Professionally Guided Waterfowl Hunts and Fishing Charters in Upstate New York
Situated directly in the thousand islands region, making North Wind Curls a premier waterfowl and fishing destination. North Wind Curls specializes in duck and goose hunting, along with fishing all over the upstate NY region. With private lands near the St. Lawrence River, Finger Lakes, Black Lake, and more, our experienced guides will make sure you have the hunt or fishing trip of a lifetime. North Wind Curls provides all top of the line equipment. All you need is your NYS small game hunting or fishing license, federal duck stamp, HIP number, and sense of adventure.
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Join us for a great day on the water with our fishing trips in Upstate New York. We’ll take you to the best spots, share some expert tips, and make memories.
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September and November bring the perfect opportunity for goose hunting, with seasoned guidance and a reliable dog team ready to help you make the most of the season.
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October’s the time for paddle duck hunting—fast ducks, crisp air, and a solid crew to make it all happen.
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Our Late Season trips, running from November to January, are all about chasing mallards, black ducks and more in the chilly waters of Upstate New York.
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Your Guide & Field Dogs
Elija
Eli Gilmour is the owner and lead guide at North Wind Curls, a premier hunting and fishing guide service based in Upstate New York. As a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain, Eli brings years of experience and passion for the outdoors to every trip. Growing up on the St. Lawrence River, he has an intimate knowledge of the region's waterways, including the Thousand Islands, Finger Lakes, and Black Lake. Whether it's setting expansive spreads for waterfowl hunts or navigating the waters for trophy catches, Eli is committed to providing clients with unforgettable experiences
Kai
Kai is Eli’s trusted sidekick and seasoned hunting dog, known for flawless retrieves and an uncanny ability to spot birds before anyone else. When he’s not working, he is cuddling on the couch with mom and dreaming of his next hunt.
Meekah
Meekah is an exceptional young dog, having undergone rigorous training with expert trainers from New York to Alabama over the past two years. With her pedigree, featuring parents ranked among the nation’s best, she is poised to achieve her titles and excel in upcoming hunt tests.
“Our group hunted with Elija for 2 days this year. Both days he did his best putting us on our target birds and had non stop action both days. We will definitely be looking to come back in years to come.”
Corey Axe - 12/22/2024
“Booked a Walley fishing trip with Eli and he did not disappoint! Met us at the launch and took us out to a nice spot to show us the technique we would be using for the day. We were able to catch out limit in no time.”
Jordan Kahili Fernandez - 6/14/24
“We recently hunted with North Wind Curls for the first time. It was myself and two others in our group. We all has a blast and would all recommend having Elija as a guide. E was great and his dog Kai was awesome to watch work. If you want a fun filled hunt with a guide who will put you on the birds I recommend Elija with North Wind Curls to book the hunt of a lifetime.”
Steve Cho - 11/27/24
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