One of the most iconic and recognized fly patterns ever, the Copper John is an effective pattern in various watersheds, conditions, and seasons. Mr. John Barr designed this fly pattern to create a heavy anchor fly that looks buggy, all while sinking fast and keeping the smaller, lighter nymph, or nymphs in the zone. Hello…
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Deneki Outdoors Family of Lodges: Andros to Alaska, Bones to Bows
We are blessed at Deneki Outdoors to get to fish in some of the most beautiful places in the world, as well as the places that produce the most fish. This year, we had an epic trip to Andros South, where we had our best day ever, bonefishing, and we got to share this special…
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Flying to Alaska Just Got Easier for Summer 2024
You live on the East Coast of the U.S. and have booked a fly fishing trip to Rapids Camp Lodge or Alaska West Lodge in Alaska. Now, you have to figure out how to get there. Luckily, travel to Alaska from the East Coast has become much easier. United Airlines and Alaska Airlines will offer…
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2023 Quinhagak Wrestling: Go Seahawks!
Calling all Alaska West champions! If you’ve ever been to Alaska West, you know the village of Quinhagak. Through the years, the community there has supported Alaska West, and now it’s our chance to return the favor. Wrestling is not just a sport; it’s a way of life. It teaches discipline, perseverance, and the importance…
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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 small but mighty accessory: the wader pouch. This unassuming piece of gear plays a crucial role in keeping fly anglers organized and prepared on the…
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The Vest or Hip Pack or Sling: What’s Better?
Like many things, the answer is, it depends. There are a lot of great options when it comes to carrying your flies, tools, and tippet around, and finding the best one for you can be a difficult task if you’re only trying to choose only one. Fly fishing is an activity that offers a gamut…
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Bristol Bay, Alaska: Rapids Camp Lodge 2023 Special Fly-out Packages with Special Pricing
There are many great places to fly fish, but few can compare with the beauty and abundance of Bristol Bay in Alaska. The remote and pristine area is a haven for fly fishers, offering plenty of rainbow trout, coho salmon, sockeye salmon, chinook salmon, grayling, char, and dolly varden. Fly anglers flock to Bristol Bay…
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Employment- Work with us at Deneki Outdoors for fishing and adventure!
Fishing in remarkable places with incredible people is awesome. We at Deneki Outdoors value both outdoor adventure and community spirit. Deneki Outdoors offers an atmosphere where our employees can work and play hard and are encouraged to share their enthusiasm with our guests. We are now accepting applications for seasonal opportunities at one of our…
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Deneki Chronicles: Fly Casting for Distance
This week’s Deneki Chronicles shows us the basics of fly casting for distance. Let’s face it.. We all want to know how to cast further. Regardless of whether it’s necessary to catch fish or not, casting a bunch of line is just plain fun, and certainly a skill worth aspiring to. Rarely do fish in…
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Deneki Chronicles: 5 Ways to Blow a Shot at a Bonefish
In Deneki Chronicles, we look at the Top Ways to Blow your shot at a Bonefish. Do these things, so you DO NOT catch a bonefish. Don’t want to catch a bonefish? Pick one or more of these simple tips and you’ll be not catching fish in no time! Wear wading boots in the boat….
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