Monthly Archives: January 2012

Once upon a time in Rockwood, Maine there sat a house. Not just any house. The Mt. Kineo House. This particular house was more like a mansion that could accommodate 500 guests. It sat just behind Mt. Kineo itself where guests could enjoy the best views of Moosehead Lake.  There were three of these houses. … Continue reading »

I don’t know about you but I’ve always wondered how birds survive the winter. Larger birds are probably better off. But what about the small birds, like Chickadees? I’m hoping that you all are as surprised as I was when I found out just how amazing these lil’ creatures are. You’ve probably noticed that birds … Continue reading »

Hello again! Hopefully you all read my previous blog about the river drives. This blog is a little follow up about them. Remember how I mentioned about 10% of logs transported downriver sank each year? Well picture this – if there were about 8.7 BILLION logs that went to the mills via river, imagine 10% … Continue reading »

For all you fly fishermen, I suggest you read this blog. You’ve got some unexpected competition for your fly feathers. Can’t figure it out? Its women of all ages, hopping on the hair feather accessory bandwagon. These “fashionable” women are using feathers, normally used to tie flies, to clip or bond into their hair. They … Continue reading »

    River driving was a part of Maine for years. Some say it began due to the British Mast Trade. In the 1600’s King Charles II issued a proclamation to prohibit colonists from cutting wood of a certain measurement. This was in response to the depletion of timber in Europe. The timber along the … Continue reading »

         I’ve lived in Greenville since I was 7. Time after time again I’ve heard of people going out and finding moose antlers, known as sheds, for either souvenirs or to sell. I never really got interested in it. That is until now. I think that as you get older you always develop a … Continue reading »

 This blog is for all you bird watchers or for those of you looking for a little adventure! Plum Creek Timber Company, Inc. has developed a program to help find Bald Eagle nests in their efforts to protect this national bird. The program offers a $100 reward to anyone who finds a NEW Bald Eagle … Continue reading »

       Let me begin by saying I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas & I hope you have an even better new year! If you are looking to be more adventurous in the New Year, what better way to start it off then by coming to the Moosehead Lake region to go snowmobiling?! The … Continue reading »