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Fly Tying: Silvernator
Brian Silvey's Silvernator Baby, it's cold outside and with winter upon us for a lot of fly anglers, not only is it ski season but it's also fly tying season....

Deneki Chronicles: How to Pack for Your Day of Bonefishing
It actually matters a lot what's in here. Today's post relates to packing and bonefishing, but it's not about loading your big bag before you leave your house - you...

Leader Building 101: Rapids Camp Edition
Rapids Camp Fleet From our Head Guide at Rapids Camp Lodge Chad Bryson drops some great tips on building leaders. Since it's coming from Chad...I'd take it to heart. Enjoy!...

Deneki Chronicles: Sight Fishing for Trout
As good as it gets. Photo: Jeff Forsee. We're really lucky to have an extremely diverse trout fishery at Alaska West. It's not uncommon during any...

Aquatic Insects in Alaska
The saying is, 'everything is bigger in Alaska'. This also includes bugs. For example, the giant water bug (lethocerus americanus) found in Southeastern Alaska can grow up to 2.5 inches...

Fly Tying: Mini Krystal Shrimp
Mini Krystal Shrimp Originator: Dave Stanley. Photos and Instruction by Mike Brown. Mike Brown is the owner of Mossy’s Fly Shop in Anchorage, AK. A lifelong Alaskan with a passion...

Opening Week: Andros South Lodge
We’ve had a great start to our 2020/21 season at Andros South Lodge and had a fantastic time during our Fall Bonefish School. WOW! What a journey it has been...

Deneki Chronicles: Flats Fishing and Humility
No need to be humble here! Photo: Louis Cahill Conversations About First-Time Flats Fishing When we talk to guests about their first flats fishing trip to...