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Independence Day 2022
I believe in America because we have great dreams, and because we have the opportunity to make those dreams come true. wendell wilkie We are with you Wendell. Fly fishing is awesome and we are grateful every time we get to do it, or at least we should be. America is beautiful, and fly fishing…
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The Bristol Bay Experience: Rapids Camp Lodge
You don’t need to look any farther than Bristol Bay if you’re planning the fishing experience of a lifetime. Replete with comfortable lodging, delectable meals, knowledgeable guides, and, above all, excellent fishing. It makes sense to choose Bristol Bay as the location of your fly fishing experience of a lifetime. At Rapids Camp Lodge we…
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Fly Tying: AK Chovey
The AK Chovey and fly pattern is used for Kings and Coho alike. This pattern captures the image and likeness of bait, favorites of both King Salmon and Coho Salmon in the salt Capelin, Herring, and Sand Lance all being common for King Salmon and Coho, the AK Chovey is a cool and easy pattern…
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4 Traveling Tips for your Fly Fishing Trip to Alaska
In last year travel has been great, and has had its challenges. We all want to travel by air, boat, or whatever means necessary. We all want to go places. This year, many people will be coming to Alaska for the trip of a lifetime. Fish, hunt, see Denali, a bear or 2, and some…
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RIO Flies We Like for Kings
It’s King Salmon season here in Alaska both on the Nushagak River and Kanektok River. As one of the most sought-after game fish in the world, King Salmon can be picky. With the help of our friend George Cook, we got some RIO flies that will do the trick. So here are a few flies…
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Alaskan Gold: Arctic Char
One of the more sought-after fish in Alaska is the Arctic Char. Having many of the same attributes as both salmon and trout, fight like trout and get as large as the largest salmon, and look pretty doing it. Often confused with its cousin Dolly Varden because it takes close examination to tell the difference…
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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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Fly Tying: Ultra Rig Mini Llama
The Dolly Llama might as well be called the “Fly of Alaska.” It has earned the reputation as the most effective fly in Alaska. Contrast, profile, and movement are essential qualities that make it very effective for trout. All that said, it is not the easiest fly to cast because of its weight. With Two-handed…
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Leopards and Mice: Alaska Rainbow Trout
What is a leopard rainbow trout? Is it a rainbow trout that has spots like a leopard? Yes. Is it because they are as aggressive and voracious as a leopard? Yes. Throughout the state of Alaska, rainbow trout here are different from other trout in North America. Hungry, predatory, and aggressive, these are rainbow trout…
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