My life as a guide is very rewarding, I get to help folks enjoy the outdoors and do things that would be out of their reach. From families with young kids to folks who are no longer able to do all of the hard parts themselves (like loading the boat on the trailer). Not to mention knowing where the eagles nest is or a big fish might be hiding or even having enough worms on hand for all of the perch we are catching.

Argy took off yesterday for a family wedding in Greece. She took a load of Maine Outdoors retail items with her; water bottles, natural canvas hats and tee shirts. As you can see a significant portion of her suitcase is dedicated to gifts for the relatives. I know not really international trade.

Over last few weeks I have spent time with many families and groups of friends. I help them enjoy the outdoors and experience places and things that they could not on their own. During that time I have had the privilege of seeing five parties made up of three generations.