NEW YORK STATE LICENSED GUIDES - SNOWSHOEING
If you wish to locate a guide quickly, please fill in our trip planning form. Those available will be in contact with you.
Otherwise please click on the letter that closely relates to the guide you are seeking. You will automatically drop down to that letter. Just looking? Then scroll on down. The list is in alpabetical order. Numbers listed in the columns are the "Regions" the guides work in. Click to view a Regional Map.
To view guides specific to a guiding activity, please select Activities from the category, "Guides by Activities" above. Click here to E-mail this page to a friend
| ADIRONDACK AVIAN EXPEDITIONS & WORKSHOPS Joan E. Collins, Lic # 4630 P.O. Box 556 Long Lake, N.Y. 12847 (518) 624-5528, Cell: (315) 244-7127 E-mail: joan.collins@frontier.com Website: www.adirondackavian.com Year round, full time bird guide in the Adirondack Park and surrounding North Country NY areas. A serious ear-birding guide specializing in boreal bird species, winter visitors, migrants, and featuring popular Dawn Tours up Whiteface Mountain for Bicknellâ's Thrush and other high elevation species. Hike, canoe, snowshoe, or car-birding offered. | Region 5 & 6 |
| ADIRONDACK BIRDING TOURS
John G. Thaxton, Lic. #6909 Patricia H. Thaxton, Lic. #6890 P.O. Box 488, Keene Valley, NY 12943 518-576-4232 E-mail:jpthax5317@gmail.com Website: www.adirondackbirdingtours.com Full-time birding guides for the Adirondack region as well as 46ers, we lead trips on foot, snowshoes and by car. We specialize in difficult-to-find boreal species such as black-backed woodpecker and Bicknell's thrush, as well as the entire suite of Adirondack birds and winter visitors. | Region 5 & 6 |
| ADIRONDACK CAMP CONCIERGE, LLC
William P. Petteruti, Lic #7310 12 Links Ave Hadley, NY 12835 518-796-1135 E-mail: windbeam@roadrunner.com Website: www.adirondackcampconcierge.com | Region 5 |
 Lynn Malerba, Lic #4043, ADK 46R, NE111 Mary Hall, Lic #4381 90 Country Club Rd, Tupper Lake, NY 12986 518-359-7536 E-mail:adkconnections@spamarrest.com Website: www.adirondackconnections.com All-season Adirondack guide & trip planning adventure service specializing in Women's Adventures and Multisport experiences. We provide ultra-light Hornbeck Boats for Paddle trips, lightweight Camping gear & meals for Overnight Canoe and Backpack trips. Winter offerings include Snowshoe, Winter Hike & Backcountry Navigation classes for GPS, Map & Compass. | Regions 5 & 6 |
| ADIRONDACK EXPOSURE
Scott Locorini, Lic #3784 P.O. Box 356, Turin, NY 13473 (315) 335-1681 E-mail:adkexp@gmail.com Website: www.ae-adventures.com Specializing in kayak and multi-sport trips for the 55+ crowd, families and custom groups; Adirondack Exposure also offers fishing trips including kayak fishing and a fly fishing school. Kayak and multi-sport trips are also offered in Florida and Costa Rica during the winter months. | Region 6 |
| ADIRONDACK FOOTHILLS GUIDE SERVICE
Sheila Young, Lic #1747, Adirondack 46R #2994 214 Old Wawbeek Rd, Tupper Lake NY 12986 518-637-6193 E-mail: adkfoothill@yahoo.com Web site: www.adkfoothills.com Adirondack hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking. Foucus on wilderness education, naturalist studies. Families, individuals, special needs. Adirondack Forty-Sixer. Interpretive Guide. Level One Orienteering Coach. "Becoming an Outdoors Woman in NYS" instructor since 1994. We offer certification classes for CPR, 1st Aid, Wilderness First Aid. Mastercard, Visa, AmEX, PayPal. | Region 5 |
| ADIRONDACK FOOTHILLS GUIDE SERVICE
Sonny Young, Lic. #0260 214 Old Wawbeek Rd, Tupper Lake NY 12986 518-524-6002 E-mail: adkfoothill@yahoo.com Web site: www.adkfoothills.com Providing guided activities for over 30 years. Custom hunting trips during bow, blackpowder and rifle seasons. Fishing on lakes and ponds. Hiking, camping, canoe trips, itinerary planning. Winter activities include ice fishing, snowshoe trips. Interpretive Guide. 1st Aid, CPR, Wilderness First Aid instructor. Mastercard, Visa, AmEX, PayPal. | Regions 5 & 6 |
| ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN AND STREAM GUIDE SERVICE
Frasier, Jamie, Lic # 211 62 Hardscrabble Rd, Olmstedville , NY 12857 (518) 251-3762 E-mail: jamiefrasier@frontiernet.net Website: adirondackmountainandstream.com 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. | Region 5 |
| ADIRONDACK WILDERNESS GUIDE SERVICE
Kyle M. Lang, Lic. #6756 22 Crown Heights, Ticonderoga, NY 12883 518-503-5373 E-mail: adkwildernessguide@gmail.com Website: www.adkwildernessguide.com | Regions 5 |
| ALGONQUIN GUIDES LTD.
