If you're reading this, you probably remember your first fish and its impact on your life. Most anglers get their start early on in their lives and the reason is because somebody decided to take them fishing. It's always fun to introduce someone to fishing and the "take a kid fishing" mantra has been stated for years, but the important part is to make the experience enjoyable and catch fish.
An ongoing fish die-off on Lake Macatawa, near Holland in Ottawa County, stems from the virus responsible for causing viral hemorrhagic septicemia, or VHS, the Michigan DNR confirmed.
Abu Garcia has added a new model to the Zenon spinning selection with the Zenon X.
This new model fills the gap by offering the flexibility to fish lightweight finesse style baits while also providing the power to handle heavier baits when needed.
The Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center, located near Kalamazoo, is offering fun, family-friendly events this fall, including programs on hunter safety and archery, along with fishing events for kidsall at no charge.
Here are some of the events:
Hunter Safety, Sept. 15-16: Participants are required to attend both sessions to receive their Hunters Certification. The class will run from 9-4 on Sept. 15 and from 9 a.m. to noon on Sept. 16. There is a $10 charge per person. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
A group of collectors will be gathering at the Heddon Museum in Dowagiac Tuesday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to the informal event where lures are traded, bought and sold every second Tuesday of the month.
The museum is located at 414 West St., Dowagiac, Mich. For information, call 269-782-4068.
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