Ziplining, which gained popularity in the jungles of Costa Rica, Hawaii is now here in Maine, and why not, the serene beauty of the Maine Summer from above is just as breathtaking.

Now there are two locations to Zip in Maine, soon there will be three.  Sugarloaf has just installed a new Zipline Course.

Wiscassett just opened a Zip/Ropes Course with Monkey C Monkey Do.

Sunday River is a few weeks away from opening their Zip Line Course.

Flying around never looked so good.

Sugarloafs, Zip Course begins at the top of the Skidway Lift, over the Rookie River through the trees at 20mph.

Participants are outfitted with mountain climbing harnesses and helmets, and a strict protocol is used to prepare zippers for the ride. A tether is attached from the participant’s harness to a wheeled trolley that rides on the zip cable. The gate opens, the zipper takes a giant step and presto, no earthly restraints.

The requirements are simple: You must be at least 60 lbs, 3 ft  and weigh less than 275 pounds to participate.

Wiscassetts’ Monkey C Monkey Do requirements,..  4 years old and older. Participants under 48 inches are restricted to the “Young Monkey Course”, while those over 48 inches may, but do not have to, access the full course.

Sugarloaf and Sunday River Zip course opens August 2010

Check em out,

Sugarloaf Zipline Course

Monkey C, Monkey Do

Sunday River Ziplining

Tell em Maine Things To Do sent ya!

-MTTD

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KAH BANG Music - Art - Film

Win a Bundle !!

Each bundle will consist of 1 Full Film Festival pass good for all screenings, as well as a 2-day music pass for the 13th and 14th of August. Winners would be added to the guest list and passes made available at the beginning of the festival at the Box Office starting August 6th!!!

What is Kahbang?

THE BIG BANG THEORY
Creation. From nothing comes something. Everyday artists generate ideas that take form physically, musically, visually. Next comes expansion. The explosion of energy, propelled outward, affecting everything around it. Artists seek to share their creations and visions with the rest of the world in order to communicate, relate or inspire. Then the process repeats itself.

The Kahbang Music, Art & Film Festival is an annual 9-day, multi-venue event that is held every August in Bangor, Maine. Kahbang 2010 focuses on artists at the beginning of their journey. But Kahbang is just not another festival, it is also a brand. A brand built on discovering the next big thing.

Music

KahBang is the premier independent music festival in New England, encompassing music, film and art; KahBang takes place on the historic Bangor waterfront and venues through out the city August 6th – 14th.

OK Go • Biz Markie • B.o.B. • The Gay Blades • Free Energy • Bad Rabbits • The Aviation Orange • Hey Marseilles • Grand Hotel • Ros Raskin & The Rice Cakes •Holy Boys Danger Club • In The Audience • Good Kids Sprouting Horns • Static of The Gods • Re-Up • Gladshot • The Sea Captains • Putnam Smith

Film
August 6th – 14th

The Kahbang Film Festival  features over 50 films and showcasing work by a variety of up and coming filmmakers who represent the future of independent cinema. Kahbang exhibits feature films, documentaries, shorts and more.

For more info on Films and Film Schedule click Here

Art

The Kahbang Art Festival showcases installations, exhibits and interactive displays throughout the week of the festival. They are free and open to pass holders and the general public as space allows. See University of Maine Art Museum Installation here

For more info on Art @ KahBang click Here

For More info go to www.kahbang.com

Tickets

The mother of all passes. The VIP Ultimate Pass allows festival goers to experience the best of Kahbang 2010. Pass holders have entry to the festival grounds for both days of the outdoor Music Festival (Friday/Saturday, August 13th & 14th) as well as access to any film screenings or off-screen events throughout the week. VIP Pass holders also get a limited edition souvenir ticket and limited edition festival poster created special for VIP Packages.

VIP ULTIMATE FESTIVAL PASS
Pass Includes:

• Entry to festival grounds (2-Day Music pass)
• Entry to any film screening (Film Pass)
• Access to all special events (Q/A sessions, Panels, etc.)
• Access to KahBang VIP events
• Advanced seating/reserved seating/preferred seating
• Limited edition 2010 festival T-shirt
• Limited edition souvenir ticket
• Complimentary beverages (water, soda, juice)*
• VIP Bar specials ($2 drafts / $3 well drinks)*

The Film Pass is an ideal choice for any cinephile wanting to experience the full range of what the 2010 Kahbang Film Festival has to offer. The pass allows for unlimited access to film screenings, discussion panels, off-screen events and more. Advanced and preferred seating is also given to pass holders during the festival. In addition, Film Pass holders are extended discounted rates on tickets for the Kahbang Music Festival.

