Events & Entertainment Calendar - The Forks Resort

Upcoming Events, Resort Entertainment Calendar, and Important Dates at Northern Outdoors
You'll find all our scheduled Northern Outdoors events, special dates, high water release dates here. Enjoy live entertainment on weekends year-round at The Forks Resort Center. Find out who's playing and when for weekend resort live entertainment.
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Live Entertainment Schedule Summer 2012
MAY 2012
| Friday, 5/4 | Mike Rodrigue |
| Saturday, 5/5 | Primates |
| Friday, 5/11 | John Hodgdon |
| Saturday, 5/12 | Song Pirates |
| Friday, 5/18 | Shane McNear |
| Saturday, 5/19 | Jason Mancini |
| Friday, 5/25 | Mike Rodrigue |
| Saturday, 5/26 | Suzie & The Smelts |
| Sunday, 5/27 | Shane McNear |
JUNE 2012
| Friday, 6/1 | John Hodgdon |
| Saturday, 6/2 | Song Pirates |
| Friday, 6/8 | Shane McNear |
| Saturday 6/9 | Suzie & The Smelts |
| Friday 6/15 | Jason Mancini |
| Saturday 6/16 | Altered Boys |
| Friday 6/22 | Mike Rodrigue |
| Saturday 6/23 | Song Pirates |
| Friday, 6/29 | John Hodgdon |
| Saturday, 6/30 | Primates |
JULY 2012
| Wednesday, 7/4 | Mike Rodrigue |
| Friday, 7/6 | Jason Mancini |
| Saturday, 7/7 | Altered Boys |
| Sunday, 7/8 | Shane McNear |
| Friday, 7/13 | John Hodgdon |
| Saturday, 7/14 | Suzie & The Smelts |
| Friday, 7/20 | Mike Rodrigue |
| Saturday, 7/21 | Primates |
| Friday, 7/27 | Jason Mancini |
| Saturday, 7/28 | Altered Boys |
AUGUST 2012
| Friday, 8/3 | John Hodgdon |
| Saturday, 8/4 | Song Pirates |
| Friday, 8/10 | Mike Rodrigue |
| Saturday 8/11 | Primates |
| Friday 8/17 | Jason Mancini |
| Saturday 8/18 | Altered Boys |
| Friday 8/24 | John Hodgdon |
| Saturday 8/25 | Song Pirates |
| Friday, 8/31 | Shane McNear |
SEPTEMBER 2012
| Saturday, 9/1 | Primates |
| Sunday, 9/2 | Mike Rodrigue |
| Friday, 9/7 | Jason Mancini |
| Saturday, 9/8 | Altered Boys |
| Friday, 9/14 | Shane McNear |
| Saturday 9/15 | Suzie & The Smelts |
| Friday, 9/21 | John Hodgdon |
| Saturday, 9/22 | Primates |
| Friday, 9/28 | Jason Mancini |
| Saturday 9/29 | Altered Boys |
OCTOBER 2012
| Friday, 10/5 | Shane McNear |
| Saturday, 10/6 | Suzie & The Smelts |
| Sunday, 10/7 | Mike Rodrigue |
Northern Outdoors Seasonal Events Calendar
May 2012
5th OPENING DAY KENNEBEC RAFTING SEASON:
First day of guided rafting trips on this classic Maine River.
Springtime runoff and smaller
crowds make opening day a great time to raft the Kennebec with Northern Outdoors.
12th SCHEDULED RELEASE ON THE DEAD RIVER: FIRST RELEASE
The first of 9 dam releases on the Dead River this season. Spring runoff will have the river flowing at an amazing 7,000 cubic feet per second. Reserve a spot early, as these popular trips fill up fast. This water level is for aggressive participants!
12th WORLD CLASS BASS FISHING OPENS:
Guided smallmouth bass fishing tours with Northern Outdoors are available starting today. Field and Stream magazine reports that the Upper Kennebec is on the verge of becoming the hottest smallmouth fishery in the Northeast! Or Try fishing for Landlocked Salmon and
Brook Trout on our cataraft fishing trip through the
Kennebec River Gorge.
26-28st MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. THE FIRST TRIPLE
CROWN WEEKEND OF THE SEASON.
Take advantage of the three-day weekend and spend it rafting and exploring the Maine wilderness. Serious whitewater fans can RAFT THE TRIPLE CROWN - three rivers in three days for an unforgettable start to summer
26th PENOBSCOT RIVER SEASON OPENER
Opening weekend for guided whitewater rafting tours on
the beautiful, remote, and turbulent Penobscot river.
Huge class V rapids and panoramic views of Mt. Katahdin await!
27th SPRING RAFT 'N BREWS
Calling all Beer Lovers! Raft the Dead River at the "Wicked Fun" level of 5500CFS, then return to The Forks Resort Center main lodge for a cookout, Kennebec River
brewery tours, $3 pints on the 27th, and live entertainment during Spring Raft 'n Brews.
