ASSOCIATED PRESS • February 23, 2021
Out-of-state hunters in Maine might soon be required to hire licensed guides to hunt big game. Maine is home to a number of popular fall hunts, including seasons for moose, bear, white-tailed deer and wild turkey. Democratic Senate President Troy Jackson of Allagash said Monday his proposal would require nonresident hunters to hire a licensed Maine guide if their own state, province or country of residence has a similar requirement. Residents of many Canadian provinces would have to adjust to the new rules. Provinces such as New Brunswick and Quebec, which border Maine, require nonresidents to hire guides for game hunting.