This time of year it is easy to just want to stay inside and peek out the window. But then, you realize when you get back to work, lots of people did cool things and you missed out on them! Spring is well on its way and getting some fresh air will do us all good. But what to do, what to do?
Here is a link to a online calendar (http://www.maineevents.com/search/distance:25/location:04401/daterange:365) that truly shows the diverse activities you can find within 25 miles of Bangor. For a small city there is much more to do than a movie. Movies are great and we have a big multiplex out by the mall, but just this week you could go to a show at Penobscot Theatre, train to be a volunteer at Spruce Run, check out the Maine Discovery childrens’ museum, or take a chance on winning a car at Hollywood Slots, these and many more are all listed on this Maine Events (http://www.maineevents.com) site.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Come Visit Us!
In or around Boston this weekend? Well...come visit us! We will be at the Boston Globe Travel Show in the Maine Pavilion all weekend long!!
The show is located at the World Trade Center and here are the hours:
Tickets are $10 each and children under 18 are free! Don't miss this event!!
FMI: www.BostonGlobeTravelShow.com
The show is located at the World Trade Center and here are the hours:
- FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19Trade Only | 3:30P - 5:30P
Open to All | 5:30P - 9P - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 | 10A - 6P
- SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 | 10A - 4P
Tickets are $10 each and children under 18 are free! Don't miss this event!!
FMI: www.BostonGlobeTravelShow.com
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Winter Events in February!
Don't miss these events!!
Moosehead Lake Area - FMI www.MooseheadLake.org
The Sixth Annual Moosehead Lake Chocolate Festival
February 14, 2010
Chocolate Festival Cookie Takes place on February 14, 2010 1-4 pm at the Masonic Hall in Greenville. Once again you get to choose 12 Chocolate desserts from over 35 delectable delights for only $10 per person. A special Children's Corner will once again provide unique food, games and prizes for $5 per child. And as always you can place your bid on the great items in our Silent & Chinese Auction. Plan on coming early to be sure to get your share of these fabulous chocolate masterpieces: last year we had over 400 people attend.
Saturdays
Cross Country Skiing Outings
Bring your skis and a bag lunch. Children accompanied by adult welcome. Every other Saturday starting January 2nd.
Wednesdays
First Wednesday Ride/Breakfast
Continues for the rest of the season. Half and full day rides!!!!Starts February 3rd 2010.
February 6, 2010 at 09:00 AM
100 Mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race
Due to weather conditions, the 100 mile race has been canceled but the 30 mile race is still on. There will be over 20 teams. A meet and greet with the mushers at IF&W is 8-9:30 and the race will start at 11:30 at Mountain View Rd. During the race AMC will have snowshowing and there will be a bonfire at IF&W at 4PM to welcome back the teams.
February 7, 2010 at 08:30 AM
Family Ice Day at Sawyer Pond
Learn the basic skills required to catch fish under the ice. Bring warm clothes and your fishing license.Fishing equipment will be supplied or you can bring your own. Hot food and drinks will be provided. Participation is limited so call and leave your name, number of participants and your telephone number.
February 12, 2010 at 5:30 PM
Moosehead Riders Chili/Chowder and more Cookoff
Annual cookoff featuring many of our best local chefs.
February 13, 2010
Annual Cook Out-Cook In
The Moosehead Riders Snowmobile Club invites you to come enjoy Deep Fried Turkey, Hamburgers & Hotdogs inside and make your own S'mores on the fire. Kids can even roast hot dogs on the fire! Lunch is free - donations appreciated. All are welcome by sled or by car.
February 13, 2010 at 09:00 AM
Snowmobile Scavenger Ride
Come to the Moosehead Riders Clubhouse on ITS 85/86 to get your map and start your adventure! The map will guide you to some of the most scenic vistas in the state, where you will find a "treasure". Once you have found all of the treasures, it's back to the clubhouse for our annual Cook Out-Cook In and prizes!
February 14, 2010 at 1:00 PM
Annual Moosehead Lake Chocolate Festival
A tantalizingly delicious event sponsored by the Moosehead Chamber of Commerce. A great place to take the whole family. Choose 12 samples from a selection of 30 delectable chocolate desserts. For the kids there is a special Children's corner with unique food & prizes. And as always you can place a bid on the great items in our Silent & Chinese Auctions.
