Hosts: Doug & Candee McCafferty
E-mail: info@whisperwoodlodge.com
Belgrade, ME
(207) 465-3983

Area Attractions & Services

If you can get the kids out of the water or the "big kids" out of the boat, there are lots
of things to do and see in the area.

      
We are in Central Maine. Look for things in or around Kennebec and Somerset Counties.
Use our Map to help orient yourself.

Arrangements can be made for full or half day Guided Trips to explore the area and participate in such activities as:  Fishing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Hiking, or Bird and Wildlife Watching.   If you are thinking of using a Maine Guide, please try to make arrangement with us before your arrival. 

Get Real Maine lists lots of Agricultural stuff. Pick your own berries, apples, etc. depending on what's in season.

Some of the area County Fairs can be found at Maine Agricultural Fairs



                                          Click here for Schedule of area events:

 

Maine Bone Carving - Hand Carved Moose Bone Jewelry - Contemporary Designs in an ancient  Medium Gerry and I had spent most of our lives dreaming about going to New Zealand. In 1989 we decided to stop dreaming and actually do it. We were not expecting a life-changing event to happen once we got there, but that's exactly what happened. We discovered bone carving. "Discovering" bone carving would seem a silly thing to say to the average New Zealander. Carving is so much a part of that country, and such a basic part of the culture of the Maoris, New Zealand's native people. In New Zealand, carvings are seen everywhere, even on the fronts of buildings.We immediately fell in love with the intricate and graceful carvings that we saw and purchased several of them before returning home to the states. We had no idea that those first carvings that we carried home would change our lives forever. a premier beading store, conveniently located, offering a huge variety of beads, beading supplies, and classes for the beginning, as well as advanced, beader. 333 Water Street Augusta, Maine 04330 (207) 622-1666   Liberty, Maine - Are you a Tool Guy?  Check out Liberty Tool Company for their unique inventory of tools     Over 9,500 Bolts of Fine Quilting Cottons from $2.99 per yard! 800+ Batik and Bali Fabrics! Hundreds of Books & Patterns Notions, Tools and Supplies Quilts For Sale Jelly Rolls, Charm Packs,Fat Quarters, Layer Cakes, Bali Pops & More! Helpful, Friendly Staff Over 150 Years Combined Sewing Experience Authorized Janome Dealer & Service Center since 1984 Free Lesson with Each Machine Purchase   The Maine Wildlife Park is now OPEN FOR THE 2010 SEASON Daily 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, visitors can stay until 6:00 pm See each species of animal in the State of Maine NEW This Year Take a FREE audio tour of our wildlife exhibits using your personal cell phone. This is one tool you can use to learn more about the park and our wildlife. The audio tour is free, but you will be charged cell phone minutes based on the plan you have with your service provider.   Call 228-1700 to learn more! Purchase your Season Pass Online - Makes a great gift!

DEW Animal Kingdom is located on 42 acres in beautiful Mt. Vernon, Maine, in western Kennebec County. With a wide variety of animals from all over the world, DEW Animal Kingdom has something for everyone young and old. Be prepared to be exhilarated and educated as you walk the trails alone or if you're lucky enough to catch a tour.  Unlike "zoos" which allow you to see animals from a distance, DEW Animal Kingdom lets you get up close and intimate with some of the most exotic animals walking the planet. DEW Animal Kingdom is solely owned and operated by Julie and Bob Miner.
 

A1Jetport Taxi & Town Car Service is now serving summer facilities in your area with their  transportation needs. We are located at the Portland Jetport , but will pick up at the Manchester and Logan Airports as well. Our service is 24 hrs. so early morning pick ups at your business to an airport is not a problem. All major credit cards are accepted. Here is a link to our website : www.a-1jetporttaxi.com  Thank you and Have a Great Summer.
             10% discount for all Whisperwood Lodge customers.
 

Come visit one of Maine's oldest historical sites!

If gardening is your thing, take a look at: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

For some interesting and fun shopping try: Marden's Surplus & Salvage

For hobby shop and race car enthusiasts, look at: Granite Leisure Time

There are also a number of Museums in Maine. Checkout Maine Museums for more information.

If you like to shop, we're close to that too. There's new stores going in both Waterville
and Augusta, plenty of choices, and of course, there's lots of wildlife to watch.

Arcadia National Park Hotels - information about Arcadia National Park and places to stay.

If you enjoy Hiking there are a number of choices locally. Two great places close by are
the Kennebec Highland is a 15 minute drive away and Mt Blue State Park is about 45 minute ride from Whisperwood.

Day trips visiting Maine’s Rocky Coast with its Beaches & Lighthouses, is a 1.5 hour drive from Whisperwood.
A visit to Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park is about a 2.5 hour drive.

There are two beautiful Golf Courses within a 10 to 15 minute drive of our location.
They are Natanis Golf Course and Belgrade Lakes Golf Course.

Take the family out to Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream Shop to enjoy some Ice Cream and play a round of Miniature Golf or try your luck in their Baseball Batting Cages.

A day trip to Fun Town Splash Town U.S.A. Northern New England’s largest family
Theme Amusement & Water Park is 2 hour ride from Whisperwood.

If you would like to take in a movie, there are two Movie Cinemas close by, one in Waterville, a 10 minute drive and Augusta a 20 minute drive from our location.

If the Live Theater is something that you enjoy! Try a night out at one of the three theaters in the area: The Lakewood Theater is one of the oldest continually running Summer Theaters in the country. The Theater at Monmouth has a long running history of great summer shows. The Waterville Opera House also provides a good schedule of shows throughout the year.

If you enjoy visiting American Historic Landmarks try Old Fort Western, built 1754 it is America’s oldest surviving wooden fort. It is located on the Kennebec River in Augusta which is Maine’s Capital City located 15 miles southeast of Whisperwood.

Take in some area Summer Events, Fairs & Festivals:

July:
Maine Lobster Festival
Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival
East Benton Fiddler’s Convention
Pittston Fair
Bangor State Fair
Monmouth Fair

August:
American Folk Festival
Maine Antiques Festival
The Great Falls Balloon
Skowhegan State Fair
Topsham Fair
Union Fair
Windsor Fair

September:
Clinton Lions Fair