Michigan Fly Fishing Ventures - Highlights

We specialize in guided fishing trips on several rivers in west Michigan, including the Muskegon, Pere Marquette, Manistee, Grand, Flat and White rivers. The Muskegon river north of Grand Rapids is our "home water". With the use of fly fishing or light spin tackle equipment, our "seasons" vary with the time of the year and the different fish available throughout the year. Fall finds large migratory Chinook salmon entering their natal rivers on their annual spawning run in September and October. Right behind them are fall steelhead, which are fished October - December. During the winter months, we can still fish for steelhead that are "holding over" in the river until their spring spawn, as well as resident trout. Spring brings steelhead into the river for their annual spawning run, followed by large insect hatches of May, June and early July, which provides exciting dry fly fishing for the fly fishing enthusiasts. Mid to late summer months are the best for warmwater species such as Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike. Nearly all fish, during varying times of the year, can be pursued with both fly fishing and light spin tackle. From beginnner to advanced angler, all experience levels are welcome. With over 20 years of service as a full time guide, I have taught literally thousands of people how to fish, with different techniques. From individual to group outings, most all requests can be accommodated. U.S.C.G. Master Captain Jeff Bacon is your guide and instructor.

Fall Salmon, fall steelhead and spring steelhead trips begin shortly after first light, as we meet at a pre-determined launch site and begin the day. Late spring and early summer trout fishing trips start later and we fish up to dusk, often following the "hatches" of insects that provide dry fly fishing opportunities. Mid to late summer Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike trips are scheduled based on forecasted weather and we're often in search of good conditions for some "low light" fishing, either first thing in the morning or last hours of the evening. All equipment is provided and personalized instruction is tailored to ones wants/needs. Soft beverages such as bottle water and soda are provided as well, full day outings include a grilled, streamside meal. Half day outings are 4+ hours on the water, full days are 8+ hours. NOT provided are valid Michigan fishing license and appropriate apparel.