Rusty Gates, R.I.P.

Rusty Gates, owner of Gates Au Sable Lodge in Grayling and President of Anglers of the Au Sable, passed away on December 19 at the too-young age of 54.  Except for possibly George Mason, it is doubtful that there has ever been anyone who devoted as much time, energy and vision to protecting and preserving our wonderful Au Sable River, and probably no one in the midwest who promoted fly fishing as well and as long as he did.  He will definitely be missed by everyone who loves this river.

Anyone who wants to make a memorial donation can visit www.gateslodge.com or www.ausableanglers.org .