Trout season is fully upon us now here in the Upper Peninsula as all our waters are open to fishing-the weekend saw the normal increased fishing pressure as anglers were out pursing their favorite waters.  Rivers are still running very low for this time of the year as no rain has come our way, water temps are ranging from mid 40’s to upper 50’s.  Cold daytime temps have kept insect activity minimal lately as not much for dry fishing opportunities have been available.  Steelhead fishing is essentially done as at this time our focus is now upon Trout fishing.

It’s Troutn Time!

I’d like to say otherwise, but river levels continue to slowly drop as our dry weather patterns continues persist.  Cold clear evenings have kept water temps in the low 40’s to mid 50’s, yesterday’s high temp was in the mid 30’s as snow squalls moved in off Lk Superior nearly all day.  Dropback Steelhead and few fresher fish are still present in rivers across the U.P.-numbers vary from river to river.  Resident Trout have been active and some good opportunities are available with the upcoming Trout opener.  Stoneflies, BWO’s & a few Caddis have been bringing some Trout to the surface-the warmest daytime hours are providing for the most surface activity.

Opening Day-a celebration of another season of fun!