Tight Lines For Troops

Tight Lines For Troops Fishing Tournament for Michigan's Veterans This annual charity fishing tournament began with Manistee County charter Captain Bob Guenthardt.

Bob is a former Ogema of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and a proud Army veteran. His idea and desire to show appreciation to members of the military for their dedication and sacrifice provided the foundation for this unique event. In the fall of 2009, Captain Bob, the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and the Little River Casino Resort created a “Host Committee”, which later reached ou

t to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, Michigan Chapter and the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and the entire Manistee area community. Captain Bob’s fleet of volunteer fishing boat captains, local organizations such as Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Warrior Society, United Veterans Council, Rolling Thunder Michigan Chapter 1, Michigan National Guard and U.S. Coast Guard, many private businesses, and hundreds of volunteer individuals throughout the state of Michigan joined together and successfully executed this outstanding event.

04/09/2026

Hey! Don't forget to send in your completed confirmation packets! They are due on the 15th!

03/28/2026

We need completed confirmation packets back by 4/15. If you received one, fill it out and return it now. Don't wait!

VOLUNTEERS! The Tight Lines For Troops event would not happen without the many, many volunteers who give up their time ...
03/14/2026

VOLUNTEERS! The Tight Lines For Troops event would not happen without the many, many volunteers who give up their time and sleep to make it happen. We are truly grateful. If you are interested in signing up to volunteer, the signup website is now live.

SignUp.com makes it easy to coordinate school events & classroom activities, fundraisers, snack schedules, potlucks & more!

03/11/2026

ATTENTION APPLICANTS. Selection letters were mailed on Monday. Be on the lookout for yours and be sure to complete and mail back the confirmation letters and waivers.

03/06/2026

BOATS NEEDED

We are down a few boats compared to this time last year. If you have a boat 25' or larger and would like to take some veterans out fishing as part of the Tight Lines For Troops event May 15-16, please PM us or send an email to [email protected].

Those of you who have confirmed with Capt Craig already - THANK YOU!

Orchard Beach campground is still undergoing renovations and is closed during the Tight Lines For Troops event. Rally P...
01/17/2026

Orchard Beach campground is still undergoing renovations and is closed during the Tight Lines For Troops event. Rally Point Campground is available and free for veterans.
https://www.rallypointveteranscampground.com/.

The Rally Point Veterans Campground is open seasonally for veterans to camp free of charge. Veteran owned and operated - a safe and serence place to camp in the heart of the Manistee National Forest.

The application period for the 2026 Tight Lines for Troops event on May 15-16, 2026 ends on 3/1/26. If you are a Michig...
01/13/2026

The application period for the 2026 Tight Lines for Troops event on May 15-16, 2026 ends on 3/1/26. If you are a Michigan veteran and would like to participate, please apply.

Attention 2025 Tight Lines for Troops participants. If you want to participate in the 2026 Tight Lines for Troops event...
01/13/2026

Attention 2025 Tight Lines for Troops participants. If you want to participate in the 2026 Tight Lines for Troops event, you still need to complete an application if you haven't already.

Attention 2025 event participants. If you participated in the 2025 event which canceled due to weather, and you were as...
11/04/2025

Attention 2025 event participants. If you participated in the 2025 event which canceled due to weather, and you were assigned to a boat, you will be assigned to a boat for the 2026 event BUT YOU MUST STILL APPLY FOR THE 2026 EVENT. The application period is open now through 3/1/26. Go to

This annual fishing tournament began with Manistee County charter Captain Bob Guenthardt. Bob is a former Ogema of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and a proud Army veteran. His idea and desire to show appreciation to members of the military for their dedication and sacrifice provided the fou...

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