John Karakashian's Reports

Pere Marquette River fishing reports for trout, salmon, and steelhead from Baldwin Bait & Tackle.

April 6, 2026

Shop Hours 8am - 6pm Daily It's April and it feels like I have been chasing my tail and burning the candle at both ends....

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...