New York Outdoor Guides - Fishing Lakes & Rivers

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All guides are licensed by the State of New York as professional guides who have passed the Department of Environmental Conservation proficiency exam for skill and ability in the woods and on the water.

The state map seen under Regional Info depicts the New York State Outdoor Guides "Regions" by location. This will help you know where each NYSOGA member guides from.

ADIRONDACK ALL SEASONS GUIDE SERVICE

MacKellar, Peggy Lic #7650

165 Elm St, Lake Placid, N.Y. 12946

518-523-1341

AdkAllSeasonsGuideService operates year round. We offer hiking, snowshoeing, xc skiing, fishing and ice fishing in the High Peaks/Tri Lakes Region. We have been in business since 2016 and know the lakes and trails very well.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

ADIRONDACK FOOTHILLS GUIDE SERVICE, LLC

Young, Sonny Lic #0260

214 Old Wawbeek Rd, Tupper Lake NY 12986

518-524-6002

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands

ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN AND STREAM GUIDE SERVICE

Frasier, Jamie Lic #211

211 62 Hardscrabble Rd, Olmstedville , NY 12857

(518) 251-3762

Adirondack Mountain and Stream is a full time four season guide service ,leading trips now for over 30 years . Specializing in hunting, fishing and canoe/kayak trips .Day and overnight trips available.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS

Gadway, Abraham Lic #4898

825 Alden Ave , Warrensburg NY 12885

518 618 6011

Adirondack Mountain Outfitters is a hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, snowshoeing, and backcountry skiing guide service in Northern New York State's Adirondack Mountains.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

ADIRONDACK PRIMITIVE EXCURSIONS, LLC

Waterman, Mark 28 White St , New York Mills, NY 13417 Lic #8647

28 White St , New York Mills, NY 13417

(315) 351-9530

Adirondack Primitive Excursions, LLC provides single day and overnight hiking and camping experiences in semi-remote & remote areas of the Central/Southern Adirondacks, including the Black River Wild Forest, West Canada Lakes Wilderness and Moose River Plains. Each trip is customized to accommodate the customer's trip expectations and physical capabilities.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

ADIRONDACK WILDERNESS EXPERIENCES

Tryon, Craig L. Lic #0139

42807 Seaway Ave, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607

315-427-8984

Year 'round guided experiences in the "Adirondack Mountains and other Wild Places." Trips custom designed to meet your needs/expectations. You won't be disappointed. Seniors welcome!

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny

AVAIL OUTFITTERS

Rockwell, Scott Lic #6035

7061 Kane Road , Waterville NY 13480

315 327 5550

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley/Westchester

BACKWOODS BASS GUIDE SERVICE

Romanych, Paul Lic #4795

532 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley NY, 10579

(914) 714-0838

Based in scenic Putnam County, NY, within 60 miles of NYC. Powerboat, kayak, or foot to regional waters, including NYC streams/reservoirs. NYC Guide #10118. Catskills/ADK/saltwater by request. Light tackle/flyfishing specialist. All levels of instruction. Beginner to advanced in small groups welcome, children encouraged. Let us craft your day!

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

BRIAN LANSING | FLY FISHING GUIDE

Lansing, Brian Lic #7034

5100 Highbridge St, Apt 12E, Fayetteville, NY 13066

315-481-5788

I am a professional fully licensed and insured fly fishing guide offering trips from Central New York, the Catskills, and the Adirondacks to Cape Cod.

Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes

ELIZABETH BRODERICK

Broderick, Elizabeth Lic #8027

561 Morgan Dr., Lewiston NY 14092

(716) 545-2143

Niagara Outfitters offers hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, and SUP rentals and guided tours in the Lower Niagara River Region as well as in the Erie Canal, and Lake Ontario. We also offer special group tours, ie, team building, scouts, bridal parties, family reunions, etc.

