expanded for bow and shotgun seasons
WATERBURY — Vermont’s fall turkey hunting season opportunities are expanded as the result of a regulation change in effect this year.


Cityscape Program in Barre teaches kids to embrace the great outdoors
Cityscape Program has kids embracing the great outdoors


Walking in the woods soothes the soul
Exercise the body to soothe the soul
I have long believed that the outdoors can heal what ails you.


FLW Series coming to Lake Champlain
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — The FLW Series will visit Lake Champlain in Plattsburgh, N.Y., Aug. 25-28 for the third of four stops in the Eastern Division circuit.


One last vacation: family hiking
If you are looking for ways to enjoy family time late in the summer after the vacation budget is spent, go for a hike. Hiking is a wonderful family activity that combines exercise, discovery, conversation and laughter.


Birding 101 Get out and see what you can find
I often cycle the same stretch of road. Early this summer I noticed that every time I passed a certain hay field, perched on a shabby, roadside sign was a black bird with a bit of red color on his wing. I felt sure he was watching me ride by.


Its Hunter Education Season in Vermont
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Levins cited by L.L. Bean for her volunteer spirit, dedication to kids and Nordic skiing
You could say that Mary Anne Levins has put together an impressive resume. Ranked as the top female collegiate golfer at Duke University, Levins went on to play for a year on the LPGA Tour.


OutdoorsVT.: Events offer chance to hike, bike and paddle
Be extra careful out there today.


Caving enthusiasts meet at annual convention in Vermont
caving enthusiasts gather in essex


Citizen science engages everyday people in environmental matters
citizens learn about science


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