Fishing Charters in Michigan
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Art of Fishing Guide Service-Smallmouth Bass Charter Lake St. Clair
Art of Fishing Guide Service is owned and operated by Art Ferguson. Art has more than 30 years of smallmouth bass guide experience. Book Today!
Into The Wild Fly Fishing Guide Service
Into the Wild Fly Fishing the Upper Peninsula's Best Guide Service | Brook Trout, Steelhead, Brown Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Salmon
Best Time to Catch Smallmouth Bass
Peak season: April, May, June. Also good: March, July, August, September. Right now in June, activity is excellent.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass is a popular gamefish species.
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How to Catch Smallmouth Bass
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Smallmouth Bass Fishing Regulations in Michigan
Open Season
Year-round, catch-and-release only from January 1 - Friday before Memorial Day. Harvest allowed starting Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Resident or Non-resident Fishing License
Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for exceptions on specific bodies of water.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Michigan state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Smallmouth Bass in Edwardsburg, MI?
The best months for Smallmouth Bass in Edwardsburg are April, May, June. As of June, activity is rated excellent.
What are the Smallmouth Bass fishing regulations in Michigan?
In Michigan, the season is year-round, catch-and-release only from january 1 - friday before memorial day. harvest allowed starting saturday of memorial day weekend., the daily bag limit is 5 per day, the minimum size is No size limit. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Michigan wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Smallmouth Bass in Michigan?
Resident or Non-resident Fishing License. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
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