Boat and ATV owners, others seek rollback of E15 mandates on fuel
The government-mandated use of ethanol as an additive in gasoline is wreaking havoc on boat motors and small engines.
Michigan – Mike Schoonveld
Remember the acronym C.O.L.D to keep yourself warm when hunting, fishing, recreating outdoors in winter
If ice fishing or other activities tempt you outdoors these days, the one thing that can ruin the experience is getting cold.
More endangered species means more money for fish and animal research
Since the Endangered Species Act was passed monetary value of an animal is no longer a criteria used to determine its worth to the world.
Undeniable truths about fishing, boating
From fishing hot spots and adverse weather to hot lures and docking your boat, there are several undeniable truths you should consider when it’s time to go fishing.
Don’t blame worms for climate change
I understand the worries about climate change.
Now is the time to winterize your fishing reels
When winterizing your fishing reels be sure to loosen the drag to preserve the washers.
Camera phones have replaced bulky cameras for creating many fishing videos.
There’s certainly nothing wrong with making videos for personal use only, but making better productions that are enjoyable, entertaining and fun to watch by any fisherman isn’t all that hard to do.
A different take on shooting a hero picture with your fish
Fishing photographs take a little time to setup, especially if you are in a boat on the water.
Salmon, steelhead catch reports are up on Lake Michigan
Looking for a good deal on a Great Lakes fishing boat or other Midwest trout and salmon gear? Now is the time!
The esox masquinongy: one of Michigan’s rarest trophies
Walk into a bait shop most places in Michigan and ask what the Esox masquinongy has been biting lately and the proprietor may look at you funny…
Most boat fuel isn’t E-Z anymore
There are no gas stations between my house and the places I normally launch that serve up E-Zero gasoline.
Winter is a good time to tune-up your tackle box
For those of you not infected with the ice fishing bug, this time of year usually brings a case of cabin fever.
Smells make the memories
Got a whiff of something this morning, instantly taking me back to a place I’ve been, and loved, in the past.
Get out fishing and take advantage of El Nino's warm weather
Auburn says the degree will help develop the education and skills needed to work in outdoor recreation including hunting and fishing operations.We’re having a late start to winter. For those of us who are less-than-ardent fans of winter and its silent sports, that’s a good thing. For those of you who are less-than-ardent fans of winterizing your boat that’s also…
El Nino and the Great Lakes
Doomsayers claim it’s a part of the world’s “climate change.” The mouths on steadier heads say, it’s happened before and will happen again.
Coyote trapping is the toughest game in town
Mathematically speaking, trapping is by far a tougher task than hunting with a gun or a bow.
What color is a crane?
An experience with cranes many years ago while working with the USFWS remains in the author’s memory.
Lake Michigan September slam
Some of the best trout and salmon fishing in Michigan is in the fall and the ultimate challenge is catching all five species of trout and salmon that live in Lake Michigan.
Make a list for your outdoor adventures
By making a list of items you might need on an upcoming hunting, fishing or trapping adventures ensures that you won’t have to make an unnecessary trip to the local department store.
Boil your lake trout
Consider a fish boil if you come home from your Great Lakes fishing trip with a load of lake trout.
Make the time to go fishing
Anglers often must go out of their way to take time out of their busy schedules to enjoy a relaxing day of fishing.
Commercial fish netters getting more for less
Michigan’s commercial fishing fleet caught fewer fish for market last year, but made more money than they did the year before.
A popular brand of marine fire extinguisher has been recalled
Boaters and anglers who own a boat should be aware that a popular brand of fire extinguisher used on many boats has been recalled.
It’s all in the fishing hat, does your hat have Mojo?
With warm weather arriving across the state, thoughts are turning to open-water fishing. One often forgot piece of fishing gear is the all-important fishing hat.
The lake trout conspiracy of Lake Michigan
Conspiracy theorists wonder why the number of salmon stocked into the Great Lakes has been cut substantially over recent years, but lake trout stocks have increased.
Low water levels on the Great Lakes are a thing of the past
Fluctuating weather patterns including an increase in precipitation have boosted the water levels in the Great Lakes.