February 16, 2010 at 09:00 AM
Family Ride & Kids Eat FREE Lunch
Moosehead Riders Snowmobile Club continues their SNO-FEST celebration on Tuesday with a scenic guided ride for the whole family. After the ride, kids eat FREE lunch followed by a coloring contest and prizes for all.
February 18, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Horse/Wagon Ride-Fireworks and Fun
Horse/wagon ride starts at 10 to about 2. There will also be a clown, juglers and face painting at the Museum with free hot chocolate at Auntie M's. Later that evening will be fireworks on the ice by the Forestry Dept. All is free and sponsored by J&L Waitkus
February 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM
Snowmobile Parade & Bonfire
Moosehead Riders SNO-FEST culminates with a snowmobile parade and bonfire. Meet on the East Cove for a lighted parade on the lake followed by hot chocolate & cookies at the bonfire.
February 26, 2010 at 6:00 PM
Second moonlight ride/cookout
Meet at clubhouse at 6:00pm, bring campfire food and drinks and WARM CLOTHING!
Katahdin Area - FMI www.KatahdinMaine.com
Winterfest 2010
Friday, February 12
6:00 p.m. Snowmobile Parade down the main street from Stearns High School. All are welcome. Prizes will be awarded for Best Business Float, Family Float, Best Antique Sled, and Best Modern Sled, courtesy of KACC
Bonfire and Concessions at Veteran’s Park with Northern Timber Cruisers
7:30 Fireworks at Millinocket Recreation Complex
Saturday, February 13
4-6 Baked Bean Supper, Northern Timber Cruisers
Sunday, February 14
7a.m.-11, Pancake Breakfast, Northern Timber Cruisers
Saturday, February 20
9-3: Family Fishing Day at Jerry Pond, courtesy of the Fin and Feather Club
10:00 a.m. Downtown Trailhead Ribbon Cutting and Trail Ride to Suspension Bridge start at Veteran’s Park
11:00 a.m. Suspension Bridge Ribbon Cutting, Trail ride to follow, ending at Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse
12:30 p.m. Lunch at Timber Cruisers (self purchase)
12-4 Snowmobile Museum Open
4 p.m. Pig Roast at Northern Timber Cruisers
7 p.m.-12 midnight DJ Dance BYOB at Northern Timber Cruisers
Sebasticook Valley Area Events - FMI www.OurChamber.org
* Hit the slopes or trails on your downhill or cross country skis.
* Snowmobile on one of the Sebasticook Valley’s groomed trails.
* Pine Tree Ride-In Snowmobile Parade held on the first weekend in February. Take part and drive your sled through the center of Newport.
* WinterFest Dexter, ME Snowmobile Radar Run. For more information call Roger Wyman at 924-5902. Snowmobile Parade. Prizes awarded to the top three places in three competition categories. Snow Sculpture Competitions. For more Festival information, call the Dexter Town Office at 924-7351 or visit the Town website at wwww.dextermaine.org.
* Annual David D. Merrill Memorial Sled Dog Challenge At the Big A Snowmobile Clubhouse Newport, ME, the last weekend in February. Take a ride in a dog sled!
* Other outdoor winter activities include snowshoeing, ice skating and sledding.
* Friday Feb. 27, 2009 7 - 10 pm Country Music Show, at the Irving Tanning Community Center in Hartland Admission is by donation only for this event whose host will be the Maine Country Music Association Northern Chapter
Join us for the
Snowmobile Ride-in to benefit Pine Tree Camp
Fri., Feb. 5 - Sun. Feb. 7, 2010 - Newport, Maine
Join us for the kick-off celebration at the Millennium in Palmyra on Sat., Jan. 30, 2010!
The 2010 Snowmobile Ride-in in Newport, Maine will feature a wide range of community events fun for the whole family. The event draws snowmobilers from all corners of Maine as well as people living in the greater Newport area.
