In short summary, Captain Pete is the friendliest, most skilled and passionate fisherman I've ever…read moremet in my life. He is knowledgeable about some of the greatest fishing areas in the world and makes sure people have a fun time and are enjoying themselves and comfortable at all time. His rates are phenomenal but what really makes this worth it is his commitment to service which is unparalleled by any other fishing service. Captain Pete has great, organized trips for everyone from inexperienced fishermen, children, and families to the most hardcore fishermen out there. While I'm not a true fishing fanatic like Pete is I do appreciate a good time when I have one and Captain Pete goes above and beyond to share his passion with anyone young and old. I would highly recommend his services to EVERYONE.

The sea is never angry my friends, as long as Cap'n Pete is at the helm. His abundant buoyany…read morealone could float the boat, but there's no need, as his equipment is first rate. He's a good egg, a good guy, and a great guide. Our group ranged from experienced to novice and he tendered top notch service to all of us. Plus, he's affordable! When it comes to the sea, it'll always be thee, oh, Captain, my captain!

Here's the thing - I don't consider myself a fisherman but I do like fishing. I love being out on…read morethe water and enjoying nature. I love the feeling of that first bite and the thrill of fighting a big fish. What I don't like is the pressure that can come with some guided trips; to always catch more, bigger, better. Don't get me wrong, Megan will put you on fish and she is always up for intense, technical trips if that's what you are looking for. However, she is also up for more casual fishing and is forever patient. Under her guidance I caught my first fish on the fly and got to explore some of the prettiest country Maine has to offer. I would highly recommend booking a trip with Megan. No matter what your fishing style is, she can take you on a great adventure!

If I could give Megan Hess 10 stars I would. Her enthusiasm and skills are not be denied and a…read moreday of fishing with Megan is memorable. Can't wait for a spring trip for Bass Robin G Hudson NH

I feel the need to preface all of my nature reviews with this: being 90% forested and having around…read more3500 miles of coastline, Maine has a tremendous amount of spaces, walkways, paths, and trails of all kinds and of all levels. There's something for everyone. What I'm reviewing is how a spot compares to similar outdoor spots in my personal opinion. Being in nature - and remembering to carry in, carry out - is always five stars! :) Parking? Yes. Loop trail? Kind of. Well marked signs? Not really. Element of surprise? No. For Cumberland County folks, Moose Point feels like a combination of Fort Williams Park and Mackworth Island. It's got grassy knolls to picnic on with views of Penobscot Bay, evergreen groves to meander through via wide and well maintained trails (some of which have benches, some of which have little staircases leading down to the pebbled water's edge), a gazebo for events, and during low tide there are tidal pools to explore (during high tide it's much more difficult to navigate because it's mostly just uneven rocks and not much of a shore). I think this is a beautiful spot in midcoast Maine, and I'm glad there are locations like it throughout the state. Personally, I don't necessarily feel the need to come back (except to get my Maine State Parks Passport Stamp!!!), just because we have something soooooooooooo similar so close. But I can see how it's a draw for so many!

A hidden in plain sight gem of Maine! Moose Point State Park is sandwiched between route1 & the…read moreocean. We visited just before the season &, as such, parked outside the gate & walked in. There are many picnic table to enjoy lunch, a group pavilion, a playground & hiking trails to enjoy the ocean views. It would be well worth the $3/person fee in-season to enjoy this park. In particular, go in to the right ocean corner of the open area past the playground & there's a level easy walking path along the ocean out to a point with 270' water views. Give enough time to take pictures. We met the park ranger & had a lovely conversation about the local birds & the park's resident fox. Allot 1-2 hours, bring a picnic lunch & bring your camera.

Todd put us on birds and allowed us to do some of the work to learn. He is a smart guy and knows…read morehis stuff. He also allowed us to bring our dog who loved it! The scenery was perfect and made things so amazing. The lodge was beautiful and the perfect place to relax after hunting. Jan did the cooking and was unbelievable!! The food was sooooo good and she was the sweetest to us!

From the owner: Penobscot Bay Outfitters is a premier hunting and fishing charter company in Searsport, ME…read more Penobscot Bay Outfitters offers hunting packages for all seasons from turkey hunting, bear hunting, deer hunting, seaduck and puddle ducks hunting and more. We also offer fishing charters along the coast of Maine that is a great for families where dad and mom can take the kids fishing for striped bass, bluefish, and mackerel. Call us and visit our site today to book your next adventure!

What a fantastic sail on "the quiet side!" Much more affordable and a private cruise was just more…read morepersonal. The boat was comfortable for the 5 of us and a cooler with ice was awaiting any items we would have brought. Will definitely go again next year!

Great trip worth it ! Lots of info great to take a small child age 4 ! Thank you to the teamread more

Highly recommend Rockport Charters! Robert took my family out today for a great excursion around…read morePenobscot Bay: Camden Harbor, Curtis Island, Lasalle Island, and the seal ledges were just a few of the highlights. The boat is well set up and appointed for comfort for people from 11 to 73 (the range of ages in our group) and Robert Iserbyt does a fantastic job in showcasing the highlights of the Bay.

