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Ice Fishing Trout
Saturday, July 14th, 2007
Fishing in Acadia National Park
Freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities abound in Acadia National Park and the surrounding area. Lakes and ponds can have several species of freshwater game fish, including trout, landlocked salmon, smallmouth and largemouth bass, and other species. Ocean species include mackerel, bluefish, and striped bass.
Freshwater fishing requires a State of Maine fishing license, as determined by state law. A license is not required to fish in the ocean.
FRESHWATER FISHING
The freshwater fishing season in Maine is generally April through September. Check the State of Maine Open Water Fishing Regulations on the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website for exact dates.
During July and August, trout and salmon are found deep in the cooler waters of lakes and ponds on Mount Desert Island. Special fishing gear, such as lead core line or a down-rigger, will greatly increase chances of hooking a salmon or trout in the summer. In the cooler seasons, trout and salmon can be caught readily using common methods. Warm-water species can be caught throughout the season using common methods.
Regulations Portions of lake and pond shorelines may be privately owned. Please respect private property.
Several ponds and lakes on the island are public drinking water supplies where swimming, wading, and pets are prohibited. Please follow posted regulations.
Eating freshwater fish containing mercury can be harmful if consumed in quantities. For safe-eating guidelines, consult the State of Maine Open Water Fishing Regulations on the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website.
Cold-Water Fishing
Motors over 10 horsepower are prohibited on: Eagle Lake landlocked salmon brook trout Lake Trout Echo Lake brook trout landlocked salmon Jordan Pond landlocked salmon lake trout Lower Hadlock Pond brook trout brown trout sunfish white perch Upper Hadlock Pond brook trout
Internal Combustion engines are prohibited on: Bubble Pond brook trout Witch Hole Pond brook trout
No motors are permitted on: Half Moon Pond brook trout Upper Breakneck Pond brook trout Lower Breakneck Pond brook trout
Boaters: Clean your boat before you float. Watch out for hitchhiking plants on boats and equipment. A single invasive plant or plant fragment can infest an entire lake or stream. Dispose of plants on high, dry land away from lakes and ponds.
Fishing Licenses State of Maine fishing licenses are required for Maine residents 16 years or older and non-residents 12 years or older. Fees vary based on resident/non-resident status, age, and length of license. State of Maine freshwater fishing licenses may be purchased at:
Town of Mt. Desert 21 Sea Street Northeast Harbor 207-276-5531
Town of Southwest Harbor 26 Village Green Way Southwest Harbor 207-244-5404
Town of Tremont 119 Tremont Road Tremont 207-244-7204
Paradise True Value 31 Holland Avenue Bar Harbor 207-288-4995
Wal-Mart 461 High Street Ellsworth 207-667-6780 Willey’s Sport Center 248 State Street Ellsworth 207-667-2511
Licenses may also be purchased online through the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife’s on-line hunting & fishing licensing system.
Ice Fishing The ice fishing season generally lasts from January 1 to March 31. Check the State of Maine Ice Fishing Regulations handbook for exact dates and possession and size limits. Many of the larger ponds and lakes in the park are popular locations for ice fishing. Please be cautious on frozen bodies of water and ensure that ice thickness is sufficient to support your weight.
More Information The State of Maine Open Water Fishing Regulations on the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website ( http://www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing/index.htm ) contains information about fishing regulations, including length, bag, and possession limits; safe eating guidelines; opportunities for children, and more.
For detailed information about fishing in Maine, visit the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website.
OCEAN FISHING
A license is not required to fish in the ocean. There are, however, safety concerns when ocean fishing:
* Be cautious of surf conditions. Sudden waves can wash the shore and sweep you out to sea. * Watch your footing; seaweed and algae-covered rocks are extremely slippery.
Ocean fishing areas in the park include:
* Sargent Drive, Somes Sound Mackerel and bluefish (when running, periodically in mid-July, August, September) striped bass (July, August, September). * Frazer Point, Schoodic Peninsula Mackerel (when running, periodically in mid-July, August, September).
About the Author
Jay Bryce is a community manger at iFished.com (http://www.ifished.com/). iFished.com has fishing and local information for over 40,000 lakes and fishing areas in the United States. Information includes current weather and forecasts, best times fishing charts, maps, local businesses and more. iFished.com also has a large library of how to fishing videos, fishing articles and current Fishing Reports to help you catch more fish.
