At Andros South, one of the most amazing things about our flats, aside from the shocking number of bonefish, is the diverse wildlife and ocean life you can expect to see on any given day. Don’t worry, you will have plenty of shots at bonefish, but in between those shots take a look and enjoy…
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New Life on the Island
Jordan Sly joins us again today with a cool little story about the nature surrounding Alaska West. New Life on the Island One of my favorite parts about working for Alaska West is the growth and wildlife I get to see throughout our fishing season. I’m on the setup and take-down crew, so I’m among…
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Andros Island Iguana
Cruising around on the flats and keys of South Andros Island, you expect lots of encounters with wildlife. Bonefish, of course. Sharks, too. Osprey? Yep. Crabs? OK. Rays? Wildlife … everywhere! How about a four foot iguana cruising around in the mangroves? Didn’t think so. NOTE: Relax. Never in the history of our lodge has…
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Fishfinders: Arctic Terns
Common on the tundra of Western Alaska and extremely cool little birds to watch, Arctic Terns are also really great fishfinders. Much like the saltwater captains who use schools of birds to pinpoint balls of fish, pay close attention in the early season to groups of Arctic Terns hanging out above shallow flats littered with…
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Alaska Non-Fishing Mini Gallery
Today we’ve got a mini-gallery of photos from Alaska West – none of which contains fish or fishing! More on Alaska West Introduction to Alaska West 5 Reasons to Chase Silver Salmon Mousing for Rainbows: 5 Tips
Flora of Western Alaska
We’re showing our sensitive side today – pretty stuff you see on the river bank at Alaska West. More on Western Alaska Our Home River It’s a Really Pretty Place Animals, Too!
Things To Look Forward To
Dana Sturn is hosting a group of anglers at BC West next week. He’s looking forward to the trip, and he put together some reasons that…he’s looking forward to the trip. Things To Look Forward To Each year at this time I’m running around like crazy doing all the last minute things I always plan…
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Man and Ray
This picture was taken at Andros South, right on the beach in front of our tiki hut. We just thought it was cool to see a ray swimming right up the beach in really shallow water. That’s all. More Cool Pictures from Andros South Hero Shot That’s Different ‘Cuda Teeth Angler and Guide – Very…
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Bear Highway
We actually don’t see that many bears at Alaska West. Seriously, our camp is located 6 miles from the mouth of a 90-mile river. The best fishing for the bears is further upriver on the spawning beds, where they’ve got easy access to an easy meal. But…there are some side channels and smaller pieces of…
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Welcome to the Bahamas
Mr. Crabby is awfully excited about the fact that our season at Andros South starts up again next month. Like the very eager bonefish on our island, he welcomes you with open arms. He’d love for you to get in touch with us to talk about your plans for bonefishing this winter. More on Culture…
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