Fly Fishing & Pond Fishing
The quality of fishing was one of the summer amenities which attracted BOYNE founder, Everett Kircher, to northern Michigan and this attraction still thrives today. Enjoy a little catch-and-release fun in our resort ponds or splurge on adventure and charter a boat for some great salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. Boats are available for daily rental on many area lakes and visitors discover excellent bass and trout fishing. If fly fishing is more your game, check out our fly fishing casting lessons given by Old AuSable Fly Shop.
Fly Fishing Casting Lessons
(complimentary for all resort lodging guests)
Are you interested in the sport of fly fishing? Are you a bit unsure of your ability to learn casting technique? Now is your opportunity! BOYNE is pleased to be partnered with Old AuSable Fly Shop and the region's best instructors and guides to offer free casting lesson and an introduction to fly fishing. Offered throughout the summer season, guests of Boyne Highlands, Boyne Mountain, BOYNE's Bay Harbor properties have access to learning this fascinating and relaxing sport for FREE. Fun for the entire family. . . fun for a lifetime.
What you can expect to see, hear and learn:
- Casting (all levels of skill from beginner to expert)
- Tying Knots
- Which Flies to Use
- Places to Fish
- General History of the Sport and Fishing in our Area
Offered during evening hours, instructors are on-site at Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain to work directly with any and all ages interested in learning. What's best? Registration is entirely free of charge and participants are actually casting to fish! The ponds at both resorts are annually stocked with trout and we're excited to invite you to start catching them. Many know the thrill of catching a fish and there's nothing like seeing a child's face light up when he/she catches a fish. Try landing one on a fly and see what happens!
Boyne Highlands
Resort guests are welcome to use the cane fishing poles to catch trout in the ponds at Boyne Highlands.
Introduction to fly fishing and free casting lessons are offered during the summer season. Guests should arrive just prior to start time for either of the two one-hour sessions offered. All necessary equipment is provided.
- Thursdays, 6 - 7pm and 7 - 8pm
Boyne Mountain
Resort guests are invited to fish from the Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa pond. Poles are available at the resort's Front Desk for complimentary use.
Introduction to fly fishing and free casting lessons are offered each Friday and Saturday evening during the summer season. Guests should arrive just prior to start time for either of the two one-hour sessions offered each night. All necessary equipment is provided.
- Fridays, 6 - 7pm and 7 - 8pm
- Saturdays, 6 - 7pm and 7 - 8pm
Private casting lessons and guided fishing trips are available from Old AuSable's professional team upon request (reservation must be made in advance).
Half Day Guided Trip (4 -5 hour float)
- $200 for one person
- $250 for two people
Full Day Guided Trip (8 - 10 hour float)
- $325 for one or two
- Lunch or dinner included
Caution: This sport is extremely addictive and may inspire the need for investment of hard-earned dollars in new equipment. You and yours may spend a lifetime in pursuit of fish on a fly!
