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At the end of each season we always feel a sense of accomplishment. This year that feeling was magnified tremendously. We at Alaska Sportsman’s Lodge want to thank all of the clients that visited us during these trying times in the summer of 2020. We made the choice to open up and operate starting in late June. With a lot… Read More more
We are excited to share with you our latest short film produced with Fly Out Media – Hold the Line. This film is not just about amazing fishing. It is also about our intimate and humble connection to the world’s greatest salmon fishery in Bristol Bay, Alaska. Native Alaskans have lived off the salmon resource here for thousands of years…. Read More here
These are no ordinary rainbows! In this interview with veteran guide Jeff Pfaender, he chats about his experience with these ‘trout of steel’ from the Kvichak River.
The bounty of Bristol Bay is difficult to comprehend, even for those of us who have lived and worked in the region for decades. For people who haven’t visited Bristol Bay, it’s impossible to fully understand the importance of the salmon resource to the region. At Alaska Sportsman’s Lodge, we have a responsibility to the land, the people, and the… Read More [links]
Be sure to consider all of your needs before buying a reel. It’s important to recognize that when it comes to fly fishing, you’ll want several different rod / reel combinations. There’s no single perfect answer for all fishing conditions and all types of game fish.
Best For: Anglers who want to make a statement! more
Try getting creative with your fly fishing. You may be rewarded for fishing areas other fly anglers just don’t think to go! [links]
So you got your reel in the mail, pulled it out, and found out it’s set up the wrong way! What’s to be done? [links]
Cleaning saltwater off your reel is as easy as lightly rinsing with a garden hose or in the sink. That’s really all there is to it. Using pressurized water or soap may actually make more problems than it solves. [links]
You, on the other hand, might be a very experienced angler and the quality of your reel could mean the difference between landing that trout or missing the photo op. What’s it really worth to you?
The Madison River is where you head for fly-happy Trout with plenty of appetite for Salmon fly hatch. The Yellowstone River is home to some of the best cutthroat Trout fishing you can find. The Gallatin River is shallow and wade-able and offers outstanding Trout fishing.
What they don’t have are the millions of Salmon, but the trade-off here is amazing when you entice a 40-inch Taimen to strike. more
The lodge sits above the Taharua River it has outstanding views of forests, meadows, and the beauty of the river. You can expect to be cared for and to dine on gourmet food that’s prepared by a professional staff. more
Photo by: Tosh Brown/Madison Valley Ranch more
Photo by: Tosh Brown/Madison Valley Ranch
Belcampo Lodge is modeled after southern Africa's private game lodges. here
Many anglers consider Belize the world's best place to fish for permit. [links]