We are lucky enough to spend a lot of time around rivers, lakes and oceans, and quite often it’s usually in a boat. Anglers naturally “dabble” in all things water. From canoes on lakes, to driftboats on rivers to deep water fishing for halibut and rock fish, anglers spend lots of time on the water….
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Safety Guidelines // Lightning Strikes
Fly fishing may be the most dangerous of outdoor activities to participate in during a lightning storm. Unfortunately, those late summer afternoons that offer some of the best fishing conditions also offer some of the highest risks of thunderstorms. Typically those storms can form fast. The rain can put just the right amount of color…
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Safety First
The 5 anglers in this picture are all lined up, ready to head out for a day of fishing at Andros South. Notice how they’re all wearing lifejackets? That’s because at Andros South, right before you step into your boat for the day, we hand you a lifejacket. That’s not very common in the Bahamas….
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Dana Sturn on Boat Safety and…Splash!
Please pay attention when exiting the cabin. Photo: Dana Sturn Dana Sturn, founder of speypages.com, fished with us at BC West on the Dean River this summer, and has written a great post for us on the proper way to exit a boat. — Splash I’m a bit embarrassed to admit that over the past…
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4 Reasons You Should Get Travel Insurance For Your Fly Fishing Trip To Alaska Or Anywhere Else
Alaska has vast and untamed landscapes beckoning anglers worldwide to experience the thrill of fly fishing in its pristine waters for massive fish. From chasing after a variety of salmon to casting lines amidst breathtaking scenery for trophy-size rainbow trout, a fly fishing trip to Alaska promises unforgettable moments and unmatched natural beauty. For all,…
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Leopards and Mice: Alaska Rainbow Trout
What is a leopard rainbow trout? Is it a rainbow trout that has spots like a leopard? Yes. Is it because they are as aggressive and voracious as a leopard? Yes. Throughout the state of Alaska, rainbow trout here are different from other trout in North America. Hungry, predatory, and aggressive, these are rainbow trout…
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Fly Fishing Tips: Casting when it’s Windy
If you’ve been fly fishing for any amount of time, you know that the weather significantly impacts your fly fishing experience, particularly wind. No matter the location, the wind is a culprit that can humble even the best fly caster. Today we provide some pro tips on how to cast in windy conditions. These tips…
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Deneki Chronicles: Spey Casting and Current Speed
Be mindful of your feelings. When determining which Spey cast to use in a given situation, most experienced Spey anglers take into account three primary variables; wind direction (upstream wind, downstream wind, etc.), river position (which side of the river you’re casting from), and obstacles (trees, rocks, banks, or other obstructions that limit your casting…
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Deneki Chronicles: Wind on Your Right Shoulder?
Casting a fly rod with the wind blowing the line into your body is probably the toughest casting situation you can face. Yes, when you’re new to casting in the wind it can be a challenge to cast directly upwind, but a tight loop, high line speed and the right casting plane can all make…
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Guide’s Corner: Martin Yi, Alaska West Lodge Guide
Marty’s enthusiasm for fishing started in Alaska. During the summers, his father would take the family fishing and camping. He and his friends would ride bikes to local rivers and lakes to catch salmon and trout as a kid. After graduating high school, he landed in Upstate New York, living along the Upper Delaware River,…
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