My friend Scott Shea, owner of Seaspray Kayaking in West Bath, is a busy and enterprising man who's constantly trying to promote the paddling lifestyle. As head honcho of the Maine Association of Sea Kayak Guides and Instructors, he spearheaded a safety video last season and also launched Maine's first saltwater kayak fishing tournament.

He's back with the second edition of the fishing contest this weekend. The second annual Maine Saltwater Kayak Fishing Tournament starts with registration July 13 -- let's hope that doesn't bode bad luck for anglers! -- with the actual fishing taking place on Saturday and Sunday.

THIS COULD BE YOU! The second annual Maine Saltwater Kayak Fishing Tournament is on for this weekend in the Bath-Brunswick area.
PHOTO COURTESY SEASPRAY KAYAKING

Angling can take place on four river estuaries: New Meadows, Sheepscot, Androscoggin or Kennebec. It's strictly catch-and-release, and tournament profits benefit the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife's "Hooked on Fishing (Not on Drugs)" program.

There are three divisions: spin/baitcasting, flyfishing and kids. Prizes include a fully rigged fishing kayak, plus there will be a creel-ful of giveaways.

Complete details at www.mainekayakfishing.com and you can also call Seaspray at 888-349-7772.

Seaspray Kayaking is located on old Rt. 1 on the West Bath side of the New Meadows River bridge. It's a full-service outfitter, including sales, rentals, repairs and guided tours.

Good luck!

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