Sports Full Moon Hike at Hidden Valley Nature Center Crate Modifieds join lineup at Wiscasset Speedway in 2025 Wiscasset’s Earth Day celebration April 26 Stellar weekend for Edgecomb athlete The 42nd Maine Maple Sunday Weekend is here Outdoors Midcoast Conservancy offers 2 naturalist programs Studying put to use on Wiscasset trail Coastal Rivers’ Camp Mummichog registration opens offering kids summer enrichment Full Moon Hike at HVNC Chewonki Foundation retiree Greg Shute getting national honor Teens to Trails kicks off Winter Outdoors Series at Hidden Valley Nature Center Coastal Rivers seeks volunteers for pop-up sledding parties Full Moon Hike at Hidden Valley Nature Center Coastal Rivers’ February Vacation Camp offers outdoor adventures Pop-up sledding parties at Coastal Rivers Salt Bay Farm On the Water High school sailing set to begin this month A Coast Guard Auxiliarist Station, Boothbay Harbor Northern Shrimp Section releases Draft Amendment 4 for public comment More Sports >> Apple Tree Pruning 101 at Oak Point Farm It’s not too early or too late to prune your apple trees! Boothbay Region Land Trust invites you to join us on Thursday, March 20 from 10-11:30 a.m. at Oak Point Farm for Apple Tree Pruning 101. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to refresh your knowledge, this workshop will cover the essential skills for maintaining healthy, productive apple trees. Wiscasset’s Anna Strozier lands Lobster Bowl Classic cheering invite Wiscasset Middle High School senior Anna Strozier just learned she will be part of the next Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic, including a week's training camp at Central Maine Community College in Auburn, a game eve banquet and the July 19 game. Wiscasset falters late in QF loss to Telstar/Gould The Wiscasset Wolverines' Class D South Boys’ quarterfinal game Feb. 15 was all about missed opportunities. Too many turnovers and too many second chance points for Telstar/Gould received due to their offensive rebounds. But, in fact, it really came down to 16 missed free throws in regulation as the Wolverines lost 74-67 in overtime to Telstar/Gould Academy. For the game, Wiscasset made 13 of 29 free throws, and went 2-4 in overtime. Wolverines return to tournament after another successful season The Wiscasset Wolverines hope it's "deja vu" all over again Saturday, Feb. 15 when they face No. 3 Telstar/Gould (13-5) in the Class D South Boys' Basketball quarterfinal. Last season, Wiscasset made the tournament for the first time in a decade and advanced to the regional semifinal after an upset quarterfinal win. Cobras slither past Wolverines in boys hoop action The Wiscasset boys' basketball team doesn't play a typical Class D schedule with games intermittently this season against much larger schools. On Jan. 6, Wiscasset lost, 65-64, to the Class C south sixth-place Richmond Bobcats in a road contest. On Jan. 22, Wiscasset lost to Class B Morse, in Bath, 54-31. Girls basketball Coaching change at Wiscasset The following statement from Wiscasset schools' athletic director, Brandon Rogers, went out to parents, Wiscasset Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kim Andersson said: "Effective Friday, Jan. 24, the Wiscasset Athletic Department has made the decision to part ways with (Girls Varsity Basketball) Head Coach Daniel Wall. This change comes as part of our ongoing commitment to uplift our athletic programs and support our student body in achieving their fullest potential. Coast Guard Academy women’s basketball team tours Boothbay Harbor The Coast Guard Academy’s women’s basketball team, the Bears, visited Boothbay Harbor on a snowy Saturday afternoon, Jan. 11, en route to an away game at Maine Maritime Academy. The team’s 14 players and two coaches were greeted at the Boothbay Harbor Coast Guard Station (BHCGS) where they received a tour of the facilities and spoke with active service members about their roles in the Coast Guard. Snow cut their tour of the harbor short, but the team enjoyed the footbridge before heading to the… Guided hike at Pemaquid Pond Preserve with Coastal Rivers Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah Gladu will lead a gentle winter walk at Pemaquid Pond Preserve in Bremen from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11. The wooded trail is mostly flat, and culminates at a lovely lookout on Pemaquid Pond. On the way, Gladu will point out animal tracks and signs of Maine mammals such as snowshoe hare, porcupine, weasel, white-tailed deer, and fox. Seahawk indoor track opener breaks records To say Boothbay Region High School's first indoor track meet of the season went well is an understatement. At the Dec. 20 meet in Gorham, Seahawk athletes placed top five in 12 events, five studentsqualified for the state championships in 10 total events, and the Seahawks