New York Outdoor Guides - Canoe & Kayak Trips
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All guides are licensed by the State of New York as professional guides who have passed the Department of Environmental Conservation proficiency exam for skill and ability in the woods and on the water.
The state map seen under Regional Info depicts the New York State Outdoor Guides "Regions" by location. This will help you know where each NYSOGA member guides from.
Indicates a member is a NYSOGA Master Guide. For more information, click here.
360GUIDING.COM
Papa, Michael "Bombay" Lic #7841
120 Beverly Rd, Mount Kisco, NY 10549
(914) 424-6506
Email: 360guiding@gmail.com
Website: http://www.360guiding.com
Hiking, backpacking, camping and snowshoeing trips throughout the Hudson Valley, Catskill and Adirondack regions. All-inclusive trips, guided by an experienced Appalachian Trail thru-hiker. Lightweight backpacking gear provided. Fun, safe, and rewarding adventures for people of all abilities. Beginners and people with special needs welcome!
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City
ADIRONDACK ALL SEASONS GUIDE SERVICE
MacKellar, Peggy Lic #7650
165 Elm St, Lake Placid, N.Y. 12946
518-523-1341
Providing year round guiding for over 20 years. Hiking, backpacking, canoeing, snowshoeing, xc skiing. Specializing in guiding the 46 High Peaks, Saranac 6ers, Tupper Triad trips and Serengeti safari/Kilimanjaro climbs. Guiding for families, all ages and abilities.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
ADIRONDACK BACKCOUNTRY GUIDE SERVICE
Ryan, John Lic #8469
16 Settler Lane, Brunswick NY 12180
(518) 598-6399
Email: ryanjake698@gmail.com
Backcountry travel for those pursuing a true Wilderness experience. Canoe, backpack, ski, and snowshoe to remote Adirondack rivers, ponds, lakes, and mountains, away from the crowds. Day trips, overnights, or multi-day trips offered. Food and boat/gear drops also available. Photographers, birders, lovers of solitude welcome!
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Chautauqua-Allegheny
ADIRONDACK CAMP CONCIERGE, LLC
Petteruti, William P. Lic #7310
12 Links Ave, Hadley, NY 12835
(518) 796-1135
Email: windbeam@roadrunner.com
Trips for all levels of experience. Experience Adirondack fly fishing for trout, salmon, bass, pike and muskies in some of the best waters the Adirondacks has to offer.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands
ADIRONDACK FOOTHILLS GUIDE SERVICE, LLC
Young, Sonny Lic #0260
214 Old Wawbeek Rd, Tupper Lake NY 12986
518-524-6002
Email: adkfoothill@gmail.com
Website: http://www.adkfoothills.com
Providing guided activities for over 30 years. Custom hunting trips during bow, blackpowder and rifle seasons. Fishing lakes and ponds. Hiking, camping, canoe trips, itinerary planning. Winter activities include ice fishing, snowshoe trips. Trained Interpretive Guide. DEC Hunter Safety, 1st Aid, CPR, & Wilderness First Aid instructor. Mastercard, Visa, PayPal.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands
ADIRONDACK FOOTHILLS GUIDE SERVICE, LLC
Young, Sheila Lic #1747
214 Old Wawbeek Rd, Tupper Lake NY 12986
518-637-6193
Email: adkfoothillsgs@gmail.com
Website: http://www.adkfoothills.com
Adirondack hiking, camping, paddling. Focus on wilderness education, naturalist studies. Families, individuals, special needs. Trained as an Interpretive Guide. Adirondack 46R #2994. Level One Orienteering Coach. "Becoming an Outdoors Woman in NYS" instructor since 1994. Certification classes for CPR, 1st Aid, Wilderness First Aid. Mastercard, Visa, AmEX, PayPal.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN AND STREAM GUIDE SERVICE
Frasier, Jamie Lic #211
211 62 Hardscrabble Rd, Olmstedville , NY 12857
(518) 251-3762
Adirondack Mountain and Stream is a full time four season guide service ,leading trips now for over 30 years . Specializing in hunting, fishing and canoe/kayak trips .Day and overnight trips available.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
ADIRONDACK PRIMITIVE EXCURSIONS
Waterman, Mark 28 White St , New York Mills, NY 13417 Lic #8647
28 White St , New York Mills, NY 13417
(802) 377-8153
Email: markwjr63@hotmail.com
Adirondack Primitive Excursions, LLC provides single day and overnight hiking and camping experiences in semi-remote & remote areas of the Central/Southern Adirondacks, including the Black River Wild Forest, West Canada Lakes Wilderness and Moose River Plains. Each trip is customized to accommodate the customer's trip expectations and physical capabilities.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
ADIRONDACK WILDERNESS EXPERIENCES
Tryon, Craig L. Lic #0139
42807 Seaway Ave, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
315-427-8984
Email: adkwldexp@yahoo.com
Year 'round guided experiences in the "Adirondack Mountains and other Wild Places." Trips custom designed to meet your needs/expectations. You won't be disappointed. Seniors welcome!
