Local Info & Links
If you are new to the Traverse City and the Leelanau area or are looking for places to shop, eat and stay, consider some of the businesses listed below.
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Shops:
The Northern Angler is a complete fly shop located in Traverse City to meet your tackle, clothing and accessory needs while fishing in the area. 426 W. Front Street, Traverse City. 231-933-4730 Please note new Location and Owners as of June 2010.
Nolans Tobacconist is a well stocked cigar shop right on Front Street. Because having a cigar on the water sometimes makes the day that much better.
336 E. Front Street, Traverse City. 231.946-2640
Jack's Market is the one stop shop for those looking for a great selection of adult beverages. From liquor and Wine to import beer, you will want to check out Jacks.
448 East Front Street, Traverse City. 231.947.6170
Fishing Licenses are available through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources
website.
Sleder's Tavern has been around longer than any of you reading this. Looking for a cold beer and a burger while in the atmosphere of a traditional Northern Michigan bar? Then this is the place. Family friendly. Remeber to "Smootch the Moose".
Apache Trout Grill offers a step or two above bar food, but don't panic, they do have a bar to match your libations with your entree. The Tiki Bar on the bay is a great way to enjoy yourself on those warm summer evenings.
Trattoria Stella is the place to dine if you really enjoy creative and fresh food served with the upmost class and surroundings. For you foodies, this is where you want to go for that special meal and bottle of wine or, if you prefer - a cold one with a pizza and salad.
The Cook's House is one of the many fine restraunts in the region and their approach to dining is unique and refreshing. While it has a limited menu, you will find meals full of freshness and flavors - consider making a reservation in advance. Now serving Alcohol.
Accommodations:
The
Parkplace is located in downtown Traverse City within walking downtown to restraunts and shopping. Convenience to downtown makes up facilities which have been described as "tired."
The
Bayshore Resort is located right on West Grand Traverse Bay and is located within walking distance of downtown.
Crystal Mountain Resort is located between Traverse City and the Lower Manistee River. If fishing Steelhead or Salmon on the Manistee or Betsie Rivers or trout fishing the lower Manistee, this is a great place to stay with a number of room, condo, & townhouse options. Golf, skiing and a Spa are located on site as well as restraunts making for ideal amenities. Corporate Rate for all Current Works customers.
We can pick you up at your hotel if you need to leave your vehicle for your family to use while we fish. Please arrange this ahead of time with your guide.
Grand Traverse County Jail offers uncomfortable lodging for those of you who get behind the wheel after drinking. The phrase behind the bars is, "Traverse City - come on vacation, leave on probation". Plan ahead before endangering yourself and others. Cab services are available in the Traverse City region: 231-941-Taxi
Conservation:
Tackle Manufactures and products I Use:
Simms Waders and Clothing
Guides and Outfitters In Other Places:
Anyone interested in fishing for Redfish and Seatrout in the Texas Gulf should fish with
Capt. Billy Trimble. Billy not only knows how to get the boat to the fish, but more importantly how to get the client into the fish. Poleing anglers around Port Aransas & Corpus Christi, Texas.
True North Trout is a blog specializing in the publishing of fly fishing related information as it pertains to Northern Michigan.
T|N|T publishes my fishing reports and articles on their site with my permission.
Ted Kraimer
Current Works, LLC
PO Box 333
Traverse City, MI 49685
231-883-8156