FILM PASS (ALL SCREENINGS/UNLIMITED)
Pass Includes:

• Access to all film screenings, Q/A sessions, Panels, etc.
• Advanced seating/reserved seating/preferred seating
• Discounted “day of show” price to music festival

Tickets can also be purchased at

Contact Info

FESTIVAL INFORMATION
info@kahbang.com

TICKETING INFORMATION
tickets@kahbang.com

MUSIC FESTIVAL SUBMISSIONS
musicfest@kahbang.com

FILM FESTIVAL SUBMISSIONS
filmfest@kahbang.com

ART FESTIVAL SUBMISSIONS
art@kahbang.com

FESTIVAL PRESS RELATIONS
press@kahbang.com

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
volunteers@kahbang.com

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
sponsors@kahbang.com

FACEBOOK PROFILE
facebook.com/kahbang

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August 4th-8th

The 2010 Maine Lobster Festival is right around the corner - do you have your tickets? There is going to be so much to see and do - great entertainment, a big parade, a road race and crate race and tons of food.  Click Here for Full Schedule .

Rocky the larger-than-life lobster is a popular attraction at the Maine Lobster Festival and can also be seen in the Big Parade on Saturday morning. Photo courtesy Michael Whitman Photography.

It’s all about the lobster at the Maine Lobster Festival. Kelly Woods Photo

The crowning of the Maine Lobster Festival Sea Goddess is always held on Wednesday, the opening night of the Festival. Photo courtesy Michael Whitman Photography.

A favorite event at the Maine Lobster Festival is the William Atwood Great Lobster Crate Race. The event is held at Rockland Harbor and takes place on Sunday. Photo Courtesy The Herald-Gazette / www.VillageSoup.com

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When you’re driving north on Route 1 toward Wiscasset, you’re going to see a strange sight on the right. There’s this giant web of  ropes and cables with a few people hanging around. Maybe not hanging. They’re balancing on various wires and beams two or three stories off the ground.

That’s when you know you found Monkey C Monkey Do. It bills itself as a family adventure park. The adventure comes from navigating three levels of ropes courses. And there are two zip lines. One starts at 15 feet off the ground and two others run parallel from 40 feet up.

It was created by Bill and Danielle King of Woolwich. They built the park this year because it’s the type of family bonding activity they enjoy with their children and want to bring home to the Midcoast.

To demonstrate, Danielle invited to me to try it. Before I accepted I noticed everyone on the courses wore harnesses attached to overhead cables. OK, looks safe enough.

First came the safety video. In the four minutes, I heard three things you can do in advance for a smoother trip.

First, don’t wear sandals or high heels. Sounds kind of obvious. But you really need something that can be tied or strapped to your feet. Remember you’re up in the air. Gravity is going to try to steal flip flops. I had on trail runners. Not necessary but they have good ankle support. Which is a good thing.

Second, empty your pockets in the car. Cellphones especially. It’s possible to lose the contents of your pockets, and there is a staff member or two below. All the staff members I met are extremely nice and don’t deserved to be pelted with your loose change.

Third, visit the restroom. Once you start a course, you’re committed. There are no side exits or privacy. You have to finish what you start. And like the video says, “No one likes a naughty monkey.”

Next came the harness fitting and ground school. Ground school is a small area where they explain the safety procedures, how to use the harness and buddy system. At all times, we have a buddy. Since I’m alone, I get Tim, a staff member who uses every opportunity to show his enthusiasm for his work.

The biggest role of a buddy is to witness and double check that I’m clipped onto a supporting wire. Above every course is wire designed to support 14,400 pounds. I clip onto that with two “lobster claws” - heavy duty carabiners. Each claw is connected to a strap that is connected to my harness.

Why two? The supporting wires run between massive poles. To go from one wire to another, I need to unclip from one and clip onto another. That’s when my buddy and I interact.

Before I unclip, I have to turn to Tim and ask “Permission to unclip one?”

He says “Unclip one,” before I can take it off the wire and clip it onto the target wire.

Then I say “Check one” while sliding the clip along the wire to demonstrate it’s where it’s supposed to be.

Tim returns with his “Check one.”

This is why there are two clips and this little ritual at each transfer. While I’m moving the clip, I still am safely secured by the second lobster claw. When I transfer that one - while going through the same permission ritual - I’m safely secured with the first one. At all times I am secured by at least one clip and in no danger of falling

This is important to note because it epitomizes the attention to detail throughout the park. It starts with Danielle as she coordinates shift changes and carries through to every staff member working their stations in the park.

At anytime, there is at least half a dozen people stationed on the main platform or at stations on the course. On the ground is someone waiting for you at the end of each zip line. Each is attentive, ready to help me and very friendly. This shows how much training they receive and how dedicated everyone is to safety.

With that in mind, I can’t call this a risky activity. They’re not going to let anything happen to me.

