by guides@petersonguideme.com | Jun 4, 2016 | Fishing Reports, Fly Fishing, Katahdin Region
“How will I know when a fish takes my lure?” This is the most common question that I am asked when an angler trolls for the first time. When a fish takes your streamer or lure there is no question as the rod bounces rapidly. I just think back to when I...
by guides@petersonguideme.com | Jan 8, 2016 | Fishing Reports, Fly Fishing, Katahdin Region, Moosehead Region, Sebago Region
Before we close the chapter on a wonderful 2015 season we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the past season. We had some tremendous clients this year and landed some quality fish all the while having a great time. We are constantly looking for new ways to offer...
by guides@petersonguideme.com | Nov 24, 2015 | Fishing Reports, Fly Fishing, Katahdin Region
After leaving the Roach River we were on the West Branch of the Penobscot below North Twin Dam the next day. As Jeff and I approached the river, salmon were taking caddis from the surface with splashy rises, which only increased our excitement. It seems like this...
by guides@petersonguideme.com | Jul 6, 2015 | Fishing Reports, Katahdin Region
I had wanted to take Alex out fishing for a while now and when a weekend opened up I jumped at the opportunity. The timing was perfect as his birthday was on the 5th and we would be fishing the 3rd and 4th. It was a surprise to him as we had kept it a secret until he...
by guides@petersonguideme.com | Jun 22, 2015 | Fishing Reports, Fly Fishing, Katahdin Region
Being a guide has already been very rewarding as I have learned so much this year alone. Every day has new challenges that stretch my skill sets constantly. One huge challenge is catching fish through my clients. Each angler has a different skill set that you have to...
by guides@petersonguideme.com | Jun 1, 2015 | Fishing Reports, Fly Fishing, Katahdin Region
It is always a pleasure for me to fish where it all began. The Sebec River is that place and I cut my teeth as a new fly fisher with my Dad’s old Cortland 8 weight rod with a broken tip. When I had the rod tip fixed it was six inches shorter and was better...
