Spaulding Lake Outfitters - Testimonials

Greg koehler

First season moose hunt - Oxbow maine hunt was zone 2

Our guide he had scouted the area really well every spot he took us to had really good sign but the moose were not there he would call a few times but no response until Friday evening when we set up on a narrow path and he grunted once and here he came grunting crashing through the brush he almost came out in our laps but he turned and went done about 60 yards and came out and up towards us he was about 40 yards away when Scott finally told me to shoot he is 53 1/2 inches and weighed 812 pounds would I do it over again yes but I waited 24 years for this tag it was a hunt I'll never forget. The accommodations were good the food excellent all the guides were excellent the camp went 3 for 3 on bulls

Tony Rosso

2024 Bull Moose - Harmony Pa

WOW WOW WOW I could honestly write a book on how impressed I am! From day one of booking my moose hunt I felt like part of the “family”….every email/phone call/text was answered promptly and I never felt like I was being a PITA to any of the staff. Within 1 month of my booking I was given the name and contact information of my guide Ryan, and from that day till we actually met in person Ryan was awesome….he kept me informed on all his scouting results and answered all my questions (even the dumb ones) he sent me trailcam pictures to help with the excitement of opening day. I arrived at camp the Friday before opening day and spent 2 days with Ryan scouting and getting to know each other, he really takes the time to get to know his client. The camp (if that’s what you want to call it) is, in my opinion, a 5 star resort. Chuck & Lisa are incredible hosts and make you feel at home from the minute you meet them. Again, 5 star across the board…food, accommodations, atmosphere, hell even the hounds are 5 star. Like I said at the beginning, I could write a book on this place. Now for the “goodies”. I have been dreaming about a big bull moose for 20+ years and YES my dream came true!!!! Ryan “Moose Whisperer” definitely lived up to his name. We spent most of the day moving from spot to spot to find a love crazy bull and we found him with 24 minutes left in legal shooting light. Ryan was able to put his expert calling to work and drew my bull out of the heavy woods and I was able to fulfill my dream, my bull was 51 inches wide and dressed out at 821 pounds….and the celebration began!!!!! Unfortunately we had to cut the trip short do to an emergency at home, and again the entire staff stepped up and got everything put together for an early departure, can’t say enough about everyone…staff, guides, butcher, taxidermist. I booked a hound bear hunt for 2025 while I was there and can’t wait to get back and see everyone again!!! If you would have any doubts booking a hunt with them, DONT, it’s worth every penny you will spend. Ryan, I can’t thank you enough for fulfilling my dream! I can only hope we remain friends for a long time. One last thing, you better like AC/DC, you’ll find out when you get there.

David Cox

Bear 2024 - Bidwell, Oh

First time bear hunting and really had a good time. Met some awesome people and some good cooking

George Lindenberger

Bear hunt 2024

What a great experience bear hunting at Umcolcus sporting camp The Lodge and cabins were clean very comfortable, and everyone made you feel right at home. The guides definitely do their homework and are extremely knowledgeable and professional and friendly. All the home cooked meals were great! I would highly recommend Umcolcus Sporting camp!! I will be booking my next bear hunt soon. Thank you Umcolcus Sporting camp for such an amazing week. 

William Presby

Fall 2023

We arrived at the camp on Sunday afternoon. We were checked into our cabin by Adam the lodge manager and Lisa the cook. They were both very friendly and accommodating. After settling into our cabin which was very comfortable, we met at the lodge for supper (steak, potatoes, brussels sprouts in a cream sauce, salad and dessert). After dinner we went over basic safety rules and expectations for the hunt. Monday morning came and we got started early. We hunted for 12.5 hours without seeing a moose. We got back to the lodge around 6:45 with dinner waiting. We had ham, mac and cheese, vegetable medley, salad and dessert. It was excellent! Tuesday morning, we got up and had breakfast strategized again and headed out with Jeff. We saw one moose in the morning in a swampy area about 100-150 yards off. She saw us before we saw her and took off running, no shot. We did not see another Moose the rest of the day. 12 plus hours even though there was sign everywhere we went. We got back to the lodge and had roast beef, mashed potatoes, noodles and mushroom cream sauce, salad and dessert. Another fabulous meal! Wednesday was a cool brisk morning and Ryan our second guide had a plan to hunt a new area. Irving paper land off of the grand lake rd. That morning we saw 3 Bull Moose together at a crest of a hill perfectly silhouetted against the skyline. Later that morning we saw 2 cows trotting across a clear cut, up a ridge to the tree line before Ryan got them to stop with a Moose grunt. I put my scope on the lead cow but before I could pull the trigger, she moved into the tree line. Opportunity lost! That night I was second guessing myself because of the delay in taking the shot by first confirming that it was a cow Moose. I needed 5 more seconds. The rest of the day we hunted hard but did not see another Moose. We arrived back at the lodge at 7:00pm, dinner was waiting, spaghetti, meatballs, sausage, salad and dessert. The meal was very satisfying after a long day of hunting. Next morning, we got up and breakfast Ryan decided to bring us back the same area Grand Lake Rd. It was a good decision because I spotted 2 Moose in a swamp 50 yards off of the road. I got out and after confirmation from Ryan that it was a cow Moose dropped it. I cannot thank Jeff, Adam, Ryan, Chuck, and Lisa enough for the great fellowship, conversations, hard work, dedication, and especially the cooking and food that we enjoyed while on this Moose hunt. I will be back! Bill Presby, Jon Presby, and Dennis Poisson.

Richard Pauley

Fall 2023 - Kearneysville, WV

Thanks Spaulding Lake Outfitters for a hunt of a lifetime and treating us like family!! Me, my brother, and brother-in-law went to Spaulding Lake for the 2023 Fall bear hunt with hounds. We all three got a bear and had an amazing time doing it! The guides and hounds' men made the hunt so fun and seemed just as excited or more for us and the opportunity to harvest a bear! The food was absolutely amazing!! Never had such great food in my life! We came as ordinary clients and left as friends with many great memories. I will definitely come back. If you're looking for a great place to hound hunt bear with great accommodations look no further than Spaulding Lake!

Steve and Brayden Batchelor

Fall/2023 - Maryland

Another great year. This is the second year we have been here. The staff of Spaulding Lake Outfitters does not disappoint. We managed two bears thanks to Ryan and Chuck (Bnl kennels) hope to be back next year.

