Northern Michigan is experiencing unusually high temperatures without cool nights resulting in water temps well into the 70s. While this not only makes the fishing tough as the trout become lethargic any hooked fish is pretty much assured mortality after bringing them to the net. As a result trout fishing trips are being suspended until […]

With May upon us we find ourselves still under the squeeze of Covid-19. Anglers can still fish on their own or with members of their household but in compliance with Michigan’s Stay Home/Safe order not with others unless 6ft of distance can be maintained. I have been contacted by customers old and new about the […]

The Last few days out have been still really good fishing for May.. Kings and lake trout mostly.. There’s fish kinda all over right now shallow or deep. We fished deep on Saturday and ended up with nine nice fish. We have openings to get you out on the lake warming temps should […] The post May17th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service....

The Last few days out have been still really good fishing for May.. Kings and lake trout mostly.. There’s fish kinda all over right now shallow or deep. We fished deep on Saturday and ended up with nine nice fish. We have openings to get you out on the lake warming temps should […] The post May17th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service....

First trip out in Lake Michigan was a good one.. Kings lake trout and a steelhead. Lots of action this morning.. We are open for business call Capt lance to get your trip lined up on this hot action..810-444-8114 The post May13th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service.

First trip out in Lake Michigan was a good one.. Kings lake trout and a steelhead. Lots of action this morning.. We are open for business call Capt lance to get your trip lined up on this hot action..810-444-8114 The post May13th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service.

The Michigan Stay Home/Stay Safe order has been extended through the month of April so guide trips will become available again starting May 1 2020. > Anglers can still fish on their own if they maintain social distancing (6’) and will find steelhead in all the local […]

In compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order guide trips have been suspended until April 13th 2020. As interpreted outdoor activities are still permissible however maintaining the 6 foot distance between others is not feasible during guide trips which led to this decision. It’s not easy to walk away from three weeks of income nor is […]

Most of the snow is gone (except for north facing slopes) and much of that runoff has found it’s way to the river systems. Water levels are up on area rivers and they have some stain to them. The Manistee below Tippy Dam is running 3 200 cfs and the Betsie too is running full. The […]

It’s been a see-saw winter with snow mild temps more snow etc. But the calendar notes it is January and any chance to get out and fish this time of year should be considered a bonus. Despite the warm-ups the water temperatures on local rivers remain in the lower 30s. Whether you are looking to […]

The winning number of the Koozie is 115!!! The post January 12th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service.

The winning number of the Koozie is 115!!! The post January 12th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service.

The mild fall came to an abrupt stop last week with a cold front and significant snowfall dropping the water temperatures in the local rivers. Temps on the Manistee and Betsie are in the upper 30s after dropping about 8 degrees in 10 days. Now as it rains the snow is sure to melt but […]

Mid-October finds the weather and fisheries in-line with the calendar. The river banks are popping with color as the leaves and salmon change color while some chrome steelhead show up. The salmon run is past the peak however a fresh one shows up occasionally. With the erratic weather patterns since late August I wouldn’t be […]

Steelhead fishing has been very good. Rain and the right temps now has made fishing easy last few days. These fish are hot right now jumping out of the water multiple times per fight. We have some openings call or text Capt Lance 810-444-8114. The post October 15th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service.

Steelhead fishing has been very good. Rain and the right temps now has made fishing easy last few days. These fish are hot right now jumping out of the water multiple times per fight. We have some openings call or text Capt Lance 810-444-8114. The post October 15th appeared first on Steelhead Hunter Guide Service.

A few trees are starting to change colors as we head to the river but they remain pretty green along the river bank. Water temps are just starting to drop below the 60 degree mark after some cooler temps and more of the same in the forecast. Another batch of rain has sent another batch […]

With September well underway anglers are finding salmon in a number of the local rivers. These fish are migratory and with the inconsistent weather (think shifting winds) the run has been truncated and some days are better than others as these fish work their way upstream. The Betsie has been really busy as this natural […]

Not a whole lot has changed since the last fishing report. A long period of virtually no rain has the rivers running low and clear which tends to be the case for this time of year. Cool nights have kept the water temps on the upper Manistee and Boardman rivers in the low 60’s making […]

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