CLASSIC GUIDED FLY FISHING ON MICHIGAN'S BEST TROUT WATERS
"THE COUNTRY'S BEST FLY FLY FISHING..." Field and Stream
BOOK YOUR TRIP WITH THE REGION'S BEST FLY FISHING GUIDES!
Orvis Streamside is Traverse City's
oldest and most complete fly shop. For nearly two decades we have outfitted Traverse City's most avid fly fishing enthusiasts. Orvis Streamside offers a complete guide service for classic fly fishing on some of the country's finest self-sustaining trout streams. Guides are available for full day and half day float and wade trips on "flies only" waters of the Manistee and AuSable Rivers, as well as the beautiful Boardman, birthplace of the Adams fly. Wild rainbow, brown and brook trout are the catch and release quarry using dry fly, nymph and streamer tactics. Although trips run all year on the "flies only" water, favorite hatches include the Hendricksons and black caddis in May, sulfurs, brown drakes and isonychia in June, and the famous hex hatch in late June and July. Late July and August terrestrial, trico, and baetis fishing rounds out the summer. Aggressive Fall spawning browns chase large streamers and attracters in September.
Downstream, late August turns the guides' attention to Lake Michigan coho and chinook salmon. This migration of large fish culminates in October with a fall run of steelhead. Steelhead fishing continues all winter and peaks with the huge Spring run of steelhead in March and April. These enormous 8 to 15 pound lake-run rainbow trout draw anglers from around the world. Guides utilize traditional sink tip, indicator or, if you prefer, "chuck and duck" methods to land silvery sticks of dynamite. Guides float and wade the Betsie and Platte Rivers for salmon and steelhead. Our Orvis Streamside guides are not only expert anglers and fly fishing instructors, but also great people who you'll enjoy spending the day with.
Orvis Streamside offers highly trained, knowledgable fly fishing guides to float you on Michigan’s best trout waters. Spring steelhead, fall salmon, or Michigan’s famed "hex" hatch are just a few of the highlights that await the serious fly angler. Not only does Orvis Streamside have its own quality guides and Orvis Michigan Fly Fishing instructors, we can also put you in touch with some of Michigan’s finest Orvis Endorsed Guides, Orvis Endorsed Guide Services, Orvis Endorsed Lodges, and Orvis Endorsed Outfitters. The Orvis Endorsed Guide, Outfitters and Lodge program is world reknown and only a phone call away.
Streamside Orvis - A Platinum Orvis Dealer
Since 1856, the Orvis name has represented a sporting tradition of quality. Today, you'll find the same high quality Orvis tackle, gifts, collectable outdoor art, gear, tackle and clothing at Streamside Orvis in Traverse City. Streamside Orvis carries a wide range of the fine quality Orvis goods found in the Orvis catalog. Foremost among those goods is a complete line of Orvis fly fishing tackle including rods, reels, lines, vests, waders, accessories, fly tying supplies, and the largest fly selection in northern Michigan including hard to find local and historic patterns tied exclusively for Streamside Orvis. Knowledgeable sales people will be able to help you select the right fly and get the right hatch information,... And help you find the right water!
Experienced Orvis Streamside Guides
The experienced guides at Streamside Orvis are fully licensed, highly skilled experts. Most guides are Orvis Endorsed Instructors, and all are great people to spend a day on the river with. Clean, safe and fully outfitted driftboats are used for float trips. All tackle (rods, reels, fly line) is provided at no extra charge. Consumable supplies such as flies, tippet and leaders are additional, but minimal. Waders are not necessary, but are available to rent if you wish to wade and do not have your own.
The Streamside Orvis guides and staff share your love of the outdoors and excitement for fly fishing and upland hunting and want to help you get started the right way. Whether your looking for your first fly rod or just the latest hatch information, beginners and experts alike will always find the Streamside staff eager to share their knowledge with you. Call today to book a Orvis Streamside guide trip. Spring steelhead, summer hex fishing, and fall salmon trips fill up fast. So book early for the best dates.
Guided Fly Fishing Rates
Half Day of Guided Fishing (Trout Only): Spend four hours of guided fishing floating the beautiful Manistee River. You'll fish to wild trout using a river boat rowed by your experienced guide. This trip includes instruction and tackle as well as beverages and snacks. Flies and leaders are extra. (To maximize this trip, a half hour casting lesson is recommended.)
Maximum 2 per boat
$250.00 per boat
Full Day of Guided Fishing (Salmon and Steelhead): Spend a full 8 hours on the Betsie River. You'll fish to Salmon or Steelhead using a river boat rowed by your experienced guide. This trip includes instruction and tackle as well as beverages and a fabulous streamside lunch or dinner. Flies and leaders are extra.
Maximum 2 per boat
$350.00 per boat
Full Day of Guided Fishing (Trout): Spend a full 8 hours matching the hatch on the beautiful Boardman or Manistee River. You'll fish to wild trout using a river boat rowed by your experienced guide. This trip includes instruction and tackle as well as beverages and a hearty streamside lunch or dinner. Flies and leaders are extra.
Maximum 2 per boat
$350.00 per boat
We can also put you in touch with some of Michigan’s finest Orvis Endorsed Guides, Orvis Endorsed Guide Services, Orvis Endorsed Lodges, and Orvis Endorsed Outfitters.
To Book A Trip... Just call Streamside Orvis at (231) 933-9300 or email us at info@streamsideorvis.com
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