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REMINDER - If you are running a charter inland or on inland waterways you need an inland sport fishing guide license!
Inland sport fishing guide license required for guided fishing on inland Michigan waters
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Inland sport fishing guide license required for guided fishing on inland Michigan waters Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 04/07/2025 03:30 PM EDT Share or view as webpage...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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🚨MCBA Members (and all fisherman/women) Call to Action 🚨
Please take two minutes to contact congress representative and share your concern to protect our Great Lakes!
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We need Illinois to step up.
**Natural Resources Commission to meet Thursday in Lansing**
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The next meeting of the Michigan Natural Resources Commission – Thursday, April 10, in Lansing – includes a Lifesaving Award presentation to a DNR park ranger, overviews of small game, fall turkey and deer regulations, a legislative report, several land transactions, and updates on chronic wasting disease monitoring and surveillance, bovine tuberculosis surveillance and highly pathogenic avian influenza.
The day starts at 9:30 a.m. in Rooms M119-121 on the West Campus of Lansing Community College, 5708 Cornerstone Drive, in Lansing. See the draft meeting agenda and remaining 2025 meeting dates at Michigan.gov/NRC.
For more information or to request time to speak at the meeting, email NRC@Michigan.gov.
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Amendment WCO NO. 6 My husband is a 100% permanent and totally disabled veteran. Reverting to the previous regulation would restore his opportunity to harvest a buck during the brief, but meaningful Liberty Hunt, which occurs before the regular season begins. Given his ongoing health challenges, including unpredictable weather, limited mobility, medical appointments, and both past and upcoming surgeries, participating in this specific timeframe is already difficult. Additional restrictions only further limit his ability to take part an activity that provides both purpose and enjoyment.
What would a conference be without a few vendors?
Come to the event and lighten your wallet a bit with these boat friendly folks!
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Do you struggle to keep your Charter Business organized?
We’ve got you covered!
Be one of the first 60 IN-PERSON registrants for this years conference and recieve a high quality binder filled with tabs and documents to help you keep track of everything you need for your boat!
BOAT BINDER OVERVIEW:
Emergency Checklist
Marina Information
Captains Checklist
Mates Checklist
Federal Documentation – copy
Boat Registration
Certificate of Inspection
Sport Trolling License
Insurance Policy
Copy of all Licenses and Mates Card
First Aid Cards
Boat Us and Tow Service Card
Electronics Documentation
Fuel Receipts
Catch Report – Log or Login Information
Accident Forms
LARA License / EIN Information (need when you file a W9) / City License?
Charter Client Reservation Forms
MCBA is happy to offer these to the first 60 in-person attendees as a thank you for coming to the event.
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Spring Expo has some excellent keynote speakers lined up.
Keep reading for more details. Hope to see you there!
Randy Claramunt - Chief of Michigan Fisheries for the DNR - will be giving a Lake Basin Report.
Fan favorite Chuck Kakuska will be speaking about any changes to renewing your license with the USCG and offer help with the renewal process.
Charles "Chuck" Kakuska is a 25 year veteran of the United States Coast Guard. His last Duty Assignment was as Chief of the Regional Examination Center in Toledo, Ohio. A recognized expert in the field, and President of Sea K's Maritime Licensing Service, Chuck has over 40 years of Maritime Licensing Experience.Chuck has been working with MCBA members for many years helping renew their maritime credentials and has been a regular speaker at annual meetings.
USCG Officials will host a Q&A session to help understand drug policy and other legislative issues.
Cliff Dilling of DDTA - New Drug Program Overview
Mark Williams and Jeff Panich - MCBA Drug Program Updates
Mark Williams - New Fishing License Legislation and Fishing Oversight Committee
Mark Williams - Youth Fishing Campaign
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We all know the way to a fisherman's heart is through his belly! So what's to eat at the Spring Expo? Here is the menu:
Breakfast Buffet:
Scrambled Eggs
Herbed Breakfast Potatoes
French Toast with Maple Syrup
Bacon
Pork Sausage
Assorted Cereals
Fresh Baked Muffins
Fresh Baked Croissants
Bread (Wheat and White)
Bagels
Orange Juice
Coffee (Regular and Decaf)
Lunch - Deli Station:
Sliced Ham
Turkey
Roast Beef
Swiss Cheese
Cheddar Cheese
Jack Cheese
Lettuce
Tomato
Red Onion
Mayonnaise
Mustard
Dijon Mustard
White and Wheat Sliced Bread
Hoagie Rolls
Potato Chips
House Salad
Whole Fruit
Assorted Cookies
Brownies
Coffee
Tea
Water
Beverages - water and soft drinks available all day
Registration is open up to and including walk-ins the day of the event.
Pre-registration helps us immensely with planning and food needs!
Members are free
Non-members are $45 (to cover food cost) - due at event, cash or credit
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We are looking forward to seeing you in person for the Annual Conference!
Nothing like a group of people with fishing tales to tell -
should be a lively time!
Event Schedule
(subject to change)
6:00 am – 7:30am Vendor Setup
7:30 am – Doors open to event
8:00 am – 9:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am – Pledge of Allegiance and Presidents Opening Remarks
9:15 am – Vice President Holly Engel (MCBA Binders, etc.)
9:30 am – 10:30 am – Randy Claramunt MDNR Chief of Fisheries
10:30 am – 11:00 am Break for vendors
11:00 am – Noon Lake Basin Coordinators
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm USCG Coast Guard Drug Program
1:45 pm – 2:10 pm Chuck Kakuska - License Renewals
2:10 pm – 2:30 pm Mark Williams / Kids Fishing
2:30 pm – 2:45 pm Fisherman’s Digest TV Show Lottery
2:45 pm – Closing remarks and Tackle Raffle
Registration is open up to and including walk-ins the day of the event.
Pre-registration helps us immensely with planning and food needs!
Members are free
Non-members are $45 (to cover food cost) - due at event, cash or credit
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This year’s Annual Conference is being hosted at the
Holiday Inn and Suites in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
Some key features of this location:
Centrally located
Affordable
On-site Conference Center
Local Attractions - casino, golf, etc.
Pool & Fitness Center
To reserve your room at the Holiday In - Click Here - www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate?fromRedirect=true&qSrt=sBR&qIta=9...
To register for the April 5th event - Please click here -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5ZihC8YjCTTXlIGMUVtXGNdmAn8Pl8CJKZcuLN0buxmxFdQ/viewform
Registration is open up to and including walk-ins the day of the event - preregistration helps us immensely with planning and food needs!
Members are free
Non-members are $45 (to cover food cost) - due at event, cash or credit
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It's not too late to join us for the Annual Conference - April 5th! Watch this brief video for an update on the event.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wq3H40u6Ak
To register for the April 5th event -
Please click here - docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5ZihC8YjCTTXlIGMUVtXGNdmAn8Pl8CJKZcuLN0buxmxFdQ/viewform
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