• Guided Trips

     

    Thinking about an amazing fly fishing adventure in the Upper Peninsula? We can make that a reality! Give us a call or drop us a note and let us help you plan the perfect trip. We'll take care of everything, all you'll need to do is just relax and have an amazing time.

  • We offer several guide trip options to fit any budget or schedule:

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    Full Day

    Full-day trips are the ultimate way to get out and catch fish.

    • 8 hours of fishing
    • Hearty riverside meal
    • All gear provided
    • Float or wade
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    Half Day

    Half-day trips are easy to squeeze into a packed vacation schedule.

    • 4 hours of fishing
    • Drinks and snacks
    • All gear provided
    • Wade only
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    Quarter Day

    Quarter-day trips are great way to hit a hatch or escape for a few.

    • 2.5 hours of fishing
    • Drinks and snacks
    • All gear provided
    • Wade only
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  • About Our Float Trips & Wade Trips

     

    Float trips vs walk & wading trips are largely dictated by water levels which are the result of how much precipitation (rain or snow) our local river systems have received. When we get decent precipitation (usually Mar-Jun) the water levels will run higher and floating will be the most effective option and sometimes the only option. When we get dry spells (usually July-Sep) the water levels drop, and depending on the flows, wading may be the only option. The takeaway here is that mother nature deals the cards and we do our best to play 'em.

     

    The amazing trout waters we fish are best experienced by walking and wading especially when targeting the epic evening hatches. On these waters, the walking and wading are minimal, easy, and enjoyable. Most of the time we're meandering along a trail or bank, working our way up and down the river, targeting wonderful little buckets, pools, and runs from the bank. When we wade, we're usually only about knee-deep, and because it's a wide shallow river with a flat granite bottom you'll have stable footing. We have safely guided anglers of all ages (younger and older) and all mobility levels. We take our time, we're careful, and we help every step of the way. Wade trips allow us to be right there at your hip directing and coaching you, and without a boat to manage, we can spend more time on instruction and technique.

     

    Float trips are best for steelhead and smallmouth season, or when clients have mobility issues, or when floating is the only option due to high water levels. We have two well-equipped drift boats. Spring steelhead and smallmouth seasons tend to give us more opportunity to float due to higher, seasonal flows and the opportunity to get into very remote stretches of rivers. Float trips help us access water that can't be reached on foot and it gives us the ability to fish when water is running really high. We can and do run float trips for trout, getting back into remote stretches of river best fished with streamers or by mousing at night.

     

    Regardless, whether doing a float or a walk & wade, your safety and comfort level are our #1 priority. Please contact us and we can discuss options to make sure you have the best possible day on the water.

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  • Planning Your Trip 

    What's included when you book a trip:

    - A great rod/reel outfit by Sage, Redington, or Orvis.

    - All the flies and terminal tackle you'll need on your outing.

    - A delicious, streamside lunch will be provided on all full-day trips.

    - Snacks and drinks will be provided with all trips.

    - If needed we can provide boots and waders if doing a walk & wade trip.

     

    What you'll need to bring:
    - Valid Michigan fishing license (get one here: www.mdnr-elicense.com).
    - Sunglasses, hat, and weather-appropriate clothing (we'll provide recommendations before your trip).
     

    Payment, cancellations, and refunds:

    - Deposits will be collected via PayPal to hold the trip date and the balance will be due in cash at end of the trip.

    - Damaged fly rods will entail a $150 charge to offset warranty repair cost.

     

    Other special mentions:

    - We practice catch and release on all guided fly fishing trips (we take tons of pictures and share them).

     

    Have a question or request?

    - We'll do our very best to accommodate special requests or situations.

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    Planning Your Stay

    If you are staying in Escanaba, MI there are many great options for lodging, eating, and exploring. This area is a Lake Michigan coastal paradise with 211 miles of varied shoreline, the most of any county in the continental U.S. Beautiful beaches, trails, and stunning limestone cliffs along Big and Little Bays de Noc offer spectacular sightseeing by foot, bike, or kayak.

     

    Lodging:

    Comfort Suites

    Magnuson Grand Pioneer Inn & Suites

    Quality Inn & Suites

    Terrace Bay Hotel

    Island Resort & Casino

     

    Eat and drink:

    The Stonehouse

    Hereford & Hops

    Upper Hand Brewery

    Freshwater Grill & Tavern

    Stone Cup Coffee House

     

    Activities:

    Bike and Hike 

    Golf 

    Parks and Recreation 

    Water Sports 

    Beaches

     

    Sightseeing:

    Ludington Park

    Lighthouses

    Fayette Historic Townsite