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Why Catch and Release?
Catch and release is a relatively new concept to fishing, no matter what the species. Lessons learned in the past have given way…
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Tools & Techniques
With the recent successful introduction of muskellunge in many Michigan waters, there is increasing interest in the fishery, and along with that, increased angling pressure. What was once considered…
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Taking Photos
Many anglers want to have a photo of their catch. Let’s face it: we may spend thousands of dollars on rods, reels, lures and tackle,…
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Releasing
After you’ve removed the hooks and taken a photo or two, the next step is making sure that fish is ready to…
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Information about Michigan muskies
Need help finding where to fish for Muskie? Be sure to check out the Michigan Muskie Alliance (MMA) map of Michigan muskie waters as well as additional resources provided by…
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Wolf Lake Hatchery Visitor Center
A young angler at Fish Fest Wolf Lake Hatchery Visitor Center Fish Fest is…
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Wolf Lake Hatchery Support
Fall fingerling harvest at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery Besides the Iowa…
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Know the Difference
MMA started working on this project 2002 with limited funding, and initially the project struggled. As a result, only a small number of signs were placed around the state through…
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Lake Ovid Floy Tagging
In 2008, MMA worked with the Michigan DNR to tag angler-captured muskellunge in Lake Ovid (Clinton Co.) for the purpose of determining population density and angler exploitation. Selected MMA members…
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Elk Chain Tracking Study
One of the few remaining native Great Lakes strain populations, albeit at a low density, is in the Elk Chain of lakes, comprised of Elk, Skegemog, Torch,…
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