Roy L. Earley, Jr., Lic. #0147 606 Charles St., Scotia, NY 12302 518-372-7485 E-mail: 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. | Regions 4 & 5 |
| ANNE TWILLEY'S GUIDE SERVICE Anne Twilley, Lic. #3463 651 Duanesburg Rd., Schenectady NY 12306-1016 518-355-8232 E-mail: 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. | Regions 3 Thru 6 |
|
BLACK DOME MTN GUIDE Joseph A. D'Acunto, Lic #4131 P.O. Box 71, East Jewett, NY 12424 518-589-9159 E-mail: Dlocca-Victor@rapportmeyers.com Guide Service for hunting, hunting on horseback, hiking, winter and summer camping, snowshoeing. | Regions 4 & 5 |
|
CANOGA CREEK OUTFITTERS
Keith G Tidball, Lic #6985 3208 State Rt 89 Seneca Falls, NY 315 568 9710 E-mail: info@canogafarms.com Website: http://canogafarms.com/sportsafield 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. | Regions 4, 6 thru 8 |
|
CATCHING FISH GUIDE SERVICE Robert Piehler, Lic #6744 14 Eberle Rd., Latham, NY 12110 518-727-4110 E-mail: rpiehler@nycap.rr.com Guided trips on NYS world famous Salmon River, and other freshwater adventures. Stay and Fish packages available. Year round fishing for all levels; kids and novices welcome. Walk in access to upper and lower fly zones. Other activities available are ATV, snowmobiling, hunting, hiking and more. |
Region 6 |
|
CATSKILL COUNTRY WALKS AND MIKE'S TRAIL HIKES Michael S Drillinger, Lic# 6778 PO Box 1309, Woodstock, NY 12498 914-482-5771 Email: michael@catskillcountrywalks.com Catskill Country Walks guides in all seasons to bring you close to nature and connect you to the wild places of New York. Experience the natural world and have the opportunity to learn some history and ecology of the places you visit. | Regions 3 & 4 |
|
CHRISTOPHER K. PLATT Platt, Christopher K., Lic #7339 582 Hong Hong Rd Pulaski , NY 13142 315-298-7861 E-mail: platt8467@yahoo.com |
Regions 6 & 7 |
|
D.C. OUTDOOR ADVENTURES, INC.
