Fly fishing
Aug 31, 2021 15:40:28 #
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Where would you like to fish? I see you’re S of Detroit, so…there? The U.P.? Sorry, but we need something to work with. Also what would you like to catch? We may be able to rustle up some experts with a little more details.
Welcome, by the way!
Welcome, by the way!
Aug 31, 2021 16:34:57 #
ToMuch
Loc: N E NE
ToMuch wrote:
We are all looking for them.
I mapped your location. Good looking area. Lots of fishing reports for the big lake . Not so much for inland waters. Huron R. has lots of bends and access west of fort st.
Chinook are being caught in 60-80 ft on spoons. Got a boat ? Smb and lmb are being caught along the rocks on crawlers. Might try plastics. Your call. Tight lines!!
Aug 31, 2021 21:32:52 #
sherri duke wrote:
Want to know good spots
Welcome Sherri duke. Can’t help you out where you are but I’m sure someone will be along. Welcome aboard.
Aug 31, 2021 21:36:39 #
Depending on how far you desire to travel, there are numerous streams in the Northern Lower Peninsula that would peak your interest...most with excellent public access. Right in your backyard you will find the Rogue...and a bit downstate are Paint Creek and the upper reaches of the Huron River. Many folks limit their fly casting to trout, but you can also catch bass, pike, panfish, and a variety of other species provided that you apply the correct techniques in both rivers and lakes/ponds. If you are into trout, MI has a wealth of possibilities, and a person could spend several lifetimes, fishing everyday, and only end up covering a tiny fraction of what is available.
Up North, below the "Mighty Mack", you've got the Black River, Sturgeon River, The Pigeon, Thunder Bay, AuSable, Manistee, Boardman, Betsie, The Pere Marquette, Muskegon, The Jordan, The Rifle...etc... only to name a random few of the "popular" ones. I have fished each of the ones that quickly came to mind, and they are awesome. There are also hundreds of small spring fed feeder creeks and tributaries as well. And this is just what is in the Lower Peninsula! There are also numerous trout "lakes" to try too. It is probably fair to say that there are thousands of miles of trout streams in MI. Kind of has me wondering now! The Upper Peninsula is also home to hundreds of choices.
You can even take a peek inside of the MI fishing regulations booklet, which mostly focus's on the "blue ribbon" waters. Many streams can be floated, waded...or both.
I would highly recommend stopping by a fly shop and browsing their book library. There are a few specific publication "gems" that showcase Michigan trout streams, and Trout Unlimited has done a fabulous job of printing a series of spiral bound hard copy guide books for some of the major river systems. I think I have the entire set for MI, and they contain a wealth of information.
Good luck when you go...and just an FYI...trout season for inland waters (lakes/streams) will end at the end of September...so hopefully you will get a chance to hit the water during the next month!
Winding this up with a few photos for inspiration!
Up North, below the "Mighty Mack", you've got the Black River, Sturgeon River, The Pigeon, Thunder Bay, AuSable, Manistee, Boardman, Betsie, The Pere Marquette, Muskegon, The Jordan, The Rifle...etc... only to name a random few of the "popular" ones. I have fished each of the ones that quickly came to mind, and they are awesome. There are also hundreds of small spring fed feeder creeks and tributaries as well. And this is just what is in the Lower Peninsula! There are also numerous trout "lakes" to try too. It is probably fair to say that there are thousands of miles of trout streams in MI. Kind of has me wondering now! The Upper Peninsula is also home to hundreds of choices.
You can even take a peek inside of the MI fishing regulations booklet, which mostly focus's on the "blue ribbon" waters. Many streams can be floated, waded...or both.
I would highly recommend stopping by a fly shop and browsing their book library. There are a few specific publication "gems" that showcase Michigan trout streams, and Trout Unlimited has done a fabulous job of printing a series of spiral bound hard copy guide books for some of the major river systems. I think I have the entire set for MI, and they contain a wealth of information.
Good luck when you go...and just an FYI...trout season for inland waters (lakes/streams) will end at the end of September...so hopefully you will get a chance to hit the water during the next month!
Winding this up with a few photos for inspiration!
brown trout caught and released during MI fabled "hex hatch"
even warmwater species like munching in flies! - Smallmouth bass
brook trout - always a thrill to catch on the fly
Sep 1, 2021 10:05:44 #
fishyaker wrote:
Great pics young'un. Welcome Sherri.....Depending on how far you desire to travel, there a... (show quote)
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