Burbot is a freshwater cod that has adapted to cold waterways like Lake Superior. The eel-like species goes by many names: ...

Ice conditions in good shape across most of the state. Here's a look at the Michigan fishing report on Jan. 23, 2026.

Every winter, a unique event unfolds on the frozen surface of Black Lake in northern Michigan. It's the state's lake sturgeon spearing season – an outing so brief that it often wraps up before most f ...

A pair of Michigan lakes have been ranked among the 10 best ice fishing destinations in the United States, according to Fishing Booker. "The winter season opens up a whole new world for anglers, ...

Ice on lakes across the state has deteriorated of late, although another cold spell is on the way. There's some good fishing ...

Michigan's Black Lake sturgeon fishing season begins Feb. 7. The season is allotted for Feb. 7 until the afternoon of Feb. 11, but will likely end sooner. Once a quota of six fish is reached or five ...

We grab the tackle box for a visit to the Oden Fish Hatchery in Alanson and find out all about fish stocking. Destination Michigan is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on ...

Will the Black Lake lake sturgeon fishing season again set a time record in 2026? We'll find out Feb. 7 when the season begins — and most likely also end. The 2026 lake sturgeon fishing season on ...