The Kennebec Explorer 2015 Visitor's Guide to Maine's Kennebec Valley | Page 4

CONTENTS 4 Maine Moose 10 19 Summer, fall or winter this is one of Antiques, the fiber arts, pottery or Native Snowmobile or ATV the best trail systems in the country. Arts, Crafts and Antiques American baskets, we’ve got them all. 20 Keep an eye out to spot a Moose, our official animal ambassador. Family Fun 5 Hitting the road with the whole family? Find plenty of ideas for keeping the (family) Whitewater Rafting is King peace while on vacation here. Experience the epic thrill of the finest whitewater rafting in the East. 21 6 Strolling into the Holidays Revelry and good cheer greet you on Let’s Go Camping strolls through our towns and villages. Kids. Gear. Tent. Car. Go. And don’t 22 forget the marshmallows. 7 The Ladies Delight 12 in Lake Cobbosseecontee. One cast and you’ll be hooked in the home of the 2014 Major League Fishing Maine’s sweetest little (and only active inland) lighthouse sits on a small island World-Class Fishing Summit Cup. 14 Hunting Discover traditions passed down from Eat, Drink and Be Merry A foodie’s delight, with everything from brew pubs and diners to heritage grains and whoopie pies. 24 Real Maine Maple Real Maine maple syrup is some of the best anywhere. Come see how it’s made every March on Maine Maple Sunday. generation to generation. 16 Special Moments Our region offers a beautiful backdrop in any season for an ideal destination event. 17 Shopping 8 Hiking and Biking Whether on a mountain path, in-town trail or the open road, the choice is yours! 9 Enjoy America’s pastime: from retail therapy to browsing for antiques and Maine-made crafts. 18 Arts and Culture On the Water Paddling here is simply good for the soul. 2 Stellar performances across the region are worth a second look. 25 Stop by a Farmers’ Markets From a roadside farmstand to an in-town Farmers’ Market taste some of the freshest food around.