It is that time of year where lakes have iced off and the large trout that inhabit them are starting to cruise the shorelines looking to put on some weight. I will be the first to admit I am not the biggest fan of fishing stillwaters, I liken it to the game of baseball, a…
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Tips
Target Species // Trigger Fish
One of the more popular fish to target right now are the subjectively beautiful trigger fish. While not a species we get to chase at any of our lodges, we know our guests and readers fish worldwide so we figured we would discuss anyways. There are over 40 species of trigger fish, most of…
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Timeless Tips // Water Hauling
I will start of by admitting this cast is not especially graceful looking but it does a great job of loading the rod without needing a false cast. It is surprisingly useful so it should be something you a familiar with, especially if you fish deep or heavy indicator rigs. A water haul is basically…
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Why We Use Tube Flies
At Deneki Outdoors, we love tube flies. If you have swung flies with us at Alaska West or late season Rapids Camp, odds are you have seen first hand why we are big fans of tube flies. Here are 4 reasons why we love them! Easier to cast. Being made out of a tube, this…
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Rigging // The Hopper Dropper
We have put up a few posts over the past month going over different ways to set up a nymph rig. Today I wanted to share with you my personal favorite way to fish a nymph and that is one where it is hung below a dry fly. The Hopper Dropper set up is not…
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Why Can Clouds Scare Bonefish?
Have you ever been watching a bonefish happily cruise on a flat just to see him spook off when a cloud moves in front of the sun? I had this exact situation happen when fishing Andros South with legendary guide Charlie Sweeting. I have scared my fair share of fish and will always admit to…
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How To Fish A Mouse Fly
We are still months away from Alaska thawing out but the Last Frontier is always on our mind. One of our favorite ways to fish Alaska is with a fly that imitates a rodent. It is an excellent way to cover water and target big fish. There are a range of different mouse flies and…
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How To Fight A Bonefish
It is no secret that we admire bonefish and want to make sure the ones that are caught, are safely released to fight another day. One way to ensure this is to land a bonefish as quickly as possible. This obviously is much easier said than done as anyone who has hooked into these fish…
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Advice For Fishing In Crowds
As the sport of fly fishing continues to grow, our waterbodies will see more and more anglers. Some famous rivers during productive times are becoming downright crowded. Working together with other anglers is crucial to ensure everybody has a good day and that the resource remains healthy. Here are some points to consider when fishing…
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How To Better See Fish In The Water
I’d argue that no skill will help you catch more large fishing consistently than being able to see them in the water. A pair of polarized glasses is obviously the first step here but besides that, you need to train your eyes to spot fish. The best way to do this is by spending plenty…
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