Just a few scenes from both Rapids Camp in Bristol Bay and Alaska West. We already miss it. Deneki’s Family of Lodges – Alaska & The Bahamas: Alaska West Lodge Andros South Lodge Rapids Camp Lodge
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Fly Tying: The One Sculpin Ultra Rigged
Deneki Friend and Alum Jerry French tied the original version of “The One Sculpin,” an articulated stinger style fly. Jerry came out with the Ultra Rig Kit last year, and we decided to tie his pattern using that system. We also changed the throat material as well. What is the “Ultra Rig” you ask? In short,…
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Aqua Flies: Ultra Rig Kit
Stinger-style flies are the way to go when it comes to fishing on the swing. Typically tied with wire or braid, both have their respective challenges. A wire is brittle, hard to work with, and you can’t change out flies very easily, especially in the cold. If you use braid, it is soft, so larger…
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The Bahamas is Open for Travel!
The Bahamas and Andros Island are open for travel, and good it’s good because the Andros South Lodge 2021/22 season opener is quickly coming upon us. With that Guests at Andros South Lodge and anyone else visiting The Bahamas, you will have to follow Pre and Post Travel protocols to ensure the health and safety…
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Wet Fly Swing Podcast
The Wet Fly Swing podcast by Dave Stewart is a comprehensive resource, covering a variety of fly fishing topics. The podcast covers all things fly fishing not only in the United States and across the world. With Eight Seasons and an array of topics, you’ll have plenty to listen to through the winter. Below are…
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Fly Tying: Hoh Bo Spey
Originated by Charles St, Pierre, the Hob Bo Spey is named after the famous Olympic Peninsula Steelhead rivers, the Hoh River, and the Bogachiel River. A great low water fly, with a solid profile and stinger hook, it is a versatile, easy casting fly, and the color combinations are almost endless. A proven effective fly…
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Winter is Coming: Bonefish on The Brain
Winter is coming. There is a chill in the air and well…we can’t help but have warmth, sand, beaches, and bonefish on the brain. Our season at Andros South Lodge in The Bahamas will be beginning soon, and we are so looking forward to it. South Andros Is is less than 200 miles from cosmopolitan…
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Alaska West Lodge: 2021 Season Wrap-up and Thank You!
Well, there is. September has arrived, the closing of summer comes upon us on the calendar; It’s official…the Alaska West Lodge has completed its 2021 season, and what a season it has been for the Lodge. After the last group of guests departed the Lodge, our staff broke down the Lodge, packed everything up nice…
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Fall Fishing in Alaska or The Bahamas
Termination dust is on the mountains and the opportunities for big Rainbow Trout are upon us. Thing is…if you aren’t comfortable out on the water, you’re gonna be off your game, and we’re not just talking about the cold. The same goes for The Bahamas. No matter where you’re fishing. the right gear makes for…
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Fall Naknek River Fly Patterns to Tie Now!
A super fun time of the year to fish the Naknek River is in the Fall. Cool, crisp mornings, strong hot coffee that will have you grinning, and with the daylight taking its time to arrive, give you ample time for a great breakfast because you’ll need it. Fall Rainbow Trout fishing in the Naknek…
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