Sometimes the only place to be is "on the river" in beautiful downtown The Forks, Maine (pop. 35). For me, here's why...

1. Tradition. Summer just wouldn't be summer without Dr. Duct Tape's "Dead River Dunk."

2. Kayaking the Dead and Kennebec Rivers.

3. Rafting the Dead and Kennebec Rivers.

4. The Marshall's fabulous green chili chicken burritos on Saturday night.

5. Relaxing with good friends around the campfire at Webb's Campground.

6. Getting to dry your wet underwear over the campfire.

7. The beauty and power of 90' Moxie Falls.

8. Getting to help a friend move his outhouse at Lake Moxie.

9. Getting to wear your clown nose whenever you want.

10. Chowing down on "Mom's" world famous deviled eggs at Thompson's Restaurant in Bingham.