Big Stone Bay, Fishing Family Profile
A Fleet of Fish Trucks and a Boat. Cameron “Cam” McMurry of Big Stone Bay Fishery doesn’t have a family heritage in commercial fishing. In
A Fleet of Fish Trucks and a Boat. Cameron “Cam” McMurry of Big Stone Bay Fishery doesn’t have a family heritage in commercial fishing. In
A Good Boat Speaks for Itself: Isle Royale Fisherman and Their Boats by Timothy Cochrane and Hawk Tolson This book was published in 2002 by the
The Evolution of Great Lakes Commercial Fishing Vessels & Gear – A Brief Overview From lighthouses to shipwrecks, Michigan is rich in maritime heritage tradition;
Promoting Community Boat Building, Rowing & Sailing on the Heritage Coast of Michigan
Grand Portage Annual Rendezvous & PowWow
View a historic Mackinaw Boat on display in St. Ignace.
Fort Mackinac (1781-1895) on Mackinac Island features a fisheries history exhibit related to the fishing and the fishing industry of the Straits area.
Home of five water-focused nonprofit organizations.
Fishing Museum
Historic fishing vessels carry stories of how Great Lakes fisheries, past and present, have shaped Michigan’s coastal communities.
With financial support from America250MI, we are excited to enhance the GLFHT website! We’re delivering a more accessible, user-friendly experience and expanded stories that celebrate fisheries heritage in Michigan and throughout the Great Lakes region.
Some highlights include new trail stories featuring local voices, curated educational resources for youth and educators, additional places to explore in our directory, and more ways to connect with coastal communities through history, culture, and stewardship.
The first phase of the upgraded site launched in June, with more content coming in August 2026. Thank you for visiting!