So I’m feeling pretty secure when Tim leads me out to the Forest Floor course. It’s about 10 to 15 feet above the ground. What makes it the easiest is the fact that there are plenty of places to grab and support yourself.

That makes a difference because these are dynamic courses. Which means something’s always moving. Usually the step you’re standing on. So you want to steady yourself.

So that’s warm up for Tim and me. For young children, it’s a challenge. Many are happy with that level and the lower zip line. I’m headed for the Lower Canopy course next.

This is done from the same platform so it’s not higher. But the course requires me to walk on wires more than steps. And there are ropes to hold on to - here and there.

This is a good time to admit that I’m balance challenged. So walking tight rope - even with guide ropes - isn’t easy for me. So it’s great to hear the encouraging words from Tim as I stay upright on the course. And the rest of the staff chimes in with their “attaboys.”

Tim won’t admit it but I’m sure they learn to rescue egos as well as dangling patrons.

The Upper Canopy course is the next level up with less secure hand holds and a few leaps of faith - literally. I don’t know if it’s really harder. Except traversing the cargo nets at this level pretty much kicks my butt.

After all this, the zip line looks relaxing. Really all you have to do is slide 400 feet down the cable. No balance required. You really don’t need to hold on to anything.

So they hook me up the zip line and tell me to launch myself. To do that, I need to step off this platform. Oh. You mean basically jump? Yeah I know I’m safely connected to the cable over my head. So I’m not going to fall 40 feet. But something inside me is telling me not to do it.

But I do it anyway and send myself zipping down the line. There’s no sense of falling. It’s very secure yet liberating. I love the sensation of flying. Although that part of my brain that didn’t want me to launch myself won’t let me let go of my harness.

The second time I do it, I’m able to launch without hesitation. I try letting go of the harness but that’s not so easy. Maybe when I come back.

Yes I would come back. It’s exercise. My arms feel it. I tend to hold on to the harness for stabiilization. The staff is incredibly cheery and supportive.

It costs $40 for an adult to spend two hours on the ropes courses and zip lines. That seems like an investment - especially if you have a family. But considering that after two hours you’ve overcome something you didn’t think you could get past and heard constant praise of your tightrope-walking skills, it’ like therapy for a fraction of the cost.

Plus you’re going to have stories to tell the rest of the day.

IF YOU GO

Monkey C Monkey Do
Route 1 (near Route 144), Wiscasset
207-882-6861
http://monkeycmonkeydo.com

Adults: $40
Students: $35
Children: $25

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History of Wiscasset Maine Click Here

also see Maine Eastern Railroad - Brunswick, Bath, Wiscasset,  Rockland

Snow Squall Bed and Breakfast

Snow Squall is an elegantly relaxing Bed and Breakfast conveniently located on coastal route 1 in Wiscasset, “The Prettiest Village in Maine”. Snow Squall is 2 ¾ hours north of Boston and 25 minutes north of Freeport’s discount shopping, and LLBean. The town of Wiscasset is home to the famous “Reds Eats” voted the best Lobster Rolls in Maine, which is within walking distance from Snow Squall. Flights into Logan Airport in Boston, Portland Maine, and Manchester New Hampshire, offer convenient access to the magic of Maine’s ruggedly enchanting coastline, beaches, lighthouses, national parks, museums, whitewater rafting, skiing, snowmobiling, or just relaxing in the warmth and casual atmosphere native to Maine.

Snow Squall has seven tastefully decorated rooms, including three suites ideal for families. Each room has air conditioning, a private bath, a queen or king sized bed, and two have working fireplaces. Snow Squall’s two beautifully decorated lounges, rocking chairs on the porch overlooking the garden and gazebo, as well as our lovely dining room all provide guests with a place to relax. Snow Squall offers high speed wireless internet access, two common areas with fireplaces and tv, and beautifully relaxing grounds. Prices start at $100 per night and include a full gourmet breakfast prepared by professional chef and owner Paul Harris.
5 Bradford Road
Wiscasset, ME 04578

www.snowsquallinn.com

Phone: 207-882-6892
Fax: 207-882-6832

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Snow Squall Inn Wiscasset Maine is an elegantly relaxing Bed and Breakfast conveniently located on coastal route 1 in Wiscasset, “The Prettiest Village in Maine”. Snow Squall is 2 ¾ hours north of Boston and 25 minutes north of Freeport’s discount shopping, and LLBean. The town of Wiscasset is home to the famous “Reds Eats” voted the best Lobster Rolls in Maine, which is within walking distance from Snow Squall. Flights into Logan Airport in Boston, Portland Maine, and Manchester New Hampshire, offer convenient access to the magic of Maine’s ruggedly enchanting coastline, beaches, lighthouses, national parks, museums, whitewater rafting, skiing, snowmobiling, or just relaxing in the warmth and casual atmosphere native to Maine.

