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Enjoying
the great outdoors is first and foremost at First Settlers. Guided
and non-guided outdoor activities outfitted by NORTH WOODS TOURS
include traditional northern Maine fishing and hunting, canoeing, kayaking, camping, hiking, snow
shoeing, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling.
For the guest who wants the quiet life, there is a
simple walk in the woods on prepared trails, a Maine Moose watch,
or a fall foliage photography tour. Outfitting
services, Maine Guide Cookouts, private cabin
and outdoor equipment
rentals are also available. North Woods Tours is an authorized Old Town and Scott Canoe
Dealer for canoes, kayaks, and paddling equipment.
Paddling  Guests
find our local paddling waters especially quiet and user-friendly.
Some of our favorite places are the wetlands of Crooked Brook, the
unspoiled shoreline of East Grand Lake, the remote Baskahegan
Stream or the historic Mattawamkeag River. These waters offer
paddlers many opportunities to view wildlife, fish, and relax
while experiencing the beauty and quietness of the north woods.
Trips may be from half-day to overnight and guided or non-guided
with canoes or kayaks. Shuttling services are provided and shore
lunches included on guided trips. Multi-day, fully-outfitted and
guided wilderness canoe trips on the St. Croix and Allagash Rivers
are also available through North Woods Tours.Fishing 
From May to September, the angler may choose from lake or stream fishing for landlocked salmon, brook trout, lake trout, or small mouth bass. Fish East Grand from our private lake access or any of the ten (10) other cold and warm-water fisheries serviced by the Lodge and North Woods Tours. Remote back country guided fishing trips are also offered in the Allagash and West Branch regions of the State. Angling techniques and equipment can vary from wade and drift fly fishing, and spin-casting, to trolling streamer flies and lures. Lodge preference is to fish at or near the surface with fly rod and/or light gear, whenever and wherever possible. Trips may be guided or non-guided and include boats, motors, canoes, and gear. Guided trips include a shore lunch cooked over an open fire.The Fall 
Foliage, Upland Game & Whitetail Deer Hunting The autumn is a special time at First Settlers. The foliage viewed from our Lodge shows off some of most brilliant landscapes in northern Maine. For the seasoned sportsman, “it doesn’t get any better” than combining the colors and crisp air of autumn with the heritage of hunting. Our area is blessed with excellent covers and populations of woodcock and ruffed grouse, and hundreds of thousands of acres of “big woods” habitat for white tail deer and moose. We are especially proud of our guided hunts, and cater to small parties and exclusive group use of the Lodge and property. Dog kennels are available for complementary use. The fall is truly a rewarding time to be in the Maine Woods.
The Winter 
Snowshoeing,
X-Country Skiing, Snowmobiling
and Ice Fishing Outfitting, Cabin Rentals, Canoe & Kayak Sales North Woods
Tours provides outfitting services, private cabin bookings,
and outdoor equipment rentals to the general public and is
also an authorized Old Town Dealer for all models of canoes,
kayaks, and paddling equipment.
“First Settlers Lodge and North Woods Tours practices and promotes the conservation and stewardship of our natural resources and respects the privileges granted by our area landowners for the use and enjoyment of our woods and waters.”
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