Fishing Blog

Field notes from Maine waters

Tips, trip prep, and coastal know-how from the Speier family and the guides we trust.

A photographer braces a tripod-mounted camera on a coastal rock at sunrise

October 11, 2019

Daniel Doyle Pleasantville Shares 3 Tips for Capturing Remarkable Photos During Your Maine Fishing Trip

A working photographer's three tips for stabilizing gear, finding vantage points, and using natural light on a Maine fishing trip.

An ice fisherman drills a hole through a frozen lake with pine forest behind

November 30, 2017

Brian Speier Freeport: 6 Tips for Winter Fishing in Maine

Six field-tested tips for ice fishing brook trout, landlocked salmon, and lake trout across Maine's winter waters.

A still Maine lake reflecting a forested hillside in autumn color

July 12, 2017

Treating Allergies In Maine Means Consultation With An Expert

What causes seasonal allergies in Maine, the symptoms to watch for, and why a specialist consultation beats guesswork.

Aerial view of a center-console fishing boat trolling open ocean water

June 7, 2017

How To Prepare For A Portland Deep Sea Fishing Trip

Motion sickness medication, familiarity with the tackle, and a look at the tide and weather forecast: what makes a Portland deep sea fishing day go smoothly.