There’s billions of them. OK, not billions, but it’s putting it mildly to say that fishing for silver salmon at Alaska West is a ‘numbers-oriented’ fishery. We catch lots and lots of them. They eat poppers. And pollywogs. And wet flies and…well, in certain circumstances, pretty much anything. Yes, certain flies work better than others…
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Fishing License Info
Photo: Alfie King Fishing on the Dean River requires a 3-part license. A British Columbia fishing license A British Columbia steelhead stamp A Dean River classified waters license The Dean River classified waters license is included in the price of your trip to BC West, and we will issue it to you when you arrive…
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Reschedule for Any Reason at Andros South
We often hear from people who are considering going bonefishing that they’d love to plan a trip, if only they knew in advance that the weather was going to be decent. Our thought to ourselves at that point is typically “the weather is almost always decent on South Andros anyhow”…but we understand the concern, particularly…
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Kings on the Swing
In the angling circles of the Pacific Northwest, there are still some doubters out there. We know because we run into them. “Kings don’t eat swung flies – you have to force-feed them nymphs.” “Sure, you might hook one, but then it’s like reeling in a mattress.” Folks who say those things have been fishing…
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Bonefishing – The Ready Position
Gary’s ready. For many anglers starting off bonefishing, the hardest part isn’t making long casts or fighting the fish – it’s being set up properly to make a fast presentation when a shot presents itself. If you’re fishing from the boat, keep these tips in mind so you’re ready when you need to be. Take…
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Travel
Guests travel to BC West via Vancouver and Bella Coola, BC. Photos: BC West Staff Many major airlines serve Vancouver, and guests from the Pacific Northwest may also choose to drive to Vancouver. From Vancouver, guests fly on Pacific Coastal Airlines to Bella Coola. Flight times vary from week to week; contact us at info@denekistaging.wpengine.com…
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Rates and Booking
We often hear from our guests that Andros South Lodge is a tremendous value in the world of bonefishing. Once you’ve come to experience the fishing and hospitality here on South Andros Island, we think you’ll agree. 2019/20 Season Rates We offer trips of any length, starting with 3 nights and 2 days of fishing…
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Travel
Travel to Alaska West includes 4 main steps. Flying to Anchorage, Alaska on any major carrier. Flying from Anchorage to Bethel on Ravn Dash-8. Flying from Bethel to Quinhagak on Ravn C-208 Caravans. Traveling by boat from Quinhagak to Alaska West camp location 30 minutes upriver. Flight Schedule For 2017, the flights will be operated by Ravn…
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Rates and Booking
We often hear from our guests that Alaska West is a tremendous value in the world of Alaskan lodges. Once you’ve come to experience the fishing and hospitality here, we think you’ll agree. Rates for our 2018 Season Trips with Alaska West on the Kanektok cost $6395 per person for a 7 night / 6…
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BC West Lodge is a remote fly fishing destination on the lower Dean River – a legendary steelhead fishery – facing the Dean Channel and tucked in the shadow of Kimsquit Peak within earshot of the Dean River canyon. We chase the hottest fish around: steelhead of superstar status and chinook salmon that will make…
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