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11 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC packages available 7 days/7 nights species K, S, C, Ch, P, RT, NP, BT, G, DV, LT cost $ $ $ $ $ $ contact Bud Hodson [email protected] www.tikchiklodge.com 907-644-3961 / 907-243-8450 location In the 1.5 million acre Wood-Tikchik State Park region Bristol Bay Region of Southwest Alaska description An Orvis ® endorsed fly fishing lodge, Tikchik Narrows Lodge is one of a few lodges that has direct access to the bountiful fishing in the Wood-Tikchik State Park, not to mention a small fleet of floatplanes that will fly fisher- men to some of the premiere fisheries in Alaska. Beautifully located on Tikchik Lake, the lodge boasts duplex cabins all with modern conveniences. Guests receive tailored, personal attention and service as well as professional instruction (both fly fishing and spin fishing) for the guide staff. Couple that with access to some of Bristol Bay’s more exclusive waters and you have the makings of a world-class fishing trip. major fisheries Western half of Bristol Bay, Nushagak River, Togiak River, Kulukak River and Tikchik Lake. travel details From Anchorage fly to Dillingham where you will be transferred to a small lake, then board a float- plane and fly to the lodge. Togiak Lodge 12 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC packages available 3, 5, 7 days/nights species K, S, C, Ch, P, RT, BT cost $ $ $ contact Larry Lund [email protected] www.togiaklodge.com 907-493-2262 13 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC packages available 3 - 7 day packages species ST, K, C, S, P, CH, RT, CT cost $ $ $ $ contact Gill McKean [email protected] www.westcoastfishing.ca 250-638-0021 / 866-578-8552 64 Tikchik Narrows Lodge location Togiak River, Alaska region Southwest Alaska description The Togiak River is quite possibly the best salmon river in Alaska boasting both phe- nomenal king and silver fishing. And Togiak Lodge is the only permament structure lodge on the river making it a unique and incredible experience. Kings weigh up to 50 pounds and the silvers are the larg- est in Alaska with 20-pounders possible. Anglers catch 20 to 40 kings a day per boat and the silver fishing is nothing less than spectacular. Because of its location the Togiak gets very little pressure and the fishing reflects it. Anglers from around the world describe it as ‘incomparable.’ Togiak Lodge is complete with modern comforts including great meals, a lounge, satellite TV and Internet access. major fisheries Togiak River. travel details From Anchorage, fly to Togiak in chartered plane and then transported to lodge by boat. West Coast Fishing Adventures location Skeena River, British Columbia. region British Columbia description Depending on your preference and time of year you can fish for steelhead or all five species of Pacific salmon. West Coast Fishing Adventures has rod days on the Skeena 4, as well as access to some of BC’s most remote steelhead rivers that teem with steelhead and salmon. With access to the best waters all year Gill McKean, an Orvis endorsed fly fishing guide, will cater your trip to the time of year that best fits your schedule. Accommodations include well appointed rooms, family style meals, and a lounge area with television or movies. Jet boat, drift boat, raft and bank fishing available. During the spring take advantage of Steelhead Camp, a remote camp where no other anglers fish. Here you’ll fish for steelhead to 20 pounds and have the river to yourself. major fisheries Skeena River and tribs, Nass River and tribs, Kitimat River, ocean salmon trips available. travel details Flights into Terrace, BC where you’ll be greeted and driven to the lodge. www.travelinganglermagazine.com