Finally some relief from the heat as  large cold front has travelled across the Upper Peninsula.  The past week water temps warmed once again & some tougher fishing occurred.  Resident Trout fishing provided some good fishing as Brook Trout were looking up in the low light hours.  Low numbers of Chinook & Pink Salmon are present on the St. Marys River-low light conditions have also been best as afternoons have had high sunshine.  Even a magnum Walleye decided to visit the net this week!

Cold mornings-feels fishy!

As August is quickly fading into September some new opportunities are beginning to show their familiar faces.  Limited numbers of Steelhead, Chinook and Pink Salmon are around, but fishing success has been fairly inconsistent as of right now as fish numbers are small.  Nonetheless it is very rewarding to feel the tug of something substantial on the other end of the line!  Look for Salmon numbers to increase once water temps decline.

Fall-it’s on it’s way!

A cool down over the course of this past week has dropped water temps a bit & some fresh rain has helped the cause as well.  This week Brook Trout were the focus as small spring creeks provided for some good fishing and some beautiful native Brook Trout were brought to hand.  These fish were showing signs for spawning colors which is a sign that Fall isn’t to far off in the future.

Brook Trout-Pride of the Yooperland!

Continued hot weather here in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has kept water temps up & Resident Trout/Atlantic Salmon lethargic.  Lake Superior is 10 degrees above average for this time of the year, forecast is looking a little more favorable for a cool down over the next 10 days.  This past week a few warm water species found their way into the net as well as some familiar faces.

C’mon cold mornings!

Water temps continue to stay a bit too warm with the high air temps we have been receiving here in the U.P., Atlantic Salmon are very moody with the warm water.  Ample rainfall this mid Summer has kept our Trout streams very full of water which is a big blessing with all this extreme hot weather that is not normal for the Upper Peninsula.

The Heron-the finest of all fisherman!

Warm water conditions currently exist on the St.Marys River & fishing can be challenging.  Covering water meticulously looking for players has been key to hooking fish.  Cloudy days have provided much better opportunities as bright days most fish seem to be working on a tan rather than being interested in eating much.

Take a break from fishn’ & pick a wild blueberry-record crop this year in the U.P.!

Atlantic Salmon fishing on the St.Mary River I would rate as so-so right now-some days have been good & others just plain brutal.  Water temps are up & fish are getting moody-the right conditions and fish are active. Other days they are just plain not interested in anything-that is Atlantic Salmon fishing.  Congrats to our guests who have taken some spectacular fish lately-nice job!

Muy Excellente- Mr.Salmo!

Atlantic Salmon fishing on the St.Marys River has been getting tougher on a daily basis right now-higher water temps than normal coupled with large amounts of Hex has made for some challenging fishing at times.  The fish have settled into their mid summer behavior & have scattered throughout the St.Marys River system.  Nonetheless some great fish have provided us with some memories this past week. Congrats to our anglers this week- some very rewarding fish!

Sunshine in da Yoop-life is good today!

Atlantic Salmon fishing on the St. Marys River continues to be productive, but water temps are getting quite warm for this time of the year already.  It is a different kinda year on the St.Marys as the Atlantics showed up earlier than normal this year & water temps are at August levels currently.  Some beautiful resident Rainbow Trout provided some big smiles as these are one of the rarest species of this river system-combined with the Whitefish & Atlantic Salmon a few lucky clients were able to capture the St.Marys River Grand Slam.  Taking advantage of a high wind cancellation day- I spent the day fishing the Canadian rapids- I was very surprised to catch the extremely illusive resident Brook Trout pictured below (15 inches) as well as a drop back Steelhead.

Let Freedom ring-go fishing & celebrate your independence!

Some quality opportunities exist on the St.Marys River system for Atlantic Salmon at this time-some very nice fish have been taken lately that have provided some big smiles!  Federal restrictions on water regulations have water flows low as the Upper Peninsula & Canada have been under drought like conditions until lately.  A few Steelhead are also present as well as our tasty friend the Lake Whitefish!  If you are venturing up to try your hand at the Atlantic Salmon fishery-please remember the limit is ONE Atlantic Salmon per angler.  Respect the fishery & know your regulations, it’s your responsibility as an angler.

Atlantic Salmon in Michigan-thanks to LSSU!