Pere Marquette River Lodge :: Guiding Services

Meet our Guides (click name for picture and bio):

Ryan - Uber - Vinny - Gabe - Frank - Josh - Devon - Casey

Sean - Johnny

Ryan White
Ryan has been guiding the Pere Marquette over a decade and has spent the better part of his life fishing river systems throughout Michigan. Ryan has an extensive knowledge of river ecosystems and nature in general; he has a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology from Michigan State and has also worked on numerous fish and wildlife projects throughout the nation.

Ryan provides a very relaxed and educational experience for all whether fishing peak-season salmon and steelhead, springtime streamers or nighttime mice for large browns. Ryan enjoys sharing his knowledge and skills with anglers of all levels of experience; he works especially well with children and newcomers to the sport.

Naknek river camp, rapids camp, Alaska 2008 Report

As all fishing adventures begin with long lines in the airport, hours upon hours in the air, terribly close connections with bag transfers and that little voice wondering if you packed all the right gear.

That first step at your final destination and the only important question left is when can I cast my first line in new water and should it be egg pattern or a streamer.

The Rainbows were big and so were the Bears too!

During my stay I had the opportunity to fish several creeks and rivers flowing into the Naknek River System. Idlevien creek was an unbelievable fishery. There is a lot to be said for a skated dry.

Margot Creek was a absolute treat to fish.

Salmon, Oh sure caught a couple of those.

The silvers were fresh and the sockeye were mixed new and red

Everyday spent in Bristol Bay was a blessing.

The quality of fishing seemed to get better every time you hiked up stream a little more, you didn’t have to hike the farthest you just had to know where to cast.

Some days the fishing never seemed to end only the strength in your arms.

And never ended.

The fishing was amazing just as any Alaskan adventure should be. Jim and his family are wonderful people and I am indebted to them for taking me in. The end of everyday you came home to a family not just a lodge

The End!