Ice Fishing Trout
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THE MODERN ICE AGE DVD Fishing for Walleye, Pike, Panfish & More $12.99 THE MODERN ICE AGE DVD James Lindner & The Angling Edge Staff explore the fascinating world of fishing beneath the ice. From the back cover: The Modern Ice Age – Mobility and versatility increase ice fishing success. |
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Predators on Ice $13.25 You can be a PREDATOR ON ICE! Their teeth are sharp and they rule the water under the ice – pike, trout, and walleyes – ever searching for that next meal. Big boys with bad attitudes and are they ever fun to catch. Let the experts at In-Fisherman show you the secrets to putting these Predators on Ice. 1 hour 20 minutes, DVD… |
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Sportsman’S Double Play $3.85 Sportsman’s Double Play gives you the very best in fishing and shooting action. It’s easy to play and takes you to multiple competitions, for fun & practice. Fish and shoot in scenic areas alone, or compete in a tournament or with a friend…. |
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Gone FishingTM Floating Multipurpose Knife – 10.375 Inches Not Only Will It Stay Afloat in Water, but Its Blade Is Great for Line Cutting, Scaling and Filleting! In Addition There’s a Compass Conveniently Located in the Handle $9.99 The Gone FishingTM Floating Multipurpose Knife is extremely versatile. Not only will it stay afloat in water, but its blade is great for line cutting, scaling and filleting! In addition there’s a compass conveniently located in the handle. No anglers should be without this amazing knife! Features include: Floats in water 5.625 inch blade Blade is great for line cutting, scaling and filleting Durab… |
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Catch More Fish $11.14 Consistent fishing success starts with understanding the habitats of the fish you”re hoping to catch, their unique behaviors, and the reasons behind when and why they strike. Nearly 450 color photographs, diagrams and illustrations help provide stunning new perspectives both above and below the waterline. The information covers the gamut of freshwater fishing using plugs, flies, spinner-baits, and live bait, including flycasting and ice fishing. Also featured are range maps, equipment suggestions, and tips specifically tailored for taking popular species such as trout, largemouth and smallmouth bass, muskies and pike, perch and many others. There”s professional advice on using boats, casting and retrieving, working in weeds and heavy cover, and maximizing the benefit from a GPS, depth finder, and other accessories. |
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Fly-Fishing for Sharks $30.95 For three years, journalist Richard Louv listened to America by going fishing with Americans. Doing what many of us dream of, he traveled from the Atlantic to the Pacific, from trout waters east and west to bass waters north and south. Fly-Fishing for Sharks is the result of his journey, a portrait of America on the water, fishing rod in hand. To explore the cultures of fishing, Louv joined a bass tournament on Lake Erie and got a casting lesson from fly-fishing legend Joan Wulff He angled with corporate executives in Montana and fly-fished for sharks in California. He spent time with fishing-boat captains in Florida, the regulars who fish New York City’s Hudson River, and a river witch in Colorado. He teamed secrets of fishing and living from steelheaders in the Northwest, Bass’n Gals in Texas, and an ice-fisher in the North Woods. Along the way, he heard from one of Hemingway’s sons what it was like to fish with Papa and from Robert Kennedy, Jr., how fishing changed his fife. As he describes the eccentricities, obsessions, and tribulations of dedicated anglers, he also uncovers the values that unite them. He reveals the healing qualities of fishing, how it binds the generations, how the angling business has grown, and how the future of fishing is threatened. But most of all, Fly-Fishing for Sharks is about the unforgettable characters Louv meets on the water and the stories they tell. From them, Louv learns about our changing relationship with nature, about a hidden America — and about himself. |
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HT Ready-To-Fish Ice Fishing Polar Tip-Up Kit $69.99 The HT(r) Ready-To-Fish ice fishing polar tip-up kit contains everything you need to start fishing! Its perfect for new and experienced anglers. It includes a 6-gallon pail with a padded lid, 2 standard polar tips, two 50-yard spools of black-braided tip-up line, pike/trout treble hook rigs, a depthfinder, and more. |
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Ice Fishing $24.95 Whether you”re a beginner or an expert, a lone wolf angler or a parent with fish-fanatic youngsters, fishing on ice has lots to offer everyone. But fishing on ice isn”t without it”s challenges, and that”s where this book comes in. Ice Fishing: The Ultimate Guide covers everything you need to know to make your hard water adventures as comfortable, safe, enjoyable and productive as possible. The first part of the book looks at the equipment that”s involved with ice fishing. The second part of the book takes an in depth look at winter”s best sport fish, including walleye, perch, crappie, pike, trout, whitefish, sunfish, catfish, bass and more. For each species, you”ll find detailed information about them, where you can expect to find them, and the different strategies for catching them. |