Todd A Baker

sept 2023 - Spring grove pa

Hunted with Adam and all the guides had a great time running baits walking with Wyatt their spaniel. And the food was awesome couldn't do any better. And got a bear to boot can't wait for 2024 if I am still breathing. Thanx to all at Spaulding Lakes Outfitters top notch folks

Craig Rednour

Fall 2022 - Trenton, IL

This the second black bear hunting trip my son and I have taken, and was by far was the best! The facilities, food, and people were great. We were already discussing our next trip here on our way home! Thanks for the memories that will last a lifetime!

Darren Rottmann

Fall 2022 - Highland Illinois

First time bear hunting. Had the time of our lives. This was my son’s first hunting trip, and it will be a hard one to top. Chuck and Nate were our guides and were great. We showed up as clients, left as friends. Adam, Lisa, Chuck, and Nate…. Thank you!

Dave Prova

Fall 2022 - Southampton, Ma

I can’t say enough about my experience on my recent bear hunt with Spaulding Lake Outfitters. My guide Ryan along with Chuck and his dogs made my experience a hunt of a lifetime. I shot my bear on the second morning I was there. Chuck is relentless on finding bears with his hounds. Once they are on to one it was awesome to witness Chuck and Ryan’s communication with one another to put me in the position to take my bear. These guys are the real deal. Ok, now that my hunt was over I got to hang out and relax on the Spaulding Lake Outfitter property. What a wonderful place to chill. Adam and Lisa are wonderful hosts and I can’t say enough about Lisa’s cooking. No one will go hungry on their watch. Plan on gaining a few pounds when you stay with these folks. I highly recommend this Outfitter for their hunting knowledge and hospitality. I hope to return again sometime in the near future.

Steven Rice

Fall 2022 - Cincinnati, Ohio

We had a great time and successful bear hunt with the hounds at Spaulding Lake Outfitters. Adam and Lisa do a fantastic job managing the camp and lodge. Their hospitality will make you feel right at home. Lisa is a great cook! Chuck and his dogs were amazing to work with. Chuck is a true professional in what he does. His hounds were incredible to watch during the hunt. Casey was our guide and is tough as nails. We really enjoyed hunting with him and he had us laughing the whole time. We will be back!

Justen McMahan

Fall 2022 - Ashland, Ohio

Had an unbelievable time with Spaulding Lake Outfitters this week. First and most importantly , the people here are amazing. The guides bust their tails day after day to help you have a great hunt and the best opportunity to harvest an animal . Lisa's food is just like eating your moms cooking. I doubt there is another outfitter around that will feed you like this. I've always had an appreciation for hunting over hounds, and for me watching Chucks dogs work was the best part of the hunts. My buddy and I tagged out by Wednesday with 2 beautiful Black Bears. You'll leave this place feeling like you made several new friends. It's a hard place to leave but we will absolutely be back . Thanks again to Adam, Lisa ,Chuck, Casey and Nate for everything . Can't forget Honey and Wyatt as well !

Steve and Brayden Batchelor

Fall 2022 - Maryland

Had an awesome time and got to meet some awesome people. If you are looking for a place to get disconnected from the world Visit Spaulding Lake. They will not disappoint, starting with the awesome hospitality, Lisa's cooking, and the great Guides that are always working. Being able to Harvest a bear or whatever you are after is just a bonus. We will be back

Bill Swartz

2022 rifle bear - Ohio

A big thank you to Spaulding lake outfitters for making this a successful hunting trip. !! Took my employee an he got his bear second day over bait, I was hoping to shoot a bear but was mostly doin the hunt for my employee. We had just booked for baited hunts but the hound hunters had tagged out till second day so I got the chance to go with hounds for an additional fee which I did. Was definitely worth it!!! Would recommend this outfitter all the way. Great cabins an food was great. Thanks to Lisa the cook an the guides it was a vacation Florida couldn’t campare to. Hounds hunts are exciting. Was lucky enough to tag this 345 lb beast an would do it again.

Robert Carruthers

Fall 2022 - Lebanon, New Jersey

Had a great adventure with Spaulding Lake Outfitters. The hunt was certainly exciting, but more importantly you leave with a great collection of new friends and memories. The team is accommodating, super friendly, knowledgeable, and goes out of their way to make the trip just a great time. Greatttt food everyday, and accommodations are just enough to feel detached, yet have everything you need to feel relaxed and at home. Id love to say this was a once in a lifetime trip, but I will definitely be going back!

Joe Harrington

Fall 2022 - Rhode Island

4th year back to Spaulding Lake and once again it was like coming home to family. Where to begin is the challenge here. First the home cook meals by Lisa that rival my mothers cooking, the hospitality from the staff that makes you comfortable day 1. Then there’s the hunting, by time I got there the guides had been working the hunt sites for weeks, figuring out the best opportunities for the hunter’s. This year I got Chuck and for the second year in a row I got my bear, a monster of a bear. I’ve been hunting Spaulding Lake for 4 years and should have had 3 bears but blew my shot one year, that’s hunting. The hunter experience always comes first here and I love the staff and accommodations. Adam and his guides work hard to give everyone an opportunity at a bear, the hunters during my stay either saw or took a bear, all but two I think saw bear. I will be back next year and hopefully Chuck and I can continue our streak, but if not I know I will enjoy myself because they always make certain they do everything in their control to make sure I do. Thanks to the Team at Spaulding, if you’ve never experienced black bear hunting you must go here, and if you have experienced black bear hunting you should go to Spaulding to see what you missed. Joe Harrington Rhode Island

Justin Davidson

Fall 2022 - Texas

My long-time travel buddy and his son went on a fall Black bear hunt with the Spaulding Lake Outfitters in Sept of 2022. The lodge is amazing, being off the grid makes this place ideal to get away from the hustle of life and be away from emails and cell phone service until you want to- the main lodge has Wi-Fi, cell service and satellite tv so you can get connected on your terms. The cabins are clean, and very comfortable, and for the most part you are with your group and can keep to yourself if you want to. The entire facility is located in the middle of the North Maine timber lands alongside a creek with fishing and kayaking available. As far as the food goes, just be prepared to gain some weight. The cook is the hardest working person in the place, she is the first one up and the last one to bed most nights, and the food is always good. My only complaint was that we missed the LOBSTA!! but Lisa did a good job of making up for it. As far as the BEAR hunting and the guides-Top Notch-Listen to what they say on Sunday during the orientation, Take scent control serious and you will most likely be successful. But it is hunting- no guarantees. there were two bears killed out of the three hunters in mu group, I shot mine with a Mathews bow 16 yds, Talk about an adrenaline rush. Being a first time Bear hunter, I was not expecting the RUSH- if you had buck fever when you were a kid shooting your first deer, try multiplying that by a thousand when it comes to Bear fever. I will tell you tho, my bear was huge when i shot it, had to of been three hundred pounds, but then there is something about the gravitational pull, and the full moon in Maine that it ended up having ground shrinkage and lost quite a bit of weight. Big shout out to Jeff and all the guides and staff. I will be back, and next time I'm bringing LOBSTA! Update- I cooked my son some bear the Monday we got back, I chicken Fried some of the backstrap-Better than any venison I have ever had.

