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Michigan angler recognition programs

Requirements, rewards, evidence rules, and the official application link for 2 programs. Details are as of 2026; confirm on the official page before you submit.

All typesCommunity 6First fish 9Paddling trail 10Slam or challenge 29State record 17Tourism trail 2Trophy and master angler 53Waterway completion 9Youth 17

Michigan 2

ProgramOrganizerTypeRewardCostOnline
Master Angler45+ species min lengths; catch-keep and C&R Michigan DNR Trophy and master angler Annual patch (2026 patch out) Free Yes (Survey123)
Michigan Water TrailsStatewide water trail directory MI Water Trails / Sea Grant None n/a n/a

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