Capt. Dennis Caracciolo, Lic. #2104 P.O. Box 26, Shelden, NY 1178Regions 4 & (631) 846-4084/Cell (631) 786-7871 E-mail: huntfish@optonline.net Web site: 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. | Regions 1, 3 Thru 5 |
| DESTINATION BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURES
David DiCerbo, Lic #6305 557 6th Ave #3R Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 (718) 208-9878 Website: www.destinationbackcountryadventures.com E-mail: dave@destinationbackcountryadventures.com Our adventures will get you back on speaking terms with Mother Nature! Backpacking, fishing, outdoor photography and more. Adventures for all skill levels. | Region 1 Thru 5 |
| DYNAMIC SPORT ADVENTURES
Frederick D. Mccagg, Lic. #7045 403 Central Nassau Rd, East Nassau, NY 12062 518-766-3177 E-mail: info@dynamicsportadventures.com Web site: dynamicsportadventures.com Year round guided activities in the Adirondack, Catskills, Capital Region and surrounding areas. Hiking, Backpacking and Camping. Winter Snowshoe hikes, backpack and camping. Adventure planning, Wilderness education, Map and Compass training. Outings for Scouts, Schools and Clubs. Promoting outdoor education and getting children outdoors! | Regions 4 & 5 |
| EASTERN OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES
Moran, Edward, LIC # 7568 51 Neil Drive Smithtown N.Y. 11787 Phone: (631) 724-4540 E-mail: ed@easternoutdoorexperiences.com Web site: www.easternoutdoorexperiences.com Experienced guides dedicated to providing back country and front country experiences with an emphasis on safety, camaraderie, education and fun. Hiking, camping, outdoor education and other programs for individuals, groups and corporate team building. | Regions 1, 3 thru 5 |
|
EASTERN VIEW OUTFITTERS
Matthew Fuentes, Lic #7463 19 Clearview Place, Binghamton, NY 13901 Phone (607) 427-7754 E-mail: oldmanfuentes@gmail.com Website: Facebook For snowshoeing peaks, experiencing mountain sunrises/sunsets, and backpacking, Northwoods Guiding and Photography is for you! | Regions 4 thru 7 |
| ENVISION OUTDOORS
Butler, Jeff, Lic # 7124 470 Clay Pitts Rd., East Northport, NY 11731 (314) 303-1254 E-mail: Jeff@envisionoutdoors.com Website: envisionoutdoors.com Envision Outdoors is a professional outdoor guide service focused on providing the best in outdoor education and experiences, so that our clients may enjoy the outdoors in safety and confidence. With over 20 years of teaching and outdoor experience, let Envision Outdoors help you explore, learn and reach your goals. | Regions 1 Thru 3 |
|
FASSETT, DEAN
Dean Fassett, Lic #6614
141 Juniper Dr, Ballston Spa NY 12020 518-885-5461 E-mail: dfassett@verizon.net | Regions 5 & 8 |
| FREESTONE EXPEDITIONS
Wilson, Gregory, Lic # 7266 247 Cumberland St, Apt 5, Brooklyn, NY 11205 646-283-6283 Email:Greg@freestonexp.com Website:Freestonexp.com Freestone Expeditions launched its guide service operations in 2005 to help New Yorkers escape the city and discover unique and authentic outdoor experiences. Our guide service focuses on overnight backpacking trips that combine instruction in the traditions of Adirondack outdoormanship and Catskill fly fishing. | Regions 3 Thru 6 |
|
GRAY GHOST GUIDES & FLIES Patricia K. McGinnis, Lic # 4302 178 Penn York Rd, Starlight, PA 18461 (607) 637-3474 E-mail: pkmcg@hancock.net | Regions 4 & 7 |
| GUIDE-U William "Bill" S. Ulinski, Lic #4356 P.O. Box 217, Rainbow Lake, NY 12976 Phone: (518) 327-9348 Unique back country day trips by foot, paddle or snowshoe. Learn about the history and wildlife as we enjoy the views | Region 5 |
|
HUDSON VALLEY DAY HIKING COMPANY
Gary Natalie, Lic # 7157 8 Country Gable Circle Rochester, NY 14606 585-507-6768 All-season day hiking trips in the Catskills, Shawangunk Ridge and the Hudson Highlands. Daypacks and trail lunch/snacks provided. Trips designed for all abilities. Specializing in small groups and families. Learn about the mid-Hudson Valley natural history as well as techniques to improve your hiking experience and lessen your impact on the environment. | Region 3 |
