I hunted with Michael under tough conditions, very warm weather and lots of leaves still on the trees. We still had good points on bird and plenty of opportunities  for shooting. His dogs are very good and Michael treats his customers to a full measure of Grouse and hospitality making  hunting with him a real pleasure.

Mark K. Jones ,Ohio

 I very much enjoyed my day with Michael and his dogs. Michael was professional,knowledgable and helpful through the entire experience. I look forward to booking again this fall!

John Harriman, Hampden

Michael, thanks for the day of instruction. I was impressed with several aspects of your guiding style. First of all, you approach fly-fishing not a SERIOUS sport to knit my brows about as rather something to enjoy. It is clear you have fun with what you do and I love to see that in a teacher. Your pointers on my casting style were invaluable. I don't know how many book and articles I've read-to many-but you zeroed in on some mechanical mistakes and gave me some simple pointers  that have worked for me for the rest of the season. Your advice was simple, well put, and easy to follow. And your enthusiasm for casting got me practicing again with a clear sense what to concentrate on. Understanding what I am doing is more important in some ways than the doing. Your knowledge of insects, their life cycles, and how we choose and present flies is something I really appreciated. In fact it would be fun sometime to go out with you and just do bugs. Your knowledge of basic entomology was really impressive, and more than I've seen in many guides. I feel much better able, with just a few flies, to fish with a sense of knowing more of what I'm trying to do.
Thanks again!

Dr. Stephen Bien, Jay Maine

"A day afield with Michael Browning not only met my expectations, but greatly surpassed them. From his extreme professionalism to his pointers immaculate style and grace. The hunt was phenomenal. I have, consequently, never felt more comfortable or confident pursuing the elusive ruffed grouse. Michael offered a truly bespoke wingshooting experience. One, which I will never forget."

Drew Goodspeed, Kalamazoo Michigan

"Grouse Haven Guide service provided a wonderful day for me and my son and while on the "hunt." Michael's skill and his appreciation for the outdoors will be a factor for many return trips to the beautiful setting we hunted."

Chris Brinkman, Farmington Maine