June 2012
High water rafting on the Dead always provides unparalleled action. Turbulent rapids and rollercoaster waves create one of the most exciting whitewater experiences in New England in this 5,500 cubic foot per second dam release.
9th SCHEDULED RELEASE ON THE DEAD RIVER
Rafting on the Dead always provides unparalleled action. Turbulent rapids and rollercoaster waves create one of the most exciting whitewater experiences in New England. Today's scheduled release is 3,500CFS. If you've never rafted the Dead River and want to try it at a less intimidating level, today is your day.
11th KIDS' RAFT HALF PRICE MIDWEEK SPECIAL:
Starting June 11th, children age 8 to 15 can raft the Kennebec for 1/2 price Monday through Friday and kids aged 15 to 18 can raft the Penobscot for 1/2 price Monday through Friday. Offer is good through August 31st and is a great way to get out and experience the beauty of Maine with the kids, at a reduced price.16th MAXIMUM MAGIC: 1ST KENNEBEC HIGH WATER RELEASE!
Join us for this first of four special dam releases as the Kennebec will be flowing at nearly DOUBLE its normal volume. This is an aggressive, high adventure trip and only those with a “go for it” attitude should apply. In the evening listen to live music from one of western Maine's most popular local bands.
17th FATHER’S DAY:
Dad's Raft for FREE on Father's Day (1 dad per full paying guest). Spend quality time in the outdoors with your dad. There's nothing better than some father and son rafting to bring you closer together all topped of with handcrafted beers and hearty food at The Kennebec River Pub & Brewery.
July 2012
FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND:
Come to Northern Outdoors and celebrate your independence from another typical Fourth of July. Spend a day on the river with friends and family before returning to Northern Outdoors for a cook-out dinner, slide show, and a hand crafted Kennebec River Brewery Ale.
9th MAXXIMUM MAGIC: 2ND KENNEBEC HIGH WATER RELEASE!
Join us for the second of four special dam releases on the Kennebec River on Monday July 4th. High water will have the Kennebec flowing at nearly DOUBLE its normal volume. Spaces are limited on these aggressive, high adventure trips so early reservations are recommended.
August 2012
Don't let summer slip away without one last trip with the kids. The last week of August is the last chance for children age 8 to 15 to raft the Kennebec for 1/2 price Monday through Friday and for older kids 15 to 18 to raft the Penobscot for 1/2 price. Offer is good through August 31st and is a great way to get out and experience the beauty of Maine as a family, at a reduced price.
September 2012
Take full advantage of the long weekend and plan a trip to

Northern Outdoors. Whitewater rafting, ATVing, and hiking
are just a few of the activities available at Maine’s premier
outdoor adventure resort.
8th MAXXIMUM MAGIC: 3RD KENNEBEC HIGH WATER RELEASE!
Perfect for true adventure seekers, this special dam
release will get the Kennebec River running at DOUBLE
its normal volume. Big waves and huge rapids are sure
to get the adrenaline pumping.
15th SCHEDULED RELEASE ON THE DEAD RIVER:
Flowing at 3,500 cubic feet per second, the Dead is sure to give a memorable whitewater experience.
22nd MAXXIMUM MAGIC: FINAL KENNEBEC HIGH WATER RELEASE
This will be the final Maximum Magic dam release of the 2011 whitewater season. Make reservations early for this special, high adventure trip. The Kennebec will be running at nearly DOUBLE its normal volume, so grab a paddle and hold on tight!
October 2012
6th SCHEDULED RELEASE ON THE DEAD RIVER: FINAL CHANCE TO RUN THE DEAD!Today marks the last dam release on the Dead River for the 2012 season. Set against a backdrop of brilliant fall foliage and flowing at up to 6000 cubic feet per second, this trip is sure to be one of the most spectacular of the season!
6th OCTOBERFEST FALL RAFT 'N BREWS
Enjoy the final weekend of Dead River rafting Octoberfest-style during our Fall Raft 'n Brews with the Kennebec River Brewery hosting brewery tours, beer-tastings, $3 pints all day and live entertainment. Raft the Dead River at 600CFS!
6th-8th FINAL WEEKEND OF RAFTING FOR THE 2012 SEASON
Spend Columbus Weekend on the river and join the guides as we celebrate the final trip of the year.
29th OPENING DAY MAINE WHITETAIL DEER SEASON.
See www.mainedeerhunting.com for details.
November 2012
December 2012
DECEMBER 26th, OPENING DAY NORTHERN OUTDOORS SNOWMOBILE SEASON
Annual New Year's Eve Celebration
DEC 31, 2012: at Northern Outdoors Adventure Resort & The Kennebec River Brewery
Join us for the annual New Year's Eve Celebration Party at Northern Outdoors and our Kennebec River Brewery. Party includes: Midnight Appetizer Buffet and Champagne Toast. Karaoke music with John Hogdgon