The Time Is Near

First and foremost sorry about the time in between the reports kids, ladies, and gentlemen. The river is healthy as we head into our dry fly peak season. The river will receive some additional traffic the next few weeks and these big bugs we all chase can give even Josey Wales bug fever. This condition can make the most level headed individual unbalanced. So let’s remember there plenty of bugs, fish, and water to share so please be respectful and use proper river etiquette so all of us can fully enjoy and appreciate these wild June nights.

Waiting is the game as the hexs are soon to swarm the our river but until then. Drakes are making a rebound in their more concentrated spots, stonesflies are hatching steadily into the evening and night hours, streamers are still turning a few fish, and snacks are being eaten all night on the water. The big bugs are days away and the heat wave this up coming weekend should all but guarantee to start things.

A few last notes for all until next time. Fishing after dark is difficult, floating a boat after dark is even more difficult. Unless you are extremely experienced on the oars do not float the river at night, please!! If you have never floated a section of river before do not do it at night for your first run, please!! Your headlight ruins your night vision and everyone else’s around you use it sparingly on the actual river, please!! Get a red or green light for your headlamp, please!! Most importantly people run into things more often at night…this is a proven fact folks. Keep your wits up and use your green or red light to communicate with the walk in and boat traffic after dark!!

Be safe, responsible, respectful and enjoy the hatches!!

Pere Marquette Watershed Conditions

Water Level: Normal

Water Temp: 61

Water Clarity: Clear