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Jordan Pond

editor — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 16:46:00 +0000

Key Species: landlocked salmon, brook trout, lake trout Best Way to Fish: canoe, boat Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 16, C-3 Description: Jordan Pond covers only 187 acres but is amazingly deep. Most of the pond, including shoreline areas, is well over 100 feet deep. Because Jordan Pond is a local water supply, the south end is marked as off limits to swimmers. The boat ramp is located in this zone and boaters are advised to travel past the white buoys before starting to fish. Boats with motors over 10 horsepower are prohibited. The daily bag limit

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Junior Lake

editor — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 14:32:00 +0000

Key Species: landlocked salmon, lake trout, smallmouth bass, white perch, whitefish Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe Best Time to Fish: May and June, January through March MAG: 35, A-1 Description: This 3,866-acre, 70-foot-deep lake is part of a large chain of wilderness lakes. It is possible to go by boat from Junior Lake all the way to the village of Grand Lake Stream on West Grand Lake. Until recent years, Junior Lake had few cottages, but progress has taken its toll as lakeside lots have been sold off. However, the lake still retains its wilderness aspect in spite of

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Moose River

editor — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 12:18:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout, landlocked salmon Best Way to Fish: wading, boat Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 40, A-5 Description: This is a freestone river with lots of deep pools and riffles. Water levels are controlled by the dam at Brassua Lake. The dam also ensures that river temperatures are always cold, a plus for coldwater species. Moose River residents include a population of larger than average crayfish, some with tails 3 or 4 inches long. These are known locally as ”Moosehead Lobsters.” Special fishing regulations include a closed section of river, a 12-inch minimum length limit

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Pickerel

editor — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 10:04:00 +0000

Although bony, the flesh is sweet and flaky. When coated with cornmeal and fried to a golden brown, they make excellent table fare. Because of the bones, pickerel are often ground and used in fishcakes. Here is a recipe for pickerel cakes: 1 cup skinned pickerel fillets 1/3 cup bread crumbs 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/4 teaspoon basil 1/4 teaspoon thyme salt and pepper to taste juice of 1/2 lemon 1 green pepper 1 small onion Grind the pickerel, green pepper, and onion. Place in bowl and mix in remaining ingredients. Form into patties and dredge with flour and fry

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White Perch

editor — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 07:50:00 +0000

Old-time Mainers naturally equate white perch with fish chowder. While a chowder made from freshwater fish may seem a contradiction in terms, perch make the best chowder going. Skin and gut at least 12 white perch. Remove the heads and rinse clean. Steam the perch in a small amount of water, just until the flesh turns white. Remove the fish and allow to cool. Pick the meat from the bones and place back in the water. In a separate frying pan, render 6 or 8 small bits of salt pork. Add the salt pork (or omit, if you are cholesterol-conscious).

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Canada Falls Lake

editor — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 01:08:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout Best Way to Fish: canoe Best Time to Fish: May and June MAG: 48, D-2 and D-3 Description: Canada Falls Lake is a sprawling, shallow 2,627-acre impoundment. A canoe is the most practical way to fish here, because of the proliferation of dead stumps and tree trunks known in Maine as “dri-ki.” Small motorboats are workable, but you must keep a sharp eye out for snags. A maintained campsite is located near the dam at the south end of the lake, close to the boat ramp. There are several special fishing regulations. From April 1 through

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Upper Hadlock Pond

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 22:54:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout, brown trout possible Best Way to Fish: canoe, bank Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 16, C-3 Description: This scenic 35-acre pond is situated along Maine Route 3. The deepest part, 37 feet, is slightly south of the center of the pond, and shoreline depths range from 5 to 17 feet, perfect for shore-based anglers. Special regulations include artificial lures only (except for children 12 years and under, who may use dead fish, salmon eggs, or worms), a daily bag limit on brook trout of two fish, a slot limit on brook trout, and

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Millinocket Lake

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 20:40:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout, lake trout, landlocked salmon, whitefish, white perch, pickerel, cusk Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 43, A-2 and 51, E-2 Description: This rocky, 8,960-acre coldwater lake lies within sight of Mount Katahdin, Maine’s highest mountain. Millinocket Lake is noted for landlocked salmon and lake trout fishing, but to the delight of white perch fans, it is also one of Maine’s best producers of bragging-size white perch. Local anglers often catch a winter’s supply of perch in only a few days’ time. Little opportunity for fishing from shore exists.

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Indian Pond

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 16:12:00 +0000

Key Species: landlocked salmon, lake trout, brook trout, splake, smallmouth bass, whitefish, cusk Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 40, C-5 Description: This 3,746-acre impoundment was created by Harris Dam, on the Kennebec River. Water levels at Indian Pond are constantly changing because of drawdowns at the dam. You will need a boat or canoe to fish here. Special regulations include a daily limit on brook trout, lake trout, and landlocked salmon of two fish in the aggregate, a slot limit on trout and splake, and an artificials-only no-kill season from October

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Baxter State Park

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 11:44:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout Best Way to Fish: wading, bank, canoe Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 50 and 51 Description: 202,539-acre Baxter State Park is sometimes called the last stronghold for native eastern brook trout, although the same could be said about the entire state of Maine. Former Maine governor Percival P. Baxter purchased this land and gave it to the people of Maine, as a part of their heritage to be kept forever wild. Baxter gets crowded in summer and campgrounds are often packed, so you should reserve a campsite well in advance. In spite of

