1/2 Day Bass Fishing

NEW West Forks, ME 1 - 4 People 4 Hours From $300 Trip #5558
Fishing in Destin
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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.

Join Captain Mike for a fun and relaxing half-day smallmouth bass fishing trip on the scenic lower Kennebec River. This is a great option for anyone looking to spend a morning or afternoon on the water, enjoy beautiful river scenery, and get into steady action with aggressive smallmouth bass in a laid-back setting.

The trip takes place on a peaceful stretch of river best explored by fishing raft, allowing you to quietly float with the...

About Your Trip

Join Captain Mike for a fun and relaxing half-day smallmouth bass fishing trip on the scenic lower Kennebec River. This is a great option for anyone looking to spend a morning or afternoon on the water, enjoy beautiful river scenery, and get into steady action with aggressive smallmouth bass in a laid-back setting.

The trip takes place on a peaceful stretch of river best explored by fishing raft, allowing you to quietly float with the current while covering productive water at a natural pace. The Kennebec is known for its healthy smallmouth bass population, and these fish are often eager to strike, especially around current seams, rocky structure, and river bends where bait tends to concentrate.

Fishing is done with light tackle and casting techniques, making the experience active and hands-on without being complicated. Whether you are throwing soft plastics, jigs, or other proven river lures, the focus is on simple presentations that consistently draw reaction strikes from feeding bass. When conditions are right, it is common to experience steady action and multiple hookups throughout the trip.

Captain Mike keeps the experience approachable for all skill levels, making it a great choice for families, beginners, and experienced anglers alike. Instruction is provided throughout the trip, so even first-time anglers can quickly get comfortable with the basics while still enjoying real fishing action.

One of the highlights of this trip is the setting itself. The lower Kennebec River offers a mix of natural beauty, calm stretches, and light rapids, creating a relaxing backdrop while you fish. Floating along in the raft adds a unique and peaceful rhythm to the day that sets this experience apart from traditional boat fishing.

This half-day trip is designed to be easy, fun, and productive, offering a perfect balance of relaxation, scenery, and smallmouth bass action with Captain Mike on the Kennebec River.
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.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

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
1 Person
$300.00
2 People
$300.00
3 People (two boats)
$600.00
4 People (two boats)
$600.00
Pay 50% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

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Mike P.

Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
With over 30 years of experience on Maine’s legendary waters, Mike and his team offer guided fishing trips throughout the Upper Kennebec River Valley—from Greenville and West Forks to Caratunk and Bingham. What began as a passion for whitewater rafting and fishing with their own families has grown into decades of guiding others through these remote, scenic waterways.

Whether you're chasing Brook Trout, Landlocked Salmon, or Smallmouth Bass, their deep local knowledge and commitment to...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Mike

Mike P.

Independent Guide
With over 30 years of experience on Maine’s legendary waters, Mike and his team offer guided fishing trips throughout the Upper Kennebec River Valley—from Greenville and West Forks to Caratunk and Bingham. What began as a passion for whitewater rafting and fishing with their own families has grown into decades of guiding others through these remote, scenic waterways.

Whether you're chasing Brook Trout, Landlocked Salmon, or Smallmouth Bass, their deep local knowledge and commitment to the craft make each trip both productive and memorable. From tailwater fisheries below hydroelectric dams to remote mountain ponds and braided freestone rivers, they guide you to the right water at the right time—with the right techniques to match.

First-timer or seasoned angler, this crew is here to help you fish smarter and soak up everything Maine’s wild waters have to offer.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
30#
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
ribs, coleslaw, baked potatoes

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
30#
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
ribs, coleslaw, baked potatoes
What’s your favorite band?
tom petty
What’s your favorite movie?
sound of music
What’s your favorite sports team?
patriots
What’s your drink of choice?
iced tea
What was your last halloween costume?
tigger
What do you want for Christmas this year?
merino wool pullover
How did you get started guiding?
mom sent me a whitewater guide wanted add
What makes you different from other guides?
patience, love of teaching,
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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.
West Forks, Maine
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for 1/2 Day Bass Fishing
Boat Type
Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer
pavati
Year Built
2021
Boat Length
16'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer
pavati
Year Built
2021
Boat Length
16'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
n/a
Additional Amenities
comfortable seats, anchor system
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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.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
View Full Species Seasonality Chart »
  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

We provide all equipment, licensed guides, transportation, drinks and snacks. You will need a Maine fishing license if you are 16 or older. We also suggest, sunscreen, rain gear and a camera.
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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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.
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