STM Outfitters

STM Outfitters runs drift boats on the Pere Marquette River in western Michigan, a designated National Wild and Scenic River covering seventy miles. Steelhead are the backbone of the schedule, showing from October through December with the strongest fishing in November and December, then again from March into May. Nymphing egg patterns generally produces the most fish, while swinging flies works well on fresh run fish, particularly in fall when steelhead are keyed on salmon eggs. King salmon run from early August through late October, and resident trout stay catchable during the steelhead months. Full days last roughly eight to nine hours at $550 for two anglers and include transportation, fishing gear, tackle, and a grilled shore lunch. Half days run four to five hours. Fly fishing trips are offered alongside casting trips with plug or spin tackle, and instructional trips are booked for anglers working on skills.