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Discover Guided Fishing Trips Near Killington & Vermont Resorts

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:59:36 GMT

Hidden Gems, Quiet Waters & Authentic Vermont Outdoor Adventures

Discover Guided Fishing Trips Near Killington & Vermont Resorts

If you’re planning a stay at Killington Resort or one of the nearby Vermont resort areas, you’re positioned to experience far more than mountain views and world class skiing. Within just 15 to 45 minutes of Killington’s hotels, slopes, and vacation rentals lies a network of scenic, lightly pressured lakes and ponds that deliver some of the most rewarding guided fishing trips near Killington — and some of the best outdoor boating experiences in any Vermont resort region.

These waterbodies sit quietly in the Green Mountains, surrounded by rolling forests and rugged ridgelines. They’re close enough for a half day trip yet secluded enough to feel like you’ve slipped into a remote Vermont wilderness. Whether you’re a first time angler, a traveling family looking for something memorable, or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast craving new terrain, these lakes offer the perfect balance of accessibility, scenery, and authentic adventure.

The best part? You don’t need any equipment. Your guide provides all gear, tackle, and safety essentials. Just purchase a Vermont fishing license online beforehand, and you’re ready to step aboard.

Why Killington Is the Ideal Base for Vermont Guided Fishing Tours

Killington is known nationwide for skiing, mountain biking, and four season recreation. Yet most visitors have no idea how close they are to some of Vermont’s finest fishing waters. The surrounding region — including Rutland and Addison Counties — is home to a collection of lakes and ponds served directly by Vermont Fishing Tours, including Lake Dunmore, Lake St. Catherine, Lake Bomoseen, and Lake Hortonia .

These waters offer:

• Quiet, low traffic fishing

• Mountain scenery and natural shorelines

• Productive fisheries with a variety of species

• Close proximity to Killington and nearby resorts

Instead of driving hours to pursue a full day fishing experience, you can reach high quality water in minutes. That makes Killington not just a resort destination — but a perfect hub for guided fishing trips near Vermont resorts in the central part of the state .

Central Vermont Lakes & Ponds Within 15–45 Minutes of Killington

Below are the major lakes and ponds available for guided trips in the Killington region, including those confirmed by the Vermont Fishing Tours site.

⭐ Lake Bomoseen (approx. 45 minutes from Killington)

Lake Bomoseen is the largest lake entirely within Vermont, offering a mix of rocky shorelines, weedbeds, and deeper channels — perfect for diverse fishing opportunities. Despite its size, huge portions remain peaceful, providing an ideal setting for visitors staying at Killington Resort or other Vermont resort areas who want a scenic, low stress day on the water.

⭐ Lake Dunmore (approx. 40 minutes from Killington)

Lake Dunmore sits at the foot of the Green Mountains, famous for its clear water, varied structure, and steady action throughout the season. With a landscape that blends mountain backdrops and quiet coves, Dunmore offers one of the most visually striking and enjoyable fishing experiences within easy reach of Killington. It’s also specifically listed as part of the Vermont Fishing Tours offerings.

⭐ Lake Hortonia (approx. 35 minutes from Killington)

Lake Hortonia stands out as one of the quietest and most peaceful lakes in central Vermont. With twisting shorelines, coves, and wooded scenery, it delivers a true “Green Mountain fishing experience.” This lake is perfect for those who value serenity and natural beauty — and it is one of the lakes confirmed on the Vermont Fishing Tours page.

⭐ Chittenden Reservoir (Chittenden Dam) (approx. 20–25 minutes from Killington)

Chittenden Reservoir — commonly known as Chittenden Dam — is one of the closest and most striking waters near the Killington resort region. Completely surrounded by forested Green Mountain terrain, this lake offers a remote, wilderness style experience despite being a short drive from Killington. With calm water, exceptional scenery, and quiet shorelines, it’s an ideal option for visitors who want a scenic outing without traveling far.

⭐ Other Hidden Waters (Captain Selected Locations) (15–45 minutes from Killington)

Beyond the well known lakes listed above, Vermont Fishing Tours also serves a collection of lesser known lakes and ponds across Rutland and Addison Counties. These waters are intentionally not listed publicly because they often have limited access, very low fishing pressure, and offer some of the most genuinely untouched Green Mountain experiences available.

