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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January 29, 2020 & Argentina 2020
Current shop hours are 9am - 5pm (Closed on Wednesday's until March).
The clock is ticking, we are gaining daylight everyday and getting closer...
December 24, 2019
I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! Thank you very, very much for the awesome 2019...
November 26, 2019
Pere Marquette steelhead fishing has been up and down since my last report. The bite has been directly correlated to the weather and water...
November 11, 2019
It has been a very interesting couple weeks. Thank you for keeping me busy and out on the river. As soon as the water...
October 29, 2019
River Clean-Up this Saturday....November 2, 2019
We will be meeting at 8:30 am at the shop to sort out float plans and hand out trash...
October 23, 2019
The time has finally come...time to "Turn the Page"! Steelhead season is upon us and we are dedicated to pursuing them daily. It was...
October 9, 2019
It has been an interesting week to say the least! The BBT family lost a great man this week...Steve's father Stanley passed away a...
October 3, 2019
Just a quick update... the river is ripping high right now!!!! Warning, please do NOT attempt to wade and only very experienced oarsmen...
October 1, 2019
It is hard to believe, but it's October!!! The recent rains have pumped up the river again. The river is high and still on...
September 24, 2019
Thank you to everyone that has been in our boats, shopping at the store and staying at the Motel BBT! Your support is appreciated!!!...