Here are some nice books about Fishing if you're looking for reading material:"The River Why" by David James Duncan"A River Runs Through It" by Norman Maclean"The Longest Silence" by Thomas McGuane"Trout Bum" by John Gierach"The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway ..read more

In 2024 I am participating in The Longest Day Alzheimer Fundraiser for the 2nd time and will spend the day fishing. Last year I caught 6 fish. Please consider making a donation to the Alzheimer's Association. Consider making a donation Here are some photos from last year's effort ..read more

Here are some recent catches from Friday and Saturday's efforts.Friday's carp were caught from an extremely weedy lake and Saturday's fish were from an urban river ..read more

Here's a catch from Saturday morning's fishing trip.Sadly, the lake is overrun with weeds at the moment. Shallow water, warm weather, warm water temps, and fertilizer runoff from residential lawns help contribute to some of the weed growth in smaller lakes.Even the deeper lakes suffer from heavy weed beds in the shallow areas near the shoreline. My favorite carp fishing lake in this area of the ..read more

Hello, fellow anglers and adventure seekers. I'm Brian Pearcy, The Cardinal Carper, and today, we're embarking on an exciting journey to one of North America's most dynamic fishing spots - the Detroit River.Here, amidst the urban hustle and bustle, lies a hidden gem for anglers chasing the legendary Common Carp. These powerful fish are known for their strength and cunning nature, making them a ..read more

I just caught my new Detroit River PB this morning. I've been on a 4 year quest to land a 30+ pounder from the river. Keep in mind that I'm a show-up-and-fish-person. And, I primarily fish from 6 a.m. to about 3 p.m. on Saturday when the public parks are most accessible. I do not prebait, I don't fish where it's posted "no fishing", I dont have access to private land, use a kayak, have a personal ..read more

You don't need a boat to catch fish from the Detroit River. Many people fish from the shore, piers or docks along the river. It depends on your preference and the type of fishing experience you're seeking. Shore fishing has several advantages compared to boat fishing, which includes:1. Accessibility: Shore fishing is more accessible since you don't need a boat. You can fish from various locations ..read more

This chunk is the largest from a recent outing at the Detroit River.I enjoy fishing the river because it's challenging and you never know what going to on the end of the line.It can be one of many species and could even include the largest freshwater fish available to Michiganders in the form of a sturgeon ..read more

 These are my first two carp caught during a recent outing at the Detroit River this week ..read more

Some of the fish from today's fundraising event:Support the Alzheimer's Association  ..read more