Location: Greater Niagara, Greater Niagara

CAMPING ADVENTURES NYC

Gaor, Matt Lic #6019

11 Rye Ave, Staten Island , NY 10312

(646) 883-5850 

We're a family operated camping guide service who really loves to be outdoors. We've got decades of experience with extensive outdoor skills. You're in good hands! We provide all gear, meals, guides, activities, permits, fees and more. We specialize in Family and Youth Group weekend camp outs!

Location: New York City

CATSKILL MOUNTAIN ANGLER

Loete, Mark Lic #6934

PO Box 240, Chichester, NY 12416

845-688-5400

Guided fly fishing trips and instruction in the High Peaks Area of the Catskill Mountains, the cradle of American fly fishing. Beginners and small groups welcome.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

CATSKILLS ON THE FLY

Cauvel, Joeseph Lic #9045

565 N Branch Callicoon Center Rd, North Branch NY 12766

814 282 7575

Upper Delaware and Catskills Fly Fishing Guide Service offering Walk Wade Fly Fishing Trips in Sullivan, Delaware, and Ulster, and Greene Counties. Beaverkill, Willowemoc, Esopus Creek, Neversink, West Branch, East Branch, Main Delaware. Guiding and Instruction for anyone from beginner to more advanced anglers looking to add to existing skills.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

CNYFLYFISH

Chapple, Matthew Lic #3358

8096 Brimfileld Street, Clinton, NY 13323

607 342 1829

Fly Fishing Guide in Syracuse, Utica, Ithaca, and Western New York. Over 45 years of fly fishing experience throughout New York. Fly fishing instruction and guiding tailored to your experience.

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CRISPELL MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Crispell, Russell Lic #4082

86 Elm Rd , Amherst NY 14226

716-481-5406

Russ Crispell, retired Director of Outdoor Pursuits for the University at Buffalo and Former President of the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education offers diverse outdoor recreation and educational programming. Crispell has expertise as a Wilderness Corporate Teambuilder and teaches Wilderness 1st Aid and Wilderness First Responder.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Greater Niagara

D.C. OUTDOOR ADVENTURES, INC.

Caracciolo, Capt. Dennis Lic #2104

P.O. Box 26, Selden, NY 11784

(631) 786-7871

Hunting and fishing for all species in season. Big game, small game, waterfowl, turkey. Freshwater fishing charters. Fly fishing welcome. Transportation available. Saltwater charters.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City

DACKCOUNTRY

Holmes, Shane A. Lic #8476

74 Endion Lane, Long Lake, NY 12847

(518) 618-7776

Adirondack backcountry wilderness adventures, expeditions, and experiences.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

DIRTY BILLS GUIDE SERVICE

Deyo, Mike E. Lic #6076

1990 Mexico St. Altmar , NY 13302

(315) 529-4084

Fly fishing, guiding and instruction: specializing in Salmon, Steelhead and Brown trout on Lake Ontario Tributaries.

Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny

DIRTY GILLS OUTDOORS

Gilberti, Travis Lic #7781

4 Nassua road Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

845-702-0649

Willing to come teach you how to fish for all Bass Species at your nearby Lakes and Ponds.

Location: Hudson Valley/Westchester

EARTH RIDERS GUIDE SERVICES

Chenier, Joseph Lic #6058

58 Summer Street, Kingston NY 12401

(914) 204-9515

Guide services in hiking, camping, snowshoeing, backpacking, flat-water canoeing/kayaking, fishing and nature tours.  Trips throughout the Hudson Valley, Catskill and Adirondack regions. We have assisted many aspirants complete their 3500 Club required peaks. Fun, safe, and rewarding adventures for all abilities. Beginners and special needs are welcome!

