Archives for March 2026
6 Must Haves You Need When Traveling To Alaska
Alaska is Amazing! Summers in Alaska look great on Instagram. Sunlight stretching until midnight, bald eagles on standby for photo ops, cruise ships gliding through glassy water. But those of...
The Art of Bear Viewing: Power, Patience, and the Perfect Moment in Bristol Bay
Today’s post on the art of bear viewing is brought to you by Stewart’s Photo in Anchorage, Alaska your trusted source for everything photography in the Last Frontier. Whether you’re...
Your Drag Is Wrong. Here’s How to Fix It Before a Fish Fixes It for You.
Setting reel drag isn't complicated. That said many anglers do it by "vibes", and vibes don't stop a 40 pound King from spooling you into the backing before you can...
Tying the Egan Poacher: A Jiggy Fly Pattern for Swinging Trout
This fly-tying tutorial is brought to you by Mossy's Fly Shop in Anchorage, Alaska, where the legendary advice on flies, gear, and techniques is hotter than their coffee. (907) 770-2666...
Start Shallow, My Friend: The Spey Casting Gospel You Keep Ignoring
Stay In the Shallow Let’s start with a confession. Too many anglers wade into the river like they’re auditioning for Aquaman 3. Waist deep before the first cast, chest deep...
Fishing September at Rapids Camp Lodge: The Season’s Grand Finale(ish)
If Alaska’s fishing season were a movie, September would be the dramatic finale(ish). The part with the sweeping music, the big fish, and the guy yelling “One more cast!” with...
Spots Are Going Fast at Alaska West Lodge, And No, That’s Not Just a Sales Line
There are places in this world where you go to relax. Sip hot coffee, stare at the horizon, maybe read a book. Alaska West Lodge on the Kanektok River is...