Pasquale Buono

Fall 2022 - Parlin, NJ

Just getting back from a week with the Spaulding Lake outfit, I feel obligated to write a review because Adam and the staff were THAT good! In full disclosure, I'm a corporate recruiter and hiring/interviewing is what I do for a living - well, Adam is the quintessential leader and manager! And the rest of the staff follows suit! From his very first greeting, Adam makes you feel welcomed and comfortable and well taken care of. We've had the pleasure of being assigned to Nate as our guide and you would never be able to tell how young he is because his experience and knowledge far exceeds his age! Just an all around awesome dude. We truly enjoyed the banter & humor with him as we drove to the beautiful countryside to get to/from our bait sites. And then there was Casey...WOW. What a character! He is truly an entertainer as much as he is an experienced guide. Chuck and his hounds are another depiction of professional guiding. And finally, I had the privilege of working with Ryan the day of my harvest (a beautiful 300+ lb bear that exceeded all my hopes and expectations!) - I've never been in the military but I would imagine that he is the kind of "soldier" you would want next to you in the trenches when things get hectic...and oh boy did they! But it was a controlled chaos and Ryan was this maestro of this well coordinated orchestra. I was in such admiration of his skills that I was watching him as he was directing the rest of the crew (during the treeing of my bear) and it was truly invigorating to see such focus and determination in his eyes. Like I said, all of these guys are passionate hunters first, guides second. And any hunter who gets to experience this, is truly lucky. Now, let's spend a couple of words on Lisa...the "mama bear" and chef (notice, I didn't say "cook"??) of the operation. If you come here for a week and you don't gain at least 5 lbs then you obviously didn't eat Lisa's cooking! I mean, A-MAZING! From her chicken potpie to her roast to her lemon pies to her breakfast biscuits, etc. This lady knows how to cook! And it's all made in her kitchen! The only point I will take away from her is that she, coming from Boston originally (I think), calls the red stuff you put on spaghetti, gravy. WHAT?!?! ...I could feel all my Italian ancestors turning over in their graves, riddled with confusion, when they heard someone who cooks so beautifully and passionately and amazingly, call sauce gravy!! ;) But it's ok, if she cooks like this the next time I go up to visit Spaulding Lake, she can call it whatever she wants! :) In closing, I had the most amazing week with this outfit and it wasn't because of the hunting nor the accommodations nor the beautiful northern Maine landscape - it was because of this staff. Period. Keep up the great work, Adam & crew, and I hope to visit you all again soon!

Tom Boido

Fall 2021 - Southampton, MA

What a time. Nice accommodations, staff, and guests. The guides are great, they go out of there way so you can have a successful hunt. The food is also great, gained 10lbs, in seven days!

Aaron M Thompson

Fall Bear Hunt w/hounds 2021 - Ford City PA

Absolutely one of the best weeks of my life!!! Being a houndsmen myself this hunt was right up my alley... We ran bears everyday and on the fourth day we finally got one to cooperate and tree... Top notch people who make you feel like family... Great food, great accomodations, outstanding scenery, and unbelievable hunting... Several bird hunters were in camp with us the week of my bear hunt whom also had great success... My wife and I couldn't of asked for a better experience!!!

Richard Tuite

2020 - Kingston,N.H.

Did a bear hunt over bait. The baits were well placed and very active. The guides were very knowledgeable and helpful and the food was over the top 5 star

Mark Enie

2014-2021 - 82 Pokorny RD Higganum, Ct.

I've been hunting and fishing with Jeff and his crew at Spaulding Lake and Umcolcus Sporting Camps for years. They are the best, most down to earth yet professional outfit that I have dealt with in many years. That is why I keep going back again and again. The food is great. The cabins are well appointed, comfortable and cozy. The lodge is beautiful and there are always homemade cookies and fresh coffee for those of us who are snackers. In 2018 I shot the largest bear of my my life; an exciting and great experience. The trout fishing is always top notch as is the partridge hunting. (If only I shot better!) I highly recommend that you give Jeff a visit, any time of year. You will find yourself pre-booking for the next season.

Tom Nowakowski

Fall 2020 - West Pittston, PA

My son and I had our first experience hunting in Maine for black bear during the first week of hounds. After arriving we were met by Jeff (the owner) and we were assigned our cabin. The cabin was clean, roomy, and had all the basic necessities that was needed. We unpacked and met two of the guides Bo and Chuck and went to the range to ensure our guns were sighted in. Then we headed back to the main lodge to meet other hunters, guides, and have a homemade meal cooked by Lisa. After dinner Jeff went over his expectations of the hunt, rules, polices, and procedures. Jeff is professional and runs a camp for serious hunters, his biggest emphasis was on safety and making our hunt a success. We had the opportunity to hunt with the hounds in the morning and then bait in the afternoon which turned out to be a full day starting at 4:00AM (hounds start at 4:00AM to 1:00PM and then on to the bait sights) and ending at dark! The guides Adam, Bo, Chuck, and Steve are truly dedicated, professional guides and after spending a week together we feel like they are our friends for life. Hunting with the hounds was a first in a lifetime experience. The hounds worked hand in hand with the handlers Chuck and Steve, it was amazing to watch the signals and interaction between the hounds and handlers. Hunting with the hounds is very physical and demanding. The hounds put their lives on the line every day and when the hounds finally get to a bear you may have to hike miles deep into the woods and not necessarily on a logging road. If you choose to hunt with the hounds it is a true adrenaline rush that goes from 0 to 100 in seconds. We were both successful days apart and we will be back! We would like to thank Jeff, Adam, Bo, Chuck, Steve, and Lisa for an experience of a life time. Lisa’s cooking all day was another highlight of the hunt. Her homemade breakfast, lunch, and dinners, along with baked desserts kept you fueled for the hunt. My favorite of all her pies was the blueberry.