Snow Squall has seven tastefully decorated rooms, including three suites ideal for families. Each room has air conditioning, a private bath, a queen or king sized bed, and two have working fireplaces. Snow Squall’s two beautifully decorated lounges, rocking chairs on the porch overlooking the garden and gazebo, as well as our lovely dining room all provide guests with a place to relax. Snow Squall offers high speed wireless internet access, two common areas with fireplaces and tv, and beautifully relaxing grounds. Prices start at $100 per night and include a full gourmet breakfast prepared by professional chef and owner Paul Harris.

The Snows Squall Inn Yoga Studio and Spa now open. Please contact us to schedule a massage or class during your visit. We also offer private yoga classes upon request. For more information please refer to www.wickedgoodyoga.com

About the Owners

Paul and Melanie Harris purchased Snow Squall in April 2005 with the intent of providing an elegant and relaxing experience for their guests.

Paul “Chopper” Harris is a classically trained chef with an HND in hotel management and catering administration. Paul has worked for some of the finest restaurants in Paris, Switzerland, and most recently in Bermuda where he co-owned and operated the Robin Hood Pub and Restaurant.

A native of Massachusetts and a lifetime Red Sox fan, Melanie has worked in the IT industry internationally for the last 15 years, living in Brazil, Mexico, and most recently Bermuda. Melanie is a Licensed Massage Therapist and has attended Baron Baptiste Teacher Training in Mexico and Hawaii and hopes to someday offer massage therapy and vinyasa yoga classes at Snow Squall.

To see more pictures of Snow Squall Inn, please take a look at our FACEBOOK page.

Snow Squall Bed and Breakfast
5 Bradford Road
Wiscasset, ME 04578

www.snowsquallinn.com

Phone: 207-882-6892
Fax: 207-882-6832

Rooms and Rates: Our rooms have been designed with your comfort in mind. Each room has high quality linens and towels, amenities by Gilchrest and Soames, hairdryers, alarm clocks, and bathrobes. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the Inn.

• Rates include maid service and a full breakfast
• A valid Visa or MasterCard credit card number is required in advance to hold the room.
• Check in is 3:00 - 6:30. If you are going to be later than 6:30 PM please contact us to make arrangements for a late arrival
• Check out is 11:00 AM
• The Defiance, Windward, and Red Jacket suites are ideal for families traveling with children.
• 7 day minimum cancellation notice
• A Full Breakfast is served from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
• In Season: May 1st - October 31st
• Out of Season: November 1st - April 30th
• Discounts available for Chewonki Parents/Relatives

We also have online availability listed at MidCoast Maine Inns

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White Cedar Inn Freeport Maine Bed and Breakfast

Walk to LL Bean and Outlets-Hearty, Homemade Breakfast - Spacious Guest Rooms (many with 2 beds)-Fireplace Rooms-Easy Drive to Coast-WiFi Throughout-Casual New England ambiance centrally located to Mid Coast and Casco Bay Maine.

Located in the coastal village of Freeport, Maine, White Cedar Inn is a comfortable, historic bed and breakfast just a short, 2 block stroll along brick-paved sidewalks to LL Bean, the Freeport outlets and great lobster restaurants. We are minutes by car to beaches, Casco Bay, museums, Wolfe Neck Woods hiking trails, birding spots and winter activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating and sledding. Spring, summer and fall are perfect seasons to bicycle to beaches and along scenic trails. Find more ‘Things to Do’.

Plan your day over a full breakfast in our sunroom. Our guests claim our Maine blueberry pancakes are ‘world famous’! Serve yourself coffee or tea from our beverage bar. Relax in front of the fireplace or enjoy the cool summer breezes in the Adirondack chairs in the garden.

This is our 23rd year of providing comfortable lodging, scrumptious breakfasts and thought-provoking conversation to travelers in Maine.

If you can’t get away from it all, WiFi is available in every room- it works great on the patio, too.

Proud to be the first B&B in Freeport awarded the Environmental Leadership Certificate in Green Lodging by the State of Maine.

Relax…You’re home!

‘Friendly dogs like me are welcome to stay at White Cedar Inn. If you’re a dog, click here for all the details on the great room and fun perks we dogs get! I live here, too.

You may see me around outside, but I like to sleep a lot and I’m not allowed in the B&B proper unless you ask to meet me. You can read my mom’s blog for fun places to go with your people.’

Make this your year to visit! Click here for Availability

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Please call us at 1.800.853.1269 or 207.865.9099 (9 AM to 9 PM EST)

Give the gift of time. Time to relax, time to shop, time to explore, time to laugh.
White Cedar Inn Gift Certificates are available in any denomination, please click the Gift Certificate button below.

