Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: Rivers
New stream fish trend viewer let’s Michigan anglers find wild trout
By Howard Meyerson I’ve lost track of how often I have wondered trout fishing on this or that river, how big they are, and how to access the water. Perhaps you too keep a dog-eared copy of Gerth Hendrickson’s original … Continue reading
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Tagged Bass, DNR, Fish, Fishing, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Rivers, Salmon, Trout, Wild Fish
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A Story of Recovery: Boardman River restoration looks better all the time
By Howard Meyerson While picking through the natural debris on the bottom of Grasshopper Creek, a tiny stream feeding the upper Boardman River, two scientists with the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians began to get excited. Brett … Continue reading
Grand Rapids couple to paddle the Mississippi for clean water
By Howard Meyerson Every now and then we get an opportunity to express in life those things we hold dear – a point where we live our ideals. Gary and Linda DeKock are two such people who do that regularly, … Continue reading
Brookie survey continues in Upper Peninsula
By Howard Meyerson MARQUETTE, MICH. – Upper Peninsula fisheries managers are collecting data from five U.P. brook trout streams this season with the intent of adding three of those to the state’s experimental brook trout stream category in 2015. Five … Continue reading
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Tagged Brook Trout, Conservation, Environment, Fishing, Nature, Rivers, Trout, Upper Peninsula
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Manipulating Sea Lamprey: Researchers experiment with chemical enticements, repellants
By Howard Meyerson That researchers are now studying how to chemically manipulate sea lamprey behavior, reminds me of the early DuPont chemical company advertising slogan: “Better Living Through Chemistry.” That old saw came out in 1935. The chemical industry was trying … Continue reading
Spring fishing in Michigan: High stream flows may affect young trout
By Howard Meyerson Michigan’s trout fishing season opened April 26 on more than 1,400 rivers and streams. Add nearly 200 others open year-round, and by any account, there is a lot of water to explore. Personally, I am ready. It’s … Continue reading
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Tagged Conservation, DNR, Environment, Fish, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Rivers, Trout
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Fall Canoeing: Great beauty for those who go prepared for the elements
By Howard Meyerson Fall is a great time to canoe Michigan rivers. Air temperatures are cool. The bugs are gone. And northern woods are typically ablaze with color. But fall weather can be fickle, so paddlers need to be ready. … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, AuSable River, Big Two Hearted River, Canoe, Canoeing, Dry bag, Paddling, Rivers
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Natural State: Black River paddle an enjoyable, wild outing
By Howard Meyerson BANGOR, MI — The heat of the day seemed to slip away as our group floated into the shady reaches of the Black River where its gentle current carried us forward and the overhead canopy offered cool … Continue reading
Spring steelhead: Anglers full of anticipation
By Howard Meyerson GRANT, MI — Anticipation is always a big lure when fishing, particularly as the seasons change from winter to spring. Fresh steelhead runs show up on many Michigan streams and this particular morning was no exception. Captain … Continue reading
Boardman River washout: fish, wildlife impacts not serious
By Howard Meyerson Wildlife and fish habitat on the Boardman River was hit hard by a five foot deep surge of water on October 6 when a 20-foot draw-down of Brown Bridge Dam pond got out of control. State and other officials … Continue reading
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Tagged Boardman River, Brown Bridge Dam, Conservation, Environment, Fish, Nature, Rivers, Trout, Wildlife
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