Will ‘100% Fish’ program make whitefish golden?
A plan is in the works here in Michigan to increase the value of Great Lakes whitefish to aid the commercial fishing fleet.
Outdoor Wanderings by Mike Schoonveld
The big one that got away
So just how big was this walleye? Well, not likely as big as the guy who hooked it would lead us to believe. Because if it were ...
Extinguishing old fire extinguishers is required
Be sure your boat’s fire extinguisher is fully charged and ready for use just in case you need it.
Alphabet of agreements working for Great Lakes water quality
International agreements aim to aid Great Lakes.
You’ve eaten a credit card this week
Plastics have become a serious problem with our water resources.
What color are walleyes?
Walleyes come in a variety of color phases ranging from blue, to green, to gold and even silver.
International effort underway to make hi-res charts of Great Lakes
Modern technology is producing a much better picture of the bottoms of the Great Lakes.
End-of-season boat buying is 'cents-able' this year
If a boat is on your shopping list there is no better time to purchase one than right now.
An ice hater’s guide to ice fishing line
Attaching a fluorocarbon leader to your ice fishing line can make a difference in your success rate.
There’s no such thing as a do-it-all knife
Having a variety of knives on hand will make it easier to process your game and fish.
Unmanned surface vessels scanning lakes Michigan, Huron
The use of sail drones is helping fisheries managers collect data on fish populations in the Great lakes.
Plain or without tartar
It’s often said there are two kind of people – cat people and dog people. There seems to be a solid rift between classical music lovers and contemporary music fans. Mars vs. Venus. Leaders vs. followers. Cowboys vs. Indians. Meat…
Do your summer shirts perform for you?
Not long ago, during the summer months, most Michigan fishermen pulled on a tee-shirt if the day came with a prediction for warm weather and sunny skies. Then, if they were worried about too much sun or wanted to shield…
DBS when boating during safe boating week – or any time
Practice safe boating – Don't Boat stupidly – whenever you are on the water and help make the waterways as safe as they can be.
Proper maintenance is the 'reel' deal
It’s important to conduct a little annual maintenance on your reels, and right now is a good time to accomplish that task.
Replace the Buckthorn? Doubtful
Government agencies are constantly planning future budgets because each dollar they get has to pass through several filters and rankings before they actually get their funding. Not all agencies are created equally when it comes to getting the money for…
Cold finger defense
It’s easy to keep your fingers warm while fishing in cold weather if you follow these three tips.
A little fresh water goes a long way in keeping birds at your feeder throughout winter months
I’m an unabashed hunter and that includes both gamebirds and waterfowl. I’m equally an unabashed bird feeder and we have a bird feeding station at my home year-around. I also hunt squirrels and welcome them at my feeders, as well.…
Braided fishing line and duck decoys are a bad mix
Stick with traditional anchor lines when setting waterfowl decoys.
About This Blog
Mike Schoonveld has been a freelance outdoor writer for 25 years and has been a columnist for Michigan Outdoor News since the paper’s inception in 2000. Mike’s first love in the out-of-doors is Great Lakes salmon fishing, but he enjoys all kinds of fishing, is an avid hunter and trapper, and frequently participates in a variety of other outdoor activities.
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