connor_roelke

<p>Thanks for the insight, all.</p> <p>A little more information: <br /> - The boat is truly made for shallow water. See photo. 17', seating for 3-4 (max), and the reason it can get where canoes/kayaks cannot is because it has power and floats in a similar amount of water. There are estuary and river systems in Maine that we fish that are some of the most beautiful locations I have ever been to, and would require a long paddle if it is possible at all. In a 4 or 8 hour day, we could cover quite a significant amount of ground. <br /> - It's certainly not a luxury vehicle. There's no accommodations or facilities. It exists as a platform, nothing more. Is this really prohibitive? <br /> - I'd like to limit it to 1-2 photographers to reduce the common photographs and focus on a more personal experience. The advantage of what I'm offering is that we can go anywhere that you want to - making micro-adjustments with a push pole to get the shot you want.</p> <p>With all that being said, I think I may pursue this. It's a pleasure to be out on the water and a background in photography, fishing, and boating create quite a unique offering.</p> <p>Thanks for the feedback!</p> <p><img src="http://www.thehulltruth.com/attachments/boats-sale-wanted/368301d1381851696-flats-boat-ranger-184-ghost-2011-ranger-profile.jpg" alt="" width="432" height="322" /></p>

<p>Hey all,<br> First things first - I hope this is not interpreted as self promotion, advertising, etc, as I am not looking to sell my services here. This is for curiosity and discussion only! :)</p> <p>I have been kicking this idea around for awhile and figured I'd post to get some feedback before investing any serious time or money into the venture. I am a long time photographer and slightly more recent owner of a flats boat. These are used for fishing in very shallow water and allow access to places that even canoes and kayaks can't reach.</p> <p>I live in coastal NH/Southern Maine and the waterfront around here is some of the most spectacular on the east coast. Hiring guides for fishing is quite common, but would there be interest in hiring a "guide" to access locations that cannot normally be accessed/photographed? The day rate that most fishing guides get is spendy - $300-$600 a day depending on time spent on the water. But, you could cover quite a bit of ground and we are all used to waking up early to access the best light of the day.</p> <p>I have seen and made some of my best photographs while on this boat, so it is intriguing to leverage it as a side business. Is this something you, or someone you know, would pay for? What's the price range that would make it viable?</p> <p>Cheers!<br> Connor</p>