About Your Trip

Water Type

River, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Join Captain Joe for an unforgettable day on the water exploring the scenic lakes and rivers around Acadia and Bangor. Whether you're chasing feisty Smallmouth Bass in rocky river bends or looking to hook into Lake Trout cruising the deeper lake channels, this trip offers nonstop action and stunning views for anglers of all skill levels.

You'll be fishing from a comfortable 21' deep v multi species boat, perfect for sneaking into hard-to-reach spots where the big ones like to hide. With space for up to two guests, the experience is personal, focused, and tailored to help you make the most of every cast.

Captain Joe brings a diverse arsenal of gear and techniques to the table, including light and heavy tackle, jigging setups, trolling rigs, and even ice fishing gear when conditions allow. He’ll get you dialed in with the best approach for the target species and water conditions that day. Live bait is included, and all rods, reels, and tackle are fully provided—just show up ready to fish!

The species list reads like a freshwater angler’s dream: Lake Trout, Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Brown Trout, Crappie, Northern Pike, and Perch. Whether you're jigging deep for trout or working shoreline cover for bass, Captain Joe knows where the fish are biting and how to get them on the line.

Feel free to bring along your favorite drinks to enjoy throughout the day—just no glass on board. With Captain Joe’s deep local knowledge and dedication to putting anglers on fish, you’re in for a day full of bites, laughs, and great memories in one of Maine’s most beautiful freshwater settings.

Amenities

Water Type

River, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	5 hours
1 Person	$425.00
2 People	$425.00
3 People	$475.00
4 People (two boats)	$850.00
5 People (two boats)	$950.00
6 People (two boats)	$950.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Joe G.

Independent Guide

Quiet

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

Joe G.

Independent Guide

I’m a lifelong Mainer, an avid outdoorsman, and a proud family man. When I’m not guiding or out exploring new water, you’ll often find me spending time with my wife and kids—usually golfing together or enjoying one of our many outdoor adventures. In the winter, I love tying flies by the woodstove, and many of those creations end up in my fly boxes and eventually on the water with clients. My goal is always to share the best of Maine’s outdoors with others, creating memorable days on the water for anglers of all ages.

I’m a lifelong Mainer, an avid outdoorsman, and a proud family man. When I’m not guiding, I’m usually spending time with my wife and kids—often golfing together as a family or exploring the outdoors. In the winter, I’m tying flies by the woodstove, and many of those end up in my fly boxes and eventually on the water with clients.

I got started with fishing from my dad at the young age of two. We didn’t have a boat—we fished local ponds and small streams from shore and spent countless days walking the brooks of western Maine with nothing more than a rod, a couple bobbers, some hooks, and a pack of worms. I was reeling in yellow perch, sunfish, and the occasional brook trout before I even understood what fishing really was. Those simple early adventures shaped the passion I bring to every guided trip today.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Atlantic Salmon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

I'd bake a pie. Probably Key Lime

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Atlantic Salmon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

I'd bake a pie. Probably Key Lime

What’s your favorite band?

John Prine

What’s your favorite movie?

Step Brothers

What’s your favorite sports team?

Carolina Panthers

What’s your drink of choice?

Whiskey on Rocks

What was your last halloween costume?

Jason

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Happy kids

How did you get started guiding?

Lifelong passion

What makes you different from other guides?

I focus on teaching the “why” behind every cast, so anglers leave with new skills, not just a cooler of fish.

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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.

Ellsworth, Maine

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Acadia Fishing Fly Spin Or Troll

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Crestliner
Year Built: 2026
Boat Length: 20'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Crestliner
Year Built: 2026
Boat Length: 20'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Scope, Live Bait Well, Ice Box, Waters, Seltzers

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Fly Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling
Ice Fishing
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear 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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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.

Acadia Fishing Fly Spin Or Troll

About Your Trip

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About Your Boat

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Target Species

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

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