At Deneki Outdoors, each of our locations offers something distinctive—while still sharing that same spirit of world-class fishing and unforgettable settings. Some of you already know Alaska’s rugged rivers at Alaska West and Rapids Camp Lodge or others have waded the flats of South Andros in The Bahamas with Andros South Lodge and many of…
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Alaska West Lodge 2025: A Season to Remember on the Kanektok
This summer, the Kanektok River came alive in a way we haven’t seen in a while. From start to finish, soup to nuts, guests at Alaska West Lodge were standing in the middle of what felt like the river of plenty—sheaves of chrome-bright salmon, whether it be Kings, Chum, Sockeye, or Sivers, and endless strings…
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Fly Tying Tutorial: The Clouser Stinger Fly
This Fly Tying Tutorial is brought to you by Mossy’s Fly Shop. If you’re coming to fish somewhere in Alaska, chances are you’ll go through Anchorage. Take a little time to stop by Mossy’s Fly Shop, your new best fishing friend. This isn’t just a shop; it’s a fly-fishing clubhouse with top-tier gear, a massive…
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5 Good Tips When Mousing For Hungry Rainbow Trout
One of the most exhilarating and unique ways to fly fish for Leopard Rainbow Trout in Western Alaska is by ‘mousing’ for them. Small voles, and other rodents often find themselves in the river, intentionally or not, and our bigger predatory rainbows are always on the lookout for a meal that’s even more filling than…
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Angler’s Neverland: Alaska West Lodge Opening Week 2025!
July 6, 2025 isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s the gateway to one of the most dynamic fisheries on the planet. If you’re searching for a place that feels like it’s been plucked from the pages of Peter Pan, look no further. The Kanektok is Neverland for anglers—untamed, ever-changing, and brimming with wild…
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3 Simple Tips For Better King Salmon Fishing With A Spey Rod
King salmon are the the heavyweight champions of North American rivers. But landing one on a Spey rod? That’s a different game entirely kind of fight. After years chasing these giants across Alaska’s wildest waters, and we’ve learned that small changes in your stragety can make a world of difference. Here are three simple techniques…
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4 Reasons You Should Come Experience the Kanektok River
Reason 1: Alaska’s Fish Factory in Full Production “On a good July day, you can catch all five Pacific salmon species before lunch.” That’s how one Alaska West Lodge returning guest described the Kanektok River. It’s not hyperbole. This remote river in southwest Alaska churns out fish like a well-oiled machine—an aquatic assembly line where…
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Spey Clave: Two Hand Alaska Presented By Mossy’s Fly Shop
Every year, the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge draws over 1.3 million visitors, making it Alaska’s most-visited refuge and a true crossroads for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.. On June 7, 2025, Mossy’s Fly Shop brings the Spey Clave to this iconic landscape- a gathering designed for those who want more than just…
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Learn the Art of the Cack-handed Spey Cast
If you’re an avid two-handed rod fly angler looking to expand your skills and tackle challenging fishing spots, learning cack-handed spey casting could be your next big breakthrough. This technique, while it may sound unusual, is a valuable addition to any angler’s repertoire. What is Cack-handed Spey Casting? Cack-handed spey casting refers to making a spey…
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Common Mistakes Fly Anglers Make When Targeting Alaska Sockeye Salmon-and How to Fix Them
Each summer, more than 50 million Sockeye salmon surge up Alaska’s rivers- a living tide of salmon, pulsing with purpose and ancient memory. That’s not hyperbole; it’s the annual migration in Bristol Bay alone, a spectacle so grand that even Sir David Attenborough might pause, lower his voice, and let the silence speak for itself…
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