UPDATE: Maryland State Record is Now a Certified World Record.
The same fish caught by the founder of Lowland Outfitters caught earlier in the summer that made the Maryland state record for Northern Snakehead was also submitted for an International Game Fish Association world record as well. This record was recently confirmed IGFA as a world record.
New Maryland State Snakehead Record Set by Damien Cook
On July 5th, 2023, Damien Cook of Lowland Outfitters caught a new record Northern Snakehead. The fish he caught weighed a total of 21.0 pounds, which he believed to be a record setting fish. As of 2023-07-07 this fish was certified by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources as setting a new Maryland state record by a total of 1.1 pounds. Along with this state record, the paperwork is being submitted to IGFA for the all tackle world record. The current all tackle world record is 19 pounds, and 5 ounces.
You can read more about this record on the DNR website here.
New Partnership with Lite Boots
We here at Lowland Outfitters are proud to announce our new partnership with Lite Boots. Use discount code damiencook for an 10% discount on all of their products.
Lowland Outfitters Custom Rods by M’Fer’s Outdoors
So we are putting out feelers right now to see if there is interest. Looking to start The lowland guide series rods made by M.Fer's Outdoors Custom Fishing Rods. These rods are made to Damien’s and Matt’s specs they use in there personal rods. Let’s us know what you think and ask any questions you have.
New Pedal Drive Available for Rental
Lowland Outfitters has just acquired one NuCanoe Pivot Drive available for rental during a booked trip. These pedal drives are especially nice, and easy to use. The rental costs $40 for a half day and $70 for a full day.
Catching Snakehead with the research team at FishLab Tackle.
Back in April FishLabs contacted Lowland Outfitters about doing a video for targeting and hooking Snakehead. Damien Cook owner and founder of Lowland Outfitters, and Chris Leslie of Big Bass USA went out on a two day trip in Little Blackwater. Check out the video to learn more.
Solar Bat Glasses Giveaway
Big things happening! We have partnered up with Solar Bat Sunglasses. So for you guys any customer that catches a snakehead 10lbs or over during a trip will win a free par of Floating Bat 2 sunglasses by Solar Bat that day! These glasses are clear and some models like the ones I use float (big plus when you drop glasses as much as I do lol). You can also pick them up at Big Bass USA.
Brand New Fleet of NuCanoe Kayaks
The NU fleet! All Nucanoe. Two frontier 12’s and two unlimited. We are putting you in top of the line boats. All of them are 41” wide and have a weight capacity of 650lbs! We went with NuCanoe due to their reliability, stability, and agility. Plus, they have cup holders for beer… I mean water. Yes, water.
Four Open Days In August Remaining
Only a few days left in August. 10,11,30,31. Gets your days in September and October before they are gone.