Alex Lawn

Fall 2020 Cow Moose Hunt - Hampton, NH

When I was selected for the 2020 Maine moose hunt I picked Spaulding Lake as an outfitter. The lodge, food and accommodations at Umcolcus were wonderful. All the guides were knowledgeable and friendly and all worked together so that all the clients had success. I highly recommend them for your next hunt.

Jack McInerny

Fall 2020 - Oxbow, Maine

2020 Fall Cow Moose Hunt We can't thank Jeff and his team enough for a memorable hunt. We knew going in that the cow moose hunt could be a challenge, can't really call them and they tend to be spread out. It took a lot of scouting by their team before we arrived to create the opportunities we got for a shot. Food was fantastic (and plenty of it), guides were skilled and insightful every step of the way. Special consideration was given to my 86 year old dad with limited mobility. Priceless memories and a freezer full of meat.

Joe Harrington

Fall 2019, 2020 - West Greenwich, RI

I have hunted bear the last 2 seasons with Jeff and his team. Where it’s always hunting and you can never be assured of an opportunity to shoot, Jeff and his team go far and beyond to make sure you have a great experience. In 2019 the natural food sources were abundant and the bear not so accommodating to come in on the baits during hunt hours. You would see Jeff and his team going through camera shots and trying to figure out where to put the hunters to give them the shot at a bear. They frankly were more upset than those of us who were there. But all the time the team at Spaulding Outfitters made you feel like family, made sure you had everything you needed. Even running to town for some of the guys to grab beer and ice plus other things they needed or ran out of. The food is top shelf and you do not go hungry for a minute. This season with all the accommodations being as good as the previous year the bear decided to be more cooperative. I saw bear everyday but 2. Had my shot at a big bear and blew it, that’s on me. You would think that ruined my trip, it didn’t. I enjoyed my stay with Spaulding as much as any other hunt or vacation. I will be back again. Big thank you to Jeff, Steve and Lisa for once again making me feel at home and part of the Family. Joe Harrington Rhode Island

Jon Presby

Fall 2019 - Portland, ME

After being selected for a cow tag, in Zone 5, I spent a great deal of time looking for just the right place to take my father on our first moose hunt. I finally selected Spaulding Lake Outfitters after being impressed by Jeff's expertise and confidence during our brief phone call. Once we arrived at the camp I knew I had made the correct choice. There couldn't be a more perfect place to spend a week hunting in the north Maine woods during one of the most beautiful times of the year. After a long strategy session with Jeff on Sunday night my father and I were ready. Monday morning Jeff put us in a spot where he knew there would be a Cow. At 0700 Monday morning we saw our first cow in the exact spot Jeff told us the previous night. However, no shot could be made as she took off running as soon as she came into view. We had trouble locating moose the rest of the day but enjoyed the long ride through some of the best country in North America. Jeff was legitimately upset we didn't tag out on Monday morning. He was so confident of our success on the first day that he hadn't even bothered to check how late legal shooting time was. Tuesday morning Jeff took us back to the same spot where we saw two cows and a calf at 0710. Again, we were unable to get a shot. From there, Jeff took us down the logging road about half a mile where we saw yet another cow and that's where we tagged out, 0930 on Tuesday morning. Jeff had all the tools necessary and after a radio call to another guide and a brief wait, the manpower necessary to get the cow out of the woods. We were loaded up and headed to the tagging station by 11am. By 1pm the cow was dropped off at the butcher (which Jeff had already reserved) and we headed back to camp. The skill and expertise demonstrated during the week of the hunt from all of the guides Jeff employs is unmatched. They work tirelessly to ensure each hunter tags out. In fact, no guide leaves camp during the week until all parties tag out. The food was excellent, the company during the week was fantastic, the cabins provided an ideal setting for a memorable week of hunting and to top it off the butcher had our moose ready, and vacuum sealed in 24 hours. Thanks for taking such good care of us, Jeff! We will be back for some fishing!

Kim and Mike Moreau

Fall 2019 - Newburgh, ME

My husband and I were 'those hunters'. We were each drawn for a cow tag for the same zone (2) for the same week. We have entered the moose lottery for as long as we both remember and have never been drawn so this was the opportunity of a lifetime. However, many months prior to the drawing we booked a non-refundable family vacation to Florida. Our sheer joy at being chosen was soon overtaken with outright terror that we would truly only have 4 days to hunt due to our departure date for the family vacation (the last day of the hunt). We quickly realized that the only way this would be possible is by hiring guides, not one but two. One for each of us as the opportunity was equally important to us. My husband did a lot of research for outfitters in Zone 2. He quickly decided on Spaulding Lake Outfitters due to Jeff's understanding of our predicament, positive attitude, and his honesty with no promise of shooting 2 or even 1 moose. Of course life is busy for all of us so the hunt was on us before we even realized it. As we headed North to meet Jeff and his guides we were filled with excitement, nerves, and optimism. On arriving at Spaulding Lake Outfitters we were warmly greeted by Ernie and he told us where to find Jeff. We looked at each other and thought we might have taken a wrong turn as this was a bit of paradise hidden at the end of a long dirt road. Jeff was very welcoming and the main lodge was amazing. Immaculate was the first thing I noticed. We were quickly squared away with Jeff and got ourselves comfortable in our cabin. Our cabin was phenomenal!! The woodstove was already warm and I don't think the cabin could have been any cleaner. Even the globes on the gaslights shone and sparkled. We got unpacked and secretly congratulated each other on finding such a gem that would be our home for the next few days. We wandered up to the main lodge after a while and watched some football while the other hunters for the week filtered in. Abby welcomed us warmly and made us feel at home. She catered to us like we were cherished members of her family. We met our guides for the hunt and they took us to the range to shoot our guns. My husband used a 30-06 and I had a 270. They told us a bit of how the hunt would go and let us know that we would be taking two vehicles and hunting separately yet near each other. This would increase the odds for us. We were then treated to a supper that left us speechless and looking forward to the next meals. Prime rib grilled outside along with lobster, tossed salad, baked potato, rolls, and homemade blueberry pie with ice cream for dessert. What a feast. Needless to say we were stuffed after that. We made plans to meet Ryan and Steve at 0445 the next morning after breakfast. We would then head out to Zone 2. Mike had Ryan for a guide and I had Steve. On the drive to Zone 2 they let us know what they had been scouting and what they had hoped for with us. They took each of us to areas that they had seen heavy cow traffic in. Mike and Ryan saw a huge cow that very first morning but unfortunately she saw them and took off at full speed. We rode for 14 hours that first day and took in miles of scenery. Other than that initial cow we saw no moose. Ryan and Steve treated us with stories of past hunts and showed us how to easily spot moose sign. The first day was not successful but we were not discouraged. We were fed another outstanding supper that night and were exhausted as we went to bed and looking forward to 'tag out Tuesday'. Tuesday was similar to Monday. We traveled for over 14 hours, walked, looked at moose sign, and told stories of past hunts and hunters. While that day was a bust for moose Mike and I were enthralled with stories and were already discussing returning next fall to bear hunt with the dogs. Jeff runs a tight ship and we never once thought about not coming back. 'Tag em Tuesday' came and went and we were still not discouraged. We all even met up for lunch in the middle of nowhere so we could discuss our hunting plans. Day 3 we learned was 'whack em Wednesday'. Ryan told Mike that 90% of hunters who are successful are successful on the 3rd day. We went into Wednesday with as much enthusiasm as we had started with on Monday. We went to lots of 'moosey' looking areas and still weren't seeing anything. Steve and Ryan had radios so they could communicate with each other throughout the day. Suddenly we heard Ryan's excited announcement 'shots fired!'. Steve and I looked at each other and couldn't wait to hear if the shots were successful. For us it seemed like an eternity before Ryan told us Mike had downed his moose and gave us their location so we could meet up. Mike shot a cow moose at 170 yards! The shot of a lifetime. Mike and Ryan were so excited and I was happy for them but a little sad that I needed to keep riding to look for my opportunity. We left them there and told them to call us when they were ready to drag the moose out. We took off and continued to look for my moose. Not 50 minutes after Mike shot his moose Steve showed me my first moose of the week. I got out of the truck, loaded my gun, pulled up and fired. Steve shouted after I shot that I dropped her and gave me a high five. I was so excited!! While my shot was not nearly as long as Mike's it was a clean shot and my moose didn't go more than a few yards after that shot. We hiked in to her and Steve took the obligatory pics and then field dressed her. We put my tag on her and went back to Mike and Ryan as they had all of the rope. So shooting the moose is the easiest job. Hauling that beast out of the woods is the real job. Steve and Ryan used over 200 yards of rope, 2 pick up trucks, a chainsaw, a jiffy (jet) sled, multiple pulleys, and pure brute strength to retrieve our moose. We got Mike's into Ryan's truck and mine into Steve's to go get tagged, weighed, and then to the processor. Needless to say our week was a success. We presented Jeff with an almost unworkable puzzle and he gave us the best guides and the optimism that this was doable. He treated us kindly and fairly and we can't wait to go back. We think that Ryan and Steve are top notch and look forward to hunting with them again. In fact, we may meet up this summer as our camp turned out to be in close proximity to theirs and Ryan actually lives less than 5 minutes from our home. This husband and wife tag out team highly recommend Jeff Fay and Spaulding Lake Outfitters.

