Monthly Archives: July 2014

Orvis' Superfine Touch series fly rods are now on sale. The slower, classic tapers and actions are perfectly suited to small streams, delicate presentations, and a relaxed stroke. Now 20% OFF!

Orvis' highly successful Access fly rod series is on sale right now! Take 20% OFF any Access rod while supplies last. Match it with an Access reel and line and you have Orvis technology at a great price!

Here's a great blog post from Orvis Streamside's own Ben Brown that recently appeared on the Orvis Blog. Check it out! http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing/photos-of-the-day-getting-hexed-on-the-boardman-river/

After a hiatus of several years, the Blue Angels were once again shaking the windows of downtown merchants and wowing the crowds last weekend in Traverse City, Michigan. Their show was a hit and drew a crowd of what experts estimate was nearly 500,000! Here a just a few shots that Jackie Andres took while we enjoyed the traditional "Pig Roast" at the Apache Trout Grill during the show. Thanks to Jackie for the photos and to Mike Connors and Sheila Connors for a great day.

The Hex (hexagenia limbata) hatch is in full swing right now and is occurring on most northern Michigan rivers including the Boardman, Upper Manistee, and others nearby. Large brown trout are the target for most anglers as the hatch intensifies. Ben Brown and Thane Herbert scored a couple of 20+ inch brutes last night. Good going guys!

Here are a couple of the five brown trout in excess of 20 inches that Dan Miller caught with guide, Craig Feibing this week on the Upper Manistee River during the fabled "Hex" hatch. Big flies... big trout... big fun!

THE HEX HATCH IS ON! Hexagenia limbata #4 are finally emerging in the Upper Manistee and Boardman Rivers. Emergences and spinnerfalls are occurring from 10p-midnight, so don't forget your flashlight. These emergences will occur in areas where silt beds where these burrowing nymphs are found.

TO BOOK A GUIDE TRIP, GO TO "BOOK A GUIDE TRIP" ON OUR HOME PAGE. https://streamsideorvis.com/guided-trips/book-guided-trips