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

EASTERN VIEW OUTFITTERS

Collins, Bryce Lic #4457

PO Box 2326, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

518-569-5770

Eastern View Outfitters is a Full Time Guide service in regions 4-6. We specialize in Guided Waterfowl Hunts in NY, Spring Turkey Hunts in NY, Fishing Charters, Bow-Fishing trips & ECO-Tours on and around Lake Champlain. Please check out the Facebook page and website.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany

JOHN ERNST

Ernst, John Lic #6904

49 Rose Lane , Rensselaer NY 12144

518-928-9890

As a Professional Bass Angler and Guide, I will get to work long before you arrive to provide you with memories of a lifetime. I specialize in "artificial lure" catch and release guided bass fishing trips favorite lakes are Saratoga Lake, Great Sacandaga Lake, Schroon Lake.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

FEATHER AND STEEL

Hamill, Walter R. Lic #6888

845-242-1243

Feather and Steel is a full service fishing guide service, which specializes in both fly and light tackle. I am based out of the Hudson Valley; I offer wade, float and instruction. Area includes the Hudson Valley and Catskills, with seasonal offering to the Great Lakes and Salt.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley/Westchester

FITZ FLY FISHING

Fitzgerald, Casey Lic #9074

8 Adams Ln , Shushan NY 12873

(828) 333 3478

Offering full and half day trips on the Battenkill, Walloomsac, Hoosic,Mettawee, Deerfield River and their tributaries. Also guiding the Southeastern Adirondacks (Lake George, North Creek and Ticonderoga areas). Located on the Battenkill River, quick/easy access and the current conditions are at our doorstep. Have a great day float or wade fishing

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

FURTHER EXPLORATIONS GUIDE SERVICE

Griffiths, Madelynn Lic #9274

1158 Ledge Hill Rd., Westport, NY 12993

(760) 914-3691

Further Explorations is a year-round guide service based in Lake Champlain Valley. We offer ice, spin or fly fishing in Northern Upstate New York, Salmon River and the Adirondacks. We offer day and multi day hiking or skiing trips and specialized trips for landscape photography and painting.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Finger Lakes

FURTHER EXPLORATIONS GUIDE SERVICE

Gallagher, Sean Lic #9031

1158 Ledge Hill Rd., Westport, NY 12993

(802) 771-5219

Further Explorations is a year-round guide service based in Lake Champlain Valley. We offer ice, spin or fly fishing in Northern Upstate New York, Salmon River and the Adirondacks. We offer day and multi day hiking or skiing trips and specialized trips for landscape photography and painting.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Finger Lakes

HOOKS & BROOKS GUIDE SERVICE & LONG ISLAND SURF FISHING CHARTERS

Malenovsky, Mark Lic #2736

10 Sterling Place, Sayville, NY 11782

(631) 589-0065

Fly and spin fishing specialist for fresh and saltwater. Long Island/Catskill waters. Delaware river drift boat trips. Surffishing on Long Islands North and South shores and Montauk. Flyfishing and casting instruction.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island

IRISH RAIDER OUTFITTERS LLC

Thurber, Scott Lic #8596

582 Lapham Mills Rd, Peru, NY 12972

518-524-4275

Full time Adirondack Guide providing, Fishing , Hunting and Eco tours in the Adirondacks. Lake Placid & Lake Champlain areas. USCG Licensed Captain

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

J & L GUIDE SERVICE

Cipp, Joeseph L. Jr. Lic #3384

185 Beaver Dam Rd, Brookhaven , NY 11719

631-803-2315 Region 4 607-832-4872

Location: Catskills/Albany, Long Island

KAPOLKA, M. JAY

Kapolka, Jay M. Lic #4274

685 Bartlett Carry Rd, Tupper Lake, Ny 12986

215-962-8045 / Camp 518-359-7298

Fly Fishing and Fly Casting Instruction. FFI Certified Casting Instuctor

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

LABUFF, LEE D.