Aaron Parker

September 2019 - Shapleigh, ME

This was my second-year hunting moose with Spaulding Lake Outfitters. The scouting and the knowledge of the area was key in our success each year. As a father nothing was better than a week in the north Maine woods with my daughter and son. Thanks again to all the wonderful people at Spaulding Lake Outfitters for two fantastic hunts.

stephen bishop

Oct. / 2019 - N.C.

Spaulding Lake Outfitters is off the charts for an outdoor adventure . We hunted bull moose in zone 6 . Our guide Steve is Awesome . He worked very hard . Is very knowledgeable and we clicked right off with our personalities . My goal was to get some moose meat and any size rack would be a bonus . We got some meat on Thurs. just before terrible weather set in . The whole adventure is what makes memories not the rack size . Spaulding Lake Outfitter's crew ( Jeff, Abby, Steve, Ryan and Don )made us a memory and will do their best to make you one . Hats off to Steve ( our guide ) , Ryan , Jeff and Abby . Thanks Stephen Bishop

Amos A. Adams

August 2019 - Chesapeake, VA

I had yet another absolutely wonderful hunt with Spaulding Lake Outfitters, hunting black bear in August of 2019. This year in Maine is on record as being one of the hardest bait hunting years in a decade due to the amount of food being naturally provided. Even with that being a fact I saw shooter bears multiple nights before tagging out with a very nice bear. I am confident if you do your part maintaining scent control and minimizing movement while on stand you will see bear. Jeff and his team of professionals have done the hard work to ensure your success long before you show up to hunt. The camp atmosphere, relationships between guests, quality of food and cleanliness are top notch. Do not hesitate to book a hunt with Jeff I’m sure you will be happy with your decision.

Simon Schulte

Fall 2019 - Germany

Hunting bear with hounds at Spaulding Lake Outfitters was simply great! Everyone was working very hard to make this hunt a memory that will surely last. Chuck, Steven and Jeff did a great job! And so did the dogs. I was able to harvest a really good bear after a long chase. Last but not least I want to mention the very pleasant accommodation and dining. My brother and I will come back.

Allan Focht

Fall bear hunt with hounds - Louisville, Ohio

After arriving Sunday and meeting Jeff and the guides and settled in our cabin we want to the shooting range to make sure the guns were on target. Then we headed back to the main lodge for an awesome dinner of main lobster and steak. After some TV and getting to know everyone we retired for the night in our cabin for some rest before hunting the next day. 4am up and had some breakfast and grab a sack lunch and some hounds and we headed out to check baits. We got after some bears Monday and Tuesday but even though the hounds worked hard we couldn't Cath up to the bears those days. Even so we great food and conservation both nights. Wednesday was a new day. After a 16 miles chase my hunting partner sealed the deal on a nice bear. Thursday it was my turn and after an 8 Mile chase I sealed the deal on a nice bear with a beautiful white v on it's chest. Jeff has a top notch operation. Great guides and top notch hounds. We will be returning at some point. If your looking for a bear hunt with hounds give Jeff a call he and his staff will work hard to make your experience a great one.