These hidden lakes provide exceptionally quiet water, beautiful scenery, and the kind of intimate, small body fishing opportunities that travelers often describe as the most memorable part of their Vermont vacation. To protect the integrity of these locations, the captain shares details only when guests call to schedule — ensuring each trip is tailored to conditions and seasonal patterns.

No Gear Required — Just Bring a Vermont License

One of the biggest advantages of booking guided fishing trips near Killington is the simplicity. Guests don’t need to pack rods, reels, tackle, or safety equipment — everything is provided.

The only requirement is a Vermont fishing license, easily available online from the state . Once you have that, you’re set for a day of mountain lake adventure.

Two Professional Boat Types for Central Vermont Waters

Your guided trip may take place on one of two specialized boats designed for exploring Vermont’s varied lakes and ponds:

Drift Boat Trips

Perfect for quiet coves, narrow sections, and hands on guiding experiences. Drift boats offer smooth, controlled movement and allow the guide to navigate smaller or more intimate waterbodies with precision.

21’ Lund Boat Trips

Ideal for larger lakes like Bomoseen, Dunmore, or Hortonia. These boats offer comfort, stability, and plenty of room — making them excellent for families, groups, or full day excursions. Both boats allow guests to enjoy Vermont’s mountain lakes safely and comfortably, providing the flexibility to adapt to water size, weather, and guest preference.

Why Visitors Love These Killington Area Fishing Trips

1. Proximity to Resorts

Staying in Killington means you’re minutes from multiple high quality lakes.

2. Quiet, Scenic Waters

Many Central Vermont lakes — especially the hidden gems — see notably less traffic due to limited access.

3. Authentic Green Mountain Experiences

These aren’t crowded, high tourist lakes. They’re peaceful, beautiful, and wild.

4. Perfect for All Ages and Skills

Beginners, families, and experts all find something to love.

5. Fits Easily Into Any Vacation

Half day and full day options allow you to enjoy resort amenities before or after your trip.

Give us a shout and get hooked fast! We're looking forward to sharing these waters with you.

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3rdalarmcharters@gmail.com — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 19:48:39 GMT

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3rdalarmcharters@gmail.com — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 19:41:31 GMT

Give Us a Shout - We're on the Water

Well our first week back on Champlain has been plagued by never ending wind & unstable water...but we have managed a few! Good weather coming, we are down to June 16,17,18,22nd, 24th and July 6th,7th,8th,19th,20th & 21st left for open dates. Give us a shout & get hooked with us!

August Dog days mean Super fishing!

3rdalarmcharters@gmail.com — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 13:10:33 GMT

Absolutely the best fishing of the season has been the last two weeks!

Some times it takes a few weeks for the water to stabilize after heavy winds or fronts, this year has been no exception. who would think that with the sweltering heat that we would be experiencing some of the best trout & Salmon fishing of the season but we have! The last few weeks we have landed Trophy Steelhead, many beautiful Salmon as well as our biggest Lake Trout of the year! Lots of bait in our region of the Lake has kept these trophy fish around and putting smiles on our clients faces! We have wrapped up our summer trolling charters & pulled the Flashpoint as we get her service work done & prep her for our end of season tour out on Lake Ontario. We are still offering jigging trips for Trophy Lake Trout right with excellent numbers coming to the net as well super action that will make your arms sore for days! We will be on Lake Ontario from August 23rd through Sept 20th, then back to Champlain for our fall Bass & Pike tour. We are SO THANKFUL that we have experienced our busiest season since we started, fall dates are sure to fill fast so give us a shout early to get your dates!

July 2020, Hot Temps & Even Hotter Fishing!

3rdalarmcharters@gmail.com — Sun, 12 Jul 2020 13:55:59 GMT

We have been on the water every day that weather has allowed, chasing cold & warm water species!

Typical Hazy, Hot & Humid summer weather has moved into the Northeast but that hasn't slowed the fishing! We have had groups enjoying both our cold water trolling trips as well as casting trips taking some beautiful Bass & Pike! Trolling trips have seen plenty of Lake Trout coming to the net as well as Landlocked Salmon & Steelhead. We had an evening trolling trip last week with over 25 bites & non stop action all evening! Running Downriggers, Slidediver dipsies & copper long lines, as well as switching baits up regularly has been the key to putting Champlain Trout & Salmon in the box! The Bass ( both Large & Smallmouth) are post spawn now & putting the feed bag on! Chasing swim baits early has had plenty of hook ups, but working docks & deep water drop offs once the sun gets high has been key to putting bass on the deck threw out the whole trip! A bonus Pike or Pickerel on each trip adds to the excitement & the lure of Champlain as well as our other Vermont waters.

