I can understand why hunters get so excited about the fall. In the relative scheme of things, hunting seasons are short, maybe a couple of months long. Hunters need to get out and enjoy their sport while they can.
Fishing on the other hand is a year-round endeavor. Anglers employ their trade anytime they like during the year, but they’re making a mistake if they don’t take advantage of the fall fishing frenzy.
October for Michigan anglers means making time for an annual frenzy
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