broke five school records. Robust roster brightens outlook for Seahawk indoor track The Seahawks indoor track team has high hopes this year thanks to the returning athletes and influx of fresh faces that bolster a robust roster. Coach Nick Scott said the season is off to a “tremendous start,” partly thanks to the over 30 students that make up the largest team ever. Midcoast Conservancy ski lease program begins Dec. 18 Midcoast Conservancy is providing affordable, quality cross-country ski leases of high quality skis, boots, and poles for kids and adults. After being sized for the gear at one of three fitting sessions, skiers keep their gear for as long as the snow lasts, so they can ski on great equipment wherever and whenever they want. Guided hike at Keyes Woods Preserve with Coastal Rivers Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah Gladu will lead a hike at Keyes Woods Preserve in Bristol from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13. The trail at Keyes Woods Preserve follows a meandering route through the forest, along a hemlock-shaded stream and down to the shores of the Pemaquid River. Gladu will offer tips on identifying trees in winter and point out signs of animals preparing for winter. Bobby Deetjen inducted into UMF Hall of Fame Former Boothbay Region High School standout basketball player, Bobby Deetjen of Boothbay Harbor, was recently inducted into the University of Maine at Farmington Hall of Fame. He and four others were honored at a ceremony on Nov. 22 at UMF. Welcoming winter at Hidden Valley Nature Center Now that the trees are bare, and some mornings start off frostily, Midcoast Conservancy is offering a variety of ways to explore the changing landscape and light at Hidden Valley Nature Center in Jefferson. Turkey Trot restarts at new BRHS trail Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 28, communityorganizers invite all ages to join the 2024 Boothbay Region Turkey Trot at Boothbay Region High School (BRHS). Local basketball season begins with Wiscasset’s 2nd annual Turkey Tip-Off The Wiscasset Wolverines will host the Boothbay Region Seahawks and other boys and girls basketball teams at the second annual Turkey Tip-Off tournament on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 22 and 23. Games will be played at Wiscasset Middle High School (WMHS) and Wiscasset Community Center (WCC). Each team is guaranteed two games. The games will be two 20-minute halves and the time will stop during the last two minutes of each half on any infractions. Admission will be $6 per person. Those 12… A modern shipbuilder's journey: Family, fanbase and a tickle in the back of the brain When Fred Wilson planted spruce trees on his farm in western Massachusetts, he likely did not picture what would become of them. Decades later, a particularly robust specimen was crafted into the main mast for a 38-foot sailboat handmade by his great grandson whose journey has made him an internet celebrity. Aidric Canada named first-team All-Campbell Conference The Boothbay Seahawks presented six individuals awards Nov. 6 during their season-ending 8-man football ceremony. The following players were recognized for their outstanding performance: Griffin Yereance, Lineman of the Year; Shawn Gamage, Coach's Award; Tyson French, Offensive Player of the Year; Maddox Cusumano, Most Valuable Player; and Aidric Canada, Defensive Player of the Year. Guided hike at Salt Bay Farm with Coastal Rivers In celebration of national “Take a Hike” day, Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah Gladu will lead a hike at Salt Bay Farm in Damariscotta from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18. Taking a leisurely pace through the rolling hayfields alongside Great Salt Bay, the group will visit ancient shell middens, look for late migratory birds, and visit the salt marsh in hopes of spotting signs of mink and other wildlife. Seahawks dominate conference cross-country championships The Seahawks flew through the Mountain Valley Conference (MVC) championship cross-country course Oct. 19 at University of Maine Augusta. Boothbay won both team events and Karen Higgins, voted conference Runner of the Year, took first place in the girls race. The win seals the girls’ MVC dominance, as they left the conference season undefeated. Support the Wiscasset Newspaper Please help sustain local journalism. Become an online member today: Hi, Welcome and thank you for your support. To manage your account, just hover and click on your name above. Join Today Member Login Sponsored Content Main Street Shop Jacob Jolliff Band w/Anna May Camden Opera House The Blue Café: 40 Thieves Camden Opera House SGS Closed Saturday 3/19 Southport General Store & Barn Beer & Wine Sale at SGS! Southport General Store & Barn Fresh Cupcakes! 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