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.
Brian Kraft talks lodge location on the Kvichak River.
Location, location, location. Location is the number 1 factor for real estate. The same is true for a remote Alaska fishing lodge. In the video above, Alaska Sportsman’s Lodge owner Brian Kraft talks about the strategic location of the lodge and how it pertains to the fishing program.
Nushagak King Camp | New Video
A 2-minute video showcasing the Alaska Sportsman’s Lodge Nushagak King Camp. We stage our guides, boats and equipment out of this spike camp exclusively for our guests. We know what a gift it is to be located so close to the world’s largest King Salmon run. We make sure that our anglers can take full advantage of this fact with… Read More
Mousing Alaska Rainbows | 6 Tips
1. Be mindful of hook size. Some mouse patterns employ very large size 2 and 4 gap hooks with Northern Pike or larger game fish in mind. With a hook that size, it can be fatal for trout. A smaller hook accommodates a smaller mouse pattern. Which is an appropriate imitation for the actual size rodents that trout eat. In… Read More
5 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for the Traveling Angler
Orvis Safe Passage® Carry It All ($179) – This is the ultimate piece of luggage for the serious fly fisher who comes prepared. If your loved one travels with 5-6 rods, reels, various fly lines, fly boxes, tools, and other essentials this is a fantastic gift. From saltwater exploration to luxury Alaska lodge, this “carry it all” case is the… Read More