10th anniversary

Woods & Waters Day

Celebrating 10 Years

a decade of progress, a future worth protecting
Join us August 15, 2026
  • Four people pose together outdoors, smiling amidst a crowd in a casual, sunny setting. Trees and buildings are in the background.
  • A group of four people chat around a table at an outdoor event, with drinks and flowers on the table.
  • A lively outdoor gathering under a large tent with attendees mingling and enjoying the greenery.
  • A group of people seated in a circular arrangement outdoors, participating in a drumming session surrounded by nature.
  • A band performs under a tent, featuring a singer, keyboardist, bassist, drummer, and guitarist. Greenery in the background.
  • People gather at a table displaying various boots and raffle information during an outdoor event.
  • A display of various boots, decorated with flowers and signage for Evo Rock Fitness, set outdoors on a table.

Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters invites you to a special 10th anniversary celebration of Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Join us in reflecting on a decade of milestones met, while charting an ambitious future for the monument and Katahdin region communities. Delicious food, Maine Beer Company on tap, unique silent auction items, and an opportunity to play a part in the monument’s next chapter – don’t miss this evening to remember on the shores of beautiful Millinocket Lake!

  • Saturday, August 15, 2026 | 5pm to 9pm
  • New England Outdoor Center, 30 Twin Pines Road, Millinocket
  • Buffet dinner featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients
  • Live music and dancing with Lazers in the Jungle
  • Tickets are $50 per person, including first pour of Maine Beer Co.

Additional Weekend Activities

Friday, Aug. 14, 12:OO PM | Loop Road Overlook Ribbon Cutting [Free, Registration Encouraged]

Friday, Aug. 14, 1:00 PM | NPS-led BioBlitz at Loop Road Overlook [Free, Registration Encouraged]

Friday, Aug. 14, 4:00 PM | Magic City Tour, Downtown Millinocket [Free, Registration Encouraged]

Saturday, Aug. 15, 8:00 AM | NPS-led Bird Walk, Tekαkαpimək Contact Station [Free, Drop In]

Saturday, Aug. 15, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM | Passamaquoddy-Penobscot artist Natalie (Kasq) Dana Lolar demonstrates the delicate craft of making miniature rattle earrings at Tekαkαpimək Contact Station [Free, Drop In]

Saturday, Aug. 15, 1:00 PM | NPS-led Paddle Excursion (2 hours), Lunksoos Boat Launch [Details]

Saturday, Aug. 15, 9:00 PM | NPS-led Stargazing, Millinocket Lake, NEOC [Free, Drop In]

All Weekend | Explore Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

Lodging

New England Outdoor Center – 1 cabin open (Sandy Stream) – call or book online
Big Moose Inn – Private rooms and suites, cabins, and camping – 5 minutes to NEOC
5 Lakes Lodge – 1 room open (Ambejesus) – Private rooms and suites – 25 minutes to NEOC
Baxter Park Inn – Standard hotel/motel rooms in Millinocket – 20 minutes to NEOC
Katahdin Inn and Suites – Standard hotel/motel rooms in Millinocket – 20 minutes to NEOC

Find more options here at the lodging guide from Destination Katahdin.

Silent Auction Preview

Thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible – there is still time to join us!

Questions? Contact us!