The Ride-in not only raises money for Pine Tree Camp, but is also an event to celebrate the commitment and hard work of snowmobilers. Clubs throughout Maine raise money for Pine Tree Camp throughout the year and “ride in” to Newport to make their donations. Since 1974, the Snowmobile Ride-in has raised more than $3.6 million in support of Pine Tree Camp.
All proceeds from the event will benefit Pine Tree Camp, an extraordinary summer camp for Maine children and adults with disabilities, is one of the many programs of Pine Tree Society.
2010 Dexter Winter Festival Events and Schedule
On the weekend of February 12th thru the 14th, 2010, the Town of Dexter and Wassookeag Snowmobile Club will host the 10th Annual Winter Festival on Lake Wassookeag.
Friday, February 12:
* Presentation of the School Snow Sculpture Competition Cash Awards at DRHS Gym at Noon
* Chili Cook-Off at Maine Highlands RFCU 11 AM-2 PM at the CU to benefit Ending Hunger in Maine judged by the public
* Story Time Tea at Abbott Memorial Library 4 PM - These events will be at the Wassookeag Snowmobile Clubhouse to benefit the Hal Wilkins Memorial Scholarship Fund
* Spaghetti Supper 5:00-6:30 PM (Donations accepted)
* Snowmobile Ride 6:30 PM
Saturday, February 13:
* Snowmobile Club Open House 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
* Snowmobile Radar-Run on Lake Wassookeag - 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
* Snow Sculpture Competition at the Wassookeag Recreation Area
* Roller Skating at Town Hall – 2:00-4:00 PM
* Old time contra dance at Universalist Church 7 PM
* FIREWORKS! 7 PM on Little Lake Wassookeag
* Festival Adult Dance at the K of C Hall - 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 14:
* Snowmobile Club Open House 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
* Snowmobile Parade-11:00 AM (Forming at McFarland Street at 10am)
* Snow Sculptures & Parade Awards Presentation at Snowmobile Club-Noon
* Drawing of the "Where's the Beef Raffle" at noon at the Snowmobile Club (Need not be present to win). Two prizes of $250 worth of beef with tickets available from Ripley Trail Riders and Wassookeag Snowmobile Club members
Saturday, February 20:
* Snowmobile Club Open House 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
* Dexter Ice Wars Drag Races – Registration 7:00-8:30 am
Greater Bangor Area - FMI www.VisitBangorMaine.com
1st Annual Paul Bunyan Pond Hockey Tournament
Date & Time: Feb 6, 2010 (All Day)
Welcome to the 1st Annual Paul Bunyan Pond Hockey Tournament, located in Bangor, Maine at Bass Park. PBPondHockey is an event to bring together players and teams from across Maine and beyond. Every hockey player that ever laced up a pair of skates and went out onto the "pond" knows that feeling when the blade cuts into the ice and a cool breeze hits your face. The years may have past, but that feeling is still there, just waiting to be awakened with the first stride across a clear sheet of outdoor ice. The games will be like old times on the pond. Your participation in this event will help Bangor Breakfast Rotary Club support some local charities to benefit the kids of Maine. So be ready to lace up the skates, put on the extra t-shirt under that old jersey, and be ready to be a part of the Paul Bunyan Pond Hockey Tournament.
Snowshoe Trek
Date & Time: Feb 13, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Location: West Penjajawoc Grasslands and the Penjajawoc Marsh
Snowshoe Trek at West Penjajawoc Grasslands and the Penjajawoc Marsh February 13th, 2010, 10:00am Get off the beaten path, leave the trails behind, and see the Penjajawoc Marsh as you can see it only in winter. Take advantage of the ice and join us on a snowshoe walk. Look for tracks and critters. Dress warmly and bring your own snowshoes or cross-country skis. Meet at the BLT kiosk at the end of Fox Hollow Lane. To get there, go north on Essex St approximately 3 miles from the intersection with Stillwater Ave, passing Chestnut Trail and taking your next right onto Fox Hollow Lane. Stay on Fox Hollow Lane until you reach the cul-de-sac parking area at the end.
Penobscot Winterfest
Date & Time: Feb 20, 2010 (All Day)
Fun filled weekend for all ages.
