"Get Outdoors" Maine Summer Vacation Packages at the Birches Resort

Early summer vacation packages at Maine's premier wilderness resort, The Birches Resort on Moosehead Lake in Rockwood.

Rockwood, Maine (PRWEB) May 9, 2009 -- Get a jump on summer with The Birches Resort's "Get Outdoors" Summer Vacation Packages. Families have been vacationing at The Birches Resort, in Rockwood, Maine for generations. Located on Moosehead Lake, on 11,000 acres of wilderness, The Birches Resort is a perfect launching point to see wildlife in their natural habitat - especially Maine's revered moose. See them up close and personal on a guided kayak expedition, or take The Birches' famous "Moose Cruise" on the resort's pontoon boats.

The resort was built in the 1930's as a classic Maine hunting and fishing lodge. Accommodations include log cabins that dot the lake, guest rooms in The Birches Lodge, and a variety of comfortable rental vacation homes. For those looking for a more rustic experience, The Birches Resort's Kozy Kabins provide a comfortable camping experience. The Birches Resort dining room overlooking the lake, offers breakfast, lunch and dinners for resort guests and travelers.

From May until mid-July The Birches offers the following deals:

Fisherman's Getaway                    $190 Each/4 people

Catch the big one! Enjoy the best fishing Moosehead Lake has to offer.

Stay 3 nights in a 2-bedroom lakeside cabin. Package includes 3 lunches, 2-day boat rental. Guides available upon request for an additional cost.    May/June Only

Remote Fishing Experience                    $175 Each/2 people

Try your luck with fishing at a nearby remote pond or stream. Stay 2 nights in a

1-bedroom lakeside cabin. Packages includes 2 Breakfast/2 Lunches, 2 days of canoe or

kayak rental. A plane ride to a remote spot is available for an additional cost.

May/June Only.

Rafting Package 4 people        Kennebec = $140 Each    Penobscot = $173 each

Whitewater rafting at its best. Stay 2 nights in a 2-bedroom lakeside cabin.

Package includes 2 breakfasts, half a day canoe or kayak rental. May/June Only.

Moose Watch Adventure                    $270 Each/2 people

Observe moose in their natural habitat. Stay 2 nights in a 1-bedroom lakeside cabin.

Package includes 2 breakfast/2 dinners, 1 jeep tour, and scenic evening moose safari.

Active Women Special                    $135 Each/4 people

For the sports minded lady. Stay 2 nights in a 2-bedroom lakeside cabin. Package

includes 2 breakfast/2 lunches, free use of kayaks, canoes, bikes, hot tub/sauna,

fitness center and hiking trails.

Mid Week Specials                        $360.00 Each/ 2 people

Enjoy the wilderness during the week. Stay 3 nights in a 1-bedroom lakeside cabin. Package includes 2 Dinners/3 Breakfasts, 1-Day Boat Rental, scenic evening moose safari.

Kids & Kozy Kabins        4 people        $90.00 Adults/$45.00 Child under 12.

Geared for the adventurous youngster. Stay 2 nights in a Kozy Kabin. Package includes

2 breakfasts and use of the hot tub/sauna and hiking trails.

About The Birches Resort: The Birches Resort, on Moosehead Lake, just outside of Greenville, was built in the 1930's as a hunting and fishing lodge. Family owned and operated, The Birches Resort is located on 11,000 acres of privately owned wilderness, and sits on the shore of Moosehead Lake, overlooking Mount Kineo. Today, The Birches Resort specializes in adventure vacations that appeal to the whole family. For more information visit the resort's website: (www.birches.com) or call 800-825-9453.

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