We have been working hard to follow state advisories in keeping our boats & equipment clean daily, as well as plenty of hand sanitizer for our guests to keep every one safe. We have face masks for those that want them, but many are enjoying the fresh air that Vermont is so well known for and staying mentally healthy as enjoying a day on the water is the BEST therapy known to humanity!

Spring 2020, Great fishing on Lake Champlain & Vermont waters!

3rdalarmcharters@gmail.com — Wed, 20 May 2020 20:37:58 GMT

Time for spring Turkey Hunting, prespawn bass fishing & staying Healthy!

Words can not explain the whirl wind season we have had so far! As everyone has had their world turned up side down with Covid 19 coming into our lives,, we have not been excluded as we have been forced to put our guiding & charter season to a halt. We were forced to cancel our remaining Salmon River Steelhead trips in April (during some of the best steelhead fishing in years) as well as cancel all of our Hudson River Striper trips as the state of New York put a hold on all guiding & Chartering state wide. That being said there is a silver lining to all of this as Logan, my dad & I have more time to turkey hunt this spring then we have had in years! AS of this writing, Logan has tagged out with two adult birds, I have tagged a nice 2 yr old as well as some other opportunities that just weren't meant to be!

We have had a cold start to the month of May, waking up to fresh SNOW on the ground multiple times & making the hunting interesting! That being said it has also kept local waters a bit cooler then normal making the fishing hot one day and a bit slower the next. We are now in a normal summer pattern with the jet stream and the temps have been staying much more seasonal. water temps are now climbing into the low 50's and the prespawn bass bite is really taking off!! I have had a chance to get out with fellow Captain Dave Morisette & fish Malletts Bay as well as the Grand Isle region, finding a steady bite of Samllies & Largemouths once we find warmer water temps. Pike Pickerel & an occasional walleye have also been mixed in for good measure!

We will be running Bass & Pike trips on Champlain & inland Vermont waters beginning Memorial day. We plan on starting our Trout & Salmon trolling charters our of Toms Marina on the Otter Creek the weeks of June 10th. As of now the Governor of Vermont plans on letting out of state folks to stay at local lodging facilities beginning on June 15th. This will put us smack dab in the middle of the best Trout & Salmon trolling of the year, dates are beginning to fill so give a shout to get on our calendar & enjoy what our beautiful Lake has become so well known for as a WORLD CLASS FISHERY! We will be following all precautions advised by the state of Vermont, thoroughly cleaning & disinfecting all vessels, equipment, tackle etc. We will also offer hand sanitizer & masks to all that want to use them. We want all of our valued customers to feel safe & comfortable while enjoying their time on the water taking in the splendor of the Champlain Valley & Vermont waters!

March 2020 - Vermont Ice Fishing

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 18:39:55 GMT

End of Ice season is near, bring on spring!

This is that time of year ( end of the first week of March) that one asks should i try & squeak in a few more days of ice fishing or should i begin prepping my boats & open water tackle? Most bodies of water still have safe ice at this time, but we have had 4 - 5 days of above freezing temps with marginal sub freezing at night. That combined with ice thickness well below last year tells me that we really need to pay close attention the next few days. The forcast for the next ten days is showers with only two nights below freezing and the 5 day says temps in upper 50's...i would say is time to wrap it up! A few diehards that know local ice well will still make it a another few weeks, but as a guide its to much to risk.
That being said we tailed off the end of February with many groups joining us on the ice , we actually turned away over a half dozen requests during the Presidents holiday week, as this is a very popular time of year for folks to come up to Vermont & taste our winter time activities! Some days we got into them, others we swapped stories & taught lots of beginners the nuances of getting out on the hardwater!

We enjoyed our time out on the ice with many family's joining us from all over the northeast! We love getting the youngsters involved, as they are always full of questions and willing to jump into help out! Watching there eyes light up as they feel the first tug on the rod is what makes the cold go away & warm our hearts as a first time is hooked by the ice fishing bug!

