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About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Cover productive water efficiently and access classic Maine trout and salmon runs from the comfort of a drift boat on this guided fly fishing trip through some of Western Maine’s premier river systems.

These trips are designed around fishing larger rivers where drifting allows anglers to reach productive seams, pools, and structure that are difficult to access on foot. Depending on season and conditions, trips may target wild brook trout, landlocked salmon, brown trout, rainbow trout, and smallmouth bass throughout fisheries like the Kennebec River, West Branch Penobscot, and rivers within the Rangeley Region.

The drift boat format allows anglers to fish a wide variety of water throughout the day while adjusting techniques based on hatches, flows, and fish behavior. Depending on conditions, trips may involve dry flies, streamers, nymphing, or other presentations suited to the fishery and season.

Half-day trips offer a great introduction to these rivers, while full-day trips provide additional time to cover more water and fully experience the fishery.

All flies, terminal tackle, loaner rods, instruction, transportation within the fishing area, and shore lunch on full-day trips are included. Guests should bring a valid Maine fishing license along with weather-appropriate gear and any personal equipment they wish to fish with.

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 30 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	8 hours
1 Person	$400.00	$550.00
2 People	$400.00	$550.00

Pay 50% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Nicoli B.

Independent Guide

About Your Guide

Nicoli B.

Independent Guide

Nicoli is a professional fly fishing guide residing in Kingfield, Maine since 2001. As an avid outdoorsman, you can usually find him pursuing trout and salmon on one of Maine's many fine rivers, or hunting the marshes and fields chasing ducks and geese as they migrate south. He cut his teeth fly fishing the challenging and productive Farmington River in NW Connecticut. After a fishing trip to the Rapid River with his Uncle Wayne in 1994, Nicoli knew that the Western Mountains of Maine was where he'd someday make his home. After a few trips to Colorado's South Platte River and the Roaring Fork of the Colorado River, experiencing the western guide culture, he knew he wanted to be a fly fishing guide. Fast forward to the present, and he is using his 25+ years of experience fishing Maine's fabled waters to fulfill his dream of hosting fly fishers from near and far in this great state he calls home. A registered Maine guide since 2010, his resume includes guiding for some of the most prestigious lodges and outfitters in Maine. With extensive knowledge of the Rangeley Region, the Kennebec River, and the West Branch of the Penobscot, Nicoli can provide a safe and memorable fishing adventure on some of the finest fly fishing waters in the country.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Kingfield, Maine

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Trout And Salmon Drift Trip

Boat Type: Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Clackacraft
Boat Length: 16'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Clackacraft
Boat Length: 16'
Boat Restroom: No

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 30 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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Techniques

Drift Fishing
Fly Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 30 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 30 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.