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Northern Michigan Fishing, An Inside Look at John Cross Fisheries

News story about John Cross Fisheries and including a few recipes written by Tim Tebeau, published online on MyNorth news (July 13, 2012). Excerpt of story as follows:

“Behind the ancient screen door at Charlevoix’s John Cross Fisheries, pearlescent piles of tapered whitefish and walleye fillets fill a glass case. Only a few hours have passed between the animated flop from a net and the deft cut of a filet knife. The adjacent fish processing room echoes with the dueling music of whirring blades and sloshing rinse water. The smell is profound but evocative with the lakey sweetness of freshwater fish mingled with the thick vapors of the smokehouse.”

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The GLFHT is Getting an Upgrade—More to Explore This Summer!

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!

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