Moosehead Lake Area - FMI www.MooseheadLake.org
The Sixth Annual Moosehead Lake Chocolate Festival
February 14, 2010
Chocolate Festival Cookie Takes place on February 14, 2010 1-4 pm at the Masonic Hall in Greenville. Once again you get to choose 12 Chocolate desserts from over 35 delectable delights for only $10 per person. A special Children's Corner will once again provide unique food, games and prizes for $5 per child. And as always you can place your bid on the great items in our Silent & Chinese Auction. Plan on coming early to be sure to get your share of these fabulous chocolate masterpieces: last year we had over 400 people attend.
Saturdays
Cross Country Skiing Outings
Bring your skis and a bag lunch. Children accompanied by adult welcome. Every other Saturday starting January 2nd.
Wednesdays
First Wednesday Ride/Breakfast
Continues for the rest of the season. Half and full day rides!!!!Starts February 3rd 2010.
February 6, 2010 at 09:00 AM
100 Mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race
Due to weather conditions, the 100 mile race has been canceled but the 30 mile race is still on. There will be over 20 teams. A meet and greet with the mushers at IF&W is 8-9:30 and the race will start at 11:30 at Mountain View Rd. During the race AMC will have snowshowing and there will be a bonfire at IF&W at 4PM to welcome back the teams.
February 7, 2010 at 08:30 AM
Family Ice Day at Sawyer Pond
Learn the basic skills required to catch fish under the ice. Bring warm clothes and your fishing license.Fishing equipment will be supplied or you can bring your own. Hot food and drinks will be provided. Participation is limited so call and leave your name, number of participants and your telephone number.
February 12, 2010 at 5:30 PM
Moosehead Riders Chili/Chowder and more Cookoff
Annual cookoff featuring many of our best local chefs.
February 13, 2010
Annual Cook Out-Cook In
The Moosehead Riders Snowmobile Club invites you to come enjoy Deep Fried Turkey, Hamburgers & Hotdogs inside and make your own S'mores on the fire. Kids can even roast hot dogs on the fire! Lunch is free - donations appreciated. All are welcome by sled or by car.
February 13, 2010 at 09:00 AM
Snowmobile Scavenger Ride
Come to the Moosehead Riders Clubhouse on ITS 85/86 to get your map and start your adventure! The map will guide you to some of the most scenic vistas in the state, where you will find a "treasure". Once you have found all of the treasures, it's back to the clubhouse for our annual Cook Out-Cook In and prizes!
February 14, 2010 at 1:00 PM
Annual Moosehead Lake Chocolate Festival
A tantalizingly delicious event sponsored by the Moosehead Chamber of Commerce. A great place to take the whole family. Choose 12 samples from a selection of 30 delectable chocolate desserts. For the kids there is a special Children's corner with unique food & prizes. And as always you can place a bid on the great items in our Silent & Chinese Auctions.
February 16, 2010 at 09:00 AM
Family Ride & Kids Eat FREE Lunch
Moosehead Riders Snowmobile Club continues their SNO-FEST celebration on Tuesday with a scenic guided ride for the whole family. After the ride, kids eat FREE lunch followed by a coloring contest and prizes for all.
February 18, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Horse/Wagon Ride-Fireworks and Fun
Horse/wagon ride starts at 10 to about 2. There will also be a clown, juglers and face painting at the Museum with free hot chocolate at Auntie M's. Later that evening will be fireworks on the ice by the Forestry Dept. All is free and sponsored by J&L Waitkus
February 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM
Snowmobile Parade & Bonfire
Moosehead Riders SNO-FEST culminates with a snowmobile parade and bonfire. Meet on the East Cove for a lighted parade on the lake followed by hot chocolate & cookies at the bonfire.
February 26, 2010 at 6:00 PM
Second moonlight ride/cookout
Meet at clubhouse at 6:00pm, bring campfire food and drinks and WARM CLOTHING!
