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March Alaska Fish Madness: Fish-Tastic Four

It’s March, your bracket has already been busted, or at least ours is, so we figured, why not create a new bracket for Alaskan Freshwater Fish? As the NCAA Tournament selection committee meticulously ranks college basketball teams based on their performance and the NET evaluations tool, our selection committee (which is y’all) will rank Alaska’s…
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Rapids Camp Lodge Family & Friends Specials and DIY Specials.

Have you ever thought, “I like to fish, but my Family (or Friends) enjoy the outdoors too.”  We have a Package for you.  Rapids Camp Lodge, nestled in the heart of Alaska’s Bristol Bay watershed, is offering an extraordinary opportunity for families to experience the Last Frontier together. The Family & Friends Weeks, scheduled for…
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Unleash The Wild: A Journey to Katmai National Park

We’re Not Just For Anglers Rapids Camp Lodge is located on the majestic Naknek River, approximately two miles from the border of Katmai National Park and a short one-hour flight from Anchorage.  Not only do we have quick access to Katmai and, specifically, Brooks Falls, but we also have an amazing and breathtaking ecosystem right…
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Hook, Line, and Hike: Why Bristol Bay is a Hiker’s Paradise

So, you love lacing up those boots and hitting the trail? Do you crave that lung-burning climb and the panoramic payoff? What if I told you there’s a way to enhance that Alaskan adventure, trading your trekking poles for a fly rod in the wilds of Bristol Bay? It requires similar skills: balance, patience, and…
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I Want to Spey Fish. Do I Go Skagit or Scandi First?

If you have been following us for any length of time, you know we really like Spey fishing at Alaska West Lodge and Rapids Camp Lodge. It is one of our favorite ways (who are we kidding, it’s our favorite) to target Alaska’s big rainbow trout and salmon. Over the last couple of decades, Spey…
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What’s The Difference: Skagit and Scandi

Are you new to Spey or Two-hand rod casting and don’t know the difference between Skagit and Scandi lines? You’re not alone. At first glance, it is difficult to tell the difference. Both Skagit and Scandi lines are shooting-head line systems used in fly fishing, but they have differentiating features and applications. that said, they’re…
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Tip: 3 Essential Casts for Beginner Spey Anglers

The Two-handed Cast is a beautiful thing. Spey casting is a powerful technique that can revolutionize your fly fishing experience by allowing you to cover more water than a conventional single-handed fly rod. If you’re new to Spey Fishing or using a two-handed fly rod, below are 3 essential casts you should learn first. When…
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Fly Tying: Mohair Leech

This session of fly-tying is brought to you by the guys at Mossy’s Fly Shop, where they pride themselves on not only premiere fly fishing, rods, reels, lines, and other accessories but also providing high-quality fly-tying materials and teaching fly-tying techniques to both novice and experienced fly anglers. Whether you’re new to fly fishing or…
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Deneki Outdoors is In The Line Up at 2025 Fly Fishing Show

Deneki Outdoors is returning to the 2025 Fly Fishing Show, participating in multiple key locations across the United States. We will be exhibiting at four major stops on the tour: Edison, NJ; Atlanta, GA; Bellevue, WA; and Denver, CO. The 2025 Fly Fishing Show tour features seven stops across nine weeks, with us joining as…
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