August 2019
Kid’s One Fly (Box) Challenge
The Anglers of the Au Sable sponsors this annual event. This is our 7th Kids One-Fly (Box) Challenge for anglers 17 years and younger. All participants will receive a complimentary fly box with donated flies and, if needed, volunteer chaperones to take them to the river (or pond, or lake, or creek) for a morning of fishing. Awards! Prizes! Anglers must use the flies in their box of choice. We do this because kids are awesome, and a kid fly-fishing…
Find out more »Midnight Derby
Have you ever seen so many people who think going fishing at midnight with a box full of mice is cool? Neither have we. So we celebrate it: a night fishing one-fly “competition.” Every year we raise well over $1000 for the Headwaters Chapter of Trout Unlimited. This is a fun event. Not a serious competition…though we do offer some real prizes through our partnerships with Hatch Reels and Sunrise Distributors. Includes a huge barbecue at 7 p.m., music, and…
Find out more »September 2019
Pre-Cleanup Peel and Eat Shrimp Boil
Due to a shortage in good clams, we're gonna do shrimp...lots of shrimp. Starting at 6 p.m. sharp, we’ll be lighting the fire and serving shrimp outside, along with several other entrees, and a full array of sides. What better way to celebrate the harvest season? Good eats and good times. This is an outdoor event, so dress appropriately. Limit is 50 people, and folks must RSVP. Prices determined by market. This was so much fun last year!
Find out more »Au Sable River Cleanup
Once again, the Anglers of the Au Sable is sponsoring the annual cleanup of the Au Sable River. This year we’ll be cleaning both the upper and lower Au Sable. Includes a great barbecue lunch! We need volunteers – each and every one of you makes a difference. To sign up, or for more information, talk to Josh: 989 348 8462, or [email protected]
Find out more »Two-Day Streamer Clinic, With Alex Lafkas
Streamer fishing is one of the most productive methods of fishing regardless of season, but seasons do alter water levels and temperatures, and fish behavior changes too.This weekend class will be a deep dive into presentation strategies, casting, fly selection and fly tying. In addition, there will be on stream instruction while wade fishing and a half day float trip focusing on big river strategies. Very limited openings, please email [email protected] to sign up. Class hours: Saturday 8 am –…
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