RIO’s mantra of “make the connection” has come to fruition, with RIO adding the fly category to their product line. Being King Salmon season, we connected with our friend George Cook to get some recommendations for King Salmon flies. So here are a few flies we like for King Salmon. Trailer Trash Fly– Color Mashups…
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Rapids Camp
Fly Tying: Willie Nelson
Music and Fly Tying. Call it what you will…synonymous, compatible, or tantamount, music and fly fishing complement each other like gin and juice. Originally composed by Wally Adams, the Wille Nelson leech pattern was conceived while guiding in Bristol Bay, Alaska, and really gained tempo in the nineties, especially among Spey rod users. Wally understood…
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Rapids Camp Lodge is Open!
Planes, check. Boats, check. Pilots, check. Guides, check, Staff, Check. Fish…yep, they’re there. Well, it’s opening week at Rapids Camp Lodge, and we couldn’t be more excited. Rapids Camp Lodge is the best blend of World-class fly fishing in Alaska’s Bristol Bay, creature comforts, and adventure. The Lodge & Fishing Experience As the lodge reopens,…
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Fly Tying: Prom Dress
King (Chinook) Salmon are, without a doubt, a favorite game fish among fly anglers. The sheer power and might of these anadromous fish make it a very desirable fish to catch. There are a lot of fly patterns, styles, and colors that will work for Kings. One of the more popular and effective colors in…
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Deneki Chronicles: Swinging for Trout – The Tumble Rig
In this week’s Deneki Chronicles, we revisit a handy, DIY tool that will help your swung fly get down when you need to get down and deep. The Tumble Rig will help you get down and get down fast to put your fly in front of the fish. Tie up a few of these at…
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All About Trout
We love trout in Alaska. There are a plethora of methods, strategies, and flies, and to catch these beautiful fish and lucky for you, we have compiled a list of timeless tips, advice, gear, and things to consider while fishing for Rainbow Trout. Click the All About Trout link or any of the photos for…
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Guide’s Corner: Grace Phillips, Rapids Camp Lodge Guide
Grace Phillips is a guide at Rapids Camp Lodge. She is a well-seasoned guide who has guided in Alaska and Northwest Montana. Originally from Colorado, Grace was born into the outdoors. Growing up on a large ranch, Grace was born with a passion for the outdoors. We’re super excited she is on our team and…
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Production Tying by Stuart Foxall
We all love to see a tidy fly box full of beautifully tied flies. The mark of a decent fly tier is how “identical” their flies look when placed together. There are a few tricks we can use to accomplish this, but here’s something that I do that certainly helps with tying flies in a quick…
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Gear Review: Sage Click & Pawl Reel
There’s something to be said for a fly rod/reel combination that is extremely lightweight. A lightweight setup magnifies the intensity when you stick a fish. With rods getting lighter and stronger, you need a reel that is also lightweight not to negate the weight factor and maximize the fishing experience. The Sage Click & Pawl…
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Fly Tying: Composite Loop Intruder
Ah…King Salmon season. We love King Salmon season. The might King or Chinook Salmon is one of the most sought-after game fish across the world. When it comes to King flies, materials, colors, profile, and movement are the most attributes in a productive King Salmon fly. Does size matter? Sure, depending on conditions. Just because…
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