We’re not shy about it, we’re gear-heads. We love playing with the latest fly fishing gear and writing reviews on the stuff we really like. With that said, do we really NEED every rod, reel, gadget, or gizmo out there? Probably not.. We just like it! Regardless, every once in a while we come across…
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Releasing Fish in Cold Weather
It might be cold out, but we hope that’s not keeping you from getting after it this winter. Fly fishing in sub-zero temperatures might take a certain kind of crazy, but it can also be a lot of fun. With that said, when the air temperature dips below freezing, special care should be taken when releasing…
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South Andros Mini Gallery – Ben Beatty Edition
Today we present you with a collection of photos taken at Andros South by Alaska West guide, Ben Beatty. Ben recently spent a week wandering the flats of South Andros and aside from catching some pretty awesome fish (ahem, see proof above), he also took some pretty awesome photos. Enjoy! More From South Andros Shallow…
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Spey Casting in Tight Quarters – Part 2: Back Against the Wall
Today we’re back with part 2 of our ‘spey casting in tight quarters’ mini-series of posts. Last week we kicked off the series with an explanation of how to use casting stations to work down a run shrouded with sections difficult or even impossible to cast from. Today’s topic? How to make fishable casts when backed up…
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Frozen Rod Guides – Try Lip Balm
With a daily high of a whopping 13 degrees Fahrenheit outside our Anchorage office, we’re starting to come to terms that winter is upon us. For many of us, winter brings fishing conditions that are far from ideal. Although, winter fly fishing in cold-weather climates can have its perks, such as less crowds and fish…
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Chrome Dollies
We’ve posted a fair amount of photos in the past of dolly varden (or, Arctic Char? Click here for an explanation) in full spawning colors at Alaska West. Why? Because frankly, we think they’re one of the coolest looking fish around. From late July through the end of August, many of our guests love spending part…
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To Hold a Loop or Not to Hold a Loop
It’s poll time here on the Deneki Blog! One of the most debated topics at our lodges is whether or not to hold a loop of line while swinging flies for salmon and steelhead. Some find holding a loop during the swing necessary to allow the fish ample time (with minimum resistance) to eat the…
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Leopard Rainbow by Ben West
This past summer, we introduced you to the fly fishing inspired artwork of Alaska West guide, Ben West. We were blown away the first time we saw his work, as were many of our guests! Today, we’re proud to post Ben’s latest work, a commissioned painting of a gorgeous leopard rainbow trout caught on site at Alaska…
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Deneki Does Denver
Just a heads up, next week we’re going to be attending this year’s Fly Fishing Show in Denver, Colorado and we hope you are too! The Fly Fishing Show is a trade show for, you guessed it, fly fishing! The show is hosted at venues across the country and kicks off it’s fourteenth season at…
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New Years Resolutions
Happy New Year! Still looking for a New Years Resolution worth keeping? Not to worry, here are some ideas along with some links to make it happen! “In 2015 I will..” Learn to Tie a Nail Knot Without a Tool. Learn to cast Left Handed (or Right Handed for You South Paws). Always Be Nice…
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