Winter 2019/20 - Vermont Icefishing & NY Salmon River

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:10:41 GMT

Recent fun on the Hardwater!

We started off our winter after a break for fall deer season with some trips on the Salmon River targeting Steelhead! Persistent lake effect snow squalls and varying river flows had the ironheads pretty finicky. We did pick up a few in the upper river, while fishing in some of the heaviest lake effect squalls i have ever experienced! pretty cool non the less! As they say, " Classic steelhead weather!

Here in Vermont we started off the winter with steady cold air with some limited snow accumulation which began to produce good ice on the smaller lakes & ponds, especially in the higher elevations. Unfortunately right around the holidays we started a cycle in the jet stream that brought bouts of warm air & rain... not the ice fisherman's friend! This deteriorated the beginning ice on many larger lakes in the lower elevations, though waters above 1000 ft stayed solid & fish able.Some local lesser known bodies of water producing some TROPHY Northern Pike & Bass! Its mid February and we have just shy of 10 inches of snow on the ground here in the valley of Rutland county. All bodies of water have good safe ice, though not enough to support large vehicles. This means walking to most spots or fishing to closer road access areas. WE ARE PRODUCING FISH I filling the calendar! We will be running Ice trips into mid march as long as safe ice stays with us! Last week of March will find us resuming our Salmon River Trips, we do have a few prime April drop-back dates available so give us a shout! We are 80% full for our Hudson Striper dates....don't hesitate & miss out...give us a shout!

October/November 2019

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 19:29:20 GMT

Our Busiest Fall Yet & Winter Offerings Available Soon!

WOW did October fly by fast! Our busiest fall yet with many Bass & Pike trips, few waterfowl cast & blast trips as well as the beginning of our drift boat season! We fished Champlain as well as many bodies of water in central Vermont, enjoying some of the best Bass & Pike action of the year! We are filling up quickly on our December steelhead trips on the Salmon River, give us a shout asap if you want a date before the first of the year! We will soon be adding a new page with some great new offerings for the winter...so STANDBY! till then time to get in the deer woods! Tight lines & shoot straight!

September 30, 2019

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 17:44:17 GMT

"Summer has ended and WOW have we been busy! We were able to wrap up our Lake Ontario tour during the second week of September, very pleased with the health of the Ontario fishery, the health & numbers of Kings around & a VERY strong Brown Trout population. As per usual on the East end of Ontario we did fight the wind a bit, cancelling a couple of trips but over all happy customers & lots of sore arms & BIG smiles! We are preparing to winterize the Flashpoint and put her away for the winter as we speak. We are looking forward to another very busy year again next season, on this great new boat that we are so pleased to have as part of our current fleet!

We are smack dab in the middle of the fall Bass & Pike blitz here on Champlain & local Vermont waters as we run trips on our 20 foot Starcraft! Cool air has arrived as well as the brilliant fall colors our region is known for! The water temps are dropping nicely, turning on a nice bite of some really good Largemouths, mixed with some Smallmouths & Northerns. We haven't seen the really big Northerns or "Gators" quite yet, but that will change as the waters continue to cool! If your in the market for a TROPHY Northern Pike, October is the time! Also a fabulous time to see the Smallmouth blitz on Champlain, the Bronzebacks will be gorging them selves as the prepare for winter! We have also moved the drift boat back out to Altmar at the headwaters of the Salmon River as we have a few King Salmon trips coming up, but more so look forward to November & December when the Steelhead fishing takes off in earnest! With great numbers of Steelies out in the Main Lake this summer, this should translate to another awesome river season! Give us a shout & get your dates booked, come enjoy the scenery and world-class fishery the Salmon River is known for!"

August 20th, 2019

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 14:17:30 GMT

Hard to believe we are in Mid-August already, the summers fly by so quickly! We are so grateful that the phone has been ringing nonstop, folks looking for trips on Champlain while here on vacation, folks looking to taste the more scenic lakes of central Vermont, as well as folks booking trips for this fall on the Salmon River of NY as well as Bass & Pike trips here on Champlain! The Trophy Lake Trout fishing on Champlain ha been nothing short of breath taking the last few weeks, with great numbers and the largest ones of the season coming to the net!

We have also gotten in a few Bass Trips in the Central lakes region with slow finess tactics being key to getting onto deep water bass that are seeking out cooler waters out of the summer heat!