Jason Goetz

Fall 2019 - Ohio

I’ve hunted all my life in different states and Canada for whitetail, mule deer, pronghorn, caribou, etc. and hunting bear with Jeff and his hounds and staff was the most exciting hunt I’ve ever been a part of. I arrived at the lodge with my uncle on a Sunday and we were greeted by Stevie the guide. Jeff arrived shortly after and he makes you feel welcomed and relaxed. We spent the rest of the day getting settled into our cabin and relaxing in the lodge with the other hunters before a steak and lobster dinner. The cabin was clean as was the shower house. Monday morning we ate breakfast at 5 A.M. then loaded up and started checking bait. We were lucky enough to be guided by Jeff the owner. We didn’t find a bear that we wanted to pursue Monday. That night we watched playoff baseball after an excellent dinner. Tuesday was more of the same, checking bait sites and cameras looking for a good bear. Wednesday morning we found a good bear and turned George loose and it didn’t take him long to pick up the track. This is when things got exciting. Listening to George work in the distance and watching him on the gps gets your heart rate going. He chased that bear for over 15 miles before we were able to catch up to him crossing the road and that’s when Jeff dumped the rest of the dogs. 700 yards later it was game over for the bear. The dogs had him treed and I was able to make a good clean shot. On Thursday we found a good bear with a white V on his chest and again turned George loose with Lady and Sally. It didn’t take long and they caught up with the bear and Jeff turns the rest of the pups loose. It wasn’t long and they had the bear treed. My uncle was able to make a killing shot and just like that we were 2 for 2. I’d like to add that George absolutely hates bears and will not quit until the bear is down. Jeff runs a top notch outfit and Stevie and Chuck are true professionals and make you feel like you’ve been friends for years. Abby makes you feel like you’re at home in the lodge. We will definitely be back for another bear hunt with Spaulding Lake Outfitters.

Lukas Schulte

Fall 2019 - Bornheim, Germany

Me and my twin brother came from across the big pond and spent one week at Jeff`s place. We went out for hound hunting bears everyday in the early mornings. Both of us can`t say enough good things about our stay. Starting with nice and cosy cabins, hearty homemade meals, the friendly and family-like atmosphere, to the hard work the guides Steven, Chuck and Jeff put in, and finally to the great hunting of both packs of hounds, everything was more than we expected it to be. We could even hunt some partridges everyday, wandering through the spectacular colorful woods. We will be back as soon as possible, and look forward to the day we hunt the large Maine woods again. Thank you very much, we had a hunt to remember!

Daniel Hogan

Fall bear hunt with hounds - Lititz, PA

Absolutely amazing!! Jeff, Ernie, Stevie, and Chuck did such an outstanding job putting me on an incredible bear the first day. After missing my first shot, these men persisted along with the hounds for 10 hours and allowed me to get a second shot that sealed the deal on a bear of a lifetime for me!! The lodge, cabins, food, and services were outstanding!!! I loved every second of every minute spent with them and plan on returning next year for another hunt. It was so exciting and exhausting at the same time, but the reward was so worth it!!

Steve Farmer

Summer 2019 - Gorham Me.

A friend and I visited the camps this past weekend for the first time to do some fishing. the experience we had was above and beyond what we had hope for. The hosts Jeff and Abby and guide Steve are three of the nicest people you'll ever meet. The cabins were neat clean and very comfortable, The lodge was a great place to meet and tell the canoeing and fishing stories of the day. The meals abby had prepared for us you would have a hard time finding anything better at any restaurant in the state. i highly recommend this place you wont be sorry!

Amos Adams

Fall 2018 - Chesapeake, VA

After having two successful and amazing hunting experiences with Jeff Fay and his team at Spaulding Lake Outfitters on two previous black bear hunts it wasn’t even a question where I would go after winning the state of Maine moose lottery. Jeff was the third phone call I made (after my subs) to lock in my hunt of a lifetime. After 27 years of applying for the tag I had absolutely zero reservation that he and his team were the people I needed to ensure I had the best possible opportunity. Jeff and his team of guides are in the woods beginning in June preparing for the fall season of bear, grouse, moose and deer. The amount of time and effort they spend scouting can not and will not be matched. They literally are in tuned with what is going on in the Northern Maine woods. During a wonderfully prepared meal I discussed the plan and strategy with my Master Guide Ernie Spaulding, a very experienced, confident and capable member of Jeff’s humble team. Goals, capabilities, strategies and tactics were established and the only remaking thing to do was execute as planned. After calling in multiple moose and having several interactions with bull moose my tag was filled the morning of the second day. Not only was my tag filled but it was filled with a magnificent example of a bull Maine moose. He had 15 beautiful and proportionate scoreable points on wonderful palms coupled with a 46” spread. On top of it all he weighed in at 912 pounds, an absolute GIANT!!! The hunt was followed up with great care of the animal getting it out of the woods, to the tagging station and ultimately delivered to the meat processor. I literally can not say enough about what a great experience I had on this hunt and the effort everyone gave to ensure my success and well being. If you are searching for a place to hunt by yourself, with friends or family look no further than here. I assure you any and all expectations will be exceeded by Jeff and his team of professionals. I not only have a place I look forward to hunting every year but I also have a group of friends in Maine.

skip hoechner

fall 2018 - south hero, vermont

Had a very nice time up in the Northern woods of Maine with Spaulding Lake Outfitters. The lodging was comfortable, clean and rustic. Just what I was looking for! The main lodge was well equipped and the staff did a great job with preparing meals and making you really comfortable. Minus the owner Jeff being a Red Sox fan, he was top notch and really cares about his customers and their experience. The guides were also very friendly and hard working. The upland hunt has all sorts of potential moving forward with a great habitat/covers for seeing a lot of grouse. Thank you.

Garett Dugan

fall 2018 - Kyle South Dakota

The 4 of us arrived in camp Oct.7 2018 and were greeted by 2 of the guides Chuck and Steve, super nice fellows.We slowly made our way to the lodge to check-in but finding it hard to get there admiring the beauty of all the fall colors and the reflection of the trees off the waters edge the smells of the trees and clean air outstanding!!! We finally managed to get to the lodge with natures distraction only to be greeted by one of the greatest and straight forward people you would ever want to meet the owner/houndsman/guide Jeff.After a wonderful lobster and steak dinner and meeting some of the other guests we were giving our instruction and whom we would be hunting with by chance I was matched with Jeff and Chuck what an honor it was,they put me on a bear the first day,and what a beauty it was.The dogs were the greatest to watch work on gps and trail and tree my bear and then the 3/4 mile hike into the bush to retrieve it was a whole oter story .I was able to help skin and pack board my bear out what an experience Thank You so much Jeff and the great staff.

