Workshops And Lessons With Adirondack Mountain & Stream

Guided Outdoor Education with Adirondack Mountain & Stream

At Adirondack Mountain & Stream Guide Service, we believe the outdoors should be accessible, educational, and enjoyable for everyone. Our private lessons and instructional programs are designed to teach practical outdoor skills — whether you’re casting a fishing rod for the first time, learning to hunt ethically, building confidence in the backcountry, or simply wanting to better understand the Adirondack landscape.

From fishing and hunting instruction to camping, paddling, and wilderness skills, our guides offer hands-on, personalized lessons built around your experience level and goals.

Fishing Instruction

• Fly fishing fundamentals

• Spin fishing and bait fishing

• Ice fishing techniques

• Lake, river, and stream fishing

• Knot tying and rigging

• Reading water and structure

• Seasonal fish behavior

• Fish handling and conservation

Hunting Instruction

• Small game hunting techniques

• Big game fundamentals

• Tracking and sign identification

• Still-hunting and stand hunting strategy

• Firearm safety and handling

• Ethical shot placement

• Field dressing and meat care

• Navigation and terrain awareness

Camping & Backcountry Skills

• Tent and shelter setup

• Cold-weather camping

• Camp cooking and meal planning

• Fire starting methods

• Camp organization and efficiency

• Leave No Trace principles

• Gear selection and packing

• Trip planning and safety

Outdoor Skills & Woodsmanship

• Map and compass navigation

• GPS and electronic navigation

• Wilderness first aid fundamentals

• Weather awareness

• Knots and rope systems

• Axe, saw, and camp tool safety

• Tracking wildlife sign

• Reading terrain and habitat

Paddling & Travel Skills

• Canoe and kayak instruction

• Paddle strokes and efficiency

• Boat control and safety

• Trip planning and route selection

• Portaging techniques

• Wilderness water travel safety