It made perfect business sense. In fact, it was probably genius. Hordes of potential customers throughout the northeastern United States were eager for more information about this vast forest land in northern Maine and the abundant fish and wildlife that were there for the taking. That was probably the thought process behind the creation of In the Maine Woods, a publication … [Read more...] about In The Maine Woods
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Edmund Ware Smith – Woodsmoke From Old Cabins
I stumbled across a great Edmund Ware Smith article on old cabins in the Sports Illustrated archives from 1954. You can read the full story here. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Edmund Ware Smith – Woodsmoke From Old Cabins
Arthur MacDougall, Jr.
Dud Dean was, as they say, the quintessential Maine Guide. An honest man, expert woodsman, and captivating storyteller, Dean captured the hearts and minds of outdoor enthusiasts throughout the country for decades beginning in the 1930’s. First appearing in Field & Stream magazine and later compiled in several published books, the Dud Dean stories were the brainchild of … [Read more...] about Arthur MacDougall, Jr.
Dave Richey on the Classic Outdoor Writers
I recently stumbled across the website for accomplished outdoor writer Dave Richey (DaveRichey.com). In one of his articles, Richey recalls his favorite outdoor writers of the past, and explains how reading their material can help you improve your hunting and fishing skills. Read the article here. … [Read more...] about Dave Richey on the Classic Outdoor Writers
Edmund Ware Smith
The Dobsis Lakes. Grand Lake Stream. The East Branch of the Penobscot. Mattagamon Lake. If you hunt and fish in Maine, then odds are you’re somewhat familiar with most of these areas. What you might not know, however, is that several decades ago, outdoor writer Edmund Ware Smith was bringing these Maine haunts to life on the pages of national magazines. In a time when … [Read more...] about Edmund Ware Smith