From the owner: We specialize in private charters on the Harvest Moon, a 36 foot fully equipped lobster cruiser…read morevessel. Your captain, is a local who has lived and worked on the waters here most of his life. We offer island tour's, lobster cookouts, island camping trips, lobster fishing demonstrations, and informational tours of the penobscot bay region. Other highlights are wildlife tours. We look at the seals seabirds porpoises and puffins that live here. Sunset cruises, educational tours of the area. We carry up to 18 passenger comfortably equipped with indoor and outdoor seating.

Hands down the best fishing trip I have ever done on fresh water! Clifton is not only very…read moreknowledgeable and respectful of Maine and its beauties, he's a great teacher and he knows the lake as it was his backyard. We got amazing catches! Small mouth and large mount bass, so much fun to catch and reel in. Clifton was able to teach me the most used and effective techniques in a heartbeat! And the Megunticook lake it's just something else! Pure beauty and relax. The boat you'll be fishing on it's absolutely perfect and super comfortable. Don't hesitate to go on one of the best local experience Maine can offer! You won't regret it trust me!

I would Highly recommended Cliff, if you are looking for a fishing guide on Megunticook Lake…read more He is very knowledgable & professional, we enjoy our time on the lake and the fishing is great each year when are in the area,

We had a great time fishing on the Kennebec last weekend. It was a beautiful day - not too hot, not…read moretoo cold, and it was so relaxing drifting down the river and casting for bass. We were in two rafts - Mike and Garrett were our guides. We argued after the trip who had the better guide - both were very knowledgeable, patient, and fun. I was particularly grateful to Mike for the attention he gave my daughter - who wasn't all that sure about fishing! He made sure that she caught some fish, and helped her with how and where to cast to find fish. We shared a good laugh when a fish slipped out of her hands, right into her sweater pocket!! A great day on the Kennebec - we will definitely be back!!

From the owner: Guiding fishing trips in Western Maine. Fly fishing or spin casting, novice or expert. Trout,…read moreSalmon and smallmouth bass, full day, 1/2 day or multi day trips.

Pleasant Pond is 3.5 miles long and is connected via a bridge to Upper Pleasant Pond, which is 2.5…read moremiles long. Encompassing a total of 797 acres, the ponds have a maximum depth of 26 feet with a minimum depth of 10 feet. Pleasant Pond encompasses the towns of Litchfield, Richmond, Gardiner, and West Gardiner, (Kennebec County), Maine. There is a public boat launch on Thorofare Road, in Litchfield. Pleasant Pond is known as one of the best bass fishing locations in Central Maine. It is a 4 season body of water to enjoy activities including; ice fishing, snowmobiling, ice skating, swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, jet skis, and so much more. Pleasant Pond is also teeming with wildlife, including loons, osprey, falcons, bald eagles, largemouth bass, pickerel, perch, and brown trout. A beautiful, expansive body of water not to be missed if you are in Central Maine!

My first interaction with Peter was actually by telephone, accusing him of fake TripAdvisor…read morereviews... turns out, they are NOT FAKE and he is an amazing guy. My wife and I decided to go with him because he was a lot more flexible than his competitors, Old Quarry. First of all, Peter basically catered the tour to our needs. Second of all, his prices were worth the small group attention. Third, Old Quarry has a terrible website and Peter's is great. We have both kayaked before, so we wanted something half-day that would provide a short intro and then get us into some small coves. What we got was wonderful. First, Peter went over sea kayaking safety and the game plan (To be honest, this part needs to be shortened up, but I think that will happen organically as the season progresses). Then, we took the boats down and put into the water at Naskeag Point. We kayaked around and went to Sellers Island for lunch. Peter told us all about the islands and about this cool kayak trail they have where you can camp for free on these small islands. We wandered some more after lunch and started heading back. We asked Peter about his experiences on El Camino - he has some amazing stories! When we got back to his house, he let us shower and stuff before heading to our B&B up the road for dinner. You can book rooms at the house and we would have done this if we'd known about it before we booked our other accommodations. It was really a lovely trip, and we hope to pass through again someday.

We spent the day kayaking with Peter, and it was a wonderful experience for all of us (my husband,…read more11-year-old son, 13-year-old daughter, and me). Peter was so knowledgeable and patient. He did a wonderful job tailoring our experience so that it was the right level for our kids, but was still an exciting adventure for all of us. Penobscot Bay is probably one of the nicest, most beautiful places to sea kayak I can imagine. I am not an expert, but his equipment was top notch, which made the paddling easy and our experience more comfortable. I had been worried that our younger son would lose steam, and he was usually out ahead! I can't recommend Peter enough and we hope we are lucky enough to do another trip with him at some point.