New York Outdoor Guides - Photography 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.
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
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
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 OUTFITTERS
Gadway, Abraham Lic #4898
825 Alden Ave , Warrensburg NY 12885
518 618 6011
Adirondack Mountain Outfitters is a hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, snowshoeing, and backcountry skiing guide service in Northern New York State's Adirondack Mountains.
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
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
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
BILL J. KILLION
Killon, Bill J. Lic #8434
7 East Street, Vergennes, VT 05491
802-999-7264
Email: bill@billjkillon.com
For those who love to explore the Adirondacks but don't want to go it alone - I'm available as your hiking companion for the day. Allow me to make your trip to the woods and waters a more enjoyable, safer and comfortable experience.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
BLACK DOME MTN GUIDE
D'Acunto, Joseph A. Lic #4131
P.O. Box 71, East Jewett, NY 12424
518-589-9159
Guide Service for hunting, hunting on horseback, hiking, winter and summer camping, snowshoeing.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany
CATSKILL COUNTRY WALKS, LLC
Drillinger, Michael S. Lic #6778
PO Box 423, Woodstock, NY 12498
914-482-5771
Website: http://catskillcountrywalks.com
Guided history and nature walks and hikes in the Catskills and the Hudson Valley. Dutch history, Hudson River School artists, original hotels, Ashokan Reservoir and more. Marriage officiant performs weddings in the woods. We operate in all seasons. Experience the natural world and learn some history and ecology, too.
Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
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, 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, Central New York/1000 Islands, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City
EARTH RIDERS GUIDE SERVICES
Chenier, Joseph Lic #6058
58 Summer Street, Kingston NY 12401
(914) 204-9515
Email: jchenier1073@gmail.com
Guide services in hiking, camping, snowshoeing, backpacking, flat-water canoeing/kayaking, fishing and nature tours. Trips throughout the Hudson Valley, Catskill and Adirondack regions. We have assisted many aspirants complete their 3500 Club required peaks. Fun, safe, and rewarding adventures for all abilities. Beginners and special needs are welcome!
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
EASTERN VIEW OUTFITTERS
Collins, Bryce Lic #4457
PO Box 2326, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
518-569-5770
Email: evo.adventures@gmail.com
Website: http://www.easternviewoutfitters.com
Eastern View Outfitters is a Full Time Guide service in regions 4-6. We specialize in Guided Waterfowl Hunts in NY, Spring Turkey Hunts in NY, Fishing Charters, Bow-Fishing trips & ECO-Tours on and around Lake Champlain. Please check out the Facebook page and website.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany
FURTHER EXPLORATIONS GUIDE SERVICE
Griffiths, Madelynn Lic #9274
1158 Ledge Hill Rd., Westport, NY 12993
(760) 914-3691
Website: http://furtherexplorations.com/
Further Explorations is a year-round guide service based in Lake Champlain Valley. We offer ice, spin or fly fishing in Northern Upstate New York, Salmon River and the Adirondacks. We offer day and multi day hiking or skiing trips and specialized trips for landscape photography and painting.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Finger Lakes
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
INSIDE THE BLUE LINE LLC
Pollock, Bruce W. Lic #7905
PO Box 1174, Livingston Manor, NY 12758
(201) 273-4246
Inside the Blue Line specializes in dry fly fishing in the headwaters of the Willowemoc and surrounding area.
Location: Hudson Valley/Westchester
ITHACA ENTERPRISES
Dyson-Hudson, Nigel Lic #8879
10 Slators Lane, Newfield, NY 14867
607-564-7983
Email: ndh@cavesar.com
Hiking, Camping,. Snowshoeing, X-C skiing, Mt. Biking, primarily around the Ithaca, NY area - Finger Lakes
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Greater Niagara , Hudson Valley/Westchester
J & L GUIDE SERVICE
Cipp, Joeseph L. Jr. Lic #3384
185 Beaver Dam Rd, Brookhaven , NY 11719
631-803-2315 Region 4 607-832-4872
Email: jlcipp@aol.com
Location: Catskills/Albany, Long Island
LABUFF, LEE D.