LaBuff, Lee D. Lic #6473

6785 Rt. 227 Trumansburg, N.Y. 14886

(607) 387-5849

I offer enthusiastic outdoor guiding and shooting instruction for all ages, specializing in shotgun shooting., to include the clay target games. Custom design of outdoor programs for the entire family

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Hudson Valley/Westchester

MIDDLE EARTH EXPEDITIONS

Failing, Wayne Lic #0250

4529 Cascade Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946

518-523-7172

Canoeing, pond fishing, fly fishing, deer hunting from efficiency cabins. Wellness/Healing Retreats, Caribbean adventure trips.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands

MILLER, CONSTANCE

Miller, Constance Lic #6261

167 John Fountain Rd, Jay NY 12941

518 578 5797

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

MONTAUK OUTFITTER

Larson, Michael J. Lic #7342

115 South Forest St.Montauk, NY 11954

917-468-3361

Surf Fishing and/or Kayak Fishing guide based out of Montauk, NY., for Striped Bass, Fluke, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Cod, False Albies, Blackfish, Tuna, etc.  We also fish for freshwater bass,  walleye, white perch and carp throughout Suffolk County.  All gear provided but anglers are welcome to bring their own.

Location: Long Island

NORTH STAR GUIDING SERVICE

Newell, Michael Lic #1018

1226 State Rt 147,West Charlton,NY 12010

518-894-7593

Personalized outdoor experiences for individuals, families, groups; novice to expert.Wilderness hunting, fishing, canoeing, camping, hiking, backpacking. Adirondacks.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City

NORTHERN ROOTS OUTFITTERS AND GUIDE SERVICE

Rose, Sandra Lic #7546

582 Hong Kong Rd, Pulski, NY 13142

(315) 877-0110

Sandra L. Rose, “Squeak” is a Pulaski N.Y. native. Licensed in hunting, camping, fishing and boating. Focusing on low impact relaxing trips, writers camps, nature study, relaxation walks, boating on “quiet waters” and birding combination trips. Encouraging Seniors and Church groups. We have fun ! Regions 6 and 7

Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny

OLEH'S CATSKILL GUIDE SERVICE

Czmola, Oleh Lic #6249

P.O. Box 111, Lexington, N.Y. 12452

(518) 989-6310. Cell 917 658-6746

Oleh's Catskill Guide Service provides Fly fishing and instruction as you walk and wade the beautiful streams and reservoirs of the Catskill Mountains. We specialize in trout and smallmouth bass fishing. We fish the Esopus, Schoharie, Beaverkill, Delaware River system and all others in between. Catch and release are practiced.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES GUIDE SERVICE

Arnold, Jamie Lic #4396

129 Beam Hill Rd, Dryden NY 13053

607-342-2666

Salmon River, Turkeys and Waterfowl. Outdoor Opportunities Guide service has 20 years of experience to ensure that you get the most out of your trip.

Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes

PREIS, RICHARD LIC. # 7581

Preis, Richard Lic #7581

165 elm st. Lake Placid, NY 12946

(518) 523-1341 - (860) 983-5071

Guided trips for fishing, hiking, winter ice fishing and ski/snowshoe excursions. Enjoy fishing on Adk. lakes, ponds, and rivers for bass, pike, and walleye. You'll love our ice fishing trips! Gear and comforts provided.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands

PRIMITIVE FIELDCRAFT, LLC

Jolly, Alan M Lic #8384

458 Lawrence Rd, Brockport, NY 14420

585-775-9534

Guided Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Hiking, Photography, Outdoor Education, and Survival courses. Services to Dec Region 8 including Western NY, Finger Lakes, Central NY, and Adirondacks

Location: Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes

REEL NATURALZ GUIDE SERVICE

Dzikiewicz, Jason Lic #8640

1068 Vankirk Rd, Newfield NY 14867

607-279-3022

Oneida lake fishing charters and guided ice fishing trips for walleye and yellow perch. Guided river trips for king salmon , Steelhead & brown trout

Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes

RIGHT ON THE FLY

Strassel, Bob Jr. Lic #8006

24 Cos Cob Avenue, Apt. 3, Cos Cob , CT 06807

(475) 897-5686

Fly fishing, Tenkara, and ultralight spin fishing adventures in the streams, rivers, and lakes of Westchester County, NY and Fairfield County, CT. Walk-in, wade-in, or hike-in fishing.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

