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Cooler weather better, but low water levels problem

NORTHWEST REGION Erie — The perch bite has improved with limits being taken in 56 to 64 feet. Walleyes are hit or miss, but some anglers are catching limits of 24 inches and over. A

Hunter inspiration cooled by warm September temps

BIG SIX LAKE MILLE LACS East – Walleyes continue to be pulled off the tops and edges of most mud flats during the day. Crawlers and spinners have been the best presentation in 22 to

Perch fishing is heating up as fall weather approaches

SOUTHEASTERN LP Lake St. Clair Fishing is picking up on Lake St. Clair. Muskie fishing remains good on the Canadian side of the lake, and smallmouth bass are hitting all over. Perch fishing is improving

Fishing action picking up as weather patterns stabilize

ALGOMA AREA Salmon and trout fishing on Lake Michigan slowed down drastically last week. The fish are scattered in relatively deep water. Anglers have reported some success in 100-350 feet of water and 60-150 feet

Fishing has held up pretty well where waters are deep

Relentless humidity this summer made slightly higher than normal temperatures feel more intense, while lack of precipitation created a drought-like condition through much of the state, according to AccuWeather meteorologist Joe Margusity. Central Pennsylvania, especially

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