One of the greatest joys in fly fishing is passing along the sport to the next generation. The river is a classroom which can teach lessons that cannot be learned in other venues. There is no specific age when you are supposed to take your child fishing but when you feel the time is right,…
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Items to Help you Stay Warm this Winter
Fishing is always better than not fishing, regardless of how intimidating the weather forecast is. Luckily for the ambitious winter angler, there is some great gear currently available to help keep you on the water during even the coldest of days. Here are 3 of our favorite fishing items for those times when the thermometer…
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Alaska Bush Menu
You may be fishing in the wilderness but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice good meals in exchange for remote experiences. Here are some of the menu items at Alaska West documented by our friend Matt Vaughn. We know you are going to be tired after tugging on big fish all day and want…
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Fishpond Welcomes Tacky Fly Storage Into The Family
Big news from our friends over at Fishpond. The following is a press release from the company, “We are proud to announce that Tacky will now operate under the Fishpond brand. The purchase will lend Fishpond’s design and distribution capabilities to Tacky’s growing line of products and extend its legacy of innovative fly storage systems….
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Timeless Tips // Jigging Your Streamer
Steamer fishing is one of the most popular methods to target large trout in the fall. As the temperatures cool, there are still plenty of opportunities to fish a streamer, you just have to change up your technique. As the water temps cool, the fish’s metabolism slows down but they will still be willing to…
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3 Bad Habits to Break When Bonefishing
In honor of our opening week at Andros South, we wanted to share with you 3 bad habits to break when bonefishing. These are just a few things to avoid to help you get the most out of your trip! Too many false casts. Get your flies in the water. Our bonefish are aggressive and…
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Opening Day at Andros South!
Tomorrow, November 3rd, is the opening of our season at Andros South! As you read this a 10 lbs bonefish is cruising a shallow flat, looking for something to eat. Do you want a chance at feeding this giant? The fall and winter are actually the most underrated time to target the largest bonefish on…
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Sage’s Swing Season 2019
Our friends over at Sage Fly Fishing recently released their 2019 Swing Season program. Check out the link to see their choice of Winter Swing Tools along with a great essay entitled “The Winter Crew” written by Gregory Fitz with photos from Aaron Goodis. If you are like us and find yourself constantly wishing that…
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5 Reasons Why Closing Week at AK West is the Best
Earlier this year we did a post from Alaska West alumni Zac Cassil on why the opening week at AK West was his favorite. When you have a fishery like the Kanektok River outside your front door, there really is no bad part of the season to be there. Our good friend and regular guest,…
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An Alternative to Neoprene Wading Socks on the Flats
This may sound crazy, but once I started wearing wool socks under my flats boots, I have never returned to a neoprene wading sock. Next time you are luckily walking a flat that requires a sturdy wading boot, try putting on two pairs of wool socks. It may sound hot but I promise you that…
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