Billy Bones BBQ
Phone 989-687-7880 or billybonesbbq@aol.com
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The Cedar Sweeper Resources Page
Update 26-Jan-09: We have began the construction of the resource page. We will add a little at a time; links and short notes on our favorite places and things that relate to fishing, writing, and even hunting. So check back often and don't forget to click on the links, there just might be something really interesting on the other end.
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FISHING:
Baldwin Bait and Tackle in Baldwin, Michigan on the Pere Marquette River. This is our prefered fly shop when we are in town for salmon camp, steelhead camp, a trout trip, or a quick bounce to a lake for some walleyes or panfish. The service at BBT is fast and friendly, the price is fair, and you will feel comfortable in the shop (one of our most important criteria). The web site has provided interesting up to date reports on the PM for years and Steve is always gracious when somebody says, "Hey man great report. They really keep me going when I can't get to the river."
The Old AuSable Fly Shop is a new shop on the banks of the famous AuSable River in Grayling, Michigan. We were recently up to the AuSable for a trout trip and were able to stop in. They are running a clean shop, with good equipment, and (according to our most important criteria) you will feel comfortable in the shop. We had the occasion to run into one of the owner Andy and he was very open about the possibilities for the evening fishing and the various accesses, wades, and floats. It was good to see a customer friendly shop in Grayling that doesn't seem to be trying to do too much.
R and R flyfishing, the smoky mountains premier trout fishing outfitter. R and R is owned and operated by Ian and Charity Rutter. We have not fished with Ian and Charity but we have had extensive contact with the duo. Our exchanges have always been straight forward and honest, and that alone has caused us to want to fish with them next time we make it down to the Smoky's. They offer various packages; from roadside fishing on the Little River to tailwater floats and high country brookie trips. Check them out for up to date fishing reports for the Smoky's and surrounding area. Oh yeah, did we mention that Ian is a writer; now we really like him.
JEFF HUBBARD'S OUTFITTERS NORTH
We have fished with Jeff before and must say that he more than earned his nickname as the fish pimp. This guy knew every rock and piece of lumber in the river and was able to call his shots in some cases. He provided us with excellent service throughout or Pere Marquette float and had all the right gear and flies. If you get the chance to fish with Jeff do it. If you get the chance to check out his site do it. He offers up a timely report along with a fly of the month and some stellar photos.
We have fished the AuSable for more than a few years and can recommend Gates Lodge for two things. The convienence of the fly shop, right on the banks of the AuSable at Stephan Bridge and Rusty Gates timely and update report. Be sure to check out the report before your next visit and drop in the shop if there is somehting that you need.
KMF Production and Woodland Rivers
I was introduced to Kip, the proprietor, through my brother who has fished with him before. Kip's site comes at with an opportunity to book a guide trip and purchase some hand tied flies. I also recommend a visit to the forum at the site as the conversation can be interesting and covers all the bases as far as fishing goes. Kip serves the southeastern Michigan fly fishing contingent; a valuable service when so many of our rivers lie to the north.
The Pere Marquette Lodge and fly shop is located in Baldwin an provides lodging, fly shop, and guiding services. We have stayed with PM Lodge and utilized their guides before. The lodge is roomy and pleasant and the guides were more than we could ask for putting us on fish and providing fantastic instruction.
Bob Linsenman's Ausable Angler
Bob's shop is in Mio on the trophy waters section of the AuSable below Mio dam. He also provides guiding service out of the shop with access to the Ausable, Rifle, and the Lake Huron shoreline fishery. Don't forget to check out Bob's web site as it is a valuable resource with reports, tips, and access maps.
Kelly Newman provides a site with a very valuable report for the east side of the state and the Lake Huron shoreline fishery. He is a guide and a builder of custom graphite and glass rods; be sure to check out his site.
Joe is the author of the woods cop mystery series. He also has penned other great works like Covered Waters and Snowfly. He maintains a site with a pretty good blog that showcases his work as a novelist, poet, and painter.
I have been following the blog over at Up North Journal for a while now and find it to be a great read. The boys there are in to most everything and I especially enjoy the waterfowling blow by blow. They also put on a pretty good pod cast and their mission is one of honor. Their hope is to involve the youth in hunting and fishing. I think that you will enjoy the site and the blog.
Midcurrent is a plact to get all the fly fishing news that is fit to print. Marshal never seems to miss a beat over there and it is a great place to check in on news from all the regions around the country. Also, don't overlook some of the profiles they have on the site. They do a good job at covering gear, writers, conservation issues.
I came across a great piece of video called The Season over at one of my favorite forums. I posted the clip over at our newly expanded web exclusive/TCS culture page. The creator contacted me with his site and I took a look. I can only describe the site and the content within as inspiring. It makes me want to pick up a fly rod and hit the river right now! So, take a moment and check out Rob's creation(s).
A great radio show hosted by Bill Moore of the old Moore Outdoors fame. You can listen to the U.P. based radio show or get updated on things that effect the outdoors like property rights, the MDNR, second amendment rights, CWD, and many many more issues. Don't forget to check out Bill's show and keep yourself informed.
We got some great straight shooting advice from Ray Schmidt for our recent Pine River trip. There was no beating around the bush and no mis-information. Thanks Ray!
WRITING:
Joe Heywood is a fantastic writer from down around Kalamazoo way. He writes the woods cops series of mysteries and other great books like Covered Waters and The Snow Fly. He is a general trout bum and haunts the U.P. on a regular basis. His site is worth that visit and his books are worth the read.
Friends:
We welcome Billy as an advertiser this month. However, he comes to us through work with places like Old AuSable and his support of TU. And that gets our attention and respect. Now, I like BBQ and have been kown to hit the ribs more than once during the summer. Billy is an expert and while we have not gotten to Billy's BBQ yet it is on our agenda. So, don't forget to click on the link here or on the banners throughout the site to fing out more about the BBQ.
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