Maine Fishing News

Rockport, Maine -- Fly Rod & Reel magazine has named Pantagonia founder, environmentalist, philantropist and fly-fisherman Yvon Chouinard, Angler of the Year. According to Fly Rod & Reel's Joe Healy, Chouinard epitomizes the strong ethic embodied by many fly-fishermen. "Fly-fishers tend to be stewards of our national resources, and no one has proven this to be true better than Yvon Chouinard. His dedication to helping preserve the environment through his personal giving, and through that of Patagonia, is particularly commendable," Healy said.

Bainbridge Island, Washington - The top names in Fly Fishing have joined forces together to put togther a world-class fly fishing outfit as a fundraiser for Trout Unlimited-Alaska to help with their efforts protecting the Bristol Bay watershed.

Region A - Southwestern Maine

It is late February and we are finally seeing the results from data collected over the 2007 field season. Data is collected in a very organized fashion and always with a defined purpose. Some of our data collection is for routine monitoring of established and/or popular fisheries, some is collected as part of state wide research projects, some for the evaluation of experimental programs, and some is a direct result of public comment, report, or input.

L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools’ courses are offered in the waters around Maine, Maryland and Virginia, allowing participants a chance to refine their fly fishing skills beginning in April.

Freeport, Maine (Vocus/PRWEB ) February 27, 2008 --The L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools offers anglers a chance to hone their fly fishing skills in specialized courses and tours that are easily accessible to those visiting or living along the East Coast. These courses, offered in the waters around Maine, Maryland and Virginia, allow participants a chance to refine their fly fishing skills beginning as early as April, and continuing into fall. Costs range from $95 to $395 with a minimum age of 12.

Region A - Southwestern Maine - Photos from the field!

Angler field surveys (creel census) are one of the perks of a career in fisheries management. I say creel census is a perk of the job because we get to work outdoors at what can be a beautiful time of year. We also get to talk with folks while they are enjoying the great outdoors and often get to see an excited angler catch a fish.

It is with great pleasure and excitement that I have the opportunity to present the inaugural issue of MARLIN WORLD.

LINK TO MAGAZINE: http://viewer.zmags.com/showmag.php?mid=pgptf

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The idea for Outdoorsman Exchange came about in an instant, but in a way it was sometime in the making – we just didn’t realize it at the time.

For years my husband, Paul, has wanted to go on an elk hunt. I’ve encouraged him many times. He and his brothers talk how they should all go elk hunting out west with their Dad before age took its toll on him. Pursuit of that dream sounded good but there was always the financial reality check that held my husband back. He couldn’t justify spending money on a guided hunting trip and felt a guided trip was the only way to go for a successful hunt. This voice inside kept telling him - we need to save money for more sensible things like kids braces, college funds, etc. Most everyone can relate to these thoughts, unless you’re an heir to a fortune.

Windham, Maine - The 4th Annual CMP Western Games & Creedmoor Cup High Power Com- petition Matches were held at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix, Arizona, October 20th-28th. Bushmaster Firearms International was proud to sponsor the the Creedmoor Cup Awards Banquet and Barbeque on Saturday evening the 27th.

The Second Annual Free Family Fishing Festival set for Saturday, June 2 on the banks of the Androscoggin River in Bethel, Maine. Events include spin and fly casting instruction, Kid's catch, fly-tying with Alpaca fiber, outdoor barbecue. State of Maine waives fishing license requirements for the day. Free goodie bags including a bobber, fish hook, sunscreen, fly-repellent, comic book. Door prizes of fishing and outdoor gear. Rain or Shine.

AUGUSTA -- April first marks the beginning of the open water fishing season in Maine, and while the late winter cold snap means that many waterways are still frozen, many anglers know where to find open water on the first of April.