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Save Bristol Bay: Update
Dear Bristol Bay Supporters, Today (September 9, 2021), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it would move to vacate its 2019 decision to withdraw proposed protections for Bristol Bay. The EPA will reinstate the 2014 Proposed Determination for Bristol Bay, which, if finalized, will be a critical component of the effort to permanently safeguard…
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Tip: Long Leader Nymph Rig
The flesh and bead bite is on in Alaska, and we’re all excited. You have your rod and reel prepped, your bead box is ready, and your fly box is full of fleshy goodness. As for the leader setup, you’ve got your indicator locked securely in place. However, there are times you need a long…
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Fly Tying: Bow River Bugger
We realize it is Fall, and the flesh bite is starting. Regardless of the flesh bite, Sculpin is still a prime source of food for trout no matter the season. There are a lot of Sculpin flies out there. What makes the Bow River Bugger stand out is it is a Sculpin pattern that incorporates…
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You have a Bunch of Salmon. What now?
You’ve fished a lot. You’ve caught a lot, and along the way, you decided to harvest some Salmon to eat and ended up with more than you anticipated, and you’re not sure what to do with it all. Or you caught what you wanted but are looking for new ways to prepare your salmon. Either…
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“Bonefish Wanna Getaway” Andros South Lodge: 2201/22
Is the thought of winter starting to chill your bones? Does snow in the driveway and ice-covered windshields give you the shivers? Well, we here at Deneki Outdoors have a solution for you. We’re just around the corner from the start of our 2021/22 bonefishing season at Andros South Lodge, and while your temperatures at…
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Bryan Burke’s Naknek River Rig
Bryan is the Director of Sales and Marketing and a staple here at Deneki Outdoors. If you’ve ever fished with is us in the last decade, you’ve probably spoken to, emailed, and/or shook hands with Bryan. If you’re really lucky, you’ve been guided by Bryan. Deeper than Bryan’s roots at Deneki Outdoors is his passion…
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Flies You Need to Tie Right Now!
Fly tying is to fly fishing as grilling is to barbeque. Right now, the Silver (Coho) Salmon are sizzling here in Alaska. Pound for pound one of, if not the best fighting fish, Silvers or Coho are a hoot to catch. Strip a leech, pop a popper, silvers are voracious and aggressive. Once you have…
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Alaska West 2021: Final Week, Already?
We’re headed into our final week here at Alaska West Lodge for 2021. We can’t believe it’s already our last week. A big “thank you” to all our guests, guides, and staff for the good times. We made friends, we had good times, and we caught fish. It’s amazing the bonds you can make among…
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Bristol Bay: Tundra Hikes & Fishing
Alaska’s Bristol Bay is breathtakingly beautiful. It’s an immense and bountiful expanse full of winding rivers, streams, trees, and animals. And with one of the largest and most anticipated salmon runs in the world, it’s no wonder Bristol Bay is a place of dreams for many anglers. To experience Bristol Bay is beyond extraordinary. Fishing…
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