First Cicada

I heard the first cicada buzzing today.  The old saying is that means six weeks till frost. I’ve been keeping track of it for the past several years and it’s actually closer to eight. That means we can expect one in my neck of the woods about October 1st.... Read more

Wind, wind and more wind…..

I’ve been blogging about the frustrations of trying to get out on Saginaw Bay walleye fishing.  Well, those problems aren’t just limited to the east side of Michigan. I spent the weekend in Manistee…trying to get out salmon fishing. Saturday morning... Read more

Outdoor Magazine Radio (weekend of 8/1)

This week on the Outdoor Magazine radio show we kick off the month of August with lots of great conversation about hunting and fishing in Michigan and beyond. First, I describe my latest walleye outing on Saginaw Bay. You can read more about that here. Then RJ Meyer... Read more

The Ultimate Great Lakes Trolling Boat

You’ve heard me talk a lot about my Starcraft Islander on the Outdoor Magazine radio show, so I figured it was time to show you what she looks like. The boat is a 221OB. It’s 24’6″ inches from the tip of the bow to the back of the motor... Read more

She Threw Me a Bone

I was able to get out on Saginaw Bay walleye fishing after all. We caught a two man limit in just over an hour. Trolled 3/8 oz Rattle Tots in 6-8 feet of water at 2.1-3mph. Fished in my favorite, and most productive spot this summer…east of the Saginaw River.... Read more