#80 Maine Thing To Do - Fish Maine!
Fishing In Maine !!
There are several types of fishing in Maine. Freshwater, Freshwater Fly, Saltwater, Saltwater (Deep Sea), Saltwater Fly, and Ice Fishing. According to Mac McKeever of LL Bean, “Maine has world class fishing, and if your looking for coldwater rivers, pristine picturesque views, and diversity unmatched Maine has all the ingredients to make your fishing experience.” Maine has a heritage of good fishing, people come to the state to fish, from all over the world. Tour operators and professional guides escort many, but its not too hard to find a great fishing experience in Maine. Within miles, of where you are, there might be 10-20 locations available. Common fish to catch are Brook Trout, Small Mouth Bass, Striper, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon, Blue Fin Tuna, Shark and hundreds more. Fishing is a huge sport in Maine, all year long. Maine has its abundance of water 6000 ponds, and 32,000 miles of rivers ,and of course the Atlantic Ocean, it is truly why the state is called Vacationland. Hook up with a guide, www.maineguides.com , reel in a charter, check out www.NorthernOutdoors.com, Odyssey Fishing, Three Rivers Whitewater, even stop by a Bait Tackle shop, there is probably one within casting distance from you. During the summer months you can even stay at a Fishing Camp. There are plenty of people to help you pick out the perfect spot to catch that fish in Maine! Freshwater Fishing areas are generally open from April - September, but that doesnt stop the Ice Fisherman…in the winter months.Check out www.visitmaine.com for more info
Fish Northern Outdoors
Fish for Smallmouth Bass, Trout, and Landlocked Salmon in Maine
Northern Outdoors offers fully guided, multi-day fishing packages to some of the finest freshwater fishing in Maine. We fish remote and beautiful stretches of water in western Maine - undoubtedly one of the best fisheries in the United States.
- All fishing is catch and release.
- Each trip is completely outfitted including transportation, boat, rods, lures, and experienced, expert guides.
- Season starts in mid-May 15 and runs through September.
- Extended Salmon Season runs until October 31.
Maine Smallmouth Bass Fishing
Spin Casting, or Fly Fishing by Special Request Pound for pound, these are the hardest fighting fish Maine has to offer. The remote lakes and rivers we access provide plenty of action for both the beginner and the experienced angler.
Fly Fishing Only Programs We offer outstanding fly fishing for Maine’s four major cold water fish species right from our doorstep. Acrobatic landlocked salmon, rugged brown trout, frisky rainbow trout, and the legendary brook trout abound in the Upper Kennebec Watershed.
Brook Trout in Maine’s Remote Ponds. This is the trout fishing Maine is famous for! Fishing from a canoe, row boat, or float tube we’ll arrive before dusk to prepare for the evening hatches. Anglers booking trips in late June and early July can expect the infamous Green Drake or Hex Hatch, a sure must-see experience for any serious fly angler.
Specials
Need help to dial in on the best vacation package for your needs? Email us or call us via phone @ 1-800-765-RAFT (1-800-765-7238). We’re here to help!
Northern Outdoors
Old Canada National Scenic Road
1771 US Route 201
The Forks, Maine 04985
info@northernoutdoors.com
(800) 765-7238 (US & Canada)
(207) 663-4466 (all others)
www.NorthernOutdoors.com
Odyssey Deep Sea - Portland
Odyssey offers two types of fishing trips!Six hour off-shore Cod fishing trips - Join our experienced crew as we head out to deep sea ledges in pursuit of various bottom fish species including Cod, Pollock, Cusk, Haddock and the occasional Dogfish! We will provide all tackle and bait along with expert advise. We’ll even fillet your catch on the ride to the dock. Don’t be surprised if you spot a whale on these trips. You’ll also pass historic light houses and forts on the way out and back.
We also offer three hour Mackerel trips - These are great family trips, we stay in Casco Bay where we anchor up and chum for Mackerel. We fish with jigs on light tackle making kids and adults alike feel like champion anglers! Our experienced hands will help you land your catch and take the fish off your line. We’ll even fillet and bag your catch for you. This is also a great trip to get to see Casco Bay and it’s many light houses, forts and varied wild life. Don’t be surprised if you spot a seal or two!
Odyssey Fishing
170 Commercial Street
Portland, Maine 04101
Phone: (207) 775-0727
E-mail:info@odysseywhalewatch.com
Maine Guided Fishing Trips
Join our experienced guides on a fishin’ mission to catch some of the most challenging game species in the state including Landlocked Salmon, Native Brook Trout, and the ornery Small Mouth Bass. Our lodge is located to reach many of Maine’s finest fishing lakes and rivers including the upper Kennebec and Dead Rivers.
Our guided fishing trips include your guide, boats, tackle & equipment for both fly fishing or spin casting, and a great picnic lunch. To preserve the resources, our trips are catch and release.
Rates
- $200.00 - 1 angler
- $125.00 pp - 2 anglers
- $99.00 pp - 3 or more
The Lure of Ice Fishing
Ice fishing is the activity of catching fish with lines and fish hooks or spears through an opening in the ice on a frozen body of water. Ice anglers may sit on the stool in the open on a frozen lake, or in a heated cabin on the ice, some with bunks and amenities.Icefishing gear is highly specialized. First, an ice saw or auger or chisel is required to cut a circular hole or larger rectangular hole in the ice. Power augers are sometimes used. A skimmer is used to remove new ice as it forms and to clear slush left from making the hole. During colder periods most ice anglers choose to carry a heater of some type. The heater is for warmth and it also keeps an anglers fishing hole from freezing. When temperatures reach -20 °F or colder it becomes very hard to keep a fishing hole open.
Smelting- a Maine Phenomenon.
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
Maine Department Of Marine Resources
