Rapids Camp

Fly Tying: Purple Haze
Well, winter is fully upon us here in Alaska. For many fly anglers, particularly those of us in Alaska stuck inside the cold and darkness, it's time to turn on...

Football Season in Bristol Bay.
All photos of these Renowned Rainbows are courtesy of @mattvaughnphoto It's fall, and football season is in full swing! Whether you are a college football fan or a fan of...

Fly Tying: Chromer Snack
Great Colors for Silver Salmon Silver Salmon is one of the most popular game fish for fly anglers. They are aggressive, acrobatic, and an outright blast to hook, especially on...

3 Reasons You Should Use Your Wader Pouch and What To Put In It.
We're in the thick of it here in Alaska, and when it comes to fly fishing, anglers often focus on their rods, reels, and flies, neglecting the importance of a...

Embrace the Fly Fishing Season in Alaska’s Heart: Bristol Bay, Rapids Camp Lodge
Good Morning Bristol Bay As the heart of the 2023 fly fishing season beats in Bristol Bay, Alaska, anglers from all corners of the world are drawn to this natural...

7 Most Popular Smoked Salmon in the World
A plate of smoked salmon. Photo courtesy of tasteatlas.com In Alaska, salmon is a stable food on most tables. With a relatively short salmon season and high demand, it's no...

Fly Tying: March Brown by Kevin Foley
March Brown by Kevin Foley About Kevin Foley Kevin Foley is the fly-tying instructor at Mossy’s Fly Shop in Anchorage, Alaska. His philosophy and teachings on fly tying involve the...

What’s Happening with Pebble Mine- Good News for Alaska
Commercial Fishermen Do Not Need A Mine. Photo- Courtesy of Trout Unlimited On January 30, 2023, The United States Environmental Protection Agency issued a Final Determination or, final Clean Water...