For more than 150 years, people have traveled to the Moosehead Lake in Maine for adventure and relaxation. Mount Kineo's 700-foot cliffs shoot straight out of the water, which is dotted with more than 80 islands, and some say moose outnumber people three to one.

In the 1800s, steamboats were the only way to get to mountain resorts and camps. They were used to deliver mail, livestock and — in support of the timber industry — large rafts of logs. During the steamboat's heyday, as many as 50 would be tugging across the lake at once.

Now, visitors can experience the majesty of Moosehead Lake and its steamboat history on the Katahdin, affectionately known as KateThis hardworking steamboat built in 1914 participated in the nation's last log drive and was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Kate is offering two special upcoming cruises:

Moosehead Marine Museum
The Tyler Healy Bank
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1) Country Music Sunset Dance Cruise: Dance to classic Country songs performed by The Tyler Healy Band as the sun throws beautiful watercolors across the sky. This sunset cruise will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 17 and is for ages 21 and older.

Moosehead Marine Museum
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2) Brunch cruise: Take in the spectacular views and enjoy a brunch buffet by Kelly’s Landing during a two-hour cruise starting at 10 a.m. Aug. 25. Bloody Marys, screwdrivers and mimosas will be available from a cash bar. All ages are welcome and children 2 and younger are free.

In addition, Kate offers several 3-hour and 5.5-hour cruises through November, so click here for schedules and ticket information.

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