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Echo Lake

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 07:16:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout, landlocked salmon, white perch Best Way to Fish: canoe, boat Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 16, B-2 Description: This is a scenic 237-acre coldwater lake, specially managed for brook trout and landlocked salmon. The western side is lined by rugged cliffs. Boats with motors larger than 10 horsepower are prohibited. Special fishing regulations include a slot limit on brook trout, fishing restricted to one line only, and a no-kill, artificials-only season from October 1 through October 31. Fishing index: Brook trout can be taken near the shoreline in spring. If you are fishing

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Holeb Pond

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 05:02:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout, landlocked salmon, splake, cusk, lake trout possible Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe, bank Best Time to Fish: May and June, January through March MAG: 39, C-3 Description: Holeb Pond is a 1,055-acre pond located in the middle of the Holeb Parcel of the Maine Bureau of Public Lands. Attean Mountain and Sally Mountain provide a scenic background. This wild area is just west of Jackman, known as “the Switzerland of Maine.” In 1995, Holeb Pond was stocked with 9,300 brook trout and 1,000 splake. There is a slot limit on brook trout and splake. A

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South Branch Lake

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 02:48:00 +0000

Key Species: smallmouth bass, white perch, pickerel Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 43, E-4 Description: This 2,035-acre, semi-remote lake is known for its warmwater species. It is a prime destination for the serious smallmouth bass angler because the lake contains no coldwater game fish. Many Maine anglers prefer to fish for trout, landlocked salmon, or lake trout, and regard smallmouth bass as trash fish. Consequently, fishing pressure is light, except for local anglers in search of white perch for the frying pan. South Branch Lake has a special fall fishing season

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Sebec Lake

editor — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 00:34:00 +0000

Key Species: lake trout, landlocked salmon, smallmouth bass, white perch, pickerel, cusk, brook trout possible Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 32, A-1 Description: This deep, easily accessible, 6,803-acre lake is best fished by boat. Some bank fishing is possible at nearby Peaks-Kenny State Park, but as with most of Maine’s large lakes, it is generally impractical and usually not very productive. The daily limit on landlocked salmon is one fish. Peaks-Kenny State Park offers lakeside camping amid great scenery. This park is never crowded, and in September it may be nearly

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East Grand Lake

editor — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 20:06:00 +0000

Key Species: landlocked salmon, lake trout, brook trout, small-mouth bass, white perch, pickerel Best Way to Fish: boat Best Time to Fish: May and June MAG: 45, A-4 and 53, E-4 Description: East Grand Lake, at 16,070 acres, is located in Washington and Aroostook counties in Maine. You will need a boat to fish at this site. Anglers in boats less than 14 feet long should stay relatively close to shore, since the lake can become dangerous quickly when the wind comes up. Camping is available at Greenland Point. Since East Grand Lake is a boundary water with Canada, special

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Lake Hebron

editor — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 17:52:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout, landlocked salmon, lake trout, white perch Best Way to Fish: canoe Best Time to Fish: May through September MAG: 31, A-3 Description: This deepwater pond is managed for coldwater gamefish. Easy access and good fishing make Lake Hebron a popular spot for local anglers. The Appalachian Trail follows the northwest corner of the pond, and Monson Village is nestled around its eastern end. Monson was once famous for its slate industry, and examples of native slate may be seen along Maine Routes 6 and 15. This 525-acre lake receives huge annual stockings of brook trout. In

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Moosehead Lake

editor — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 13:24:00 +0000

Key Species: lake trout, landlocked salmon, brook trout Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe, shore Best Time to Fish: May through June MAG: 41 and 49 Description: Moosehead Lake, 30 miles long by 20 miles wide, is the largest lake contained in any one state east of the Mississippi. Here the mighty Kennebec River begins its journey to the sea. Moosehead Lake’s deep, pure water is ideal for coldwater species, which is why Maine’s three native salmonids are found here in such abundance. You can fish from shore in many areas, but will need a boat to thoroughly explore this

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Chesuncook Lake

editor — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 11:10:00 +0000

Key Species: Lake trout, landlocked salmon, brook trout, white perch, cusk Best Way to Fish: boat Best Time to Fish: May and September MAG: 50, D-1 Description: Chesuncook Lake, formed by Ripogenus Dam, is Maine’s third largest body of fresh water. Three distinct sections of the lake are connected. The main stem is known as Chesuncook Lake, the lower body as Caribou Lake, and a third appendage as Ripogenus Lake. The total acreage is 26,200, with a maximum depth of 150 feet. Chesuncook Lake runs in a northwest-southeast direction and prevailing winds can cause large waves and whitecaps. Do not

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Prestile Stream

editor — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 06:42:00 +0000

Key Species: brook trout, rainbow trout possible Best Way to Fish: wading Best Time to Fish: May through August MAG: 59, A-2 Description: Like the famed trout waters of Pennsylvania, Prestile Stream is a limestone stream, a rarity in Maine except for a few spots in Aroostook County. The countryside here consists of woods, fields, and rolling hills. Some bank fishing is possible, but wading is the best method when the water is low. Canoes can be used early in the season. Aroostook State Park, just across the Westfield town line in Presque Isle, offers camping. Fishing index: Unlike their

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Bluefish

editor — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 04:28:00 +0000

Bluefish, like mackerel, are oily and must be broiled. It is interesting to note that fish oil is rich in Omega-3 acids, which are beneficial to human health. Skin and fillet your bluefish. Some people like to remove the dark strip of meat found in the middle, but that is a matter of personal taste. Prepare as you would mackerel. Or, you could try this more elaborate recipe: Poor Starling sat for the rest of the meal in grim misery, pretending to eat, under threat and order from Rolo to stay there until the end. After the meal, I was

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