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Artistic view of a Male Pteronarcys californica (Pteronarcyidae) (Giant Salmonfly) Stonefly Adult from the Gallatin River in Montana
Salmonflies
Pteronarcys californica

The giant Salmonflies of the Western mountains are legendary for their proclivity to elicit consistent dry-fly action and ferocious strikes.

Artistic view of a Perlodidae (Springflies and Yellow Stones) Stonefly Nymph from the Yakima River in Washington
This one seems to lead to Couplet 35 of the Key to Genera of Perlodidae Nymphs and the genus Isoperla, but I'm skeptical that's correct based on the general look. I need to get it under the microscope to review several choices in the key, and it'll probably end up a different Perlodidae.
27" brown trout, my largest ever. It was the sub-dominant fish in its pool. After this, I hooked the bigger one, but I couldn't land it.
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Through the challenges and triumphs, the MGW crew will take you along as they observe Michigan's wonders. During the pursuit of big game to catching a trout on a dry fly. Through the lens, you will witness first hand the opportunities and challenges Michigan has to offer. Whether hunting Whitetails in the vast Public forests to filling the freezer on our own land, MGW will offer informative and instructional ways to capitalize during your time afield. Follow us as we take our journey through Michigan and help restore the outdoor traditions that made all of us the outdoor enthusiasts we are today.

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