Theodore Hardmon

October 2018 - Dighton

Just spent the last three days in Maine gods country of the east coast. Spaulding Lake Outfitters sure gave the first class treatment of the outdoors. 8 miles off the grid and thats a lot for this city boy from Boston. Each cabin had it own wood stove and the scenery was just amazing. Now to the good stuff ??????. I spent time with four other hunter from South Dakota what a riot they were lol. On Monday two of them got there bears. When bear hunting with spaulding lake everyone is involved . I'm holding dogs while the houndsmen is grabbing the rest . Everyone is pumped up and boom bear down! Time to eat we had the best surf and turf you can get in the states! With some great blueberry pie . Tuesday its go time we get going around 5:30 am..as the sun rises we hit the bait site and lets the dogs go. My favorite pups riggs , benelli ,and russ get it going. Not long we had a bear treed. 492 yards in the wood you see the dogs going and up is there bear. William grabs the dog as Josh and Eric hold them . Steve grabs me show me a small window of a shot . About 10 inch opening with branches in at different angles. 60 feet up I see where i need to hit. I have my Obsession Bows fixation xp with 478 grain Element Archery quake . Leading with a Ramcat Broadheads Diamondback. Drew my bow back with the king b3 release . Stared through my peep it and lined up my sight and executed my best shot ever! Right through the chest out the back ! Smoked him bear come down still has some life for the dogs safety I hit again as the guide and houndsmen yelled . Smoked him through the lungs and shoulder. The bear gave up fight and went to rest. Dropping to my knees with everyone congratulating me many things ran through my head. I accomplished my goal of harvesting a bear with a bow. Will be back here again!!

Daniel Follett

Baited Bear season - Norfolk, VA

Jeff and his team provide a world class hunting experience. Phenomenal lodging, excellent food, and personal guided hunting. I did a week beer hunt with Jeff and had 100 percent opportunity for killing a bear. I saw bear the very first day in the stand and couldn’t close the deal with bad shot placement. Jeff gave me opportunity to continue to try and get another change on a bear! I will definitely be back for not only bear, but whitetail and of lucky a Maine moose. I highly recommend Spaulding lake outfitters for your north Maine woods hunting experience.

Amanda Parker

Fall 2018 - Shapleigh, ME

I would highly recommend Spaulding Lake Outfitters. Everything was great the cabins, bath house, and lodge were clean and the food was delicious. Jeff did a great job of pairing my Dad and I with our guide for our moose hunt in zone 3. He found someone who knew the area and was a lot of fun to spend the day hunting with. Jeff and Abby were very welcoming and they treat everyone like family. I would gladly stay here again on another hunt.

Ron And Nathan Hoover

fall 2018 - Natrona Heights , Pa.

Nathan and I made our first trip to hunt with Jeff and the gang. What a great experience we had. They make you feel like family and they work extremely hard to make your stay a memory of a lifetime. The scenery and lakes were beautiful and peaceful. We both agree we are going back. The food and cabins were excellent and above my expectations.

Thomas Patterson

Fall 2018 - Dellroy Ohio

I have been an avid outdoorsman all my life, I recently spent a week at Spaulding lake outfitters,The service they provide is second to none, lodging and food provided are excellent, very friendly atmosphere,The guides and dog handlers know exactly what they are doing in the field, obviously spent many tireless hours preparing for the hunting season,I was welcomed to join in on several successful hound hunts,by the end of the week I took a good bear sized to my liking as I requested. Look no further Spaulding lake outfitters will get the job done for you!

Dean E. McNulty Sr

Deer 2015,16,17,18 Bear 2017,18 - Shelton,Ct

Dear Jeff I’m writing to thank you along with your great staff for your hospitality and a wonderful stay. The trip couldn’t have been better especially the fact that I harvested the bear that I never dreamed of shooting. The food was outstanding and the accommodations were beyond my expectations. Steve took very good care of my needs during the hunt and a special thanks for his expertise. Thanks again Jeff.See you in November for a 6th FANTASTIC HUNT. Regards Deano.

Amos Adams

Fall 2018 - Chesapeake, VA

I returned to Spaulding Lake Outfitters in 2018 with four of my hunting friends in complete confidence based on my experience with Jeff and his staff from 2017. He absolutely continued his sustained performance and impressed not just myself but all of my friends equally. The location, lodging, cleanliness and meals were nothing short of exceptional yet again. It is the complete Maine experience any person with a love of the outdoors is looking for. Book with Jeff knowing that hard work has been done prior to your arrival and that it will continue to ensure you are satisfied with your stay. I plan on being there again next year!!

Lorri Nelson

Fall hound hunt 2017 - Oakfield Maine

My first ever hound hunt with Jeff, was way more than I had ever excepted. Great experience, and his dogs did an awesome job getting on that bear and trees him. I would definitely do another hound hunt with Spauldinglakeoutfitters. Best time hunting

Cody Mclafferty

Fall 2017 - Williamstown Ky

Great hunt. Three guys tagged out in four days with hounds. A+ service. Awesome food and lodging. Thanks to Jeff Fay and Brian McKenna on a great experience. Looking forward to doing it again in the future!

Amos A. Adams

Fall 2017 - Chesapeake, VA

My experience at Spaulding Lake Outfitters was absolutely fantastic. The amount of time and effort Jeff Fay puts into making sure everything is right could not be matched. The lodging conditions of HIS HOUSE and cabin are the Maine experience people look for. The location, cleanliness and comfort make it a place you don't want to leave. All meals were home cooked, well prepared, served hot and always on time. Jeff went as far as to share Maine moose meat, from his own previous years harvest, as a testament to his selflessness. Bear meat stew and breakfast sausage with breakfast was also a camp favorite. As a bow hunter Jeff ensured he had "bow hunter stands" available for the week. It didn't take all week to be tagged out however as my tag was filled on day four of the hunt. I had encounters each and every night on stand with multiple bears an experience I will not soon forget. I showed up to Spaulding Lake Outfitters a client but left as a friend.

John Weaver

Fall Bear hunt - New Holland Pennsylvania

I was with a group of 4 for bear hunt with hounds an bait in September. We tagged out in 4 days. 3 with hounds 1 with bow over bait. Jeff an his group r great people to work with. They good food all week . It was an awesome hunt .

Brian Rice

Bear/Fall 2016 - Sophia, NC

My visit to Spaulding Lake outfitters was like visiting one of my brothers I had not seen for a while. What I mean by that is I was fortunate enough to be the only hunter the week of my hunt. Instead of putting me in the cabin Jeff and Tracey had me stay in their home. We got up early the first day of my hunt and checked at least 15 cameras looking for sign of bears. Jeff and Brian worked really hard to ensure a successful hunt. I harvested a large bear on my first day. For me it was not all about taking a bear. The experience of watching the dogs work brought back a lot of good memories from hunting trips with my grandfather. The hospitality was exceptional. The meals were simply incredible. I was impressed with all of the hard work everyone put into making this a great experience. I am looking forward to my next visit. Spaulding Lake Outfitters will be my go to outfitter for any future Maine hunts.

