You like it, we like it…catching trout that is, and we like flies that catch them. Here are some of the flies that caught our eye in RIO’s catalog of trout flies. Get ’em. Try ’em. Catch Trout. String Leech– A great fall fly for steelhead, but rainbows can’t stay away from them either. Color…
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Long Live the King
For many anglers, Alaskan King Salmon is a favorite game fish, especially on the swing. If you’ve never experienced catching a King Salmon, you’re missing out. Averaging in size between 20 to 25 pounds, and will get up to an Alaskan 40 pounds. Hooking a King Salmon is like trying to haul in a Mack…
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Rapids Camp Lodge is Open!
Planes, check. Boats, check. Pilots, check. Guides, check, Staff, Check. Fish…yep, they’re there. Well, it’s opening week at Rapids Camp Lodge, and we couldn’t be more excited. Rapids Camp Lodge is the best blend of World-class fly fishing in Alaska’s Bristol Bay, creature comforts, and adventure. The Lodge & Fishing Experience As the lodge reopens,…
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Grayling’s Anatomy
The Arctic Grayling (Thymallus arcticus) is one of the most beautiful freshwater fish found in Alaska. Arctic Grayling have the largest natural range of any sport fish, occupying nearly the whole state of Alaska. Arctic Grayling achieve a wide array of colors. Coloration can vary from stream to stream. Their dorsal fins are typically fringed…
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Want to Fish Alaska in 2021? Now’s Your Chance.
As we quickly approach our fly fishing season in Alaska, we still have some space at our lodges that we would like to offer to families. It’s a fantastic opportunity for you and yours to experience the Alaskan Great Outdoors. We are offering a ‘fish w/ family’ discount during these weeks – one trip at…
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Alaska: The Splendor of the Earth
Alaska is Big, Beautiful, and Breathtaking. Alaska is known for its rugged natural beauty. The largest state in the union is filled with an opulent history of native cultures, adventurers, and anglers. We at Deneki Outdoors are very to be a part of the rich history. With summer just around the corner, we can’t wait…
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Rapids Camp Lodge: Fly, Float, Fish.
One of the best things about the fishing experience at Rapids Camp Lodge is not only the variety of fish you can catch but also how you fish. You can jet upstream the Naknek River, fly over, and fish the Nushagak River, a swinger’s paradise. Or you can fly out to the many hike-in locations…
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Alaska is Opening in 2021
In Alaska, a day on the calendar doesn’t trigger Spring. It’s more of a sliding scale. In Alaska, you know it’s spring when you can feel the warm intensity of the sun. You know it’s springtime when snow berms melt during the evening. You know it’s springtime when windshield washer fluid is your best friend….
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Guide’s Corner: Jeremy Inman
Some enjoy fishing. Some love fishing. Then there is Jeremy. Jeremy was born to fish. His passion and zeal for fishing are next level. With many hours of fishing, boating, and catching fish, Jeremy committed to guiding as a lifestyle and has developed quite the résumé; guides for bonefish in Hawai’i guides for trout and…
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Rapids Camp Lodge 2021 July Availability
As the summer fishing season approaches, our team at Rapids Camp Lodge continues to make preparations for another fantastic year in Bristol Bay. Most of the weeks throughout our season are already at capacity, however, we still have limited space in the first three weeks of July, which is an amazing time to come fishing…
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