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Are Smallmouth Bass Undervalued?
Growing up, Smallmouth Bass weren’t considered a challenge. But after spending time on Maine’s Penobscot and Kennebec Rivers, I’ve come to appreciate these hard-fighting fish, both in the water and on the plate. From explosive top-water strikes to delicious shore lunches, smallmouths are a species worth respecting. Read more
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How Many Flies Should You Carry? A Fly Fisher’s Dilemma
Every fly angler wonders how many flies to carry. For a day trip, 3-4 of each pattern usually suffices, but guides and multi-day anglers need more. Stock up on a dozen of your top producers, a half dozen of lesser-used patterns, and a couple of experimental flies. And if you tie your own, a travel… Read more
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Thankful for my wife and family
Chasing my dream of becoming a Maine Guide wouldn’t have been possible without my wife’s unwavering support. She saw my unhappiness in my old job and encouraged me to follow my passion, despite the challenges. While I’m out guiding, she holds everything together at home, raising our two boys and making sacrifices so I can… Read more
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Humbled by a Dry Fly
A Lesson in Dry Flies I’ve always favored subsurface flies—until a guided trip changed my mind. With no hatches, an elderly angler still landed trout after trout on a dry fly. That day, he out-fished a proven streamer, proving sometimes a dry fly works when nothing else should Read more
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Flying to Bangor? Skip the Traffic & Start Your Acadia Adventure with a Fishing Trip!
Many travelers heading to Acadia National Park pass through Bangor, often facing heavy traffic as they drive east in the morning and return in the afternoon. Why not beat the crowds and make the most of your time by staying in Bangor for a relaxing night and enjoying a morning fishing trip before heading to… Read more
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Engaging Kids in Ice Fishing: Essential Strategies
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 fishing with young… Read more
