Runyan Lake Inc.

RUNYAN LAKE INC.

The lake association for the entire community of Runyan Lake
in Tyrone Township, Livingston County, Michigan.

Fishing on Runyan Lake

***Anglers and Boaters - Please protect Runyan Lake! Click here to read recommended precautions from the DNR to help prevent disease and invasive species transfer into our lake.***

Fishing on Runyan Lake is governed by state of Michigan fishing regulations.

Lake Access Information Alert - Deadly Fish Disease Fishing Contest Fish Study Report 8/2008

Michigan Fishing License Requirements (see DNR page)

You must purchase a license if you are 17 years of age or older. If you are under 17, you may fish without a license, but you are required to observe all fishing rules and regulations.

When fishing, you must carry your license and the identification used to purchase that license and exhibit both upon demand of a Michigan Conservation Officer, a Tribal Conservation Officer or any law enforcement officer.

Your fishing license is valid from March 1 of a given year through March 31 of the following year.

What fish are in Runyan Lake?
Fish populations in Runyan Lake include Black Crappie, Bluegill/Sunfish, Largemouth and Rock Bass, Longnose Gar, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Walleye, and of course bait fish. You might also see Iowa and Johnny Darters, or a Mudpuppy now and then. Having trouble identifying a fish? Think you saw or caught something else? Try this fish identification tool.

More from the DNR........

Fishing license info. Fishing Seasons info.

Also, check out this great fishing booklet from the DNR!

See the DNR website for more fishing information.

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Fishing Contest Information

Contest Photos & Winners for: 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006

15th Annual Fishing Contest 2011

Prizes were awarded Sunday, July 3rd.

Click here for flyer

When: Weigh in starts Friday June 24th @ 5:30 pm
Weigh in ends Friday July 1st @ 8:30 pm

Weigh in hours: 5:30 to 8:30 daily
or whenever the fish windsock is flying.

Where: Ostrowski’s Dock - 10523 Lakeshore Dr.
(South East Shore / Heights)

Cost: No cost to participate (donations welcome)

Winners: Will be contacted, and awards will be presented on the island
on Sunday, July 3rd, at 10:00 am.

Special thanks to Doug & Cindy Smith (RLI members and owners of Smitty’s Exit 80 Sunoco)
See the flyer for special discount offers.

Make sure to participate and get your 2011 RLI Successful Angler wristband. Prizes and or awards are given to the largest fish in each of division, determined by weight.

Contact Mike Ostrowski (810-629-4569) or Bret Straffon (810-610-3207) for more information.

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Thanks to Mike & Michele Ostrowski and Bret & Julie Straffon for all arrangements, weighing in, prize giving and pictures.

Historical Fishing Contest Information

Prior Year Contest Photos & Winners 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006

Runyan Lake Inc.

PO Box 105, Fenton MI 48430-0105, USA

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