Katahdin Area - FMI www.KatahdinMaine.com
Winterfest 2010
Friday, February 12
6:00 p.m. Snowmobile Parade down the main street from Stearns High School. All are welcome. Prizes will be awarded for Best Business Float, Family Float, Best Antique Sled, and Best Modern Sled, courtesy of KACC
Bonfire and Concessions at Veteran’s Park with Northern Timber Cruisers
7:30 Fireworks at Millinocket Recreation Complex
Saturday, February 13
4-6 Baked Bean Supper, Northern Timber Cruisers
Sunday, February 14
7a.m.-11, Pancake Breakfast, Northern Timber Cruisers
Saturday, February 20
9-3: Family Fishing Day at Jerry Pond, courtesy of the Fin and Feather Club
10:00 a.m. Downtown Trailhead Ribbon Cutting and Trail Ride to Suspension Bridge start at Veteran’s Park
11:00 a.m. Suspension Bridge Ribbon Cutting, Trail ride to follow, ending at Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse
12:30 p.m. Lunch at Timber Cruisers (self purchase)
12-4 Snowmobile Museum Open
4 p.m. Pig Roast at Northern Timber Cruisers
7 p.m.-12 midnight DJ Dance BYOB at Northern Timber Cruisers
Sebasticook Valley Area Events - FMI www.OurChamber.org
* Hit the slopes or trails on your downhill or cross country skis.
* Snowmobile on one of the Sebasticook Valley’s groomed trails.
* Pine Tree Ride-In Snowmobile Parade held on the first weekend in February. Take part and drive your sled through the center of Newport.
* WinterFest Dexter, ME Snowmobile Radar Run. For more information call Roger Wyman at 924-5902. Snowmobile Parade. Prizes awarded to the top three places in three competition categories. Snow Sculpture Competitions. For more Festival information, call the Dexter Town Office at 924-7351 or visit the Town website at wwww.dextermaine.org.
* Annual David D. Merrill Memorial Sled Dog Challenge At the Big A Snowmobile Clubhouse Newport, ME, the last weekend in February. Take a ride in a dog sled!
* Other outdoor winter activities include snowshoeing, ice skating and sledding.
* Friday Feb. 27, 2009 7 - 10 pm Country Music Show, at the Irving Tanning Community Center in Hartland Admission is by donation only for this event whose host will be the Maine Country Music Association Northern Chapter
Join us for the
Snowmobile Ride-in to benefit Pine Tree Camp
Fri., Feb. 5 - Sun. Feb. 7, 2010 - Newport, Maine
Join us for the kick-off celebration at the Millennium in Palmyra on Sat., Jan. 30, 2010!
The 2010 Snowmobile Ride-in in Newport, Maine will feature a wide range of community events fun for the whole family. The event draws snowmobilers from all corners of Maine as well as people living in the greater Newport area.
The Ride-in not only raises money for Pine Tree Camp, but is also an event to celebrate the commitment and hard work of snowmobilers. Clubs throughout Maine raise money for Pine Tree Camp throughout the year and “ride in” to Newport to make their donations. Since 1974, the Snowmobile Ride-in has raised more than $3.6 million in support of Pine Tree Camp.
All proceeds from the event will benefit Pine Tree Camp, an extraordinary summer camp for Maine children and adults with disabilities, is one of the many programs of Pine Tree Society.
2010 Dexter Winter Festival Events and Schedule
On the weekend of February 12th thru the 14th, 2010, the Town of Dexter and Wassookeag Snowmobile Club will host the 10th Annual Winter Festival on Lake Wassookeag.
