Links to Useful Information
Lake-Link
A wealth of information is available on Lake-Link.com
Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources
FISH STOCKING
Search by area, species, and/or dates.
A suggested search: County=Houghton, Water Body=Portage Lake, Species=All, Start Date=Jan 2009, End Date=Current Month & Year, Sort by Date. Also, try a broad search in Baraga and Keweenaw Counties.
Bait, Tackle and More.
These stores are locally owned and operated and are well stocked with what you need for Fishing, Hunting, Camping, Boating and more. Their Staff have extensive experience and product knowledge they are happy to share. Most offer live bait seasonally.
Harter's Party Store, 511 Pine Street, Calumet, MI 49913 Barry Harter (906) 337-0913
Indian Country Sports, 17 South Front Street, L'Anse, MI Tammy Engelhardt & daughter Ashleigh (906) 524-6518.
Northwoods Sporting Goods 120 Quincy Street, Hancock. Ricky Freeman (906) 482-5210.
Woodland Firearms & Supply 508 US-41, Baraga Jason Chaudier (906) 353-1911.
The outlet below offers basic lures and tackle needs for fishing and live bait (call ahead for minnow availablity). They are open from 7 AM to 8 PM 7 days a week.
Campioni True Value, 25664 Copper King Way, Calumet, MI 49913 (906) 934-2491
Cabins and Lodging
There are several Fisher and Hunter-friendly Cabins, Motels & Luxury Lodges to stay
Near Houghton, Hancock, Chassell & Eagle River
Copper Country Inn https://www.coppercountryinn.comMark & Laura (906) 482-5351
Portage Lake Cabins https://portagelakecabins.com Brian & Rachael (906) 482-8755
Northwoods Resort https://upnorthwoods.com Trish (906) 487-6191
York's Resort https://www.yorksresort.com/ Tod York, (937) 545-8437
Keweenaw Castle https://keweenawcastle.com Nancy & Keith DeForge (906) 281-3208
The Lodge Luxury Suites https://www.thelodge.rentals.com Steve Palokoski & daughter Sydney (906) 330-0369
Cabins and Lodging
Other Fisher and Hunter-Friendly places to stay
Near Lac La Belle, Copper Harbor & Eagle Harbor
Lac La Belle Lodge https://www.laclabellelodge.com/Kathy & Troy (906) 289-4293
Lac La Belle Lakeside Cabin https://www.llbcabin.com/Bonnie & Steve (906) 289-4450
Dockside Resort & Campground https://www.docksideresortofmi.com/Sherry (906) 370-0778
Wilderness Resort and Campground
https://www.wildernessresortllc.com/(906) 369-5369
Call Capt. Jim at (906) 370-4433 to discuss your needs.
The International Game Fish Association
Stuck at home? Learn to fish with IGFA’s Online Fishing Modules!
Although tailored to saltwater fishing, there are many general helpful topics you can apply to freshwater fishing as well.
Get Started
As schools, businesses, and group functions closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the IGFA’s FREE Online Learning Modules offer a great learning activity for both children and adults!
Free Online Fishing Lessons
The IGFA’s Online Learning Modules are free to the public and provide a fun, interactive introduction to angling basics, marine and aquatic biology, fish anatomy, and more!
Learn Fishing Skills From Home
Learn how to tie knots, pick the right bait or lure, and target popular game fish species from the comfort and safety of your home.
Get Ready to Fish
Take advantage of this great online program now so you are ready to wet a line when the coast is clear! Enroll for free today!
Capt. Jim's Course Completion Certificate
Interesting to do. Have fun! Email me a pic of your certificate!