| J & L GUIDE SERVICE
Joeseph L Cipp Jr, lic # 3384 185 Beaver Dam Rd Brookhaven , NY 11719 Region 1 631-803-2315 Region 4 607-832-4872 | Region 4 |
| LANDIS, NORM
Norm Landis, Lic. #0958 708 Healy Ave., Rome, NY 13440-5431 315-336-3798 Outdoor skills workshops. Day, overnight trips primarily for non-profit groups. | Regions 5 & 6 |
| LEE, ELIZABETH
Lic# 5047 53 Champlain Ave, Westport, NY 12993 (518) 962-4756 Email: lakeside5047@gmail.com Website: www.insidethemap.com Hiking, Skiing, Paddling. ADK Eastern region and Champlain Valley. All seasons. Childeren and Families welcome. | Region 5 |
| LESSER WILDERNESS HUNTING & ANGLING
Burback, Garrett, lic#. # 7557 163 Canning Factory Rd, Pulaski, NY 13142 315-886-9399 Email:garrettburback@yahoo.com Website:lesserwilderness.com | Region 6 & 7 |
| MCSHANE, KRIS
Kris McShane, Lic # 7529 59 Kelsey Lane, Kerhonkson, NY 12446 (401) 258-2220 E-mail: krismcshane@hotmail.com Website:Facebook 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. | Regions 3 & 4 |
|
NEWCOMB GUIDE SERVICE & CLOUDSPLITTER OUTFITTERS
Olbert, David Lic. # 1735 5302 State Route 28 North, Newcomb, NY 12852 Phone/Fax: (518) 582-2583 E-mail:cloudsplitter28n@yahoo.com Website:cloudsplitteroutfitters.com Newcomb Guide Service offers camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, flat and moving water kayaking - canoeing, and back-country skiing or snowshoeing. NGS will also offer transportation for these activities as well as to and from bus stations, railroad stations, and airports. NGS will rent select equipment. | Region 5 |
|
NEELEY, JOHN J. Lic. #3366 PO Box 2321, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 518-899-7355 E-mail: Jeep3366@aol.com Outdoor trips, hikes, camping. Outdoor instruction, wilderness/survival skills. Day/Extended overnight trips custom tailored for your needs. Individual groups, youths and families. Team building trips. | Regions 4 & 5 |
|
NORTHEAST ADVENTURE - OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Bresett, Christopher Lic # 6650 27 Beach Street, Keeseville NY 12944 (518) 335-8077 E-mail: myadventure37@gmail.com Website: Facebook Northeast Adventures is an outdoor education and leadership service to help you become confident and proficient in a wilderness setting. We guide rock, ice, caving, hiking and kayak adventures – teaching your desired spectrum of navigation and survival along the way! Fully NYS licensed; AMGA, NOLS, WFR, BCU Certified. |
Regions 3 thru 6 |
|
OLD SOULS
Caroll, James, Lic # 6700 63 Main Street, Cold Spring, N.Y. 10516 845-809-5886 Email:james@oldsouls.com Website:www.oldsouls.com OLD SOULS fly fishing outings are the perfect way to introduce yourself to fly fishing, or to hone your skills with one of our experienced NYS licensed guides. We are happy to provide all the gear needed , and we are here to answer any questions about your day on the water. | Regions 3 & 4 |
|
OLEH'S CATSKILL GUIDE SERVICE
Oleh Czmola, Lic # 6249 P.O. Box 111, Lexington, N.Y. 12452 (518) 989-6310, Cell: 917 658-6746 E-mail: olehoutdoors@gmail.com Website: www.olehoutdoors.com Fly fishing and instruction as you walk and wade the beautiful streams and reservoirs of the Catskill Mountains. Light tackle fishing is also available. Join us for some Hiking and snowshoeing in the Catskill high peak region. Photographers are very welcome. | Regions 1 and 3 & 4 |
| PEPACTON GUIDE SERVICE
Jack A. Rosa Lic. #6947 P.O. Box 42, Arkville, NY 12406 607-267-0469 E-mail: jack@pepactonguideservice.com Website: pepactonguideservice.com Licensed guide: Catskill Mountains Hunting - Big Game - Firearms and Bow - Small Game, Coyote, Turkey. Fishing - Trout, Bass - Pepacton Reservoir and Streams. Hiking and Camping in Catskill Park. Skilled in the use of Boats and Canoes. Trained in CPR, First Aid, and Water Safety | Regions 3 & 4 |
|
RICHARD PREIS LIC. # 7581
