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Deneki Chronicles: Tying Neater Flies – 5 (More) Tips
For many of us winter means fly tying season, and last week we shared with you 5 tips for tying neater/tidier looking flies. Missed it? Not to worry, hit the link to read it right now! Knowing that Old Man Winter might keep you off the water for a couple more months, we figured we’d…
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Deneki Chronicles: Tying Neater Flies – 5 Tips
It’s been said that flies catch fly tyers, not fish. Odds are most fish don’t notice that the head of the fly is a little on the bulky side, or that your wraps are not as even as they could be. That said, a well-tied, tidy-looking fly muster confidence, and having confidence in the fly you…
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8 Tips to a Better Strip Set
To succeed on the flats, a precise strip set execution is essential. A successful strip set involves more than just yanking on the fly line when the fish takes the fly. Here are a few tips on how to execute a better strip set while on the flats. 8 Tips to a Better Strip Set…
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Deneki Chronicles: Clearing Line for Bonefish – 7 Tips
During one of the coldest, wettest, and windiest days of our season here in Western Alaska this week, we couldn’t help but let our minds wander toward the flats. Surprising, right? That got us to thinking, what’s the most overlooked facet of saltwater fly fishing that results in more fish lost or landed? We’d argue…
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Andros South Travel Update: No More Testing!
Thank Goodness! The Bahamas will remove the Health Visa for all travelers. In addition, if you are fully vaccinated, you are no longer testing is no longer required. In addition to eliminating the mandatory Bahamas Travel Health Visa, the Government of The Bahamas has announced that fully vaccinated travelers will no longer be required to submit to pre-travel COVID-19…
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That’s a Wrap at Andros South Lodge 2021/2022 Season
The last of the cold Kaliks have made their way out of the tiki bar fridge, the new boats are locked up in the shed & the dogs are begrudgingly starting their off-season diets. It’s the end of another incredible season at Andros South. We are so thankful to all of our guests who made…
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Deneki Chronicles: Fly Casting for Distance
This week’s Deneki Chronicles shows us the basics of fly casting for distance. Let’s face it.. We all want to know how to cast further. Regardless of whether it’s necessary to catch fish or not, casting a bunch of line is just plain fun, and certainly a skill worth aspiring to. Rarely do fish in…
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Fly Fishing Tips: Casting when it’s Windy
If you’ve been fly fishing for any amount of time, you know that the weather significantly impacts your fly fishing experience, particularly wind. No matter the location, the wind is a culprit that can humble even the best fly caster. Today we provide some pro tips on how to cast in windy conditions. These tips…
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Deneki Chronicles: 5 Ways to Blow a Shot at a Bonefish
In Deneki Chronicles, we look at the Top Ways to Blow your shot at a Bonefish. Do these things, so you DO NOT catch a bonefish. Don’t want to catch a bonefish? Pick one or more of these simple tips and you’ll be not catching fish in no time! Wear wading boots in the boat….
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