Hey fowlguy. Im also about to take off for a visit to my inlaws up in the Alpena area. If I were you I would target some eyes. Thats not too far from lake Erie but Im sure something must be close to there to fish. Take a look at this link and do a search for what you want to know or join the board and ask. They help me a lot up in that area.
http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/fo...splay.php?f=59