We have moved the 28ft Charter boat out to Ontario at the port of Oswego on the East end of the Lake. We are docked at the International Marina at Wrights Landing, Dock D-10. Every year folks ask why do we choose to be on Lake Ontario during this time of year. Well here it goes!

Its all about the life cycle of the King Salmon!! The King (Chinook Salmon) has a 3 -4 year life cycle once they hatch as an egg, weather it be in the stream bed of the tributaries to Lake Ontario or reared at the NY DEC State Fish Hatchery at the head waters of the Salmon River in Altmar NY ( this ill play a key role in just a bit!) These Salmon enter Lake Ontario as smolts once they leave the Salmon River and return naturally or they may be reared in net pens at many docks up and down the NY shore line once removed from the Hatchery. There is a large Net Pen project kept at the East side Marina on the Oswego River each spring, where this smolts will live up to six weeks, giving them a chance to imprint on that River water that will call them back once they are Adults ready to reproduce as adults. After six weeks they are pulled out in to Lake Ontario by barge to be released away from predators such as Cormorants, giving them a fighting chance to grow and become the next trophy for some one to take home!

Once out in the Lake they encounter the wonderful biomass of food they Lake Ontario is known for! The Alewife is the primary bait fish tat they will feed on, but Smelt, Gizard Shad, Round Gobies and many other bait fish are there for the table fare that will allow them to become the 20 - 30 lb trophy's that make Lake Ontario the World Class fishery is known for! The Alewife is the major player in allowing all of the game fish of the lake to grow the trophy size we all love, but the Kings voracious appetite keeps the gorging on the hundreds of thousands of the high protein fish that inhabit the Lake, as they are the key role as to our World Class Fishery staying alive!

Now that these fish have reached ages three or four years old they are of prime size to make the gauntlet run up the tributaries to fulfill their role in life set forth by mother nature to reproduce! Each year there noses lead them to the water where they were born to return and accomplish the same task that there parents did. This is all where the answer lies in why we fish the East End of the Lake during this time of year! The greatest number of Salmon in the Lake return to this end to not only smell out the water of the Oswego River ( the second largest tributary to Lake Ontario , the mighty Niagara is bigger) but also just to our east is the Salmon River, which ALL of the Hatchery raised Salmon for this lake are born in, obviously the biggest draw ono the US side of the Lake!!

This all happening at the peak of their life cycle, its no wonder that many of the Highest record fish weight records have come from this end of the lake. The Top King Salmon & Brown Trout have come from this area, drawing hundreds of eager fishermen & women looking to get sore arms & fill their freezers with wild Salmon & just maybe put Trophy on the wall! AS LONG AS THERE IS KING SALMON IN LAKE ONTARIO, we will be here during August & September each year! Come join us on "Lady O" & get bit by King Fever! You will never look back!!

July 28, 2019

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 14:55:32 GMT

What can we say but lights out AWESOME fishing as the month of July tails out! The highlight of our last week taking a new record Steelhead for us out of Champlain! A beautiful chrome fish that hit a rigger 55 feet down & came rocketing out of the water four feet in the air when it hit! This coupled with great Salmon & Lake Trout numbers has made for lots of smiles & some great filets to take home! The Bass fishing has still be good considering the hit weather, the key being schooled fish in a little deeper water. This should only get better this fall when the weather cools down!

We have a few more weeks to go on Champlain before we transition out to Lake Ontario. Reports out there are smoking hot as well, our late summer tour out there should be a crazy one!

July 10, 2019

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 13:21:36 GMT

We have been on the water almost every day, summer weather is here & so are the travelers! We are having our busiest season yet & putting fish in the boat every day! Trolling trips producing Landlocked Salmon & Lake Trout, as well as Bass Trips producing both Large and Smallmouths regularly! Smiles abound on our world class fishery!

June 22, 2019

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 14:12:08 GMT

"Getting into smaller less pressured waters can be key many times to make a good trip a GREAT ONE! Our drift boat allows us to get into waters our bigger boats cant due to smaller ramps. Floating the Otter Creek , smaller shallow bays of Champlain as well as DOZENS of small lakes & ponds in Rutland & Addison counties make this boat the ultimate Bass & Pike Machine! We can target these species by spin-casting or Fly tackle, providing all the tools to fit each clients needs & desires!

