Salmon and Steelhead Base Camp

Fall 2026

Michigan Salmon & Steelhead Basecamp

Anglers’ Base Camp is an adult program of MITTEN Outdoors Adventures & Events, brought to you in collaboration with the fly fishing community. The Fall Salmon & Steelhead Base Camp provides an opportunity for fly fishing clubs and individual anglers to experience some of the best fly fishing in the world at a very affordable price.

Furthermore, there is a charitable purpose to the camp. The proceeds from all Anglers’ Base Camps support the Michigan Crossroads Council, Scouting America in pursuit of their mission; to develop character, integrity and leadership in today’s youth through quality programs, outdoor experiences, and service to the community.

Salmon & Steelhead Base Camp Info & Registration

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The Camp

Fall Salmon and Steelhead Base Camp is located in the western part of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula at Gerber Scout Reservation. Located in Twin Lake, Michigan, Gerber Scout Reservation has over 800 acres and abundant natural resources, including multiple inland lakes teeming with fish. Gerber is the perfect basecamp for all of your adventures.

The camp runs for one week, with two sessions in Fall 2026. The cost of the camp is $580 for the full week — all inclusive (does not include getting to and from camp). Reserve your spot at this spectacular fishing destination. Registration is limited to 30 participants.

Guests will enjoy three full meals a day along with snacks and fruit to keep you energized throughout your days on the waters. Our location affords the opportunity to fish the waters throughout “western-lower” Michigan, including on the Muskegon, Pere Marquette, and Manistee Rivers. We are also not far from Lake Michigan.

For more details on the camp, please visit the Michigan Salmon & Steelhead Base Camp site.

Session Name	Dates	Cost per Person
Week #1	Sunday, September 27 – Saturday, October 3, 2026	$580
Week #2	Sunday, October 4 – Saturday, October 10, 2026	$580

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What is included in the Camp

Heated bunkhouse lodging

Bunkhouse lodging with private restroom and shower facilities located at Gerber Scout Reservation’s Venture Base area. (While twin sized bunk beds are provided, no top bunks will be utilized.)

Meals & Snacks

Three full, hot meals a day prepared by our onsite chef in our dining hall. Plus all the snacks and fruit you can eat.

Kitchenette / Laundry

Kitchenettes are available for use in each bunkhouse area. Laundry facilities are available for use on the property.

Central Location

Our camp is centrally located around some of the best fly fishing locations in Michigan. We have a full interactive map that shows the best places to visit. As a bonus, there is a lake on camp property for fishing as well!

Individuals, Groups, and Couples

We can easily accommodate individuals, as well as fly fishing groups and families/couples. A wonderful way to escape with your closest fly fishing companions or meet some new ones.