The Amazing History of The Bay Port Commercial Fishing District
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.
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.
Getting Ready for Winter: How to Properly Winterize Your Boat
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
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.
Michigan’s Upcoming Free Fishing Weekend February, 19-20
Get out on the ice with Michigan’s annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend, which will take place this year on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 19 and 20.
5 Essential Safety Tips When Boating & Fishing With Dogs
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
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
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.
Indiana Record Whitefish Caught In Lake Michigan
Phil Duracz of Chesterton, Indiana, broke the state record for whitefish while fishing on Lake Michigan near Portage on March 6. Duracz’s catch weighed 9.34 pounds, besting the previous record from 2019 by 1.65 pounds. Lake whitefish state records are the …