maine fishing

We are located on the edge of the Western Mountains,  in the middle of many beautiful bodies of water such as the famous Kennebec River, the Dead River, and Wyman Lake.  Ponds, Lakes, Rivers, and Streams abound here!  We have excellent waters for using traditional tackle and rods, or fly fishing! There are also many remote places to fish if you are looking for a truly unique experience.  We plan fishing trips to fit your needs, 1/2 day, daily, or weekly, guided or unguided, and including lodging or not.  You can come to Pine Grove Lodge and  fish this awesome area for only $30 a day!! 

  GUIDE SERVICE

We offer a variety of guided trips to suit your needs.  Let us know what you'd like to fish for, trout, salmon, splake, bass, perch, or the great  Northern Pike!  Bob Howe has a monthly column in Outdoors Magazine called "A Guides Life" and has been featured in magazines such as Fresh Water Fly Fishing, North Woods Sporting Journal, and the Maine Sportsman for his fishing knowledge and experience, especially for Northern Pike.  With Bob and his staff of guides, you will not just "go fishing", you will get a true Maine fishing experience! He has also been on local TV shows The Maine Outdoorsman and Northeast Journal both with Harry Vanderweide.

ICE FISHING

If you've never been ice fishing you are in for an exciting day!  There is nothing like standing on a huge body of water, frozen and covered with snow on a beautiful sunny winters day!  We provide all you need, the Maine Guide, ice auger, tackle, bait, snowmobiles, etc.  You just need to bring your warm clothes and boots!

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 PRIVATE FLY FISHING LESSONS

Bob Howe, the owner, has been a Reg. Maine Master Guide for 35 years!  He has been teaching people to fly fish for many of those years.  Your day begins here at   Pine Grove Lodge at 1:00pm with discussion and learning   basic terminology, knots, fly identification, and other important skills.  You will watch an instructional video with Bob as you discuss what is being shown.  He will then take you outside for some practice as you are video-taped so you can see yourself in action, followed by more discussion and learning.  After a delicious, home-cooked dinner, you will go to the river for some hands on experience and put your new skills to work until dark, around 8:30 or so.  This entire day of fly fishing lesson and education, including the dinner, is reasonably priced at $350 for 2 people.  Call for reservation and answers to any questions.

Fishing Adventures all Year Long at Pine Grove Lodge!

The Western Mountains of Maine are bordered by a variety of different bodies of water, from lakes to streams to rivers. At Pine Grove Lodge, we offer Maine Fishing Guide Service and Maine Fishing Lessons, or you can feel free to venture out on your own for that fabulous fishing experience. There's nothing like Maine trout fishing, and when you catch your first Northern Pike, you'll know you have really accomplished something special!

Maine Fly Fishing offers the best in sportsmanship. There's nothing like casting your fly rod into the cool, clear waters of a pond, lake, river or stream. Choose between Kennebec River, the Dead River, or Wyman Lake. For just $40 a day, you can fish this entire area either on your own or with our Maine Fly Fishing Guide.

When you come to Maine, fishing lessons may be on your list of "to dos" and we can help. Our expert instructors are happy to teach young and old a like the intricacies of fishing in our crisp cold waters. Our guests often tell us that the fishing lessons they received here have been the best money ever spent!

Bob Howe has been teaching young people to fish for years. He offers personalized instruction, video tutorials, and even the chance for critique as he video tapes each student to provide personalized pointers that prepare them for fly fishing expertise. Bob is a Registered Maine Master Guide, and his Maine Fishing Lessons attract hundreds of people to us each year. Half day lessons are available by appointment. Contact us to set yours up today!

If you're coming in the winter, you absolutely must try a Maine Ice Fishing experience. Dress warm and prepare for the type of fun you will never forget. Our area waters are full of big fish, and there's nothing like standing on the frozen waters on a beautiful sunny day. We supply everything you need: your Maine Fishing Guide Service, ice auger, tackle, bait, and the snowmobiles to get you and your group where you need to be.

Whether you're an expert fisherman or just getting started, you'll find the fishing at Pine Grove Lodge to be a fantastic and enjoyable experience - exactly what a sport camp like ours is all about. The waters are full of Northern Pike, Salmon, Trout, Bass, Perch, and Splake - a variety of great fish just ready for the taking, all guided by our experienced Kennebec River Maine Fly Fishing Guide.