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The Huron River Fly Fishing Club has been meeting for near a year now. Although it doesn't have its own web site yet, their discussions are are hosted here on our Discussion Board. If you're interested, please visit them at this link.

The club recently held a Fly Tying Symposium... some beautiful works of art and skill were displayed!

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PORTAGE AND BASELINE LAKE LEVELS TO BE RAISED

BEGINNING APRIL 11, 2008

The lake level at Portage and Baseline Lakes will be raised twelve to fifteen inches beginning on April 11, 2008 and will reach its summer level by April 18th (conditions permitting), according to Janis Bobrin, Washtenaw County Drain Commissioner.

Bobrin said that each winter the lake level is lowered to reduce frost damage and erosion at the lake. In the summer, homeowners in the Portage and Baseline Lake areas are cautioned to prepare for the raising of the lake level, which is coordinated with opening of the boat launch facilities. Dennis M. Wojcik, P.E., Chief Deputy Drain Commissioner, will answer inquiries and can be reached at (734) 222-6860.

Interested in discussions about the River, fishing, bird watching, and other related subjects? Huron River Net has a discussion board and we invite you all to register and join in!
Huron River Net Discussion Board

What Part of "No Wake" don't you understand? - An editorial.

Dirk Fischbach has submitted a very thoughtful article regarding the impact of the many dams on the Huron titled "A River Tries to Run Through It".

"The Huron River - Voices from the Watershed" is a collection of stories, articles, poems, and prose related to the Huron River. Edited by John Knott and Keith Taylor, this book is a "must read" for anyone that lives on or near the watershed. The pieces selected for this book are exceptional, the variety of thoughts and perspectives opens your eyes to aspects of the River you've never considered. Published by the University of Michigan Press, the book can be ordered through Amazon by clicking here.

Books on the Huron River available at Amazon.com!

The DNR has topo maps of all the lakes in Livingston County, check Map Page for the links!

Huron River Fishing Guide, Dirk Fischbach, submits regular fishing reports. Check them out on the Huron River Fly Fishing Adventure fishing report page.

Click here to go to Dirk Fischbach's Huron River Fly Fishing Adventures

Related Links

Lake Link is an interesting resource regarding midwest lake and river activities and information

A GREAT page for kids about the geography/ecology etc. of Rivers and Streams is at http://mbgnet.mobot.org/fresh/rivers/index.htm

Another kids page about ponds and lakes

The Michigan Lakes and Streams Association

Michigan Riparian Magazine -"devoted exclusively to protection, preservation and improvement of Michigan waters and to the rights of riparian owners to enjoy their waterfront property."

Those of you living on or near Portage or Little Portage lake can see the old Peach Mountain Observatory (and the new radio disk)....the history is located here!

Huron Valley Community Network is a non profit organization that provides information regarding the Huron valley communities as well as internet access.

Although the page hasn't been updated in a while, the Portage/Baseline Property Owners Association maintains its own web site.

In an age when we all worry about what is happening in our world, one group locally is trying to make a difference.

Visit the web site for
Military Families Speak Out
Michigan Chapter

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Huron River Net is dedicated to providing information about Michigan's Huron River, primarily that section of the Huron located in Livingston and Washtenaw Counties. Providing a central point for information and communication, Huron River Net hopes to be a partner in maintaining the quality of the River and the quality of life for those that enjoy it. Click on the "Huron River Net Menu" above for information on canoeing, environment, sailing, swimming, nature, bird watching, power boating, fishing, kayaking, sailing, maps of the Huron River, history of the Huron River, recreation, photos and images of the Huron River, businesses, marinas, events, and our Huron River Net Discussion Board. The River between Portage Lake and Baseline Lake The Huron River is located in Southeast Michigan and flows into Lake Erie. Designated as a Country-Scenic Natural River, it is a tremendous resource for the area. The Huron River flows 125 miles from the Huron Swamp northwest of Pontiac to Pt. Mouilee on Lake Erie, dropping from 1,018 to 572 feet above sea level along the way. The system contains approximately 367 miles of streams and drains. (Map of the Huron River Watershed) Livingston and Washtenaw Counties enjoy a "chain of lakes" which include Portage, Little Portage, Baseline, Gallagher, Whitewood, Strawberry, Zukey, and Ore Lakes. A canoe could also access the Halfmoon chain to the west in the Pinckney recreation area. Sunset on Baseline Lake, April 8, 2005 The most peaceful location on the River! A foggy May morning on the river, just north of Baseline Lake. Huron River at Bell Road, January					News and Information The Huron River Fly Fishing Club has been meeting for near a year now. Although it doesn't have its own web site yet, their discussions are are hosted here on our Discussion Board. If you're interested, please visit them at this link. The club recently held a Fly Tying Symposium... some beautiful works of art and skill were displayed! Visit "RiverThoughts" PORTAGE AND BASELINE LAKE LEVELS TO BE RAISED BEGINNING APRIL 11, 2008 The lake level at Portage and Baseline Lakes will be raised twelve to fifteen inches beginning on April 11, 2008 and will reach its summer level by April 18th (conditions permitting), according to Janis Bobrin, Washtenaw County Drain Commissioner. Bobrin said that each winter the lake level is lowered to reduce frost damage and erosion at the lake. In the summer, homeowners in the Portage and Baseline Lake areas are cautioned to prepare for the raising of the lake level, which is coordinated with opening of the boat launch facilities. Dennis M. Wojcik, P.E., Chief Deputy Drain Commissioner, will answer inquiries and can be reached at (734) 222-6860. Interested in discussions about the River, fishing, bird watching, and other related subjects? Huron River Net has a discussion board and we invite you all to register and join in! Huron River Net Discussion Board What Part of "No Wake" don't you understand? - An editorial. Dirk Fischbach has submitted a very thoughtful article regarding the impact of the many dams on the Huron titled "A River Tries to Run Through It". "The Huron River - Voices from the Watershed" is a collection of stories, articles, poems, and prose related to the Huron River. Edited by John Knott and Keith Taylor, this book is a "must read" for anyone that lives on or near the watershed. The pieces selected for this book are exceptional, the variety of thoughts and perspectives opens your eyes to aspects of the River you've never considered. Published by the University of Michigan Press, the book can be ordered through Amazon by clicking here. Books on the Huron River available at Amazon.com! The DNR has topo maps of all the lakes in Livingston County, check Map Page for the links! Huron River Fishing Guide, Dirk Fischbach, submits regular fishing reports. Check them out on the Huron River Fly Fishing Adventure fishing report page. Click here to go to Dirk Fischbach's Huron River Fly Fishing Adventures Related Links Lake Link is an interesting resource regarding midwest lake and river activities and information A GREAT page for kids about the geography/ecology etc. of Rivers and Streams is at http://mbgnet.mobot.org/fresh/rivers/index.htm Another kids page about ponds and lakes The Michigan Lakes and Streams Association Michigan Riparian Magazine -"devoted exclusively to protection, preservation and improvement of Michigan waters and to the rights of riparian owners to enjoy their waterfront property." Those of you living on or near Portage or Little Portage lake can see the old Peach Mountain Observatory (and the new radio disk)....the history is located here! Huron Valley Community Network is a non profit organization that provides information regarding the Huron valley communities as well as internet access. Although the page hasn't been updated in a while, the Portage/Baseline Property Owners Association maintains its own web site. In an age when we all worry about what is happening in our world, one group locally is trying to make a difference. Visit the web site for Military Families Speak Out Michigan Chapter