ishing clubs are a good way to meet kindred spirits. People who don't own boats can usually find rides with those who do and want fishing companions, and new techniques and gear often develop first within the clubs.
Charter captains and private fishers volunteer time, boats and money to provide annual fishing trips for handicapped and underprivileged kids.
Many of our walleye and salmon are raised for release throughout the Great Lakes come from ponds maintained by fishing clubs boasting better returns than state hatcheries can!
Stream bank restoration, adopt a river, tributary monitoring, outdoor shows and many activities that introduce and educate our youth about fishing. Great Lakes fishing clubs have a lot to offer.