Check out Our Packages!! Click Here

All rooms have individual climate controls for heating and air-conditioning. Bedside alarm clock. Hair dryer. Fluffy towels. Conditioning shampoo, private label soaps, aloe make-up remover cloths. Quilts & down comforters. Sturdy oak luggage racks and oak valets for hanging garments. Full length mirrors. Free WiFi in rooms and throughout the Inn. Large assortment of popular magazines.

How far is it to White Cedar Inn from…

Skydive and Whitewater Rafting in Maine.

The Jump and Raft package includes a day of whitewater rafting on the Penobscot River with Three Rivers Whitewater “The Home of Serious Fun”. This trip includes an all you can eat BBQ with all the fixings, instruction, all your equipment except for a wetsuit which is a rental item.

The package also includes a Tandem Skydive with freefall from 11,000 ft over the most beautiful scenery in Maine. With clear views of Mount Katahdin and the surrounding lakes this experience will blow you away. Your skydive includes 30 minutes of instruction, an instructor that will accompany you throughout your entire jump, and all the necessary equipment.

This is the only place in the USA or The World where you can have this much fun in two days!!

Skydiving, Rafting, Food, Drinks, Nightlife, Camping, Lodging, Live Music and huge Bonfires! FUN, FUN, and more FUN! Our crew is here to make you feel alive!

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All you need for the greatest adventure experience ever is right here!!

Maine Things To Do Recommends you to Stay at The Inn By The River!!

#86 Maine Thing To Do - Skydive Maine

#45 Maine Thing To Do - Rafting Maine’s Whitewater

The Atlantic Birches Inn is a elegant yet casual Romantic, Historic, Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Old Orchard Beach Maine. The Inn is perfect for Small Weddings, Honeymoons, Vow Renewals, Engagement Surprises, Anniversaries, Elopements, Family Reunions, Vacations, Ladies Weekends, Family & Holiday Gatherings, and Weekend Getaways at the Beach. This Old Orchard Beach Inn is comprised of two buildings, the Victorian Main House built in 1903 by renowned Architect John Calvin Stevens during the beaches heyday, and the 1920’s Bungalow called The Cottage. All guest rooms are sunny, unique and comfortably decorated with antiques.

Choose from a cozy, romantic room for two to a two-bedroom suite for a family of five.  Our Old Orchard Beach Lodging offers newly renovated one-bedroom kitchenette suites are also available.  All rooms have private baths, air-conditioned and are non-smoking.

Each building has 5 beautiful guest rooms available for your enjoyment all rooms have been named after the Grand Hotels that existed in Old Orchard Beach at the time of the Inn’s construction. Located on a quiet tree lined corner, quests can easily walk a minute to shops and restaurants, and 2 minutes to the Pier, Amusement area and 7 miles of beautiful white sand beach all from this Southern Maine Lodging.

The yard offers a heated in-ground pool and well-maintained lawn for badminton or croquet. A 15-minute drive takes you to Portlands historic Old Port district, the Main Mall, Lighthouses and over fifty fine dining establishments.A twenty-five minute drive take you to Freeport or Kittery for Outlet Shopping or Kennebunkport for distinctive gifts. A memorable Old Orchard Beach vacation awaits you here. This Old Orchard Beach, Maine Lodging offers the best of the coastal Maine atsmosphere in elegance of a Bed and Breakfast in Maine. Guest rooms, named after the grand hotels in Old Orchard Beach at the time of the Bed and Breakfasts construction, are roomy and bright.

Guests wake each morning to the scent of fresh home made muffins and the aroma of fresh brewed coffee, part of the delicious continental breakfast awaiting you in our dining areas. Then enjoy relaxing with TV or a book in one of our elegant, comfortable living rooms, or Pool lounge chairs, or just watch the world go by from our spacious front porches or Gazebo shaded by our 100 year old white birch trees. Maine Wedding Officient available on site for Small Weddings, Vow Renewals and Elopement Ceremonies.

Higgins beach, as most New England surfers can tell you, offers up consistent (and occasionally crowded), waves for sliders of all skill levels. Summer is without a doubt the most popular time to surf, though the real wave season doesn’t usually roll around til after Labor Day. And, when the fog lifts, you can check out the very handy Higgins Beach Surf Cam from anywhere in the world! (http://www.higginsbeachproperties.com/id46.htm).

Further south, Long Sands and surrounding beaches in York offer up equally as consistent and welcoming surf – though when the swell picks up, watch out for barrels! Long Sands is presided over by the surf and soup outpost of Liquid Dreams (http://liquiddreamssurf.com/), one of Maine’s premier Surf shops. Another great shop in the region is Aquaholics, which provides a variety of clinics for beginner wave riders (http://www.aquaholicsurf.com/).