"Fall is one of the most beautiful & picturesque times of the year here in Vermont! No better time to fish these remote bodies of water as Bass & Pike put the feed bag on in preparation for winter! Great fishing while taking in some of the most stunning scenery in the world!

It's not too early to start thinking of those fall dates, give us jingle & come enjoy the Green Mountain State!"

June 2019 Report

3rdalarmcharters@gmail.com — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 16:14:43 GMT

"Mid way through June & we have been running casting & trolling trips on both boats. Bass, Pike, Walleye, Lake Trout, Salmon & Steelhead all coming to the net in recent weeks! Surface temps still below normal for this time of year, keeping the bait & salmon spread out. We have been using shallow riggers, short leadcores & slidedivers to take our coldwater species on varying colored spoons.

Largemouths are post spawn & have been caught on swim baits & topwater baits. Smallmouths still on the spawn & have been coming on Neko rigs around beds, Pike cruising on weed edges hammering big swimbaits & chatterbaits.

No BETTER TIME to try it all, get up here & taste what VERMONT waters have to offer!"

April & May 2019 Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 18 Jun 2019 14:41:39 GMT

"What crazy busy all be it WET spring so far! We have been busy prepping the boats as we began our open water trips in late April. Our Hudson River Striper trips went of with out a hitch, with some really nice fish coming to the net in some of the wettest weather we have witness while on the Hudson! We are now on Champlain dealing with a very high lake level but finding Trout, Salmon as well as Bass & Pike! Give us a shout to get in on Champlain's beauty and world class fishing!"

February & March 2019 Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:40 GMT

"Boy ohh boy has old man winter kept his grip on us here in the Northeast! That has meant some of the BEST ice fishing conditions we have had in years & we haven't been missing out! Ice conditions have varied in many bodies of water as a warm spell in late January halted ice production on many of the valley larger lakes. 20"- 30" of ice on most bodies of water has been common, allowing anglers to travel to varying areas & structure. We have run tip ups catching MANY Pike & Bass as well as picking up a few trophy trout from day to day. Light tackle jigging has found good yellow perch numbers with bluegills & some Crappie rounding out the catch! We have been doing our winter trade show tour, with one more to go in the end of the month. As I write this we also will be beginning our spring Steelhead trips on the Salmon River, so stay tuned for River reports, spring bass fishing & Salmon trolling on Champlain too! We are 90% full for our Hudson River Striper trips, with just a few afternoon dates left so give us a shout! Tight lines!"

January 2019 Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:38 GMT

"Mother nature started off with a traditional winter here in Vermont in early December as many bodies of water began to get safe ice. But the warm spell over the holidays slowed that process a bit. We are in the deep freeze now & all of our waters have safe ice, some enough to ride snowmobiles & ATV's on. We have been getting a nice mix of perch, bass & pike all by jigging & staying mobile! All Bass & Pike released for us to catch again this spring & summer! Show season is upon us as well, off to Harrisburg PA in the first week of Feb! Striper dates on the Hudson River are filling, get yours BEFORE THEY ARE GONE! TIGHT LINES EVERYONE!"

December 2018 Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:36 GMT

"Wrapping up our 2018 Season & what a season its been! We want to thank all of our loyal customers for making it the busiest one yet! We having been running our drift boat trips for steelhead on the Salmon River, introducing new folks to the River & getting the chance to catch up with old friends! We are getting the hard water gear ready for ice fishing, as well as prepping for our winter trade shows! WISHING EVERYBODY A VERY HAPPY HOLIDAY! See you on the water in 2019! Tight lines!"

November 2018 Report

Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:35 GMT

"What a crazy busy fall so far! From Bass & Pike on Champlain, to Waterfowl & Upland Birds in central Vt, to King Salmon fishing on the Salmon River our customers have been enjoying a little of everything! The pre-winter fronts have moved in, greatly cooling off water temps & slowing down our bass & pike trips but revving up the Steelhead fishing on the Salmon River. We are looking at a record run of quality Steelhead and are beginning to fill dates for December. We have dates open right through the Holidays so give us a shout & come enjoy the battle of the Silver billets fresh from the Great Lakes!"

