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Hot Summer Perfect for Catching Smallmouth on Flies

By Howard Meyerson NEWAYGO, MI — Hot summer days aren’t always the best for trout, but summer is dynamite for smallmouth bass. And fortunately, Michigan has a number of great rivers for smallies. What’s special about smallmouth is they are … Continue reading

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Ann Miller’s Guide to Midwest Fly Hatches sure to please

By Howard Meyerson The dedication in Ann Miller’s new book, “Hatch Guide for Upper Midwest Streams,” is not unusual in its expressed gratitude to her husband, Ken Ankli, and their three daughters: Aura, Abbey and Aiden. Authors often thank those … Continue reading

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Healing Waters: How fishing helps veterans cope with the scars of war

By Howard Meyerson NEWAYGO, MI — Any differences were set aside when they stepped off the bus; those of the men who had gone to war and come back sullied; and those of the open-faced anglers who greeted them, hoping … Continue reading

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Michigan man brings Arctic Grayling back as tribute to a father

By Howard Meyerson FARWELL — It was a sunny, mild day in early April when I climbed into a drift boat with Jeff Johnson and Terry Drinkwine for an unusual day of trout fishing. Johnson, our gracious host, offered some … Continue reading

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Fly fisher Bette Davis: Who knew?

Bette Davis in waders – who could have imagined? Davis was the “The First Lady of the American Screen,” even referred to as the “Fifth Warner Brother,” according to her official site, but you’d be hard pressed to find her … Continue reading

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Friday Fishin’ Pics: Trout on the Muskegon River

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Fly fishing on the Muskegon River is always a good time. It’s big water with a great population of brown trout, rainbows and steelhead.  I joined Phil Cusey, a Grand Rapids fishing guide and friend, for  this delightful day. Drew, … Continue reading

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Big Brookies

Big Brookies

Sometimes you just have a good day on the water.

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