ALPENA – Fairview authors, Richard and Mary Rensberry, have just published “Big Brownie”, a custom book written and illustrated for the annual Michigan Brown Trout Festival in Alpena.
“Big Brownie” is the famed, tagged brown trout that is raised and released every year just prior to the tournaments opening, and is the big money prize if caught during the 10-day event festivities.
The elusive Big Brownie has only been caught once during the festival’s 46-year history.
Author, Richard Rensberry grew up on a farm outside of Alpena and attended Alpena Community College, as well as Michigan State University where he majored in parks and recreation. He is an avid fishermen and spokesperson for Michigan’s natural wonders as well as the author of over 40 books, including his locally set “Conversations With Sasquatch” series.
“Big Brownie” will be featured as part of this year’s children’s day at the Brown Trout event on Sunday, July 17. Richard will be on hand at the festivities, signing copies and visiting with the kids. The book will be handed out as part of a bag of school supplies to the nearly 500 children who will attend the event.
