Join us as we travel to western Michigan, where we will fish some of
the finest steelhead waters in the world; the Muskegon, Pere Marquette, Rogue,
and Manistee rivers. Spey and traditional fly fishing gear will be used to accomplish
various techniques; which include indicator nymphing, bottom bouncing,
and/or swinging streamers. Three days of fishing will be split
into drift or jet boat, and walk and wade trips. One day we may fish a
medium-sized river and the next a river almost the width of a football field.
This will be based on local conditions and the guide's recommendations as to
where the best fishing opportunities will be.
Steelies or "chromers", as they are affectionately known, are an exceptional fish.
They are known to be extremely aggressive, consuming almost anything that comes across their
path; salmon fry, sculpins, small trout, and other forage fish are prime targets, as well as, many aquatic nymphs,
larvae, and crustaceans.
Some begin their migration out of the Great Lakes up the rivers in the fall but many arrive in late winter/early
spring. It is at this time that they attempt to complete their annual spawning ritual. This ritual usually lasts
from February through May and "prime time" is mid March through mid April. Late March/early April offers great angling opportunities
due to the fact that many of the rivers will have steelies at all stages of their spawn; pre-spawn, spawn, and post-spawn.
The pre-spawn and post-spawn fish can be voracious. Join in on the excitement and possibly catch the fish of a lifetime!
Guides are $350.00 per day and this price includes guided fishing, a streamside meal,
and gear (if needed).
Price for 2 days of guided fishing is $700.00
(split between 2 anglers is $350.00 each).
The 3rd angling day is a FREE wading day on one of the areas smaller tributaries.
Airfare, lodging, transportation, booze, and meals are additional expenses.