Maine is also fortunate enough to support a thriving surf and art culture, which is exemplified by the likes of Eugene Cole’s spectacular photo blog, (http://eugecole.wordpress.com/) Corduroy Boutique’s oft-updated Surf.Skate.Art.Love (http://surfskateartlove.blogspot.com/), and the locally based Sliding Borders, which emphasizes the coastal connection with our neighbors to the north, (http://slidingborders.com).

For forecasts, surf reports, and more, check out www.magicseaweed.com and www.surfline.com

-Tyler Boucher

-Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku (August 24, 1890 – January 22, 1968) was a Hawaiian swimmer, actor, lawman, and businessman credited with spreading the sport of Surfing He was a five-time Olympic medalist in swimming.

Wanna Take a class and build your own board,…? Go Here

The Northern New England chapter of the Surfrider Foundation is rooted at Maine’s coast. The environmentally conscious organization strives to keep Maine oceans clean and is made up of activists and surf enthusiasts alike. The organization holds fundraisers, events, tests water quality, and holds beach clean ups frequently. The Northern New England chapter likes to think of themselves less as an organization, and more of a movement to promote their values regarding keeping Maine oceans clean and surf-able. To learn more about the Surfrider foundation visit the website at:

http://www.surfrider.org/nne/index.php?page=about-us

David Turin leads the Scarborough Beach Surf Camp for kids ages 9-17. The camp is a week long, running Monday-Friday from 9am to 3pm. He also organizes surf lessons for kids and adults of all ages which can be held privately or as a group. All equipment (wetsuits and surfboards) is supplied by the surf camp for campers as well as those taking private lessons.  David Turin will respond to any questions regarding lessons or surf camp and can be reached at surfcampme@aol.com. To learn more about the Scarborough Beach Surf Camp visit the website at:

http://surfcampme.com/2010/

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Send Your Kids on an adventure of a lifetime!

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Rafting Only 2010 Youth Group Specials
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Kennebec River - $55 US per person (minimum age of 10 years)

Penobscot River - $65 US per person (minimum age of 14 years)

Dead River - $75 US per person (minimum age of 14 years)

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2010 Maine Whitewater Rafting Packages - Youth Group Specials
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Package #1 - 1 night camping, 1 breakfast, 1 river lunch, 1 dinner,
wetsuits, Kennebec River Rafting Trip - $87 per person including taxes.

Package #2 - 2 night camping, 2 breakfasts, 1 river lunch, 1 dinner,
wetsuits, Kennebec River Rafting Trip - $105 per person including taxes.

Package #3 - 1 night cabin lodging, 1 breakfast, 1 river lunch, 1 dinner,
wetsuits, Kennebec River Rafting Trip - $116 per person including taxes.

Package #4 - 2 nights cabin lodging, 2 breakfasts, 1 river lunch, 1 dinner,
wetsuits, Kennebec River Rafting Trip - $163 per person including taxes.

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In addition - 1 FREE per 16 - Pay for 15 and the 16th is FREE.

Youth Group Specials are excluded on the following dates in 2010:

Kennebec River - June 19, July 5, Sept 11, Sept 25 and
Saturdays (July 10 - August 28, 2010).

Penobscot River - Saturdays from July 10 - August 28, 2009.

Other exclusions may apply.

Camping and Lodging Youth Discounts are available on the Kennebec River.
- Camping is $10 per person per night
- Platform Tents are $12 per person per night
- Cabin Lodging is $39 per person per night
* Pricing includes all taxes.

Meals options are available with all Kennebec and Dead river trips.

Check out our Youth & Scout web page below:
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See you on the River!

Whether you want to enjoy just desserts, handcrafted beer, or an eclectic sampling of Maine-inspired culinary creations, you’re in for an adventure! All of the Maine Foodie Tours, whether by foot or trolley, offer an educational and entertaining experience that you won’t forget.

On the tours, you will enjoy Tastes of Maine, such as;
• National award-winning artisan cheese from local organic farms
• Fresh lobster hors d’oeuvres
• The best smoked seafood in the industry
• Downeast Maine wild blueberry preserves
• Dark chocolate truffles featuring Maine potatoes
• The original whoopie pie
• Microbrewed classic ales

This leisurely-paced walking tour carves a path through the streets of the charming Old Port. A hundred years ago this area was home to fish houses, canneries, industrial factories and textile mills. Unlike a century ago, when the air was heavy with industrial smoke, today the air is fragrant with the fresh ocean breeze and scents of coffee houses, bakeries, and award-winning restaurants, all tempting passersby at they wind their way through the scenic narrow streets.