RIPVANWINKLE ADVENTURE GUIDES

Calabrese, Greg Lic #7629

30 Liberty St, Apt 2, Catskill, NY 12144

480-381-9405

We are an outdoors adventure company. Specializing in hiking and backpacking in region 4 of the Catskill Park. We also offer hunting and fishing experiences as well. We can assist you with the completion of any of the Catskill's challenges i.e. the devil's path, the escarpment trail, and the 3500 challenge.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

RIVERS EDGE OUTDOOR EXCURSIONS

Kelts, Benjamin Lic #8710

1 South Street Waterford NY 12188

518 334 6886

Our experienced guides lead the way in sharing the secrets of the Adirondacks! We offer backpacking, hot tenting, fishing, hunting and hiking to most age groups on limited basics. We provide almost everything you need to make your excursion an exciting and safe backcountry adventure.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany

STAAB, RUDOLPH J.

Staab, Rudolph J. Lic #8088

165 Ridge Rd, Roxbury, NY 12474

607-326-7865

Location: Catskills/Albany

THE OUTSIDERS - OUTDOOR GUIDE SERVICES

Erbland, Edward Lic #6104

Glenmose Road, Fairport NY 14450

(585) 732-0571

Get outside! The Outsiders are passionate about the outdoors and are excited to share that passion with you. Whether you seek adventures in fishing, mountaineering, or camping, The Outsiders will take all the stress of trip planning and outfitting off your mind so you can focus on the beauty of nature.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Finger Lakes

THE RAVEN OUTFITTER

Swits, David Lic #8718

1123 Peaceable Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020

518-378-4602

Guiding services with a focus on Fly fishing and big game hunting with a bow.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny

TRIBSOURCE GUIDES

Lydick, David Lic #8615

53 Birch Creek Rd , Pine Hill NY 12465

(845) 901-0542

TribSource Guides is a holistic outdoor guide service based in the high peaks region of the Catskills offering ecological tours that incorporate fly fishing, hiking, camping, open fire cooking, and boating into immersive experiences which give our clients access to sustainable wilderness adventures, environmental awareness, and local cultural heritage.

Location: Catskills/Albany

VEZZETTI, SKIP

Vezzetti, Skip Lic #1956

Camp: Rt. 30, Andes, NY 13731

(845) 586-3040 - (845) 359-5439

U.S.C.G. Masters License. Specializing in fishing and hunting and tall stories.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Hudson Valley/Westchester

WER-ON-UM GUIDE SERVICE

Godin, Capt. Lee Lic #4280

26 West Mountain Lane, Berne, NY 12023

518-542-2709

Lake trout charters on Ostego lake , Cooperstown, NY. Ice fishing, Region 4 deer hunts, small gane hunts,Chukar and Pheasant hunt on our Licensed preserve

Location: Catskills/Albany

WEST’S ANGLING ADVENTURES

West, Taylor Lic #8835

56 East Terrace Ave, Lakewood NY 14750

716 499 0747

Guided steelhead fishing trips on Lake Erie’s tributaries from Cattaraugus Creek though Pennsylvania to the Chagrin River in Ohio

Location: Chautauqua-Allegheny

WHITE DOG TRAIL CO.

Whittemore, Jeff Lic #0185

53 Elm St. Dolgeville, NY 13329

(315) 868-7054

Four-season guides specializing in fly fishing on West and East Canada Creeks, Salmon and Battenkill Rivers. Spin and fly-fishing float trips on the Mohawk and other streams for Bass and walleye. Ice fishing. Photography and eco-paddles and hikes in Central NY and Adirondacks. Adirondack based cottage.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny

WHITE DOG TRAIL CO.

Wainwright, John Lic #0817

90 Columbia Parkway, Ilion, NY 13357

(315) 894-5834

Original partner of the White Dog Trail Company est. 1981. Float trips for bass and walleye on historic Mohawk River. Fly fishing on West Canada and East Canada Creeks. Ice fishing for lake trout on Otsego lake and various species on Erie Canal.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands