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Lake Champlain Fishing Charters and Guide Service

Waterfowl and Whitetail Hunting Guide Service

With US Coast Guard Master Captain
Mickey Maynard

Captain Mickey Maynard

Mickey Maynard has over 40 years experience fishing on Lake Champlain and in the Adirondack region's many rivers, lakes and ponds. He has also spent countless hours fishing on Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and the Hudson River from Troy to New York City. Mickey’s a US Coast Guard 50 Ton Master Captain with an assistance towing endorsement. He also holds a Coast Guard certified Able Seaman Unlimited/Any waters, Merchant Mariners Z-Card. Mick’s a freelance outdoor sports writer who has published fishing articles in the Lake Champlain Weekly, the Press Republican and the New York Outdoor News. The Captain has fished with Champion bass anglers like Scott R. Martin and David Dudley. He's also guided for numerous other notable professional fishermen, club anglers and tourists alike who come to sample the virtues of northern New York and the Lake Champlain region. He's been featured on several local television shows and in various fishing articles from local tournament publications to USA Today. Whether you’re after trout, salmon, bass, pike, musky, bowfin or even carp, Mickey welcomes one and all to join him aboard his fleet of specialized vessels for an unforgettable angling experience.



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Lake Champlain
Lake Trout and Atlantic Salmon Charters


Lake trout and Atlantic salmon fishing is best from mid April to early June and again from mid September to late November! The cost for an eight-hour fishing trip on Lake Champlain aboard our fully equipped 25' 2004 Bayliner Classic Cruiser is $375.00 for up to 4 people. Light snacks and beverages are provided, as is all necessary equipment and tackle. Four or six-hour trips are also available. We guarantee fish on eight-hour trips or your next charter is free! Book two 8 hour days fishing and receive a discount on the second day. Email or phone us at the contacts listed below to make arrangements We'll provide an experience that fishermen and tourists alike can’t find anywhere across the picturesque waters of this historical, fishery.

Fee Schedule

25’ Bayliner Classic
Cold Water Fishing
Downriggers/Outriggers
(up to four people)

$250 — 4 Hours
$325 — 6 Hours
$375 — 8 Hours




Lake Champlain
Guided Bass and Pike Fishing trips


Our bass and pike fishing trips begin in early April and continue through early November. Our versatile 18' Lund Alaskan can easily get into the necessary tight spots and can comfortably accommodate two anglers and the guide. A third person may be approved if all three anglers are experienced. The cost for a guided eight-hour trip aboard the Lund is economically priced at $250.00! Four or six-hour trips are also available. Again, we guarantee fish on an eight-hour outing or your next trip is free! Book two 8 hour days fishing and receive a discount on the second day.

Fees Schedule

18’ Lund Alaskan
Warm Water Fishing
Shallow/Stealth/Tributaries
(Two People)

$150 — 4 Hours
$200 — 6 Hours
$250 — 8 Hours




Guided Fishing (Your Boat)

We also provide a $125.00 per day guide service for visiting anglers like tournament bass fishermen who have their own boat and simply want to be shown around the hot spots or shown a few productive Lake Champlain techniques. We are the most seasoned and knowledgeable Lake Champlain guide service.




Guided Hunting Trips On Lake Champlain

Captain Mickey Maynard also has the vessels to shuttle waterfowl and whitetail hunters to and from the lake's best hunting islands and estuaries. He is fully equipped with stands, blinds and decoys. Make your fall stay-cation a hunting and fishing experience to be remembered on Lake Champlain.




Sportsman's Lodging On Lake Champlain

Don't forget to ask about our waterfront camps and fishing lodges on Lake Champlain. They're available for rent by the night or by the week. If you're planning on staying in a hotel, ask about the "Fisherman's or Hunter's Discount" we can arrange for you!




Contact us early at (518) 578 - 9273 or email us at mjmaynard@westelcom.com to make the most of your next visit to Lake Champlain.






Lake Champlain
Client's Fishing Photos



Here is a sample of quality Lake Champlain fish photos. These were caught by our clients, friends and guides aboard our fleet, and aboard our clients boats...


Claude Bouchard 7lb Salmon, Birthday Client


Salmon Client Mike


Marshall


Nathan, Alex and Aaron


Isabelle


Nick


Bob Clisby


Ford


Tom


Client, Geoffrey


Client, Bob


Clients Gerry and Sue


Client Carl


Guided Client, Jim


Client, Jeff


Captain Mick


The Captain and Jan


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