Friday, February 12:
* Presentation of the School Snow Sculpture Competition Cash Awards at DRHS Gym at Noon
* Chili Cook-Off at Maine Highlands RFCU 11 AM-2 PM at the CU to benefit Ending Hunger in Maine judged by the public
* Story Time Tea at Abbott Memorial Library 4 PM - These events will be at the Wassookeag Snowmobile Clubhouse to benefit the Hal Wilkins Memorial Scholarship Fund
* Spaghetti Supper 5:00-6:30 PM (Donations accepted)
* Snowmobile Ride 6:30 PM
Saturday, February 13:
* Snowmobile Club Open House 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
* Snowmobile Radar-Run on Lake Wassookeag - 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
* Snow Sculpture Competition at the Wassookeag Recreation Area
* Roller Skating at Town Hall – 2:00-4:00 PM
* Old time contra dance at Universalist Church 7 PM
* FIREWORKS! 7 PM on Little Lake Wassookeag
* Festival Adult Dance at the K of C Hall - 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 14:
* Snowmobile Club Open House 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
* Snowmobile Parade-11:00 AM (Forming at McFarland Street at 10am)
* Snow Sculptures & Parade Awards Presentation at Snowmobile Club-Noon
* Drawing of the "Where's the Beef Raffle" at noon at the Snowmobile Club (Need not be present to win). Two prizes of $250 worth of beef with tickets available from Ripley Trail Riders and Wassookeag Snowmobile Club members
Saturday, February 20:
* Snowmobile Club Open House 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
* Dexter Ice Wars Drag Races – Registration 7:00-8:30 am
Greater Bangor Area - FMI www.VisitBangorMaine.com
1st Annual Paul Bunyan Pond Hockey Tournament
Date & Time: Feb 6, 2010 (All Day)
Welcome to the 1st Annual Paul Bunyan Pond Hockey Tournament, located in Bangor, Maine at Bass Park. PBPondHockey is an event to bring together players and teams from across Maine and beyond. Every hockey player that ever laced up a pair of skates and went out onto the "pond" knows that feeling when the blade cuts into the ice and a cool breeze hits your face. The years may have past, but that feeling is still there, just waiting to be awakened with the first stride across a clear sheet of outdoor ice. The games will be like old times on the pond. Your participation in this event will help Bangor Breakfast Rotary Club support some local charities to benefit the kids of Maine. So be ready to lace up the skates, put on the extra t-shirt under that old jersey, and be ready to be a part of the Paul Bunyan Pond Hockey Tournament.
Snowshoe Trek
Date & Time: Feb 13, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Location: West Penjajawoc Grasslands and the Penjajawoc Marsh
Snowshoe Trek at West Penjajawoc Grasslands and the Penjajawoc Marsh February 13th, 2010, 10:00am Get off the beaten path, leave the trails behind, and see the Penjajawoc Marsh as you can see it only in winter. Take advantage of the ice and join us on a snowshoe walk. Look for tracks and critters. Dress warmly and bring your own snowshoes or cross-country skis. Meet at the BLT kiosk at the end of Fox Hollow Lane. To get there, go north on Essex St approximately 3 miles from the intersection with Stillwater Ave, passing Chestnut Trail and taking your next right onto Fox Hollow Lane. Stay on Fox Hollow Lane until you reach the cul-de-sac parking area at the end.
Penobscot Winterfest
Date & Time: Feb 20, 2010 (All Day)
Fun filled weekend for all ages.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Is Global Warming Affecting Moosehead Lake?
We all know global warming will affect weather patterns in different ways with some areas of the world becoming colder in the winter. Many scientists believe that the Gulf Stream may slow down which will result in significantly cooler temperature in Great Britain. Here in Moosehead the weather has changed; with the past two years bringing lots of snow.
How many of you snowmobile, cross country ski, snowshoe, dogsled or ice fish? In the winter that is what there is to do here and without cold weather accompanied with lots of snow, things do not go well. I guess what we are all wondering is, will 2010 be another great snow year? Has global warming changed Moosehead’s winters, will we continue to have the snow we need to play? If the first few days of 2010 are any indicator the answer is a resounding YES. I spent all day Sunday shoveling and snow blowing and that’s after roof raking most of Saturday. I know I am complaining but I am also excited that the year is starting so strong. As a Registered Maine Guide, I know how hard it is to get my clients happy about the winter when we don’t have enough snow.
The cold weather is making lots of ice on Moosehead and in the next few days we will haul our ice shacks out and begin fishing. This year everyone of else will be out on the ice trying to catch a togue (lake trout for those of you from away) to match Bill Maynard’ s record setting 31 pound, 41 inch monster caught during 2009. Even though we have all asked Bill where he caught his togue, he has been less than cooperative and I would guess that a number of anglers will be following Bill on the lake this year, I have too much pride to be one of them.
So Moosehead may be experiencing colder snowier winters because of global warming but that’s not the whole story. Every year since 1848 records have been kept for ice-out on Moosehead and guess what? The average date keeps getting earlier and earlier. Which is great because once May comes along we need the ice out of there to begin our traditional spring fishing. So maybe we have the ideal winter weather with lots of snow when we need it and the lake ice free for the start of open water fishing on May 1st.
