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The benefits of swiftwater rescue training are far greater than the alternative, which could be a tragic, preventable accident.  Northeast Whitewater trains participants in our Level IV ACA Swiftwater Rescue Training with hands-on, scenario-based rescue training designed specifically for whitewater boaters; kayakers, rafters, cat boaters, stand up paddleboarders, river boarders, and canoeists.  You will learn and… Read More

Maine welcomes you to be an observer of the natural world through wildlife watching nature tours! Birds chirping, moose munching, deer bounding and otters playing – the sounds of the forest are all right here. Wildlife watching allows you to experience places you would not normally go, but because it is awe-inspiring, fond memories are… Read More

Northeast Whitewater guides fishing weekend was a fabulous fishing success, but also a wonderful winter weekend for Northeast Whitewater guides to get together here at Moosehead Lake to catch up, catch fish and enjoy the snow, ice and lots of food together.  All good times begin with food and we all enjoy camp stove cooking… Read More

A visit to Maine’s coast is not quite complete without visiting our moose tours near Bar Harbor.  For moose to live on Maine’s rocky coast is not impossible, but unlikely.  Instead moose live in the woodlands and forests of the Maine highlands.  A day trip from Bar Harbor to experience a Maine moose watching tour… Read More

Winter activities at Northeast Whitewater guide you into the Maine Woods to enjoy snowy landscapes, wildlife in winter and the natural, unspoiled woodlands around Moosehead Lake.  Our registered Maine guides customize Northeast Whitewater winter activities to our guests comfort level to provide the best winter experience on each and every trip.  If you enjoy the snow… Read More

Moosehead Lake is a destination for everything outdoors; visitor highlights include seeing moose in their natural habitat, tackling whitewater rapids on our nearby rivers, relaxing with a book at a lakeside retreat and yes, hiking!  Not only is the Moosehead Lake area ideal for the casual hiker, it also is a destination for the more serious backpacker.  What’s… Read More

Northeast Whitewater is proud to announce its new modern basecamp at Moosehead Lake Maine ready for spring 2018 with on-site camping, yurts, meal plans and huge bathhouse – your basecamp, lodge and guides to 3.5 million acres of Maine’s woods and waters at Moosehead Lake! Northeast Whitewater is nearing the end of its 11th season and 2nd… Read More

Awesome Trip: Kennebec River Rafting!  This was our first time whitewater rafting and we had so much fun! Our guide, Derek, was friendly, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor. We loved the BBQ lunch, much better than the usual cold sandwiches, and were impressed with how quickly everything was set up and prepared… Read More

Unforgettable Moose Safari by Canoe We (a family of 2 adults and 4 children ages 12 to 14) hired a private water moose safari in the afternoon, and had an unforgettable experience. Our wonderful guide, drove one hour to the lake where we were to take 2 canoes, she explained everything about moose and how we… Read More

Canoe Moose Watching  We had an absolutely fabulous time moose watching by canoe in the evening. Some members of our group were absolute nervous novice canoeists. Northeast staff immediately was warm, reassuring, friendly and inviting. Our guide was fantastic: knowledgeable, friendly and we had two perfect, very up close long encounters with a cow and… Read More