Fish with Tom Jones, former Mille Lacs Large Lake specialist and current treaty coordinator for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

Tom specializes in lead-core trolling, but other methods may be used as needed. You'll fish in comfort on a roomy 22-foot pontoon boat.

Mille Lacs is known for high catch rates of larger-than-average Walleye. Best fishing is usually in June and usually into the evening. Catch rates have been high in recent years (one to two per rod-hour).

Details:

• Bring up to four anglers. Kids and beginners welcome (but the trolling rods are a little heavy for kids under 10).
• Date to be determined between parties.
• Your choice of 1 or 2 full days fishing (a $1,400 value).
• Expires September 30, 2021.

Spend a day exploring Arizona's Sonoran Desert with AFS President/Past-President Scott Bonar.

I love hiking and will take you (or your group) to one or more of my favorite spots. Your pick: ancient archeology, ghost towns/historical sites, natural sites of great beauty and species diversity, or a combination. I know lots of secret spots off the beaten path and am enthusiastic about sharing the natural beauty and history of the Arizona desert. Will adjust the level of hiking to your choice.

Afterwards, we'll dine at a great Mexican restaurant to cap off the day. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend some additional time in the area touring other sites on your own (I'm happy to provide recommendations).

Details:

• Pay your own way to Tucson, Arizona, and don't forget your hiking clothes and boots!
• Exact date to be agreed upon between parties.
• Specific trip plans subject to Covid-19 restrictions. To be discussed at the time.
• Single person, couple, or family.

Suncoast Youth Conservation Center Kayak Adventure in Apollo Beach, Florida!

Enjoy a paddle along the Noonan Branch Creek Paddling Trail. You will paddle through mangrove tunnels with swimming snook, over mudflats with soaring sting rays, and across sand bars where redfish scurry. Spot wading birds and ospreys searching for their next meal. This 2-hour-loop trail around the Florida Conservation and Technology Center in Apollo Beach is a perfect morning spent outdoors.

Details:

• The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network will supply the kayaks, paddles, PFDs, two guides, and the fun for you and up to seven of your closest friends!
• Pack a lunch and drinks and we will bring a sweet treat for the group!
• Date is dependent upon staff schedules and tides.
• Plan on a 4- to 5-hour adventure from start to finish, including time for instructional training and an observation break along the way. Maybe even a site tour of the center.
• Expires December 24, 2021.

Join AFS Executive Director Doug Austen for a day on the Susquehanna River near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

We'll spend about 6 hours or so floating, fishing, wading, or jet-boating, depending upon your interests and the time of year. Fishing is for Smallmouth Bass with some nice Channel Catfish occasionally also caught. Smallmouth Bass in the Susquehanna are known for their jumping and fighting abilities, but even if the fish aren't biting, the river is beautiful and time on the water is always good. Doug will provide a wonderful lunch, beverages, kayaks, gear, and the jet boat (as desired).

Details:

• Make your way to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and purchase appropriate fishing licenses.
• Can accommodate up to three guests. All ages and experience levels are welcome. We can fish, kayak, or boat, as well as a combination of all three.
• I can provide all fishing gear but your own is certainly welcome and appreciated (spin-fishing is best, but fly-fishing for Smallmouth Bass can also be great fun, depending upon river conditions).
• I can't guarantee good fishing but will do my best to make it an enjoyable day!
• Expires September 30, 2021. Pick a date and we can check on river conditions.