MEET YOUR GUIDES

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Our highly skilled guides are here for one reason: to provide you with an unforgettable hunting experience.

Owners Michael Tuminaro and David Tyrol have undergone extensive training as professional guides and first responders, bringing a wealth of knowledge, safety expertise, and field experience to every hunt. In fact, Mike and Dave don't just guide—they teach others how to become successful guides through their Maine Guide training programs.

Every member of our guiding team is passionate about the sport and dedicated to your success. From expertly handling our well-trained dogs and locating productive covers to helping you connect on challenging shots, our guides work tirelessly to make your hunt both enjoyable and rewarding.

Most importantly, they're the kind of people you'll enjoy spending time with around camp, in the truck, and in the field. Great guides find birds. Exceptional guides create memories. We strive to do both.

A lifelong Mainer with more than three decades of hunting and fishing experience across North America, Dave brings a wealth of outdoor knowledge, skill, and passion to every trip. As a Registered Maine Guide licensed for hunting, fishing, and recreation, he is dedicated to helping guests experience the very best of Maine's sporting traditions.

Dave is an accomplished upland hunter who guides over his talented American Brittanys, Islay and Finley. Together, they cover the grouse woods and woodcock covers of the North Woods with the enthusiasm, teamwork, and professionalism that create memorable hunting experiences for guests of all skill levels.

In addition to his guiding experience, Dave is a highly respected firearms instructor who has trained many of Maine's first responders over the past 18 years. His background in firearms safety and instruction provides guests with an added level of confidence and professionalism in the field.

An avid fly fisherman and skilled fly tyer, Dave enjoys sharing his knowledge of Maine's rivers, streams, and remote trout waters with anglers seeking a true wilderness fishing experience. Whether discussing bird dogs, fly patterns, upland hunting, or local history, he is always eager to share his passion for the outdoors.

Back at camp, Dave's talents extend beyond the field. A dedicated outdoorsman and accomplished cook, he takes great pride in preparing hearty meals for guests, often featuring wild game and local ingredients that capture the spirit of a traditional Maine sporting camp.

Committed to safety and guest care, Dave is certified in Wilderness First Aid through SOLO Schools, one of the nation's leading wilderness medicine programs.

From the grouse covers to the trout stream and around the campfire at day's end, Dave's experience, knowledge, and genuine hospitality help make every Maine Upland adventure one to remember.

Michael Tuminaro has spent more than three decades pursuing upland birds, waterfowl, big game, and sportfish across the United States and Canada. His passion for the outdoors, bird dogs, and conservation forms the foundation of every experience offered through Maine Upland.

Mike is a Registered Maine Guide licensed for hunting, fishing, and recreational trips. He is an avid upland hunter and dedicated dog trainer who works extensively with NAVHDA (North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association). Throughout the season, he guides over his accomplished German Shorthaired Pointers, Risa and Camden, whose experience and enthusiasm in the field help create memorable hunts for guests.

Beyond guiding, Mike is deeply involved in advancing Maine's outdoor traditions and sporting heritage. He serves as Deputy Director of the Maine Professional Guides Association, the state's oldest and largest guide organization, representing more than 1,200 professional guides. In this role, he works alongside guides, policymakers, state agencies, local communities, and conservation partners to support and strengthen Maine's guiding industry.

Mike also serves on the Board of Directors for the Sportsman's Alliance of Maine, where he helps advocate for sportsmen and women at both the state and federal levels. His work focuses on preserving Maine's rich outdoor traditions and ensuring future generations can enjoy the hunting, fishing, and recreational opportunities that make the state unique.

An accomplished outdoor writer, Mike's articles and stories have appeared in publications including The Maine Sportsman, The Virginia Sportsman, NAVHDA's Versatile Hunting Dog Magazine, and several other respected upland hunting publications.

Safety and professionalism remain at the forefront of every trip. Mike is certified in Wilderness First Aid through SOLO Schools, one of the nation's leading wilderness medical training organizations.

Whether guiding clients through the grouse woods, introducing anglers to Maine's legendary waters, or helping develop the next generation of bird dogs and outdoorsmen, Mike brings a lifetime of experience, knowledge, and passion to every adventure.

A lifelong fly fisherman and passionate upland hunter, Robb discovered the unique rewards of grouse and woodcock hunting later in life, thanks to his first American Brittany, Lincoln. What began as a new hunting pursuit quickly became a lifelong passion, leading him deeper into the world of bird dogs, upland traditions, and the wild places that make the sport so special. 

Today, Lincoln is joined by a second Brittany, Rooster, and together they continue to pursue grouse and woodcock throughout Maine's legendary North Woods.

Robb's connection to Maine began through annual hunting trips with Mike and Dave, where he developed a deep appreciation for the state's rugged beauty, abundant wildlife, and rich sporting heritage. Drawn by both the landscape and the tradition of guiding, he became a Registered Maine Guide for hunting in 2023.

Known for his enthusiasm, knowledge, and love of bird dogs, Robb enjoys helping guests experience the excitement of wild bird hunting while sharing the traditions and conservation values that make upland hunting so rewarding.

In addition to guiding, Robb is an accomplished outdoor writer whose work has appeared in some of the most respected sporting publications in North America. His articles have been featured in The Virginia Sportsman, Project Upland, Hunting Dog Confidential, Outdoor Life, and publications of the Ruffed Grouse Society. Through his writing, he shares stories of bird dogs, conservation, hunting culture, and the enduring connection between sportsmen and wild places.

Whether walking behind pointing dogs through a young alder covert, discussing bird dog training around the campfire, or sharing stories from the field, Robb brings a genuine passion for upland hunting and a deep appreciation for Maine's sporting traditions to every trip..

A native Mainer with a lifelong connection to the outdoors, Sawyer has spent nearly every year of his life exploring the rivers, forests, and remote wilderness that make Maine such a special place. Raised in a family deeply rooted in the guiding tradition, he grew up learning the woods and waters from his father, an Allagash River guide, and developed an enduring appreciation for Maine's natural heritage.

Today, Sawyer is a Registered Maine Guide for fishing and recreation and is happiest when sharing his passion for the outdoors with others. Whether poling a river, casting a fly, or introducing guests to a hidden stretch of water, he brings enthusiasm, knowledge, and a genuine love for the resource to every trip.

An avid fly angler, Sawyer enjoys pursuing a wide variety of species across Maine and beyond. Among his favorites are Landlocked Salmon, Smallmouth Bass, American Shad, Striped Bass, Northern Pike, and, of course, Maine's iconic native Brook Trout. His appreciation for each species is matched only by his love for the waters they inhabit.

Beyond guiding, Sawyer is an accomplished fly tyer who enjoys creating patterns for the fish he pursues throughout the season. He is also an outdoor writer who enjoys sharing stories from the field, preserving the traditions of Maine's sporting culture, and inspiring others to explore the state's remarkable wild places.

When he isn't on the water, you'll often find him with a fly rod in hand, a guitar nearby, or a vise full of feathers and fur as he prepares for his next adventure.

Sawyer represents the next generation of Maine guides—deeply connected to the land, passionate about conservation, and dedicated to helping guests experience the very best of Maine's woods and waters.