Our friendly and engaging tour guides will take you to seven Old Port venues where you will have an opportunity to sample delectable, Maine-inspired foods and obtain a behind-the-scenes look at those who craft these culinary delights. Along the way, you will learn about the colorful local history unique to the “Port City.”

As you sample the fare at the various stops, our tour guides and proprietors will reveal the history behind their industry, the uniquely Maine products that are used and a little hint or two as to why they are simply award-winning year after year!

Maine Chocolate and Chocolate Factory Tours!

Wilburs of Maine Chocolate Confections

www.wilburs.com

CHOCOLATE TOURS EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY - See How Wilbur’s Chocolate Confections is made in the Wilburs’ Chocolate Factory!! Plenty of Samples!! 11 am - 2 pm $3.50 per person

Since the inception of Wilbur’s of Maine in 1983, Tom and Catherine Carty-Wilbur have focused on providing the very highest quality chocolate at the best possible price. The extensive selection of confectionery products are designed to delight even the discriminating connoisseurs of fine sweets, not to mention children of all ages, offering Caramels, Creams, Chocolate Covered Blueberries, Strawberries, Truffles, Turtles, and more.

Tom and Catherine’s passion for the fine art of confectionery has led them to utilize the most pure and natural ingredients possible - Blueberry and Raspberry Creams are made with fresh fruit rather than flavoring - the Maine Turtles’ caramel is made with dairy cream rather than canned milk and artificial fat.

Their creative ability continues to intrigue their loyal customers as well as visitors from around the globe. As an example, check out the 1.5-lb hand-painted Chocolate Maine Hunting Boot or the .85-lb Chocolate Lighthouse. They have even allowed for those individuals requiring a sugar-free product - A Chocolate assortment made with Maltitol. The list of delicacies goes on and promises to satisfy the sweet tooth in us all. Bring the kids, and grab some great tasting real Maine Chocolate!

Three locations:

The original factory and retail store - 13 Bow Street - now a retail store only - located in the heart of downtown Freeport!  -  ”Tontine Fine Candies” - retail store located in the Tontine Mall in Brunswick.

Wilbur’s of Maine Chocolate Confections are now produced in the Factory & Retail store located at 174 Main Street, Freeport, Maine where visitors can peek through the window or even take a tour and watch Wilburs make their premium Maine Made chocolate confections.

If you can’t make it to Freeport or don’t live in the great state of Maine, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy these delicate, delightful, and delicious treats. Click Here and they will ship to you!!

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Founded in 1976, Northern Outdoors is in the center of Western Maine’s wilderness playground. Enjoy Maine year-round with exceptional winter snowmobiling and summer white water rafting,hiking, and ATVing vacations. Our comfortable Adventure Resort in The Forks, Maine includes trailside and lakeside cabins and riverside campsites.

White Water Rafting Begins!

Spring Ushers In Value Season with Big Savings! Save up to 35% in May & June on rafting AND lodging. Spring rafting is BIG water & BIG fun. The Dead & Kennebec Rivers open May 8-9; thePenobscot River opens May 29.

Maine White Water Rafting is Thrilling Fun and Exceptional Value - Year After Year.

Maine is renowned for some of the best white water rafting in all of New England on the Kennebec, Penobscot, and Dead Rivers.  Northern Outdoors offers rafting trips for Families and Adventure Seekers Alike, on three uniquely different Maine rivers: the Kennebec, the Penobscot and the Dead. All trips include grilled lunches, equipment, and professional Registered Maine Guides. Northern Outdoors was the first rafting company in Maine; our 34 years of experience guarantee you the highest quality rafting vacation. Our complete adventure resort offers you a wide variety of lodging, from rustic to luxury club cabins and riverside camping. Our popular onsite Kennebec River Brewery and Pub serve you with great food and handcrafted beer.

We offer you great value and premium quality adventure vacations:• Save 50% on your second rafting trip with our Second River Half Price Value Deal
• Enjoy Maine in Spring and Fall with Value Season pricing of up to 35% off regular summer rates
• Get your best Family Adventure Vacation value with our Kids Raft Half Price summer weekday packages.
• Raft ‘n Brews: These popular weekends return for a second season with rafting and a Pig Roast, Kennebec River brewery tours, beer tasting, food pairings and live entertainment at our Adventure Resort main lodge.

Take advantage of midweek super family deals, or weekends when the resort cranks up with live music. Three unique rivers offer white water thrills to calmer floats: you choose your intensity level. Hiking, geocaching, fishing, and much more are available at our resort. See all our adventures.

