Salmon Camp 2026
September 25 @ 8:00 am - September 27 @ 5:00 pm
$180
The ONE, The ORIGINAL, The ONLY SALMON CAMP 2026
A Tradition for 36 Years! September 25-27, 2026
Please know that this is not a DCFF run event!
You must register and pay to John Bueter directly
We are so looking forward to SALMON CAMP this year. Friends-Fun-Fishing
Everyone has had a busy year. We look forward to hearing all the stories around the fire. Don’t forget the Bourbon!
Bring your big guns, Kids! Looks like there’s plenty of food for our fish friends. We’ll be hosting festivities again at the Bueter Compound at 3200 S. James Road, North of Baldwin, MI
Our target species, the mighty King Salmon, will again be pursued in the Wild and Scenic Pere Marquette River by anglers using FLY RODS and FLIES ONLY, following the not only letter of the law, but in the spirit of the law.
Campsites are plenty, but space for Camper Trailers, Pop-Ups, Motor Homes, or whatever contraption you’re thinking of dragging up is limited. Availability for 8 campers & 6 tents with electric access only. Unlimited for non electric sites. 1st reserved, 1st choice of location. Limited access to water and power. No generators after 10 pm or during meal times. There are cabins available at CLOUD 9 RESORT (for those who don’t want to rough it for this weekend). Don’t delay in calling for a reservation 231-745-3070 (they will go fast). We need a head count by Sept 1st, as to prepare our menus!!
Brian and Keith Bartram once again will smoke absolute pig heaven on Saturday night. Our usual suspects led by our own camp camp coordinator, will again prepare a super-duper up-north breakfast on Saturday morning and a Fantastic dinner Saturday night.
The 24 hour Campfire tradition will continue, providing the backdrop for the usual hijinks, exchange of regional information (mostly lies), recounting of the day’s adventures (again, mostly lies), and permanently cementing friendships. Enclosed areas for food service, fly tying, and activities will be put up, allowing the spirit of mentorism and camaraderie to flourish once again. Classes for Proven fly patterns will be offered, as well as new experimental patterns. Along with classes for proven knots and rigging maybe some new stuff, too. We may even offer a class to help your casting prowess. Be sure to bring your tying stuff—you’ve got things to offer and learn!!
50/50 Raffle this year to help cover the cost of upgrades & other needs for camp. Along with possibilities of other raffles to tickle yore fancy.
Check out the Facebook link Salmon Camp Fishing Spot. Be sure to forward to friends. Remember: the founding concept of Salmon Camp is “this is too much fun to keep to ourselves”, and there’s always room for “newbies”- no matter their level of experience.
Other particulars: Gas 3 burner stove, gas grille, and charcoal grill available on site for those wanting to prepare their own meals & specialties. Showers with both hot and cold water on site, and all campers are encouraged to use them to control the fly, bear, and buzzard problems of the past.
Cost for Salmon Camp ’26 $180.00
Tee Shirts $35
RSVP via phone, ‘e’mail, or snail mail, so we don’t run out’a bbq sauce & eggs. Payment can be made in cash or check only (made out to John Bueter) NO credit cards or debit card payments accepted. Catch & Release Forms HERE must be filled out by EVERYONE Check in with Tracy upon arrival
Further details, questions, or requests: Contact John 248-345-1402
Recommended Equipment
**Michigan all-species fishing license**
Big Dog Flyrod (8-9-10 wt) a spare is not unwise
Quality Reel with super-smooth drag Sink-Tip Fly line, Indicator System, or Chuck-n-Duck System
6 through 12 pound tippet
Lots and Lots of flies (Note: max size 4 single point hook)
Waders, Boots, Wading Staff
Hook Hone, Nippers, Pliers (Hemostats are worthless here)
Big Landing Net (17 inch handle max)
Polarized Glasses
Flashlight, Lantern, Headlight (Important!!)
Rain Gear, Weather Appropriate Clothing
Tent, Sleeping Gear, Personal Stuff
Don’t Forget yer Bubba
Lookin’ Forward to fishin’ with y’all !!!
Your Master of Salmon Mayhem;
John Bueter
PO BOX #577
Baldwin, MI 49304
John’s Cell 248-345-1402
