Activities in the Moosehead Lake Region

January 1, 2008 through March 31, 2008
Moosehead Lake Ice Fishing

January 1, 2006 is the opening of Ice Fishing season on Moosehead Lake. There are many other bodies of water open for ice fishing in the area.

January 19, 2008
Annual B-52 Memorial Snowmobile Ride

A yearly visit to the site of wreckage, via snowmobile, of the B-52 Bomber which crashed on Elephant Mountain on January of 1963. Meeting at Moosehead Riders Clubhouse at 1pm. 1:30 snowmobilers depart for ride to the crash site. Spaghetti dinner at the clubhouse after the ride.

January 2008
West Cove Ice Racing Begins!

It is officially winter! West Cove Ice Racing begins! We are starting our season January 28. We are oval track racing at noon, located in the West Cove. LET THE FUN BEGIN!!!!

January 26, 2008 through January 27, 2008
Moosehead Lake Region Ice Fishing Tournament with Ricky Craven

The Moosehead Lake Region's first annual Ice Fishing Tournament targeting Togue (lake trout).  With Ricky Craven.

February 2, 2008 through February 23, 2008
Snofest 2008

Snowfest 2008, The Moosehead Lake Region has 2 weeks of winter fun activities!  Some of the scheduled events are:

Enjoy Chili & Chowder at the Moosehead riders Snowmobile Club at 5:30

Ice Racing on the lake and a Saturday Night Bonfire

Feb. 17th: 4th Annual Chocolate Festival- every kind of chocolate goodie you can imagine…you will not believe what heavenly chocolate temptations they will have! We went last year and we brought many home to enjoy over the next several days.

February 9th: The Annual 100 Mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race which starts right below us in the East Cove!

There are also many other activities including: Snowmobile “Snodeo”, radar runs, family snowmobile games, best chili contest, and more.

 

February 9, 2008
100-Mile Sled Dog Race

The Annual 100 Mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race which starts right below us in the East Cove!

February 17, 2008
Chocolate Festival

Annual Chocolate Festival- every kind of chocolate goodie you can imagine…you will not believe what heavenly chocolate temptations they will have! We went last year and we brought many home to enjoy over the next several days.

May 17, 2008 through June 14, 2008

Moose Mainea, Each spring the Moosehead Lake Region host a month long celebration honoring the regions favorite resident - "the Moose". Some of the activities scheduled for this year include: Canoe Race, Tour De Moose mountain bike race and tour, Rowing Regatta, Craft Fair, Kids Fun Day and the famous Moose Tales

4th Of July

The Moosehead Lake Region comes alive celebrating Independence Day.  A parade will roll along the main streets in Greenville We have a fun day planned on July 5th with games, craft fair, entertainment and food on the Junction Wharf. Fireworks finish off the night and enjoy the area's largest display of fireworks from our verandah!

Friday Evenings in the Summer

Greenville Gazebo Concert Series, Friday nights at the Gazebo, located in downtown Greenville. These are live musical experiences in a relaxed atmosphere.

August 8, 2008 through August 9, 2008

Forest Heritage Days, Events are held on the 2nd weekend in August. Wood tours, educational exhibits, craft fair, food and logging games. This is incredible to watch these professional loggers compete with their saws.

September 4, 2008 through September 7, 2008

32nd Annual International Sea Plane Fly-In, This is the world's largest seaplane fly-in. It is always held the weekend after Labor Day. Hundreds of planes, tons of food, crafts and exhibits. Fun for the whole family!

October 12, 2008
Camden National Bank "Moose on the Run" Race

 For the 4th straight year, runners from near and far will line up and compete with each other and the landscape. Always a great time, with nice views of Moosehead Lake, and some good competition, along the way!

 December 6, 2008

Christmas at Moosehead, Come to our home for the Holidays. The town of Greenville lights up with a full day of events. The day starts with an Annual Inn Walk, combined with horse drawn wagon rides, craft fairs, shopping specials, tree lighting and a Christmas concert finishes off the day. This is a great way to spend a weekend away and get a jump on your Christmas shopping with unique gifts.

Summer

Our verandah is the length of the Inn and affords a spectacular view of the mountains, lake and village below. Many guests enjoy cocktails before dinner or dessert and coffee after their meal on our comfortable wicker chairs and settees. Enjoy your breakfast while gazing upon a remarkable view while you ponder what, (if any), activities you will enjoy that day.

The evenings offer spectacular sunsets over the Squaw Mountain Range with the breathtaking colors!

One of the favorite summer activities is taking a moose safari. Search for these majestic moose in Maine's northwoods and watersheds with one of our Registered Maine Guides, who can offer many different options.
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The abundance of our lakes and ponds in the Moosehead area offer all types of  opportunities. Kayak and canoe rentals can be arranged as well as expert advice on water that may appeal to your particular interests..

Our area has some of the best hiking in the northeast. A free hikers guide is available and it details numerous trips of varied duration and  difficulty level.  You are sure to find something to fit your personal desires.
 

Fishing in the Moosehead region offers something for everyone. There are many guides available who will be able to help you achieve your goal as well as offer a wealth of information on the area. But there is one "catch"...you might have to share the area with the locals! (One of whom is pictured above.)

Moosehead Lake boasts of being the largest sea plane base east of the Mississippi. A scenic tour in a float plane is a sure way to appreciate Moosehead Lake's vast size and beauty.
 
 

Being situated between the Kennebec, Penobscot and Dead Rivers  makes us a perfect spot for the river enthusiast.  There are several rafting companies in the area and we can help you arrange an exciting outing!
 

Autumn

Canoeing and kayaking on a serene lake amid the brilliance of the fall foliage is as "good as it gets"!

Moosehead Lake region is a "Leaf Peeping" destination.  Every year we are treated to a spectacular display of brilliant colors from our expansive verandah.

Winter

Our Winter Wonderland supplies us with not just spectacular views, but with a multitude of winter activities.  Enjoy snowmobiling on one of the many trails, snowshoeing, dog-sledding and skiing, just to name a few.  And afterwards, how about curling up with a cup of cocoa by the crackling fire?
 

Spring

We have a local stable for those of you that enjoy horseback riding.

If golf is your "game", then we have area golf courses to choose from.

The Moosehead Lake area is ideal for birding. Enjoy the hard-to-find species (like the Spruce Grouse, left) amid lakes, streams, and bogs. The Moosehead Lake Region was the first area in the state to be researched and mapped for the Maine Birding Trail. Check this great website:

Maine Birding Trail - Moosehead

 

For the tennis enthusiasts, we have a local tennis court available to you.

There are many other activities to enjoy while visiting the Moosehead Lake region of Maine.  We will help you arrange the most perfectly fun filled stay possible.

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