Reel & Hunt: Michigan Fishing Reports

Reel & Hunt: Michigan Fishing Reports

Field tactics from the Detroit River, Saginaw Bay, and Lake Huron.

Stay up to date with the latest Reel Fish'n field reports. From spring walleye jigging tactics on the Detroit River to summer trolling patterns on Saginaw Bay and open-water layout duck hunts on Lake Huron, our captains share the strategies that are putting fish and birds in the boat right now.

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Lake Erie Captain Mark Pieniozek Lake Erie Captain Mark Pieniozek

Spring walleye fishing on Lake Erie

The Western Basin of Lake Erie is a large body of water, with diverse fishing options such as reefs, islands, water color changes and multiple baitfish options all packed into one general area. Let’s review how I determine starting points, lures, lure colors, speed and depths to target.

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Saginaw Bay, Ice Fishing Captain Mark Pieniozek Saginaw Bay, Ice Fishing Captain Mark Pieniozek

Saginaw Bay Ice Fishing Safety

As an avid ice fisherman for over 5 decades, I’ve learned there are a lot of things we can do to be safer on the ice and increase our odds of returning safely home. Having gone through the ice myself and been part of rescuing other ice anglers that have gone through, I wanted to cover a few of the things that will help you get home safely this ice fishing season.

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Duck Hunting Captain Adam Lipinski Duck Hunting Captain Adam Lipinski

Sea Duck Hunting Lake Huron and Saginaw Bay

Sea duck hunting on Lake Huron and Saginaw Bay is an exhilarating experience that requires the right equipment, skills, and safety measures. With our experience and use of layout boats and tender boats, hunters can enjoy a safe and successful hunt for longtail ducks and scoters.

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