Here are some links to the most popular blog posts and pages on our site. Fish on! 13 Habits of Highly Effective Anglers. Anglers who catch more fish have a lot in common – here are 13 of their habits. All About Spey Fishing. This page has an index of all the posts we’ve ever…
Read More
Search Results for: rainbow alaska
Facebook Photo Contest Winner
We’re happy to crown Jason Burgett the winner of our first-ever Facebook photo contest. Jason visited us at Alaska West this past August to chase silvers and rainbows, and he submitted this gem of a picture on our Facebook page. Yes, we did say that hero shots of big fish aren’t necessarily what we’re looking…
Read More
Fish Factory
In just a few short months, this river in Western Alaska will be clogged with fish. Yes, we admit it – we’re already getting a little twitchy. More On What’s Right Around the Corner Silver Salmon Rainbow Trout King Salmon
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Alaska West? 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. For more details…
Read More
Mr. Hankey
Jeff Hickman knows rainbow trout. He spent a bunch of years guiding at Alaska West, and during that time he came up with a really popular mouse pattern called Mr. Hankey that’s now available from Idylwilde. Jeff now combines his Larimer Outfitters guiding with conservation work with the Sierra Club’s Hunter and Angler Heritage Program. He…
Read More
Chile Fishing Report: February 2010
In early February, 2010, we had a fantastic 10-day trip with 4 anglers. Here’s the report! Day 1: Balmaceda The crew showed up at the airport early for the arrival of our group of 4 guests. Andrew, the owner of Deneki Outdoors, Whitey, a friend of the company and Dave and Jerry. Looking through the…
Read More
Landing One on the Arolik
Just a cool picture from a guy who can fish pretty good too. More Cool Pictures From Alaska Kanektok Wildlife Rainbow Trout and Giant Flies Salmon Egg
Chile Fishing Report: January 2010
In January of 2010 our team hosted Steve Welk and Brad Bertram on a trip through Southern Chile. Here’s the daily blow-by-blow! Photos: Brad Bertram, Chris Price, Trevor Covich Day 1: Travel After much preparation and anticipation our team ventured to Balmaceda to greet Steve Welk. Steve and Trevor headed north as Chris waited for…
Read More
Streamer Fishing with Bass Weights
If you’re fishing streamers with the goal of specifically targeting bigger trout, you know that getting your fly to sink is a really important part of the equation. Weighted flies, split shot and sinktips are all popular options for getting your fly down, but they’ve each got drawbacks. Weighted flies don’t provide options for adjusting…
Read More
He Can Fish Too
Over the past couple of weeks you’ve seen some of Louis Cahill‘s handiwork with the camera – a result of his trip in early January to Andros South. Guess what – the guy can fish too! Louis poses proudly above with a nice West Side pig. More Fish Pictures Brightsides – A Really Unusual Alaskan…
Read More