Maine Outdoor Enthusiast

In this episode, we’re talking lures and streamer flies.Fish don’t hit artificial presentations by accident. Whether it’s a spoon, plug, spinner, or traditional streamer fly, something about that presentation triggers a response. Sometimes it looks like food. Sometimes it looks injured. Sometimes it flashes, vibrates, moves through the right depth, or simply forces a reaction.Often, it's the simple things that matter most...depth, speed, profile, action, flash, color, and confidence. It's easy to overcomplicate lure and fly selection but the old-school approach still holds up in many Maine fishing situations.Often, the answer isn’t more stuff...it's why they strike and learning how to fish the simple stuff better.Enjoy!#MaineOutdoorEnthusiast #MaineFishing #StreamerFlies #FishingLures #WhyFishStrike #KeepItSimple #FlyFishing #TroutFishing #SalmonFishing #BrookTrout #LandlockedSalmon #SpringFishing #MaineOutdoors #FishingPodcast #OutdoorPodcastCheck us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com

Today, we sit down with men who lived the Maine woods in a different era...a time when the woods were remote, gear was simple, and skill mattered more than anything.We discuss their early trips to camp, the years they served during Vietnam, how the woods have changed, and the personal stories (both humorous and hard) that shaped who they became. This podcast is really about identity and a way of life that is quietly disappearing.They are lived experiences from a generation that learned the outdoors (trial by fire, if you will), through patience, hardship, and time.The Last True Woodsmen is less about the past…and more about what still remains.#TheLastTrueWoodsmen #MaineOutdoors #OutdoorHeritage #NorthWoods #deercamp Check us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com

Several outdoor law changes are being discussed in Augusta. Taken together, they raise a bigger question about the future of hunting and fishing in Maine.In this episode of Maine Outdoor Enthusiast, we take a look at some of the proposals currently on the table, including:• A potential extension of muzzleloader season in northern Maine• Ongoing debates around fly-fishing-only waters• A proposed constitutional amendment recognizing the right to hunt and fish• Why Maine remains one of the only states in the country without Sunday huntingMore importantly, we step back and talk about what these conversations really signal and how Maine balances access, conservation, tradition, and science, and why reactionary lawmaking in either direction can do more harm than good.This isn’t about fear or outrage. It’s about understanding the long game and making sure Maine’s outdoor heritage stays strong for the next generation.Enjoy!#MaineOutdoors #MaineHunting #MaineFishing #PublicLand #HuntingPolicy👇 Join the conversation in the comments:What do you think these proposals mean for Maine 10 years from now?Check us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com

Deer season may be over, but the work that leads to next year’s success starts right now. In this episode, we break down why the offseason is one of the most important...and overlooked parts of becoming a better hunter.From the mental reset after a long season to gear evaluation, and physical preparation, this episode is all about laying the foundation for future success. Whether you filled a tag or not, the offseason is where lessons turn into results.We also talk about goals, content ideas, and what’s ahead as we transition into winter and beyond. If you’re serious about improving your deer seasons year after year, this is where it begins.👇 Let us know in the comments:What’s one thing you’re focusing on this offseason?Topics Covered:• Mental reset after deer season• Postseason scouting strategies• Gear that earned its place (and what didn’t)• Physical conditioning for next season• Offseason goals & future plans#DeerHunting #PostSeasonScouting #MaineHunting #DeerHunting2026 #Tracking #whitetail Check us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com

For northern Maine, the 2025 deer season has come to an end...and what a year it has been! The deer harvest in Maine is well over 50,000 harvested in the state with still a week left to the season in some southern areas. Not to mention, my father-in-law got it done on the last day of his season during black powder week. The deer had an impressive body despite having a smaller rack than one would expect. No complaints this season! We saw lots of deer, had lots of action and filled the freezers. Well, I have one complaint...IT'S OVER!😢🤣.Enjoy!#mainedeerhunting #deerseason #itsover Check us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com

Week 2 of the 2025 Maine deer season is here, and things are heating up fast. In this episode, we talk about our latest hunts, the patterns we’re seeing, and why this week has us more fired up than ever. From fresh rubs and active scrapes popping up in all the right places, the woods are giving us every sign that big bucks are close.Oh, and we talk tracking snow! Yes we've had some and more is on the way. This is what we wait all year for!Enjoy!#deerhunting #mainehunting #deerseason Check us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com

The Maine deer season has finally arrived. In this episode, we take you deep into the North Woods for opening day...the crisp air, the stillness of fall, and the anticipation only hunters understand.Join us as we relive the first day of deer season and share some other hunters success stories.It's more than just a hunt. It’s a look at tradition, patience, and the connection between hunter and wilderness on the first day that starts it all. Enjoy!#deerhunting #deerseasonopener #firstday Check us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com

This week we expound upon last week's topic and address the idea of planned obsolescence...are most things made with a planned "expiration date"? We also discuss some preseason deer scouting and how some popular thoughts, such as the significance of signpost rubs, may or may not play into your deer hunting game plan. And lastly, we discuss the first Florida bear season in a decade and the opposing points of view that are applicable to all hunters who care about the sport. Enjoy!#plannedobsolescence #signpostrubs #deerhunting Check us out on the web at:https://www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.comContact:maineoutdoorenthusiast@gmail.com