Tag: Fishing

Michigan’s inland and Great Lakes are Sportsmen’s paradise for fishing. Thumbwind looks for news that impacts the commercial and sports fishing industries in Michigan and the Great Lakes

Here are our top articles covering fishing.

Perfectly Prepared Walleye – 5 Easy Steps & Tips

Posted on July 3, 2023July 3, 2023 by Michael Hardy

Preparing perfectly cooked walleye for a Michigan summer meal easy and delicious. Here are step by step technique to impress your guests.

Top 5 Amazing Outdoor Adventures For A Bachelor Party In Michigan

Posted on June 22, 2023July 30, 2025 by Paul Austin

Bid farewell to bachelorhood with an adrenaline-filled adventure in Michigan’s great outdoors. From kayaking down roaring rapids to exploring picturesque nature trails, discover the top 5 outdoor adventures for an unforgettable bachelor party experience.

40 Top Michigan Fishing Tournaments in and Around The Thumb Region – 2023

Posted on May 19, 2023May 19, 2023 by Michael Hardy

These are this years 2023 Michigan fishing tournaments that have been listed with the Michigan DNR for Bay, Huron, Sanilac, Lapeer, Tuscola, and St. Clair Counties. Tag this post and watch for updates as information becomes available.

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.

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.

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.

A Short History of The Saginaw Bay Fishery

Posted on January 8, 2021November 23, 2022 by Malcom Mott

Historically, Saginaw Bay supported Lake Huron’s largest commercial walleye fishery and was second in the Great Lakes to only Lake Erie.

The earliest commercial fisheries dated to the 1830s, and walleye were specifically noted in catch records as early as 1858.

Michigan DNR Shut Down Michigan Commercial Fishing in 2021

Posted on January 7, 2021January 28, 2026 by Michael Hardy

The Michigan Fish Producers Association representing the few commercial fishermen that remain in Michigan is suing the state’s Department of Natural Resources over changes to industry rules. Commercial fishermen were informed by the Michigan DNR that the agency did not renew commercial fishing licenses for 2021.