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Boardman River
The Lower Boardman has seen a steady push of salmon over the past couple of weeks, with fresh fish still trickling in. Egg flies and beads in bright colors have been the most productive, especially during early mornings and late evenings. Warm temperatures and bright sunshine are making
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Well it is “officially” fall, but it still does not feel like it. However, the leaves are turning and starting to drop…hard to believe October is just a day away! Time flies when you are chasing fish and having fun; not to mention
Northern Angler Fly Shop Fishing Report September 27, 2025
Rain finally happened this week and the migratory fishing really kicked off in full force. We saw a good pushes of King salmon, coho, salmon, and a few skippers showing up in the system this week on the big Manistee.
Hey guys, long time! Sorry about that, but if you’ve been following our (My personal and BBT’s) social media accounts you’ll see that I have been posting some…
John and I had a great couple of days with Nate, Tom, Bruce and Terry downriver “pitching sticks”!
Truth be told
Results-wise, this has been a very fishy September. September on the Au Sable can be fickle. This was has been a good one. Anglers have gotten better, equipment and new flies have helped, and we’ve learned a few things as well. But beyond the results, this time of year is
As September winds down, so does the summer weather with temperatures starting to drop a little. The water levels on all the region’s rivers are very low and clear making fishing a little tough. For those looking for the migratory salmon, you will find fish in rivers like the Betsie
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Last week felt like June everyday on the river, not mid-September! Warmer then normal and no rain, but that is going to change this week…hopefully?!?! We are expecting several rain events and temps back down to normal…this will help the migration of our mighty