spey fishing
A Swinging Deal in September on the Naknek ($6K) This One Won’t Last
You’ve seen the Naknek when it’s on. Now picture it in September. A brisk chill in the air, beautiful fall colors, and the rainbows…the BRTs (Big Rainbow Trout) that have...
3 Tips on Setting the Hook on the Hang Down
This trout probably took on the hang down.. Photo: Tosh Brown. Have you ever had a run of losing fish in the "hang down?" If you've been fly fishing for...
The Alaska Spey Box: 7 Proven Spey Patterns That Work
Okay, You've book your trip of a lifetime to Alaska and you're trying figure out what to take. FLIES! Got it. but which ones? We're here to help. Alaska fish...
Fishing September at Rapids Camp Lodge: The Season’s Grand Finale(ish)
If Alaska’s fishing season were a movie, September would be the dramatic finale(ish). The part with the sweeping music, the big fish, and the guy yelling “One more cast!” with...
Learn the Art of the Cack-handed Spey Cast
Cack-handed cast on the Naknek River in the Fall If you're an avid two-handed rod fly angler looking to expand your skills and tackle challenging fishing spots, learning cack-handed spey...
I Want to Spey Fish. Do I Go Skagit or Scandi First?
If you have been following us for any length of time, you know we really like Spey fishing at Alaska West Lodge and Rapids Camp Lodge. It is one of...
What’s The Difference: Skagit and Scandi
Are you new to Spey or Two-hand rod casting and don't know the difference between Skagit and Scandi lines? You're not alone. At first glance, it is difficult to tell...
DIY the Naknek River with Rapids Camp Lodge
As the summer fades and autumn sets in, Rapids Camp Lodge in Alaska transforms into a haven for fishing enthusiasts. From mid-September through October, the lodge offers a unique and...
