Fishing

Catamount Fishing Adventures, 802-253-8500
If you're looking for a different twist on fishing, you can definitely find it here. Along with being an experienced fishing guide and outfitter, Catamount Fishing Adventures offers some unique fly-fishing, spin fishing and ice fishing excursions on an angler's canoe, float tube, small motorboat or streamside tour. No license? No problem! You can get your license there and set off for your four or eight-hour fishing trip that includes lunch! Call for rates and to schedule your tour. www.catamountfishing.com

Fly Rod Shop, 2 Miles South of Stowe Village on Route 100, 1-800-535-9763
If you love fly-fishing or want to try it for the first time, The Fly Rod Shop is the place to go for all your fly-fishing gear. With 30 years of experience, the shop offers all the latest gear for beginners to experienced fly-fishing enthusiasts. Once outfitted for your fishing adventure, they offer several tours that are sure to help you bring in your big catch! Take one of their drift boats down the Lamoille, Winooski or Connecticut rivers in search of wild trout. Or, step out of the box and try their float tube fly fishing tour and lure in a brook trout. For those seeking some instruction, take advantage of a full or half-day instructional tour on a stream. They also offer a variety of free casting clinics to teach you all the various casting techniques. They'll even let you use their equipment! All you have to do is catch the fish! www.flyrodshop.com