LaBuff, Lee D. Lic #6473
6785 Rt. 227 Trumansburg, N.Y. 14886
(607) 387-5849
Email: ldlabuff@gmail.com
I offer enthusiastic outdoor guiding and shooting instruction for all ages, specializing in shotgun shooting., to include the clay target games. Custom design of outdoor programs for the entire family
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Hudson Valley/Westchester
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
MARTA MARKOWSKI
Markowski, Marta Lic #9098
103 Crossgates Rd, Rome, NY 13440
315-939-9695
Email: martamarkowski17@gmail.com
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
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
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
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
OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES GUIDE SERVICE
Arnold, Jamie Lic #4396
129 Beam Hill Rd, Dryden NY 13053
607-342-2666
Email: oogs13053@gmail.com
Salmon River, Turkeys and Waterfowl. Outdoor Opportunities Guide service has 20 years of experience to ensure that you get the most out of your trip.
Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes
PRIMITIVE FIELDCRAFT, LLC
Jolly, Alan M Lic #8384
458 Lawrence Rd, Brockport, NY 14420
585-775-9534
Email: alan.jolly@aol.com
Website: http://primitivefieldcraft.com
Guided Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Hiking, Photography, Outdoor Education, and Survival courses. Services to Dec Region 8 including Western NY, Finger Lakes, Central NY, and Adirondacks
Location: Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes
REDHEAD CHARTERS
Lowell, John Lic #8782
19 Manhattan Pl , Huntington NY 11743
508-364-7518
Email: redheadhuntfish@gmail.com
Website: https://redheadhuntfish.com
Guided duck hunts in Long Island. Specializing in brant, divers, sea ducks, and more. USCG licensed captain for over 10 years.
Location: Long Island
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
RUSSELL SCHOOL OF HIKING
Ley, Russell Lic #8951
PO BOX 2432, Arlington NY 12603
518-370-3600
Building Confidence. Hiking, Camping, Snowshoeing. Map and Compass Training, Beginner Programs. Student and Organizational Guided Hikes. Corporate Custom Challenges. Devil’s Path training, monitoring and support. Russell Ley, NE 111 #168, ADK 46er #1754, Catskill #2927, W1268 Certified: Wilderness First Responder, WFA and CPR. Experienced: Adirondacks, Catskills, Shawangunks, Green Mts., White Mts. Maine, Yosemite, Tetons and the Rocky Mt.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
SNOW WALKER OUTDOORS & GUIDE SERVICE, LLC
Manning, Brian Lic #7606
P.O. Box 34, Westtown , NY 10998
(845) 742-0303
Email: snowalkr1@yahoo.com
Specializing in Self-Reliance and Survival skills, we are an outdoor education service whose goal is to help you become more confident and proficient in a wilderness setting. Our guide service includes instruction in Wilderness First Aid, Navigation, Survival, and Bushcrafting. Private classes are available. Some gear provided upon request.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester
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
THE AVID HIKER
Rice, Andrea Lic #8332
PO Box 305, Bolton Landing, NY 12814
(518) 415-7775
Email: theavidhiker518@gmail.com
Adventure awaits! Sunrise and sunset hiking trips, day hikes, star gazing, birding, nature walks and even outdoor backpacking tours available for any ages all around the Lake George area.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga
WEST MOUNTAIN GUIDE CO. LLC
de la Vega, Henri Lic #8486
2 Peekskill Road #4, Cold Spring, NY 10516
727-366-1289
Website: https://www.westmountainguideco.com
West Mountain Guide Co is dedicated to sharing the outdoors with people of all skill levels. From a 10 day backpacking trip to a two hour nature walk, we are here to help you achieve your goals and share our knowledge of the natural world.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, 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.
Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny
WOODSTOCK TRAILS
Holden, David Lic #5072
PO Box 673, Woodstock Ny 12498
845 594-4863
Email: woodstocktrails@gmail.com
Website: https://www.woodstocknytrails.com/
I have many years experience on Woodstock trails, old and new. Let me show you beautiful places in Woodstock that regular trail-hikers miss. We’ll walk on old roads grown thick with moss and I can tell you of the relationships of the native plants and animals we will encounter.