We at Deneki Outdoors wanted to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. When I think of a fish that represents the Christmas spirit, a Dolly Varden jumps into my mind. These fish proudly get dressed up in Christmas colors as early as August and spread joy to anglers throughout AlaskaWest. There is…
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Sweet Andros South Video
We’ve been having a great fall season so far at Andros South. Big fish have been plentiful as have the cold Kalik’s and fresh seafood. We had a guest last week, Bobby Regan, that was quite savvy with his camera equipment (along with his 8 weight.) Him and his buddies, Peter Legeza, Nathan Clardy, and…
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3 Common Mistakes When Winter Fishing
Winter fishermen are a rare breed. They are the ones that know they are going to put up with some abuse for the chance at possibly hooking a fish. The ones that are able to ignore the forecast and strap up their waders anyways. The ones that understand fishing is always better than not fishing, regardless of…
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Fantastic Fish Nate!
Andros South continues to produce gigantic bonefish this year. Here is our friend Nate Clardy who visited last week and was rewarded with a very large early Christmas present. Want to take a shot at a 10 pound bonefish?We are already booking our Fall 2020/2021 dates, reach out here to plan your dream trip! More…
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7 Go To Winter Tailwater Trout Flies
Last week we discussed ways to improve your success when fishing for tailwater trout during the winter. This week we wanted to follow up with some “Go-To” flies that should be found in every tailwater angler’s fly box from November-March. You will notice a theme on all of these flies, they are small and sparse…
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Worms for Bonefish?
Worms have a funny reputation in the fly fishing world. I am not talking about live worms hung below a bobber but even worm flies get looked down upon. The San Juan worm was probably the first fly you learned to tie if you are a trout fisherman and it has maybe even accounted for…
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Winter Trout Fishing On Tailwaters
It is almost that time of year when summer fishing spots begin to get a little icy. If you are lucky enough to live in an area with winter steelhead opportunities we are very jealous and hope you take advantage of them. If not, you may have some winter fishing options available through tailwaters. These…
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When Bonefishing, Don’t Give Up!
If I had a nickel for every time I saw a bonefish at Andros South eat on someone’s 2nd, 3rd, or even 4th shot, I would have a whole lot of nickels! It is easy to get discouraged out there if you make what you think is the perfect cast and the fish ignores your…
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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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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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