For River Trips: Rods, reels, and bait are optional to bring as all of this equipment will be provided on your guided trip (if you are fly fishing we will provide you with the first dozen flies & we always have the "hottest" flies in stock at the lodge at very reasonable prices or you may tie your own flies at our fly tying table); New York Fishing License; layered clothing - polar fleece or wool sweater for an outer layer and something that will wick moister next to your body; fleece or wool socks are a must on cold days; waders (felt sole and/or with cleats) - we have rental waders with felts for $15/day; raingear (not bright colors!); fleece or wool gloves; polarized sunglasses; hat; camera and a cooler with snacks/food/drink for you. *weather varies greatly so check out the weather link on our homepage
For Charters: New York Fishing License; seasonal clothing; rain gear; and soft-soled shoes; bring extra layers during cooler months; cooler with lunch, snacks and beverages; a larger cooler for transporting your fish on the way home; polarized sunglasses; camera; Motion Sickness Medication - if think you might need it, use it!(pressure point bracelets or ginger work well) *we provide all tackle and bait required for your fishing trip. *all fishing trips include having your fish cleaned and bagged. *we work with the best local taxidermist so if you want to remember your "trophy catch" for ever and keep it on your wall we will take care of delivery and all of the details for you. *we are a ZERO TOLERANCE vessel. The carrying or use of illegal substances on board will not be tolerated. Any such behavior will result in the termination of the charter with no refund.