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny
AE ADVENTURES
Locorini, Scott Lic #3784
PO Box 752, Boonville, NY 13309
(315) 316-1125
Email: adkexp@gmail.com
Website: https://www.ae-adventures.com
Since 2001 AE Adventures has been providing small group kayak adventures (less than 10 guests) all over the globe! Popular destinations include the Adirondack Mountains and 1000 Islands of New York State, multiple locations in Florida, Costa Rica, Newfoundland, Panama and Italy. Custom destinations are also available upon request.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Greater Niagara , Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City
ALGONQUIN GUIDES LTD.
Earley, Roy L. Jr. Lic #0147
606 Charles St., Scotia, NY 12302
518-372-7485
Email: algonquinguides@yahoo.com
Virtual Guiding by Experience. Consulting for...........Hunting, Fishing and "The Great Outdoors". Been There, Done That..............Will tell -U- all about it.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany
ANDERSON ADIRONDACK ADVENTURES
Anderson, Van 1148 Lic #
156 Fields Park Road, Morgantown WV 26508
304 288 0264
Email: vanderson@funaviation.com
Dr. Anderson has been a licensed guide since 1991, and was Director of the Adirondack |Campus, Boy Scout National Camping School for six years. He has vast knowledge of the central Adirondacks, and introduces the cultural, economic, environmental. and historic significance during each trek.
Location: Central New York/1000 Islands
ANNE TWILLEY'S GUIDE SERVICE
Twilley, Anne Lic #3463
651 Duanesburg Rd., Schenectady NY 12306-1016
518-355-8232
Email: atwi127223@cs.com
Hiking, camping, flat-water canoeing, nature tours, photography, cross country skiing, snowshoeing. Special interest in women, families, youth groups, by the day, weekend or extended trips.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Hudson Valley/Westchester
AVAIL OUTFITTERS
Rockwell, Scott Lic #6035
7061 Kane Road , Waterville NY 13480
315 327 5550
Email: scott.rockwell15@yahoo.com
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley/Westchester
BACKWOODS BASS GUIDE SERVICE
Romanych, Paul Lic #4795
532 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley NY, 10579
(914) 714-0838
Email: fishnfinaddict@hotmail.com
Based in scenic Putnam County, NY, within 60 miles of NYC. Powerboat, kayak, or foot to regional waters, including NYC streams/reservoirs. NYC Guide #10118. Catskills/ADK/saltwater by request. Light tackle/flyfishing specialist. All levels of instruction. Beginner to advanced in small groups welcome, children encouraged. Let us craft your day!
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
ANDREW BONELLI
Bonelli, Andrew Lic #8795
919 St. David’s Lane Niskayuna NY 12309
518-810-3941
Email: abonelli225@gmail.com
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
BRIAN LANSING | FLY FISHING GUIDE
Lansing, Brian Lic #7034
5100 Highbridge St, Apt 12E
315-481-5788
Email: info@brianonthefly.com
Website: http://brianonthefly.com
I am a professional fully licensed and insured fly fishing guide offering trips from Central New York, the Catskills, and the Adirondacks to Cape Cod.
Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes
CANOGA CREEK OUTFITTERS
Tidball, Keith G. Lic #6985
3208 State Rt 89 Seneca Falls, NY
315 568 9710
Keith G Tidball, founder of Canoga Creek Outfitters, is licensed to guide hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping, with a certification in small boats and canoes. He specializes in the Finger Lakes and central Adirondacks, and most enjoys guiding youth, veterans, and those new to hunting, angling, or the outdoors.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes
CRISPELL MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Crispell, Russell Lic #4082
86 Elm Rd , Amherst NY 14226
716-481-5406
Email: crispell@buffalo.edu
Russ Crispell, retired Director of Outdoor Pursuits for the University at Buffalo and Former President of the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education offers diverse outdoor recreation and educational programming. Crispell has expertise as a Wilderness Corporate Teambuilder and teaches Wilderness 1st Aid and Wilderness First Responder.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Greater Niagara
D.C. OUTDOOR ADVENTURES, INC.
Caracciolo, Capt. Dennis Lic #2104
P.O. Box 26, Selden, NY 11784
(631) 786-7871
Email: huntfish@optonline.net
Website: http://www.huntfishny.com
Hunting and fishing for all species in season. Big game, small game, waterfowl, turkey. Freshwater fishing charters. Fly fishing welcome. Transportation available. Saltwater charters.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City
DACKCOUNTRY
Holmes, Shane A. Lic #8476
74 Endion Lane, Long Lake, NY 12847
(518) 618-7776
Email: info@dackcountry.com
Website: https://www.dackcountry.com
Adirondack backcountry wilderness adventures, expeditions, and experiences.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
EASTERN OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES
Moran, Edward Lic #7568
51 Neil Drive Smithtown N.Y. 11787
(631) 741-3765
Email: edmoran@gmail.com
Ed is a knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive guide providing well planned backpacking and hiking trips. Full service guiding for backpackers, Catskill 3500 and ADK 46er aspirants. Outdoor skills instruction including backpacking and camping, map and compass, snowshoeing and Wilderness First Aid. Trips for Individuals and groups, beginner to advanced.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City
EXPERIENCE OUTDOORS
Walton, Bill Lic #7025
4948 Cascade Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946
(315) 481-5275
With our Home Base being in the Heart of the Adirondack Mountains, there is endless terrain to be discovered and explored.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands
FASSETT, DEAN
Fassett, Dean Lic #6614
141 Juniper Dr, Ballston Spa NY 12020
518-275-7557
Email: dfassett@verizon.net
Specializing in nature trips & education, birding, fishing, big game and turkey hunting with lodging available.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Finger Lakes
GRASSE RIVER ADVENTURES
Burnham, David Lic #7005
56 Reese Rd Richville NY 13681
(315) 854-0422
Grasse River Adventures offers guided and semi-guided, backcountry deer hunts,drop camps, turkey hunts, fishing, hiking, camping & paddling trips in the northern Adirondacks and Saint Lawrence Valley region or Northern NY.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands
HENDRIK GUIDE SERVICE
Dorn, Christofer Lic #7856
482 Sager Rd, Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 636-9001
Email: Hendrikguiding@gmail.com
Licensed to Guide; Canoeing, Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Fishing, Hunting. Certified Wilderness First Responder, Lifeguard, Leave No Trace Instructor. Backcountry Skills and Experience
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Finger Lakes
IRISH RAIDER OUTFITTERS LLC
Thurber, Scott Lic #8596
582 Lapham Mills Rd, Peru, NY 12972
518-524-4275
Email: sthooker2@gmail.com
Full time Adirondack Guide providing, Fishing , Hunting and Eco tours in the Adirondacks. Lake Placid & Lake Champlain areas. USCG Licensed Captain
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
LANDIS, NORM
Landis, Norm Lic #0958
708 Healy Ave., Rome, NY 13440-5431
315-336-3798
Email: romelandis@peoplepc.com
Outdoor skills workshops. Day, overnight trips primarily for non-profit groups.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny
LEE, ELIZABETH
Lee, Elizabeth Lic #5047
53 Champlain Ave, Westport, NY 12993
(518) 962-4756
Email: lakeside5047@gmail.com
Website: http://www.insidethemap.com
Hiking, Skiing, Paddling. ADK Eastern region and Champlain Valley. All seasons. Childeren and Families welcome.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
MCSHANE, KRIS
McShane, Kris Lic #7529
59 Kelsey Lane, Kerhonkson, NY 12446
(401) 258-2220
Hiking, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Camping, Hunting, in the beautiful Catskill Mountain Region and Scenic Hudson Valley! Kris is a retired NYSDEC Fisheries Biologist & Appalachian Trail Through-hiker. Contact Kris to learn a new skill or enjoy an old pastime! All skill levels welcome.
Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
MIDDLE EARTH EXPEDITIONS
Failing, Wayne Lic #0250
4529 Cascade Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946
518-523-7172
Email: wayne2@northnet.org
Canoeing, pond fishing, fly fishing, deer hunting from efficiency cabins. Wellness/Healing Retreats, Caribbean adventure trips.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands
MILLER, CONSTANCE
Miller, Constance Lic #6261
167 John Fountain Rd, Jay NY 12941
518 578 5797
Email: Justrighthikes@gmail.com
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
MONTAUK OUTFITTER
Larson, Michael J. Lic #7342
115 South Forest St.Montauk, NY 11954
917-468-3361
Website: http://www.montaukoutfitter.com
Surf Fishing and/or Kayak Fishing guide based out of Montauk, NY., for Striped Bass, Fluke, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Cod, False Albies, Blackfish, Tuna, etc. We also fish for freshwater bass, walleye, white perch and carp throughout Suffolk County. All gear provided but anglers are welcome to bring their own.
Location: Long Island
MOREAU, JEAN-PIERRE
Moreau, Jean-Pierre Lic #1292
P.O. Box 577, Cranberry Lake, NY 12927-0577
(315) 848-2034 or (585) 461-4664
Specializing in outdoor skills education and wilderness survival training for youth groups and schools.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Central New York/1000 Islands
NATUREINTOACTION
Alexander, David Lic #6250
10 Lamerson Circle, Budd Lake , NJ 07828
(802) 233.5836
Website: https://natureintoaction.com
Guide for hire. Available to deepen your connection to the natural world through immersive hunting, fishing, foraging, canoeing and camping experiences. Proud to be part of the New York backcountry and Adirondack Guide tradition. Licensed and certified in first aid, CPR, and water safety.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester, New York City
NORTH STAR GUIDING SERVICE
Newell, Michael Lic #1018
1226 State Rt 147,West Charlton,NY 12010
518-894-7593
Personalized outdoor experiences for individuals, families, groups; novice to expert.Wilderness hunting, fishing, canoeing, camping, hiking, backpacking. Adirondacks.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City
NORTHERN ROOTS OUTFITTERS AND GUIDE SERVICE
Rose, Sandra Lic #7546
582 Hong Kong Rd, Pulski, NY 13142
(315) 877-0110
Sandra L. Rose, “Squeak” is a Pulaski N.Y. native. Licensed in hunting, camping, fishing and boating. Focusing on low impact relaxing trips, writers camps, nature study, relaxation walks, boating on “quiet waters” and birding combination trips. Encouraging Seniors and Church groups. We have fun ! Regions 6 and 7
Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny
NORTHWOODS OUTDOOR GUIDES
Burke, Robert W. Lic #484
199 Bisby Rd. Box 213, Old Forge NY 13420
(914) 441-0713
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
OLEH'S CATSKILL GUIDE SERVICE
Czmola, Oleh Lic #6249
P.O. Box 111, Lexington, N.Y. 12452
(518) 989-6310. Cell 917 658-6746
Email: olehoutdoors@gmail.com
Website: http://www.olehoutdoors.com
Oleh's Catskill Guide Service provides Fly fishing and instruction as you walk and wade the beautiful streams and reservoirs of the Catskill Mountains. We specialize in trout and smallmouth bass fishing. We fish the Esopus, Schoharie, Beaverkill, Delaware River system and all others in between. Catch and release are practiced.
Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
OUTSIDE CHRONICLES
Radomski, Michael Lic #8040
3997 Tudor Place, Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 508-7060
Email: mike@outsidechronicles.com
Website: https://outsidechronicles.com
We love and respect the outdoors. We want you to have the skills, fitness, and confidence to tackle any outdoor adventure. Enthusiastic and motivating guides that are occasionally funny. Every interaction should be a positive one. We work hard to make adventure to be memorable and safe.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara
RIPVANWINKLE ADVENTURE GUIDES
Calabrese, Greg Lic #7629
30 Liberty St, Apt 2, Catskill, NY 12144
480-381-9405
We are an outdoors adventure company. Specializing in hiking and backpacking in region 4 of the Catskill Park. We also offer hunting and fishing experiences as well. We can assist you with the completion of any of the Catskill's challenges i.e. the devil's path, the escarpment trail, and the 3500 challenge.
Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
RIVERS EDGE OUTDOOR EXCURSIONS
Kelts, Benjamin Lic #8710
1 South Street Waterford NY 12188
518 334 6886
Website: https://theriversedge.net
Our experienced guides lead the way in sharing the secrets of the Adirondacks! We offer backpacking, hot tenting, fishing, hunting and hiking to most age groups on limited basics. We provide almost everything you need to make your excursion an exciting and safe backcountry adventure.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany
SAENGER OUTDOOR SPORTS, LLC.
Saenger, Mark W. "Max" Lic #6653
1317 Platte Clove Rd Elka Park, NY 12427
(207) 484-8179
Email: max@saengeroutdoorsports.com
Website: http://www.saengeroutdoorsports.com
Guided outdoor experiences on private land in New York's Catskill Mountains- Hiking, Camping and Hunting on private and public land. Turkey, deer, grouse, coyote, and bear. Bows and firearms. Specializing in bow hunting deer and active spring turkey hunts. I also enjoy starting first- time hunters and kids on a path for success and enjoyment of a outdoor hunting lifestyle.
Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
SAW MILL FLY CASTING
Engel, James Lic #8715
342 Park Ave, Yonkers NY 10703
(914) 512-1348
Email: sawmillflycast@gmail.com
Website: http://sawmillflycast.com
Saw Mill Fly Casting offers guided fishing, both wade- in and in Reservoir type boat, for up to 3 persons, equipment included. Also specializes in Fly Casting lessons . Freshwater trips in Croton Watershed area, Surf casting trips on south shore of Suffolk County, NY, focusing on area (Southampton to Montauk Point).
Location: Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island
TECHVALLEYTREKKER
Reilly, Gene Lic #3755
20 Marinello Terrace Apt 1 Albany, NY 12209
518-281-7796
Email: techvalleytrekker@yahoo.com
Outings in the local NYS Capital Area, and in the Adirondack Mountains emphasizing quality of life. Waterfalls, slides, restorative recreation / forest bathing, backpacking, XC skiing, snowshoeing, flatwater kayaking/paddling. Hiking the Adirondacks since 1981, 46'er 3346W (W = winter). Teaching hiking and map / compass skills.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany
TRAINA, PETE
Traina, Pete Lic #1160
134 Mud Pond Rd, Highland Lake NY 12743
(845) 557-8678
Email: petetraina4u@yahoo.com
Guide service throughout New York State including all hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, ATV, snowmobile and boating activities.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Greater Niagara , Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City
WATERWAY OUTDOORS
Maida, Bryan Lic #8612
799 Pine Kill Rd, Wurtsboro, NY 12785
845-978-6161
Email: Bam1427@gmail.com
My Name is Bryan Maida I offer guide services in Sullivan county and surrounding area for fishing and hunting.
Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
WHITE DOG TRAIL CO.
Whittemore, Jeff Lic #0185
53 Elm St. Dolgeville, NY 13329
(315) 868-7054
Email: whitt0185@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.adirondack-adventures.com
Four-season guides specializing in fly fishing on West and East Canada Creeks, Salmon and Battenkill Rivers. Spin and fly-fishing float trips on the Mohawk and other streams for Bass and walleye. Ice fishing. Photography and eco-paddles and hikes in Central NY and Adirondacks. Adirondack based cottage.