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Penobscot Valley Hunting Report: April 28, 2009

The Penobscot Region

Physical Characteristics

The Penobscot River Region (F) encompasses some of the most diverse landscapes in Maine. Located in the east central portion of the state, this region includes mile-high Mount Katahdin and Baxter State Park, the vast southern Aroostook softwood flats, the hilly lake country south of Route 6, and the rolling farm country of western Penobscot County. The human population is decidedly rural in character, with few population centers, light development pressure, and little posted land.
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Penobscot Valley Hunting Report: January 22, 2009

Physical Characteristics

The Penobscot River Region (F) encompasses some of the most diverse landscapes in Maine. Located in the east central portion of the state, this region includes mile-high Mount Katahdin and Baxter State Park, the vast southern Aroostook softwood flats, the hilly lake country south of Route 6, and the rolling farm country of western Penobscot County. The human population is decidedly rural in character, with few population centers, light development pressure, and little posted land.

The Penobscot River watershed is the backbone of the region. Major rivers feeding into the Penobscot include the Mattawamkeag, the Piscataquis, the Pleasant, the Passadumkeag, and the east and west branches of the upper Penobscot. Early development of farms and lumber operations centered along these river corridors, due to their importance for travel and water power. Many of the early farms and developments are now abandoned and provide prime upland wildlife habitat.

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Penobscot Valley Hunting Report: November 21, 2008

-Physical Characteristics

The Penobscot River Region (F) encompasses some of the most diverse landscapes in Maine. Located in the east central portion of the state, this region includes mile-high Mount Katahdin and Baxter State Park, the vast southern Aroostook softwood flats, the hilly lake country south of Route 6, and the rolling farm country of western Penobscot County. The human population is decidedly rural in character, with few population centers, light development pressure, and little posted land.

The Penobscot River watershed is the backbone of the region. Major rivers feeding into the Penobscot include the Mattawamkeag, the Piscataquis, the Pleasant, the Passadumkeag, and the east and west branches of the upper Penobscot. Early development of farms and lumber operations centered along these river corridors, due to their importance for travel and water power. Many of the early farms and developments are now abandoned and provide prime upland wildlife habitat.

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Penobscot Valley Hunting Report: October 20, 2008

- Physical Characteristics

The Penobscot River Region (F) encompasses some of the most diverse landscapes in Maine. Located in the east central portion of the state, this region includes mile-high Mount Katahdin and Baxter State Park, the vast southern Aroostook softwood flats, the hilly lake country south of Route 6, and the rolling farm country of western Penobscot County. The human population is decidedly rural in character, with few population centers, light development pressure, and little posted land.

The Penobscot River watershed is the backbone of the region. Major rivers feeding into the Penobscot include the Mattawamkeag, the Piscataquis, the Pleasant, the Passadumkeag, and the east and west branches of the upper Penobscot. Early development of farms and lumber operations centered along these river corridors, due to their importance for travel and water power. Many of the early farms and developments are now abandoned and provide prime upland wildlife habitat.

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Penobscot Valley Hunting Report: July 25, 2008

There are currently no hunting reports available. We will post the new reports as soon as they are updated by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. Thank you for your patience.


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