Little Bay de Noc Ice Fishing Trip Report: A Weekend in Escanaba
Our third winter trip to Escanaba brought us back to Little Bay de Noc for late-season ice fishing. While the bite proved tough, conversations with local anglers, time on the ice, and a stay at Terrace Bay Hotel offered valuable insight for anyone planning a final run at Michigan’s walleye season.
Great Lakes Salmon Poke Bowl Recipe
Fresh-caught salmon or steelhead doesn’t always need to be fried. This simple salmon poke bowl is one of my favorite ways to enjoy Great Lakes fish, combining clean flavors, fresh toppings, and an easy prep that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as it does after a day on the water.
Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe
This salmon sushi bake recipe is a fun, shareable way to mix up how you eat salmon or steelhead using simple ingredients and bold flavors. Inspired by a viral trend that took off on TikTok, this baked sushi-style dish turns flaky salmon, creamy sauce, and rice into an easy crowd-pleaser that works just as well […]
Ladies Tamarack Takeover on Lake of the Woods
A women’s weekend on Tamarack Island Wilderness Lodge turned into the reset I didn’t know I needed. Nine miles off mainland Ontario, I found nonstop laughs with my best friend, a highlight day I’ll replay forever, and a reminder that “just fishing” can still refine something in you.
Party on Poygan: A Winter Weekend with Friends
Party on Poygan is a winter weekend built around friends, ice fishing, and long days on the ice. What started as a simple get-together has grown into a tradition we look forward to every year, shaped by shared time outside, unpredictable conditions both in weather and fishing, and the kind of memories that only Wisconsin winters create.
My Ice Fishing Gear Setup: What I Use to Fish Efficiently All Winter
A detailed look at my ice fishing gear setup and the system I use to fish efficiently all winter. From organization and comfort to small tools that make a big difference, this is what truly makes days on the ice easier.
Mille Lacs Ice Fishing Trip | Winter Weekend at Eddy’s Resort
A winter ice fishing tradition on Mille Lacs Lake with friends, tough bites, big fish potential, and a cozy home base at Eddy’s Resort and Grand Casino. From early mornings on the ice to late nights unwinding, this weekend recap shares why we keep coming back even when the fishing is a grind.
Winter Adventures in the Porcupine Mountains | Michigan’s UP
Winter adventures in the Porcupine Mountains offer a chance to slow down, disconnect, and experience Michigan’s Upper Peninsula at its quietest. From snowmobiling to Lake of the Clouds to ice fishing Lake Gogebic, this winter weekend proved adventure isn’t far away.
White Eagle Resort Lake Vermilion | The Perfect Up North Reset
The Arrival October’s first weekend brought the kind of Northwoods weather you can’t plan for but always hope to get. Warm days, windy afternoons, and that familiar smell of fall rolling in. Jay and I packed up the truck with the boat in tow and headed north for our invitation to stay at White Eagle […]
Senior Photography: A New Chapter for Them and Me!
This year I discovered a new love for senior photography in Hayward, WI. From golden hour fields to sports fields, seniors have become some of my favorite sessions.
Still booking Class of 2026 seniors — deadline Dec 1!