Brown trout were introduced to Michigan in 1883 and they now thrive statewide. Brown trout are more tolerant of warmer water temperatures than other trout species, thus, browns have become popular among anglers in many rivers across the state, ranging from Michigan’s best-known trophy waters to small, marginal trout streams in southern Michigan. Related Stories: Ice Fishing [...]

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources confirmed a new state record cisco (formerly known as lake herring). The fish was caught Friday, June 9, by Michael Lemanski of Florence, Wisconsin, on Lake Ottawa in Iron County in the western Upper Peninsula. The fish weighed 6.36 pounds and measured 21.8 inches. Related Stories: Chasing Reds: Top 6 [...]

Depending on where you’re camping, there’ll be different organic materials that are ideal for starting a fire. Occasionally, you’ll find yourself in a place without access to natural materials, and you’ll need to rely on whatever you happen to have along with you – or possibly come up with a creative solution to get a [...]