ATV

Ride from Your Cabin at Northern Outdoors Wild and Beautiful Maine -

At Northern Outdoors You’ll Find Everything You Need for a Great ATV Vacation

• On-site fuel sales, microbrewery, Maine Cabin rentals, riverside camping, swimming pool, game room, and more make Northern Outdoors the hottest destination for ATVers and ATV Clubs.
• Plenty of on-site parking for trucks and trailers - there is a large park and ride area at the main lodge set aside for ATVers!
• On-site hose to wash down your ATV after a day of riding.
• Our Forks Resort Center and Eagle Cove Condominiums are conveniently located right on The Old Canada Road -  National Scenic Byway between the Maine Coast and Quebec, Canada.
• Direct access to over 6,000 miles of trails to explore; ride directly from your cabin door!
• Visit our new Maine ATV Trails and Resort blog for tips, resources, and trail conditions for ATV trails in The Forks, Maine region.

Guided and Self-Guided Maine Hiking Adventures - Something For All Ages

Northern Outdoors is at the center of incredible Maine hiking trails.  Within minutes of The Forks Resort Center and The Eagle Cove Lakeside Cabins are several great day hikes.

Hunting

A New England Hunting Tradition with Northern Outdoors:

Hunting has been a tradition in Maine’s big woods for generations. Northern Outdoors prides itself on providing hunters with the best hunting experience the Northeast has to offer. We only specialize in Trophy Whitetail Hunts.

There are few areas in the world that contain more 200 pound-plus bucks per square mile than the North Woods of Maine. Every year we take more trophy bucks than any other hunting camp or outfitter in North America, on land open to the public. Our goal is to create an atmosphere of camaraderie and friendship that transcends the rigors of the hunt and provides a memorable experience whether luck smiles on you or not. The only certainty is the opportunity to pursue some of the largest trophy whitetail deer found anywhere in North America!

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Northern Outdoors
Old Canada National Scenic Road
1771 US Route 201
The Forks, Maine 04985
(800) 765-7238 (US & Canada)
(207) 663-4466 (all others) 
info@mainedeerhunting.com
www.MaineDeerHunting.com

Snowmobiling

Maine Offers The Best Snowmobiling In The East!

Northern Outdoors is your passport to the ultimate Maine snowmobiling vacation! Maine’s 13,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails are regarded as some of the finest in the country. And nowhere in Maine does snowmobiling get any better than at Northern Outdoors in The Forks.  Read what American Snowmobiler and SuperTrax International have to say about Northern Outdoors and our area trails.

This is a place made by people who enjoy snowmobiling and outdoor recreation.- American Snowmobiler  Read full story.
It was five days before April and I rode the best conditions of the entire season in this amazing hidden paradise for snowmobilers. - SuperTrax International Read full story.

Snowmobilers love our Winter Adventure Resort that was designed specifically for snowmobilers by the Northern Outdoors snowmobiling owners.  Riders enjoy Convenience, comfort, and direct trail access:

Maine Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Spin Casting, or Fly Fishing by Special Request Pound for pound, these are the hardest fighting fish Maine has to offer. The remote lakes and rivers we access provide plenty of action for both the beginner and the experienced angler.

Fly Fishing Only Programs We offer outstanding fly fishing for Maine’s four major cold water fish species right from our doorstep. Acrobatic landlocked salmon, rugged brown trout, frisky rainbow trout, and the legendary brook trout abound in the Upper Kennebec Watershed.

Brook Trout in Maine’s Remote Ponds. This is the trout fishing Maine is famous for! Fishing from a canoe, row boat, or float tube we’ll arrive before dusk to prepare for the evening hatches. Anglers booking trips in late June and early July can expect the infamous Green Drake or Hex Hatch, a sure must-see experience for any serious fly angler.

The Best Cabins and Camping

Kennebec River Pub & Brewery

Yep, you can order a “lobstah” at our friendly Adventure Resort, and wash it down with our ownKennebec River Brewery ale or lager. The Pub is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the brewery offers six different handcrafted beers for the discriminating beer aficionado.

Find out which New England Beer Festivals Kennebec River Brewery is attending in 2010.

Maine’s Premier Adventure Resort, winner of Yankee Magazine 2008 Editors Choice Award.  Year Round affordable, high quality Maine vacations with whitewater rafting, river floats, hiking, snowmobiling, snowmobile rentals, fishing, ATV trails, nearby skiing and golf.

Lodging choices include luxury Club cabins, Cozy Cabins, lakeside cottages, cabin tents and riverside campsites.  Enjoy great food and fresh ales at our Kennebec River Pub and Brewery, an outdoor swimming pool, giant hot tub, game room, and free wireless access.  Comfort, convenience, and dedicated staff are what you get with Northern Outdoors.  Celebrating our 33rd year of the best New England vacations for friends and families.  Only 2 hours from Portland, 4 hours from Boston.

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Northern Outdoors
Old Canada National Scenic Road
1771 US Route 201
The Forks, Maine 04985
info@northernoutdoors.com
800-765-7238
www.NorthernOutdoors.com