Capt. Brian Shumaker — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:06:20 +0000

Kayak Fishing Paddle Tour

Saturday, June 11, 2011,10:30am-3:30pm

One of the most popular aspects of kayaking today is kayak fishing. Welcome professional fishing guide Brian Shumaker as he, along with a Shank’s Mare guide, leads you to some of the best bass fishing spots on the Susquehanna. There are some nuances to kayak fishing that you will learn along with some pointers from the pro on casting techniques. Some fishing gear is available if you do not you’re your own. Rental kayaks are available, and we do have the new Jackson Coosa fishing kayak in our rental fleet so here’s a good chance to try it out. Participants must have a current PA Fishing License.. Sign up now and spend a day going after the big one on the Susquehanna.

Fee – Includes guide, tour and lunch – Members – $85/Person, Non-Members, $95/Person. Rental Kayaks – $35/Single Kayak.

Call Shanks Mare 717-252-1616 to pre-register. Be sure to book early!

Fly Fishing For Smallmouth Bass School

September 10 20011

A full day of classroom instruction, casting instruction, and on the water fishing. This is a great opportunity to learn to learn from the pros, hone your skills and learn some of the latest techniques of smallmouth bass fly fishing there is today.

We will cover tactics critical to fly size, water and time of year. You will learn how to sharpen your skills to make your River Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing more successful. You will also learn about the equipment use and how to rig it, fly selection, and efficient fly casting techniques.

Tuition is $ 175.00 per person and includes:

Individualized instruction.

Use of specialized smallmouth tackle.

A set of three of the best smallmouth bass flies.

Lunch and Drinks.

Class size is limited to 6 anglers .

To register for the school contact:

Susquehanna River Guides 717-774-2307 or email susqguide@msn.com

Capt. Brian Shumaker — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 21:11:04 +0000

Fishing reports will start again in the spring.