John Karakashian
John Karakashian began guiding on the Pere Marquette and Muskegon rivers in 2002 and quickly learned that guiding is extremely enjoyable and gratifying.
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March 29, 2026
Shop Hours 8am - 6pm Daily
I had an unexpected day off today, so thought I would write a quick report to keep you updated...
March 23, 2026
Shop Hours 8am - 6pm Daily
This report is going to be short and sweet! There are fish throughout the system and the water levels...
March 17, 2026
Shop Hours 8am - 6pm Daily
Happy St. Patrick's day!!! As "March Madness" continues the plot thickens...Wild Weather would be an understatement! Since my last...
March 8, 2026
Shop Hours 8am - 6pm Daily
"March Madness" has begun and it feels awesome!!! It is fantastic to be out on the river everyday again,...
March 2, 2026
Shop Hours 8am - 6pm Daily
Here we go!!!! It's March and the Pere Marquette river is in great shape for spring steelhead fishing. The...
December 24, 2025
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New year from all of us at BBT!!!
2025 had it's ups and downs, but a great year...
November 19, 2025
Not much new to report...the river is still extremely low and clear!!! Some new fish have been pushing up the river in groups/batches and...
November 10, 2025
Sorry for the delayed report! I have been very busy on and off the river. I have been guiding everyday while in the middle...
October 14, 2025
Save the date - The Fall River Clean-Up will be Saturday - October 25...Please reach out to the shop (231-745-3529) ahead of time to...
October 6, 2025
Shop Hours - 7am to 7pm Daily
Not much time to report; but not much new to report. The river is still extremely low and...