Stuart Foxall, fly tying Jedi Master, fantastic fisherman, and friend of Deneki Outdoors chimes in on some of the most productive, and entertaining practices at Alaska West Lodge. After a good days fishing and a fantastic evening meal in the dining tent what do we do afterwards???? We tie flies, come up with new fly…
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Guest Posts
Fishing Tip: Over Wading
Fly tying savant, fishing extraordinaire, and most importantly, Friend of Deneki, Stuart Foxall drops some knowledge about wading while fishing. Trust us, this is something you’ll want to consider. Enjoy! There’s one major mistake that I see made while swinging for kings on the mighty Kanektok River time and time again. Over wading……and here’s the…
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Guide Tip: Don’t Be A Watcher
Today’s post comes from our Head Guide at Rapids Camp Lodge Chad Bryson. Thank you for your contribution Chad! Countless times during my career I have witnessed fly rods break. Occasionally, it is due truly to a manufacturing defect. Occasionally. Most of the time it is complete operator error in some capacity. No matter if…
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Mousin’ with Stuart Foxall
It’s pretty well known that one of the most exciting and fun ways to catch fish at Alaska West or fly outs from Rapids Camp Lodge is mouse fishing. It really does get the heart racing. One of the issues with mouse fishing is “bumping” fish. Bumping fish is when a fish want’s your mouse…
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Save Bristol Bay Guide Ambassadors
Save Bristol Bay Guide Ambassadors share season recaps with Trout Unlimited The team at Deneki Outdoors is committed to conservation, especially in the places where we operate and take you fishing. For our lodges in southwest Alaska, that commitment is personal and we’ve consistently partnered with groups like Trout Unlimited who have been working with local businesses and communities to fight the…
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Guide’s Corner: Hawkeye at Alaska West
Army Veteran and former Professional Rodeo Cowboy, Phil “Hawkeye” Hawkins, has been leading Alaska West clients on phenomenal outdoor fishing experiences as a Guide and Set-Up Lead for the last nine seasons. This Veteran is a lover of all things fishing, outdoors, and dogs. During the offseason here at Alaska West, Hawkeye also serves as…
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Magnus Jepson
Magnus Jepson is an entrepreneur, photographer, videographer, and most importantly a friend of Deneki Outdoors. Whether fishing, surfing, or snowboarding Magnus, fueled by his creativity and passion to capture beauty and adventure in the outdoors around the world. Magnus has been with us at Alaska West for the last few years. Although this year was…
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Andros South Fishing Gear: Women
Ahh… the Bahamas. Warm waters, sandy beaches, flats that stretch on forever, and did we mention BIG bonefish?! When it comes to being prepared to fish the flats of Andros, planning your outfits strategically will pay off in the long run. Ladieswear in the fishing industry has really come a long way. We have the…
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Hiking, Family, & Bears – Oh My!
Deneki is of course known for providing excellent fishing experiences in beautiful destinations, but occasionally we will put the rods down and take the opportunity to enjoy other things the outdoors has to offer. I know many anglers can’t imagine being somewhere known for fishing and doing anything but fishing, and we understand that, but…
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Tweet for No Pebble Mine
Join the storm to stop the Pebble mine Earlier this week, a tweet by Donald Trump Jr. sparked a fury of action by hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts across the political spectrum over the status, and collective opposition, to the proposed Pebble mine. Following the signing of the Great American Outdoors Act, Trump Jr. tweeted…
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