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March is a rollercoaster. On the nice days we have been balancing work with play. On one hand, there is a ton to get done around the lodge before the trout begin rising. On the other hand, it’s hard not to go fishing on a nice fishing day. Today, for
From Matt Re: Grand Rapids area
The spring run of steelhead is here.
Warmer temperatures and a bump in river levels have pushed a lot of fish up the river systems. Most of our rivers still have a good amount of stain to the water from the recent snow runoff
Not the rainbows…the red-winged blackbirds. After a nice weekend down at the Midwest Fly Fishing Expo, our tired crew returned home, unloaded fishing gear late into the night, dropped off the U-Haul truck, and then, at the lodge on Monday morning, heard the surest sign of spring: the red-winged blackbirds.
**True North Trout** in Kalkaska, Michigan, is excited to announce an **Introduction to Fly Fishing Camp** on August 1 & 2, 2025, set against the picturesque backdrop of the Upper Manistee River. This immersive two-day camp is perfect for those with a basic understanding of fishing and the outdoors, looking
The longer days, return of sunshine and the installation of frost law speed limit signs on the shoulders of highways are indications that it’s Spring Steelhead season. A late arriving but “old school” winter with lots of snow and cold temps kept winter enthusiasts happy in N.W. Michigan, but the
Lately, temperatures have ranged from moderate to downright cold, and the most effective flies on the river have been small stoneflies in brown and black, tiny caddis patterns, and midges. The key right now is to get them down low and let them drift slow.
Manistee River Fishing Report 3.7.25
After a long, cold winter we are finally starting to see some signs of spring. Rain and snowmelt earlier in the week has bumped up the flows on the Manistee and has given the river a great green color. There is already an
February 27, 2025 Northern Angler Fishing Report
The warm temperatures this week have started the spring thaw and we are chomping at the bit to get out and chase fish on a more regular basis! The staff has been carving out some time to get out and fish and it
Live and Die with a Dry Fly!
When I think about the many traditions immersed in the fly fishing world, images of dry fly fishing for trout quickly come to mind. Dry fly fishing is truly an artistic pursuit. It is typically the first of many fly fishing experiences a trout angler
With warmer temperatures and a little bit of ice melt off we’ve seen a spike in fish activity. Sections of river that were once iced over are now starting to open up and we are starting to see new steelhead arrive daily.
Trout fishing has been very good on the