~Bob Hamer, Executive Director for the Moosehead Lake Chamber of Commerce
How many of you snowmobile, cross country ski, snowshoe, dogsled or ice fish? In the winter that is what there is to do here and without cold weather accompanied with lots of snow, things do not go well. I guess what we are all wondering is, will 2010 be another great snow year? Has global warming changed Moosehead’s winters, will we continue to have the snow we need to play? If the first few days of 2010 are any indicator the answer is a resounding YES. I spent all day Sunday shoveling and snow blowing and that’s after roof raking most of Saturday. I know I am complaining but I am also excited that the year is starting so strong. As a Registered Maine Guide, I know how hard it is to get my clients happy about the winter when we don’t have enough snow.
The cold weather is making lots of ice on Moosehead and in the next few days we will haul our ice shacks out and begin fishing. This year everyone of else will be out on the ice trying to catch a togue (lake trout for those of you from away) to match Bill Maynard’ s record setting 31 pound, 41 inch monster caught during 2009. Even though we have all asked Bill where he caught his togue, he has been less than cooperative and I would guess that a number of anglers will be following Bill on the lake this year, I have too much pride to be one of them.
So Moosehead may be experiencing colder snowier winters because of global warming but that’s not the whole story. Every year since 1848 records have been kept for ice-out on Moosehead and guess what? The average date keeps getting earlier and earlier. Which is great because once May comes along we need the ice out of there to begin our traditional spring fishing. So maybe we have the ideal winter weather with lots of snow when we need it and the lake ice free for the start of open water fishing on May 1st.
~Bob Hamer, Executive Director for the Moosehead Lake Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Warm Wishes from Katahdin!
Snow is falling, and we’ve just put the finishing touches on our snowmobile trail system, with a new bridge spanning the river on Route 11 from Brownville, opening up that east-west corridor going right into downtown Millinocket for dining and entertainment.
We’re eagerly awaiting the opening of Pelletier Loggers Family Restaurant, that extensively renovated downtown space, due to open in January. You’ve got to check it out! The Discovery Channel reality series, American Loggers, features the Pelletier family of Millinocket, giving the world a snapshot of “La Vie de Bois” or “life in the woods”.
We’re eagerly awaiting the opening of Pelletier Loggers Family Restaurant, that extensively renovated downtown space, due to open in January. You’ve got to check it out! The Discovery Channel reality series, American Loggers, features the Pelletier family of Millinocket, giving the world a snapshot of “La Vie de Bois” or “life in the woods”.
East Branch Sno Rovers recently announced their schedule for MSDRA (Maine Snowmobile Drag Racing Association)races, and their plans for Sno Weekend. Check out their website at www.eastbranchsnorovers.com
Stay warm and think snow!
~Jennifer Olsen, Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce
Friday, December 18, 2009
Happy Holidays and Happy Shopping in the Bangor, Maine Region!
We are really lucky here in our Bangor region to have something for everyone when it comes to shopping, eating and lodging.
This is great for a few reasons, one is different people like different styles of shopping. If you like Mall Style shopping, we have a large mall area with over seventy stores as well as manyothers located around the property. We have several discount stores, added to the mix in recent years on Union Street and Broadway in Bangor, as well as Wilson Street in Brewer for great buys on familiar items- and who doesn’t need to save money?
For those that enjoy more intimate shopping, like a "downtown" style we have several wonderful downtowns like, Bangor, Brewer, and Hampden where you have a more boutique style experience, easy parking and great restaurants that are not franchises but locally owned where the owner is often "in the store" or better yet, "behind the bar" or "in the kitchen." Unique Irish food or old fashioned pub grub, or if you are in the mood for some Caribbean flair, it is all downtown! All are family friendly with plenty of booster seats!
As a local tradition, for several Saturdays in downtown Bangor, we have had Mr. and Mrs. Claus located on Main Street for photos with the kids, as well as a "Festival of Lights" parade on December 5th, complete with light snow and lots of hot chocolate!
