Category: Fishing

Walleye Fishing in Saginaw Bay Clean Up

From trolling for walleye in Wild Fowl Bay to gigging for tasty perch along the Caseville break wall, we love to cover this elusive sport. We also cover the politics and activity in Lansing that affect the Commerical Fishing In Michigan and the Great Lakes.

Here are a few of our best Michigan fishing stories.

The Amazing History of The Bay Port Commercial Fishing District

Posted on July 22, 2022July 25, 2022 by Michael Hardy

Bay Port Commercial Fishing District was designated a National Historic Place in 1977. At the time there were seven buildings on the site. Now three remain.

Getting Ready for Winter: How to Properly Winterize Your Boat

Posted on June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 by Pete Danylewycz

Anglers from cold climates know that they need to prepare their boats for the long, hard months of winter. And even in areas blessed with milder weather, if you’re not going to be hitting the water again until spring, it’s a very, very good idea to winterize your boat.

Michigan Commercial Fishing Law – Governor Whitmer Signs Bill To constrain DNR Rulemaking

Posted on March 30, 2022August 16, 2022 by Michael Hardy

Senate Bill 251 amends Michigan commercial fishing laws to limit the DNR’s ability to create commercial fishing rules in favor of codified language set by the Michigan legislature.

Fish Basics: How to Scale and Clean a Whole Fish Like a Pro

Posted on October 27, 2021January 14, 2022 by Annette Hinshaw

Planning to cook fish for dinner? Are you wondering how to gut and scale it?

Read this step by step guide with videos to know how to scale and clean a whole fish like a pro easily.

Sailboat Drones Begin Fish Count in Lakes Huron-Michigan

Posted on August 9, 2021November 2, 2021 by Michael Hardy

A pair of drone sailboats begins a project to estimate fish stocks in Lakes Huron-Michigan.

The project will last two month.

5 Essential Safety Tips When Boating & Fishing With Dogs

Posted on July 26, 2021July 15, 2023 by Kenneth Reeves

With a bit of planning and forethought Fishing and Boating with your dog can be a safe and enriching experience.

Here are five tips.

Bill Looks to Reel In Michigan DNR on Commercial Fishing Rule Making

Posted on June 9, 2021November 7, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Senate Bill 251 would amend the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to restrict the DNR’s authority to issue Fisheries Orders to manage the Michigan licensed commercial fishery.

Brenke Fish Ladder in Lansing Michigan

Posted on April 18, 2021November 10, 2021 by Malcom Mott

The Brenke Fish Ladder was built in 1981. Its to help fish swimming up the Grand River pass the dam without injury. The fish ladder is a peaceful place to visit along the river.