Maine Wilderness Fishing

02/07/2025

I’ve always been a subsurface guy—streamers, nymphs, anything below the surface. But one day on K Lake, an elderly angler with a soft-casting Winston 5-weight showed me otherwise. No hatches, no rises—just a dry fly and one trout after another.

That day changed the way I look at fly fishing. Now, my fly box has more dries than ever.

Read the full story and why I’ll never underestimate a dry fly again

"I always preferred subsurface flies—until one day on K Lake changed my mind. Discover how a dry fly outperformed all else and why I now keep more in my fly box. Read more about this unexpected lesson in Maine fly fishing!"

01/30/2025

🚗🎣 Skip the traffic & start your Acadia trip with a Bangor fishing adventure! Stay the night, enjoy a guided trip in the morning, explore local sights, & hit the road stress-free in the afternoon. Book now & make the most of your Maine getaway!

Avoid the traffic and make the most of your trip! Stay in Bangor, enjoy a guided fishing adventure, explore local sights, and head to Acadia stress-free. Book now! 🎣🚗

01/27/2025

🎣 Ice Shacks Are Ready for Rentals! 🐟

The shacks are on the lake, and we’re officially open for the season! Looking for a fun family trip? Ice fishing is a unique experience for all ages.

Within 30 minutes of Bangor!

✅ Few weekends and many weekdays still available

💰 Pricing:

$50/day

$150/night (includes 2 full days of fishing—day before and day after your overnight stay).

What’s Included:

Fully insulated and heated shacks

Coleman stove for cooking

Lights

2 jig holes with rattle reels ready to go

A camp toilet for your convenience

Don’t miss out on this memorable winter adventure! Message me for more details or to book your spot. ❄️

✨ Guides are available at an additional cost to help get you set up to catch fish and make the most of your trip!

01/01/2025

Looking to make lasting memories this winter? Ice fishing with kids is a fun way to enjoy Maine’s outdoors! 🐟❄️ Check out our tips from a family trip near Bangor, where we caught fish, sipped hot cocoa, and had a blast sledding on the ice.

Ice fishing is a fantastic way to introduce kids to the joys of the outdoors during the winter months. Recently, I had the pleasure of taking my family—my wife, Michelle, and our two boys, Logan (6) and Miles (2.5)—out for an ice fishing adventure on Hermon Pond near Bangor, Maine. While ice fis...

12/16/2024

🎣❄️ Ice fishing tip from a Maine Guide: Handle fish with wet hands, minimize air exposure, and use quick, proper tools to unhook. Watch tip-ups closely to avoid swallowed hooks. Remember, get the fish back in the water fast!

Ice fishing in Maine offers a unique experience, but it also comes with specific challenges when practicing catch and release. As a Registered Maine Guide, I've learned that minimizing air exposure, using wet hands, and handling fish with care are key to ensuring their survival. Reacting quickly to....

12/11/2024

Forget the winter blues! 🥶 Ice fishing in Maine is the perfect way to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and catch some delicious fish. 🎣 Learn more about this exciting winter sport and book your trip today!

Discover the thrill of ice fishing in Maine with an experienced Maine guide. Learn how to ice fish, target species like crappie, bass, and pike, and enjoy a warm, family-friendly adventure. Book your ice fishing guide trip today!

12/07/2024

🎁 Looking for the perfect gift for the outdoor enthusiast in your life? Check out my Top 10 Gift Ideas for Outdoor Enthusiasts! From survival fire starters and multi-tools to premium outerwear, there's something for every adventurer.

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11/17/2024

🎣❄️ Ice Fishing Adventure Awaits—Just 30 Minutes from Bangor! ❄️🎣

Stay cozy, fish in comfort, and make this winter unforgettable! 🐟 Our heated ice shacks are perfect for day trips or overnight stays, offering everything you need for a hassle-free experience on the ice.

🔥 What’s Included:
✅ Heat to keep you toasty
✅ 2 double cots for overnight comfort
✅ Interior lighting for convenience
✅ 2 rattle reels over jig holes for fishing inside the shack
✅ Fishing tips from a Registered Maine Guide to help you reel in the big one

🎣 What to Bring:
👉 Your fishing gear and bait
👉 A valid fishing license
👉 A sleeping bag for overnight stays
👉 A sense of adventure!

Located just 30 minutes from Bangor, our shacks are set up on prime fishing spots so you can focus on fun and relaxation.

Spots fill fast—don’t wait! Reserve your ice shack today and enjoy the best of Maine's winter fishing.

📞 Call or message now to book!
📍 Central Maine Lakes

11/16/2024

Disappointed by last night's showdown? Don’t worry—our fish put up a real fight!

11/08/2024

A collection of lead fishing weights that were commonly used prior to the lead sinker ban Adapting to Maine’s Lead Sinker Ban: Finding Alternatives to Lead Jig HeadsMaine's beautiful lakes and rivers are a haven for anglers, but recent legislation hasintroduced a significant change: the ban on lead sinkers and lead jigs. This new law aims toprotect wildlife, particularly loons and other waterfowl, from lead poisoning caused by…...

Adapting to Maine’s Lead Sinker Ban: Finding Alternatives to Lead Jig HeadsMaine’s beautiful lakes and rivers are a haven for anglers, but recent legislation hasintroduced a significant change: the ban on lead sinkers and lead jigs. This new law aims toprotect wildlife, particularly loons and ot...

10/27/2024

The views we get while bird hunting never get old

09/28/2024

This course is a Skills & Exam day. Online portion or paper manual/workbook (mailed after registration) must be complete prior to class.

09/23/2024

Congrats to Bruce on this beautiful landlocked salmon he caught today! 🎣 The bright silver color of this fish is something else! It put up an acrobatic fight on the fly rod—one for the books!

09/20/2024

Fall fishing in Maine is ON! We've been hauling in some big, beautifully colored-up trout lately, and it doesn't get much better than this. The crisp air, stunning fall foliage, and the trout are in full fall colors, making every trip out an unforgettable one. If you haven’t hit the water this season yet, now’s the time! Fall fishing at its finest!

07/12/2024

Carter with a nice 18" salmon. Gotta look for cooler water this time of year. Check with a local guide, lodge or shop for help. Grants Kennebago Camps

07/03/2024

On my vacations, I fish! We're up on the Gaspé peninsula this week. Stripers on the gulf today. Will be going after Atlantic Salmon tomorrow