Welcome to Orange Troller

We Are A Lake Anna Attraction That Provides Outdoor Activities Specializing In:

On the Water Boating Lessons
Striper aka Rockfish Trolling Lessons
SONAR / Fish-Finder Lessons

ALERT!

The VA Dept. of Health continues investigating numerous reports of gastrointestinal illnesses in people, mainly children, who swam or partook in water activities at Lake Anna over the Memorial Day weekend. Some ill have been diagnosed with E. coli infections and some were hospitalized in serious condition. Copy the following link for more info: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/surveillance-and-investigation/escherichia-coli-stec-outbreak-in-virginia/

ALERT!

HARMFUL ALGAE BLOOM ADVISORY FOR UPPER REGIONS OF LAKE ANNA REPORTED BY THE VA DEPT. OF HEALTH! IT IS STRONGLY ADVISED, HUMANS AND PETS AVOID CONTACT WITH THESE WATERS! COPY AND PASTE THE FOLLOWING VA DEPT. OF HEALTH’S ALGAE BLOOM SURVEILLANCE MAP LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: www.vdh.virginia.gov/waterborne-hazards-control/algal-bloom-surveillance-map/

*NOTE

We have discontinued our Lake Anna Cruise service. We have thoroughly enjoyed cruising with everyone throughout the years and hope those who have cruised with us feel the same. Thank you all. We continue to provide our other services. Capt. J. Ellis – Owner

Lake Anna Boating Lessons

Boating Lessons on Lake Anna:

Many possessing their Boating Safety Certificates may have very limited hands-on boating experience or no actual boating experience at all.   Naturally, this may cause many to lack confidence in their abilities to safely and comfortably operate a powerboat.  Therefore, we offer those lesser experienced boaters a hands-on opportunity to receive calm, slow and steady practice on Docking, Casting off, Maneuvering in tight places (“Turning a boat on a dime.”), Man Overboard Scenario, and more.  This three (3) hour hands-on boating lesson will be performed on the water while aboard the Orange Troller, with an experienced US Coast Guard Licensed Master Captain.  You will also receive a comprehensive packet which will contain a boatload of information which includes Boating and Equipment Tips.  All lessons are private.

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Lake Anna Striper Fishing Lessons

Striper – Rockfish Fishing on Lake Anna:

Dislike having to catch, buy, or maintain live bait?  Want to learn in detail how to troll fish and catch the BIG LEAGUE Striper – Rockfish using no live bait?  Learn how to use artificial lures then kick back and enjoy the breeze as you gently troll along.  Suddenly, “BANG!” heart pounding action to the sound of multiple reels screaming as these Big Game Fish attack!  That’s trolling for Striper!

Trolling, in essence, is the art of fishing by trailing one or more hook and line behind a moving boat.  We offer a hands-on class to those wishing to learn Capt. Ellis’ successful trolling techniques, using artificial lures, in catching Striped Bass, also known as “Striper” and “Rockfish.”  All of the necessary learning equipment will be provided.  You will also receive a comprehensive packet which will contain a boatload of information which includes a list of our tackle used.  Each class is scheduled to run three (3) hours and will take place on the water, aboard the Orange Troller.  All lessons are private.

We are unique.  You won’t find Striped Bass Trolling Lessons like ours on the entire East Coast!

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SONAR – Fish-Finder Lessons

This on the water class focuses on the very basic fundamentals of SONAR as it applies to common Fish-Finders used by the everyday fresh/saltwater angler. It is presented in a laid back, easy to understand format which has been designed to simplify the complex and often misunderstood science of SONAR technology and its related equipment. This lesson was developed to give you accurate knowledge so you may correctly advance your own skills as a SONAR/Fish-Finder operator and aid you more accurately understand and interpret what you see on your screen.  The science information presented in this class applies to ALL BRANDS of common Fish-Finders.  All lessons are private.

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