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Steelhead season is in full swing!

April 07, 2026 Traverse City 1 photo
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Things on the big manistee river has been spectacular to say the least! Float fishing with beads, jigs and spawn have been killing it. I have some open days and expect it to remain good all the way into May. So book now, your not going to want to miss this epic action.
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Rj Kerr
Traverse-city, Michigan, United States
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Traverse City has a fish with your name on it, so let Fins, Furs & Feathers help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Rj can tell you all about them. Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brook Trout, Largemouth Bass, Coho...

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Can you tame the kings!
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September 14, 2023
Fishing on the big manistee river has been solid. The crank bait bite has been strong in the mornings, its a bite that you wont forget. Float fishing eggs throughout the day has been very productive. Alot of fish in the system, more than i have seen in my 10 years guiding this river. I have a few prime dates open, you do NOT want to miss this
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