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Fishing Michigan for Salmon
WHERE DID WE GO?
The journey kicked off with a six-and-a-half-hour drive to northwestern Michigan. Along the way, we made a few fuel and food stops, with our last stop at Jay’s Sporting Goods. There, we picked up fishing licenses and some last-minute tackle before pressing deeper into the Northwoods. Finally, we reached our campsite and got settled in, ready to begin the adventure.
Basecamp
We pitched our camp on a patch of public land we’d marked on the map ahead of time. As luck would have it, the spot sat right on the riverbank, where those monster fish were known to cruise by.
First day on the Water
After gearing up and getting our rigs just right, we made our way down to the water. The river was alive—huge King Salmon moving right in front of us. Now the challenge began: figuring out how to land one of them.
Stella
While we wrestled with the mystery of those river fish, our friend Stella kept things lively. She played in the changing weather, ran around camp, and made sure the mood stayed light. No matter how tough the fishing got, she kept the vibes right where they needed to be.
The Catch
After a day and a half of battling the river and the ever-changing weather, it finally happened—we hooked into a King Salmon. The fight was pure chaos. The fish tore line from the reel, running up and down the bank with unstoppable power. Every surge had us on edge, wondering if the line would hold. At last, the salmon tired, and we slid him into the net. A hard-earned fish, and one we won’t forget.
Fish Tacos
After an incredible day on the water, we headed back to camp to clean the fish and settle in for the evening. Once the work was done, it was time to feast—fresh-caught salmon turned into sizzling fish tacos over the campfire. Nothing beats a meal that comes straight from the river to your plate.
Awesome Trip
This adventure will be one to remember. We battled shifting weather and stubborn fish, but in the end, the river taught us something new. Each cast and each challenge gave us a better feel for how these powerful migratory fish move, and landing one made all the effort worth it.