Preis, Richard, LIC. # 7581 165 elm st. Lake Placid, NY 12946 Home Phone: (518) 523-1341 Cell Phone: (860) 983-5071 E-mail: rpreis1@hotmail.com Guided trips for fishing, hiking, winter ice fishing and ski/snowshoe excursions. Enjoy fishing on Adk. lakes, ponds, and rivers for bass, pike, and walleye. You'll love our ice fishing trips! Gear and comforts provided | Regions 5 & 6 |
|
ROXBURY OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Allen R Hinkley, lic # 6293 P.O. Box 265, Roxbury NY 12474 607-326-4293 E-mail: ahinkley@catskill.net Website www.roxburyoutdooradventures.com | Region 4 |
|
SNOW WALKER OUTDOORS & GUIDE SERVICE, LLC
Manning, Brian LIC. # 7606 P.O. Box 34, Westtown , NY 10998 Phone: (845) 742-0303 E-mail:snowalkr1@yahoo.com Website: snowwalkeroutdoors.weebly.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 available. Some gear provided upon request. | Region 3 |
|
TAHAWUS GUIDE SERVICE LTD. Joseph Hackett, Lic. #0127 P.O. Box 424, Lake Placid, NY 12946 518-891-4334 E-mail: tahawus@northnet.org Websites: www.adirondackguides.com and www.adirondacksonlocation.com Specializing fly fishing remote ponds for brook trout in traditional Adirondack guideboats. Father/son trips, unique corporate/executive retreats. Two 1920's wooden 12-passenger antique war canoes. | Regions 5 & 6 |
| TECHVALLEYTREKKER
Gene Reilly, Lic #3755 20 Marinello Terrace Apt 1 Albany, NY 12209 518-281-7796 Email: techvalleytrekker@yahoo.com Local outings in Tech Valley, introducing prospective employees/ new arrivals to available quality of life. Waterfalls, slides, universal access for individuals with disabilities, restorative recreation, backpacking, XC&BC skiing, snowshoeing, kayaking/paddling. Hiking Adirondacks High Peaks since 1981, 46'er #3346. Several years teaching classes on hiking, and map/compass use. | Regions 4 Thru 6 |
| TROUTTOWN ADVENTURES AND GUIDE SERVICES
Philip Eggleton, Lic #6379 P.O. Box 402 Roscoe, NY 12776 (845) 665-9521 Email: ttags2@gmail.com Website: www.trouttownadventuresandguideservice.com A family owned business created by a father and son team. Located in beautiful Roscoe, New York. Trout Town U.S.A. | Regions 3 & 4 |
|
UPSTATE ADVENTURE GUIDES
Marra , Alex B LIC # 6708 56 Schildknecht Road Hurley N.Y. 12443 845-389-9406 E-mail:Alexbmarra@upstateadventureguides.com Website: www.upstateadventureguides.com Upstate Adventure Guides offers a variety of hiking, paddling, camping, and educational programs. We work with groups of sizes, and abilities, to help bring people closer to their natural world. Contact us so we can help you create a unique and memorable experience. | Region 1 Thru 9 |
|
WAYFARERS GUIDE & GEAR
Lorraine A. Thering, Lic. #6952 4873 N. Millgrove , Akron, NY 14001 716-481-0311 E-mail: rainornot@gmail.com | Regions 8 & 9 |
| WHITE DOG TRAIL CO.
John Wainwright, Lic. #0817 (315) 894-5834 13 Hillside Place, Ilion, NY 13357 Web site: www.adirondack-adventures.com John Wainwright Email: jwainwrightf@aol.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. | Regions 5 & 6 |
| WHITE DOG TRAIL CO.
Bryan S. Spinner, Lic. #6359 (518) 727-2992 28 Hendrik Hudson Way Clifton Park, NY 12065 a Web site: www.adirondack-adventures.com Bryan Spinner Email: bryan_spinner@yahoo.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. | Regions 5 & 6 |
| WHITE DOG TRAIL CO.
Jeff Whittemore, Lic. #0185 (315) 868-7054 53 Elm St. Dolgeville, NY 13329 Web site: www.adirondack-adventures.com Jeff Whittemore Email: whitt0185@yahoo.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. | Regions 5 & 6 |
| ZERO LIMIT ADVENTURES
Michael D. Derosa, Lic #6230 591 Bending Bough Dr Webster, NY 14580 585-766-2421 E-mail: mderosa@zerolimitadventures.com Website: www.zerolimitadventures.com As Central and Western New York's full service fly fishing outfitter, we create lifelong memories guiding guests for trophy trout, bass, steelhead and salmon on the Lake Ontario and Erie tributaries, including the Douglaston Salmon Run on the Salmon River. Exclusive guided access for trophy largemouth bass on the fly. | Regions 6 Thru 8 |
