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With years of experience in the field and on the water, our team has developed a deep understanding of Michigan’s landscapes, game birds, and fish species. From reading the woods for grouse to knowing where trophy trout hide, we use our expertise to create unforgettable hunting and fishing experiences.

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Michigan Streamer Fishing

Tips and Techniques for Brown Trout Michigan has a long and storied trout fishing history. The Adams dry fly was born on the Boardman. Trout Unlimited was created on the...
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Fly Patterns

Hawkins Outfitters is one of the larger guide services in Michigan. We fish the Manistee, AuSable and Pere Marquette Rivers and are constantly looking for ways to get our clients...
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2021 Upland and Waterfowl Season Recap

As I’m sitting here writing this, there is over a foot of snow at my house and it looks like the only thing that the grouse are going to be...
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Hexes, and Other Big Bugs!

Hexes at night Hexes and other big bugs! Manistee River trout fishing is some of the finest dry fly fishing that can be found in the Midwest. Trout can be...
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Michigan Steelhead Report

Manistee River Below Tippy Dam The Manistee is in good shape, running a bit below its normal winter levels and has a great green color to it. Fishing has been...
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Spring Steelhead in Michigan

Spring steelhead fishing in Michigan is a different animal from fall steelhead fishing. The difference is due to several factors, water temperature, the urge to spawn, and available food supplies....