{"id":5225,"date":"2025-08-14T19:21:01","date_gmt":"2025-08-14T19:21:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/?page_id=5225"},"modified":"2026-04-01T20:50:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T20:50:31","slug":"services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/index.php\/services\/","title":{"rendered":"Services"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<h2>Trips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Fly Fishing<\/li>\n<li>Saltwater Bass<\/li>\n<li>Stripers<\/li>\n<li>Bluefin Tuna<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Trip Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3>Casco Bay (Freeport, Yarmouth)<br \/><br \/><\/h3>\n<p>The departure point for these trips is generally Pine Point Lobsterman Co-op in Scarborough. I love to fish other areas, including lower Casco Bay and Saco Bay. These trips can be arranged.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69d21cb95496f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"69d21cb95496f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1741-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Fly Fish Maine\" class=\"wp-image-5387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1741-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1741-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1741-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1741-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_1741-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The prime focus of my trips is chasing Maine stripers with a fly rod. However, I don&#8217;t mind catching fish by whatever means work at the time, and I have a thorough understanding of these methods. The boat is a 20-foot Maine-built Maritime Skiff. I carefully chose this for its effectiveness in putting my clients where the action is, whether in a strong tidal rip or floating a shallow flat. With its width, stability, and front and rear casting decks, the boat provides an ideal fishing platform. An environmentally friendly Honda outboard powers the boat. It can quickly and comfortably deliver you to the prime fishing spots.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<h3>Pine Point (Scarborough-Saco Bay)<br \/><br \/><\/h3>\n<p>We will fish the outer beaches and Islands of Saco Bay. This water is extremely well-suited for stripers. We can fish the shallow beaches and see these fish moving around. The rocky shores here provide an excellent opportunity to cast against everything you would think of for a Maine rocky shoreline.<\/p>\n<p>You are welcome to bring your equipment, but it is not necessary &#8211; I have everything that will be needed on the boat. I will provide morning coffee, snacks, and soft drinks. If you have any special needs in this regard, you must bring them with you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Things to bring:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sunscreen<\/li>\n<li>Raingear<\/li>\n<li>Warm Clothing<\/li>\n<li>Camera<\/li>\n<li>Sunglasses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Trip Descriptions and Rates<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Striped Bass &#8211;<\/strong> These trips are for 1-3 people. I specialize in fly fishing, but can easily accommodate spin fishing with artificial lures. We will fish from my 21\u2019 Sailfish Bay Boat. This boat is comfortable and well-suited for these in-shore trips. It is fast, stable, and can get into very shallow water. These trips typically depart early in the morning, and we are willing to adjust if you are on vacation, as it is your day. Departure is either Yarmouth, ME (209 Old Shipyard Rd, Yarmouth, ME 04096) or Pine Point, Scarborough (100 King St, Scarborough, ME). These trips are available in 4-, 5-, 6-, and 8-hour increments. <br \/><strong><strong>Rates $450\/$525\/$600\/$800. Pine Point trips cost an additional $25.<br \/><br \/><\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Family Fishing Trips &#8211;<\/strong>\u00a0 These trips accommodate up to six people. They are done on the \u201cSea Smoke,\u201d a 38\u2019 Maine-built Northern Bay. This boat is very comfortable, has a head, and is set up to fish. Departure is from the Harraseeket River in Freeport, Maine (36 Main St, Freeport, ME 04032). We will target mackerel, which the kids really enjoy. It is a great opportunity to introduce them to \u201ccatching\u201d. If time allows, we can also target some striped bass. We typically see seals and porpoises on these trips. <br \/><strong>These are available in 2, 3, or 4 hours for $295\/$425\/$550<br \/><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Coastal Cruise<\/strong> &#8211; These are custom trips for the non-fisherperson who wants to see the beauty of Casco Bay. Come out and see the seals, porpoises, lighthouses, and the beauty of Maine\u2019s Islands. These can be customized to include cocktails, lobster rolls, or ice cream with ease. <br \/><strong><strong>2.5 Hours $450<br \/><br \/><\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Near Shore Trips &#8211;<\/strong> We can hit some of the near-shore ledges and fish for whiting, pollack, cod, and many other species. You never know what might come up. These are for the group interested in trying offshore fishing without the commitment of going 30 miles out. <br \/><strong>Up to 6 anglers, 4 hours, $600<br \/><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Offshore Ground Fishing &#8211;<\/strong> These trips are run 20-30 miles out and target Cod, haddock, pollack, and cusk. We will fillet your catch and send it home with you. We have a special limited season for Cod1-6 Anglers for $1300<br \/>Shark Fishing- These trips are set up to target Blue Sharks, and hopefully a thresher or a mako. We will use stand-up gear when targeting these. These tips tend to be action-packed. These run from August 1 through mid-September, until the water cools. <br \/><strong>1-6 anglers $1300<br \/><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Tuna Trips &#8211;<\/strong> These trips are the ultimate challenge and are recommended only after you have tried all other options. There is no guarantee of success, but if we hook up, it is an intense battle. These Blue Fin Tuna average 300-700 pounds. There are 2 options: 12-hour trips and overnight trips. Please call to discuss. <br \/><strong>Rates are $1300\/$1800.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Certifications<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/ifw\/programs-resources\/registered-maine-guides\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Registered Maine Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orvis.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscg.mil\/Homeport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USCG Licensed Captain<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><!-- sktbuilder starter --><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/skt-builder\/sktbuilder\/sktbuilder-frontend-starter.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/skt-builder\/sktbuilder-wordpress-driver.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> var starter = new SktbuilderStarter({\"mode\": \"prod\", \"skip\":[\"jquery\",\"underscore\",\"backbone\"],\"sktbuilderUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/skt-builder\/sktbuilder\/\", \"driver\": new SktbuilderWordpressDriver({\"ajaxUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php\", \"iframeUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.flyfishmaine.com\/index.php\/services\/?sktbuilder=true\", \"pageId\": 5225,  \"nonce\": \"6835e37638\", \"pages\": [{\"title\":\"Gallery\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.flyfishmaine.com\\\/wp-admin\\\/post.php?post=2050&action=sktbuilder\"},{\"title\":\"Our Team\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.flyfishmaine.com\\\/wp-admin\\\/post.php?post=2159&action=sktbuilder\"},{\"title\":\"Home\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.flyfishmaine.com\\\/wp-admin\\\/post.php?post=18&action=sktbuilder\"},{\"title\":\"About Us\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.flyfishmaine.com\\\/wp-admin\\\/post.php?post=5223&action=sktbuilder\"}], \"page\": \"Services\" }) });<\/script><!-- end sktbuilder starter -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Trips Fly Fishing Saltwater Bass Stripers Bluefin Tuna Trip Areas Casco Bay (Freeport, Yarmouth) The departure point for these trips is generally Pine Point Lobsterman Co-op in Scarborough. I love to fish other areas, including lower Casco Bay and Saco Bay. These trips can be arranged. 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