October 2018 Report

Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:34 GMT

"Love, Love, LOVE FALL!! Smoking hot Pike & Bass fishing, beginning of fall waterfowling & HUGE numbers of King Salmon in the Salmon River! Lake Champlain water levels continue to be low but we are finding plenty of Pike & Largemouths on outer weed edges in 10 - 15 feet of water. Great numbers of Woodducks, Mallards, Black Ducks & Teal up & down the Champlain and Otter Creek Valley should make for continued spectacular gunning. As expected a super number of Steelhead entering the Salmon River already, the late fall season should be off the charts! December is one of the best months for excellent steelheading with no crowds! Give us a shout for dates we have left!"

September 2018 Report

Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:30 GMT

"All i can say is WOW!!! The fishing on Lake Ontario is Off The Charts! Huge boxs of Salmon & Steelhead which will ensure phenomanal fishing on the Salmon River this fall & winter! Right now we are back on Champlain in full Bass & Pike mode. Still some GREAT dates for Oct & early Nov left...give us a shout!"

August 2018 Report

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July 2018 Report

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June 2018 Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:27 GMT

"JUNE!!....What can we say! What a bonanza of mixed species, cold & warm water! We have taken Landlocked Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike & Pickerel all in the last Two Weeks!! With out a doubt one of the best times of the year to taste a little of everything that Champlain has to offer!"

May 2018 Report

Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:25 GMT

"Spring has finally arrived & so has great fishing! We have wrapped up our Hudson River Striped Bass Charters with some great fish coming to the net as usual! Lake Champlain....what can i say but its ON FIRE!! Trout, Salmon, Bass or Pike water temps are ideal right now and the lake level is up a bit from last year so great fishing should last well into the summer! 40 - 50 fish on our Bass & Pike trips are not unusual....the time is now! Give us a shout!"

April 2018 Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:21 GMT

"We are just getting back on the water after a LONG winter here in Vermont! We did four trade shows double teaming with Daddy Mac Lures, meeting hundreds of eager fishermen & women who love to talk fishing! We will have our monthly reports beginning in May & carrying right through November. See you on the water!

December 2017 Report

Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:18 GMT

“We have wrapped up our 2017 trips with some traditional Steelhead fishing on the Salmon River. Cold temps & snow are the norm, but good numbers this year!

We will be starting our winter trade show tour in our home state at the Yankee Sportsman Classic in Essex Vermont from Jan. 19th -21st. February will find us at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg Pennsylvania from February 2nd -10th.

Our last show will be the Maine Sportsman Show in Augusta Maine on March 31st and April 1st. Stop on by & check out our full line of Daddy Mac Lures and book your trip for 2018!”

November 2017 Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:17 GMT

"Steelhead fishing on the Salmon River is in full swing and the fishing is as about as good as it can get! Great numbers and plenty of good sized fish to go around. Fish have been taken on egg sacs, beads and plugs, though higher than normal rain fall has had river flows above average. This will translate to excellent Steelhead fishing well into the Holidays!

We have had some of the best Waterfowl hunting we have ever experienced with great numbers of Woodducks, Mallards & Canadian Geese! Hunts in the Otter Creek Valley have produced well, a sharp fall cold front has those birds moved out & flight birds in on Champlain now! We have taken a little break to enjoy some November Deer hunting, but we will be back on the drift boat right after Thanksgiving! We still have some wonderful dates available for December & January Steelhead so give us a shout!"

October 2017 Fishing Report

Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:16 GMT

"We have been full swing on both the Salmon River & Lake Champlain with our busiest fall to date! The Salmon River has seen a record return of King & Coho Salmon & catches have been making for tired arms daily! The unseasonably warm weather has our bass bite on Champlain in a more late summer pattern then fall...But adapting tactics has kept great numbers as we expect from this world class fishery! Not to be forgotten we are just beginning our Waterfowl hunts & have enjoyed some beautiful mornings in the marsh with more to come!"

September 2017 Fishing Report

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Tue, 28 May 2019 22:08:14 GMT

All I can say is WOW on Lake Ontario! Some of the best fishing since 2012, crazy numbers & quality fish! This will translate to phenominal fishing on the Salmon river! We are fully booked into late October...but still have some pike trips for Champlain & Steelhead for the Salmon River. Fall is here...fishing is LIGHTS OUT on both Champlain & the Salmon River!

Captain Matt's first fishing update of 2017 season is coming soon!

websites@hibu.com (Hibu Websites) — Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:28:27 GMT