Michigan Fishing Report – February 25, 2026
Michigan DNR
February 25, 2026
Anglers here reported a steady coho salmon bite this past week along with large schools of smelt and cisco throughout the bay.
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What’s the health status of the Great Lakes? Latest binational report sheds some light
John Hageman
February 25, 2026
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Environment Canada released a 43-page binational report on Jan. 20 titled “State of the Great Lakes 2025 Report” that shows the condition of these bodies of water pursuant
Michigan Mixed Bag: NRC monthly meetings to be livestreamed
Staff and News Reports
February 24, 2026
DNR plans to livestream meetings of the Michigan Natural Resources Commission (NRC) in an effort to make it easier for the public to learn about the work of the commission and stay engaged on topics
Updated: Michigan’s 2026 Black Lake sturgeon season ends in 48 minutes
Staff Report
February 24, 2026
This year’s sturgeon season on Michigan’s Black Lake (in Cheboygan and Presque Isle counties) ended at 8:48 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7.
The season, which included spearing and hook-and-line fishing, was scheduled to run Feb.
Proposal would up the cost of hunting, fishing licenses in Michigan
Ralph Loos
February 20, 2026
Will Michigan’s hunters and anglers face a higher tab for doing what they enjoy doing most?
The question involves a staple of many wallets: the sturdy $5 bill. There are upsides and downsides to
Michigan Fishing Report – February 18, 2026
Michigan DNR
February 18, 2026
Anglers here reported large schools of smelt in the bay. Popular baits were wax worms and minnows.
So you want to own a quality fly rod? Here’s what to consider
Tori McCormick
February 17, 2026
It was a cold winter’s night in 1992.
My money clip was fat. I had finally saved enough random $10 and $20 bills for a purchase I had been pondering for months. A purchase,
Top anglers start their seasons; a 2026 national bass fishing tournament preview
Joe Albert
February 15, 2026
For fans of professional bass fishing, the most wonderful time of the year starts now.
Consider: There are 31 weekends between when the two major national tournament circuits – the Major League Fishing Bass
Ice fishing for smelt is a Michigan winter tradition
Mike Gnatkowski
February 14, 2026
Michigan winters can be long, drawn-out affairs if you don’t find something to keep you busy. One experience Michiganders look forward to is ice fishing for smelt. It’s a winter tradition that many families and
