Landlocked arctic charr, also known as blueback trout, silver trout, sunapee trout and white trout, are listed as one of two freshwater species of special concern by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. These beautiful fish are seldom seen very far south in the warmer waters and as a result Maine and Alaska are the only regions in the US to have a native population of arctic charr.
White Perch
White perch, otherwise known as perch or silver perch, are a species native to the freshwater regions of Maine. Originally, white perch tended to be found primarily in coastal ponds, streams and estuaries, though over the past century have been gradually introduced into rivers and lakes further inland. Their presence is now not uncommon, with thriving populations present throughout many of Maines many freshwater systems.
The History Of Fishing In Maine
Fishing has played an important part in Maines rich and varied history from as early as the 19th century. Alongside mining, lumbering and shipbuilding, commercial fishing played an important role in the economic development of Maine, which remained one of the areas most popular industries for several decades. However, developments in the mining and manufacturing industries saw a decline of Maines fishing industry. Fortunately, smaller communities living on and around Maine…
Splake Trout
Splake trout are a hybrid species, produced by reproduction between the lake and brook trout. Adult growth in splake trout is faster than in either of its two parent species, with many fish known to grow as long as 18 inches in length in just two years. Their appearance is very similar to that of the brook trout, though the presence of a slightly forked tail helps distinguish the splake trout from the brook trout. In recent years, splake trout have primarily been bred for the…
Rainbow, Brown And Brook Trout
Maine fishing has Rainbow, Brown, and Brook trout. Trout are an important part of fishing tradition. Maine trout fishermen and women are enthusiast about the pursuit of the trout. Some consider trout fishing to be the purest from fishing. The finesse that is required to entice a trout into striking a fly or lure is what appeals to the soul. But dont worry, trout have endeared the imagination of the trout fishermen and women for years on end. Pure cold water is key to surviva…
Lauri Rapala
The man how come with the idea for Rapala lure is Lauri Rapala, he started making the Rapala lure in 1936. Lauri Rapala was born in 1905 and died in 1974, Lauri Rapala was born in Finland.
Maine Camping At Baxter State Park
Percival Baxter former governor of Maine donated Katahdin and the land surrounding it to the state of Maine as long as it stayed forever wild. Those words describe Baxter State Park to the remoteness, size, and grandeur of the park are profound. His intent was to keep the land undeveloped and the park is managed as a wild life preserve first and a recreation resource second.
Maine Camping At Blackwood Campgrounds
Blackwoods Campground sites are huge and still remain a cozy atmosphere. The park has two lanes in and one lane out, accessing the camp grounds that may make you wonder what you are getting into, but be assured you will find this a wonderful camping site to pitch a tent.
Maine Camping At Bradbury Moutnain State Park
Bradbury Mountain State Park is near Portland and is still quiet but at times there is sporadic road noise from ME 9. The park has a fragrant evergreen scent waffling through the forest. The park is open and airy character to the forest that lets the camp grounds have bright sunlight and breezes flow through.
Maine Camping At Camden Hills State Park
Camden Hills State Park campgrounds is nestled at the foot of Mt Battie and is at the shores of Penabscot Bay. This is a great place for hiking, biking, climbing, (on and off the road), fishing, and kayaking.
Maine Fishing Landlocked Atlantic Salomon
Landlocked Salmon Atlantic Salmon are know only in the State of Maine. Some of the other names are Sebago Salmon or Quananiche and the scientific name is Salmo Salar. The average size is 16-18 inches and 1-2 pounds, but 3-5 pound fish are not uncommon. Adults are generally silvery wiyh a slightly forked tail and small x-shaped marking on the back and iper sides. Juvenile salmon have a dark red spot between each pair of parr marks. Mature males develop a kype or hooked jaw, du…
Flipping For Bass
The technique of pitching has largely replaced it in some quarters, but the flipping technique remains the same ultra precise, this is a deadly method of catching large bass in cover that Californians Dee Thomas and Dave Gliebe first brought East 30 years ago. This was a technique that revolutionized the sport. When the technique of flipping was introduced to the fishing world it was the most effective method ever. The fisherman learned that flipping was amazingly accurate pr…