Our region really is great for people traveling in groups that may enjoy different experiences. Hardcore shoppers may drop the "amateurs" at a movie theatre, live theatre, museum or restaurant while they do their work! Everyone has a great time and nobody feels abandoned!
Put our Bangor region on your list of great places to visit to shop, eat and stay, we have something for everyone!
~Greater Bangor Convention & Visitors Bureau
This is great for a few reasons, one is different people like different styles of shopping. If you like Mall Style shopping, we have a large mall area with over seventy stores as well as manyothers located around the property. We have several discount stores, added to the mix in recent years on Union Street and Broadway in Bangor, as well as Wilson Street in Brewer for great buys on familiar items- and who doesn’t need to save money?
For those that enjoy more intimate shopping, like a "downtown" style we have several wonderful downtowns like, Bangor, Brewer, and Hampden where you have a more boutique style experience, easy parking and great restaurants that are not franchises but locally owned where the owner is often "in the store" or better yet, "behind the bar" or "in the kitchen." Unique Irish food or old fashioned pub grub, or if you are in the mood for some Caribbean flair, it is all downtown! All are family friendly with plenty of booster seats!
As a local tradition, for several Saturdays in downtown Bangor, we have had Mr. and Mrs. Claus located on Main Street for photos with the kids, as well as a "Festival of Lights" parade on December 5th, complete with light snow and lots of hot chocolate!
Our region really is great for people traveling in groups that may enjoy different experiences. Hardcore shoppers may drop the "amateurs" at a movie theatre, live theatre, museum or restaurant while they do their work! Everyone has a great time and nobody feels abandoned!
Put our Bangor region on your list of great places to visit to shop, eat and stay, we have something for everyone!
~Greater Bangor Convention & Visitors Bureau
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Welcome...
Welcome to The Maine Highlands, the natural wonder of Maine. A place where the pathways are yours to create. Where adventure is not choreographed and the wilderness of the land is not just a memory. Welcome to a stunning tapestry of mountains and lakes, rivers, hills and valleys. Welcome to life at a different pace, rich in life's finer and simpler pleasures. Welcome to a place that will make you feel just that - welcome; where the smiles are as genuine as the land itself.
The Maine Highlands invites you to a vacation experience like no other in America.
A natural region for people with a passion for wildlife, we have Canadian geese, songbirds, abundant species of ducks and even bald eagles! In this rich and wild ecosystem, sightings of moose, fox, deer, and bear are quite common.
There's a perfect body of water for every level of experience and any length of excursion. Guided expeditions by canoe and kayak can take you far into the wilderness with expert instruction, catered meals and the best provisions. From whitewater rafting to freshwater fishing, it's all in The Maine Highlands.
With hundreds of miles of well-marked trails and three area ski mountains, both cross-country and downhill skiing are widely enjoyed. Plan a snowmobile-oriented tour and vacation for the thrill of cruising over frozen terrain or well-groomed trails. And don't forget ice fishing...to get a second shot at the one that got away!
Experience the outdoors with a bit more adrenaline in The Maine Highlands. From Mountain biking to whitewater rafting, and rock climbing to the revered tradition of hunting, the landscape here was made for extreme activities in the wild.
The Maine Highlands invites you to a vacation experience like no other in America.
A natural region for people with a passion for wildlife, we have Canadian geese, songbirds, abundant species of ducks and even bald eagles! In this rich and wild ecosystem, sightings of moose, fox, deer, and bear are quite common.
There's a perfect body of water for every level of experience and any length of excursion. Guided expeditions by canoe and kayak can take you far into the wilderness with expert instruction, catered meals and the best provisions. From whitewater rafting to freshwater fishing, it's all in The Maine Highlands.
With hundreds of miles of well-marked trails and three area ski mountains, both cross-country and downhill skiing are widely enjoyed. Plan a snowmobile-oriented tour and vacation for the thrill of cruising over frozen terrain or well-groomed trails. And don't forget ice fishing...to get a second shot at the one that got away!
Experience the outdoors with a bit more adrenaline in The Maine Highlands. From Mountain biking to whitewater rafting, and rock climbing to the revered tradition of hunting, the landscape here was made for extreme activities in the wild.
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