Maine is huge, and there are epic outdoor adventures all over the state. You could easily spend weeks driving for hours to hit all Maine's best trails, lakes, rivers and mountains. But if you’re looking to set up camp and stay put, there is one place that might be considered...
Adventuring to Maine in autumn is a no brainer: with 90% forest cover, Maine's fall foliage is INCREDIBLE! But, what's the best way to see it all? Whitewater rafting, ATVing, and more make our top 5 list of the BEST things to do in Maine in the fall!...
Maine is full of towns with interesting names, but I'm pretty sure The Forks is at the top of the list. Besides just having a great name, The Forks, Maine has plenty of things to do year round. Situated where the Kennebec and Dead Rivers meet, it's is a haven...
Thinking about a family reunion in Maine? If you’ve got an outdoorsy family an active family reunion in the Maine woods might be the perfect thing! Whether you're planning for a large or small group, these fun family reunion ideas will get your nature-loving family outside, making memories for a...
My group has been fishing/rafting continuously since 1991 exclusively using Northern Outdoors including both the Kennebec and Penobscot Rivers. Dollar for dollar the experience provided by Northern Outdoors gives the participant the absolute Best Bang for the Buck!!! The emotional sensation is so enjoyable that my group members are still...
Registered Maine Guide Chris Russell has been guiding white water rafting trips, fly fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling for 25+ years. His workday is all about showing our guests a great time doing outdoor adventures...
Meet Victor DiSilvestro, who first ran these rivers at age 23 with founder Wayne Hockmeyer. Victor joined the team in 1999, and now guides for Northern Outdoors alongside his two sons, Luke and Zack....
Unreal! Fishing was great despite windy conditions, but the Guide we had stole the show. Chris Russell was great and good enough to invite us to his camp for lunch. He is a great guy and Northern Outdoors is lucky to have him running the all day...
I cannot say enough about what a fabulous trip I experienced at Northern Outdoors, everything from the location, hosts, the rafting and rafting guides, accommodations, great food, great beer, Suzie and the Smelts, kayaking, fishing and so much more...
Whether it's after a day rafting the Kennebec or snowmobiling through Maine's woods, nothing beats a tasty, handcrafted beer. Kennebec River Pub serves up some amazing beer and food, all in an atmosphere that welcomes everyone like a regular. While on a fall foliage tour of the eastern U.S. this past...
Up here in Maine, we are more than Leaf Peepers - oh yes indeed. We are Leaf Hunters - we take seriously the business of immersing ourselves in one of the most spectacular color shows of nature. In our neck of the North Woods, this show just so happens to...
I have already recommended Northern Outdoors as a vacation destination for my Florida friends. It was fantastic to get out of the traffic and heat! The rafting, fishing and hiking were top notch. I was really impressed with the food at the lodge and the freshly brewed beer was fantastic! Lauren K Sarasota,...
Why You Have Not YET Heard About Maine's Best Trout Fishing We sat down with Kennebec River Angler Owner Chris Russell to explore the unique fishing opportunities in the deep gorges of the Kennebec River watershed...
Another awesome year at The Forks! Kris Eaton was our guide this year and introduced us to "surfing" some of the rapids. This was our first time rafting in the rain and it was amazing. We added a fishing trip for the older boys this year and they loved it! Thanks again,...
My girlfriend and I recently visited Northern Outdoors for the first time and had an amazing time. Our rafting trip was so much. Not only was our guide super cool but the scenery was beautiful, and our lunch was delicious. We also went on a half-day fishing trip and we...
My father and I participated in the 1/2 Day Guided Fishing Trip, rafting on the Kennebec River. After a top notch breakfast at the lodge we set out for the well planned shuttle. The weather was the perfect fall day. Our guide Greg was as pleasant as a person could...