John Weaver

Fall 2016 - Lancaster PA

Thanks to Spaulding Lake Outfitters , Great group of people . I was there with a group of 4 for bear hunt with hounds an bait . We tagged out 4 bears in 4 days 3 with hounds 1 with bow over bait an we had a 1 miss shot with bow over bait we could have tagged out in 3 days . Lots of fun an good experience . Great food all week. I would highly recommend Spaulding Lake Outfitters to anyone

Troy Tipsword

Fall 2015 - Oakfield, ME

This was a great hunt with an amazing group of folks. Thanks to Jeff and Spaulding Lake outfitters for an outstanding black bear hunt. Over that past few years I’ve been on several different successful hunts, and none can compare to the experience I had at Spaulding Lake. Everything is setup first class. Tree stands were new and positioned well with more locations and choices than I could have imagined. It didn’t matter if you were hunting with bow or gun, they had prime locations set up and ready to go. If you want to book a hunt with your son or daughter this is the place to go! From the food to the accommodations, you couldn’t ask for more. In fact if you could possibly eat half of the great food this place prepares I would be amazed. Everything is taken care of for you. After I took my bear, the recovery, check in, and processing of the meat were all set up. Spaulding Lake works alongside you all the way. I actually had a few open days after I took my bear, and instead of just bouncing around at the lodge, Jeff took me out and taught me how to fly fish!! I for one will be back to hunt with Jeff and Kenny, hopefully for my first Moose hunt. These guys a so passionate about your experience, you can’t help but leave with new friends and memories that will last a lifetime.

Don Alexander

Fall 2015 - Oakfield, ME

I just want to say I had the time of my life during my black bear hunt! The only thing missing was family and friends I would have loved to share the experience with! Although I didn't get a bear, I have never seen or had the opportunity at three shooter bear during the same week of a hunt! As you told me Jeff, trying to pick me up, "it just wasn't the bears time", I realize how much I was blessed to have had the opportunities and you were the reason why I had a successful experience! As I told you, I will be back next year if the good Lord allows!!! I want to thank Pam and Nora as well with providing some of the best food a hunter could ever imagine being served! I didn't expect to gain 5 lbs when I left home to go hunt but I did! As for as your assisting guide Kenny, a very good help, gentleman, and guide taking ever effort to make things work for each hunter! Thanks to Spaulding Lake Outfitters for such a great successful experience and may any future hunters be as satisfied as I am! Also and most importantly, I know I left there having a new friend and friends! Thanks Jeff and I'll see you and the crew the same time next year! May God bless all of you!!

Lou S

Fall 2015 Whitetail - East Haddam, ct

I had a great experience. Jeff and his staff couldn't have been more hardworking and professional. The food and the accomodations were excellent. The warm weather and lack of rutting proved to be a challenging hunt but Jeff worked tirelessly to try and make it a success. If i'm lucky enough to draw a Moose tag I plan to return to the North Woods and hunt with Jeff and Spaulding Lake Outfitters.

Norm C

Fall 2015 Deer - Connecticut

I was part of a group of 7 acquantainces who spent a week at SLO. From the moment we arrived until we left our experience with Jeff was outstanding. He was the consummate professional, making each of us feel as though we were his only client. The facility was super clean and the meals were more than superb. When we left we all had a new friend. Would definitely hunt with him again.

Jerry Burton

Fall 2015 - Oakfield, ME.

After my 12 year old son was picked for the fall moose hunt I started a search for the guide or outfitter to make this experience he would never forget. I made the right choice. Jeff made this hunt his. From the moment we arrived till the day we left we felt like family. My son harvested a 84 lbs. 47"spread beautiful moose. Many thanks to Jeff Fay and our guide Kenny Coslet for making memories that will last a lifetime. I will return.

Art martz

2015 hound season - New stanton pa

Thank you Spaulding lake outfitters!! My daughter, father and I were in camp for a hound hunt and had an awesome time. The staff felt like family, jeff and Brian were very professional and a pleasure to be around. They did whatever it took for our comfort and success. It's evident that they live by their motto: come as a client and leave as a friend... we were able to harvest a great bear and appreciate all their efforts. Success is measured differently from person to person, harvesting a bear was a bonus to the professionalism and concern toward my family for our safety and we'll being in all aspects of the hunt . I personally can not wait to return to Spaulding lake and build upon the memories and excitement with my family. This outfitter is highly recommended. See you in 2016

Darren Shiers - Gorham, Maine

Jeff and Pam,
Thanks again for another great and successful week of deer hunting. The hunting is awesome, the land and views are spectacular. Jeff's knowledge of the area and deer patterns makes all the hard work payoff. Pam is an amazing cook and the food is five star quality all wrapped in a comfortable and affordable accommodations. You guys make it a very special week that I look forward to all year. I will be back up for the spring fishing as well, that was equally as awesome. Thanks again. - 2014

Nicole Root - Porter, Maine

I would first like to thank our guide Jeff and his wife Pam in their beautiful lodge in Oakfield, Maine.  The hospitality was great and Pam cooked some really great meals.

I was the first in my family to ever be drawn a moose permit, and we had this big plan to head up north to the zone we were drawn a permit in and camping out.   Well come to find out, there was a guide up there that knew my husband and knew more about the area and moose than we ever did.  Jeff agreed to be our guide as long as we needed him.

We went up a few weeks before opening day and Jeff and Pam welcomed us like family.  Jeff made a comment, “you come as strangers, but leave as friends” and I feel that is exactly what happened.

Jeff did a lot of scouting before the season began, and his knowledge of the area and moose behavior was at its best.  Jeff took his time with us and on the second day we took a 600lb bull moose, after passing up on a few we had seen the day before because I was excited and antsy.  He took his time with us and urged us not to rush and take any bull that walked our way.

I did not know what to expect on this hunt, but realized this was a hunt we could not have done without Jeff.   I would highly recommend Spaulding Lake Outfitters to anyone wanting or needing a guide who knows what they are doing and treats you like family and not just another hunter. - 2014

Darren Shies - Gorham, Maine

Jeff Bragdon Sr. - Casco, Maine

Jared Ballard - Westbrook, Maine

"I had the opportunity to hunt a bull moose in Zone 1 with Jeff .  Jeff's commitment to pre-season scouting, his understanding of the moose behavior, and dedication to fair chase hunting is unsurpassed.  We took at 49" bull the second day of the season after having seen three mature bulls.  If one is looking for a true off foot remote Maine moose hunt, i would highly recommend Spaulding Lake Outfitters." - 2013