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Big Pike Hunting the Shallows

September 26, 2026 Burlington 2 photos & 1 video
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Pike (Northern)
Pike (Northern)
Bass (Smallmouth)
Bass (Smallmouth)

Trip Summary

Lake Champlain is cooling and the Big Pike are hunting in the Shallows. Ill be running Pike trips into December as well as Salmon and Trout trips on the main lake. Secure you date with Captain Thorny and come enjoy a fall day of fishing on Champlain.
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Robert Thorne
Burlington, Vermont, United States
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Make an adventure out of your next trip in Burlington and go fishing with Captain Thorny's Fishing Charters. Captain Rob will be your guide, giving you access to their sportfishing experience. These waters hold game fish like Lake Trout, Atlantic Salmon, ...

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