hookedfishinglessons.com

Hooked Guide Services, LLC is a fishing instruction and guiding business based in Andover, Massachusetts. Founded by Captain Johnny Blais, the company helps people of different ages and experience levels discover fishing, build practical skills, and enjoy time outdoors with family and friends. Its offerings include instruction in conventional rod-and-reel fishing, fly fishing, and ice fishing, as well as guided fly-fishing trips and private boat charters.

Lessons can cover choosing and setting up tackle, tying essential knots, selecting and attaching bait or flies, casting, retrieving, and handling and releasing fish safely. Fly-fishing instruction takes place while wading and fishing in a river. Ice-fishing outings include equipment, hole cutting, tip-up setup, and, when needed, a heated shelter. Private charters aboard the 23-foot pilothouse boat Abby Normal target species such as striped bass, bluefish, black sea bass, flounder, haddock, and cod. The owner is a certified USCG-approved captain and licensed EMT, with CPR and safety certifications. Clients are responsible for obtaining fishing licenses where required.