alaska ALASKA SPORTSMAN’S LODGE [Kvichak River, Alaska] While there are literally hundreds of fishing lodges scattered throughout Alaska, there are only a handful of truly great ones – the cream of the crop that are the very best at everything they do. Brian Kraft’s Alaska Sportsman’s Lodge is without a doubt one of the finest; a full-service, fly-out lodge with an amazing location, a world-class team of guides, and a line-up of amenities, accommodations, and equipment that puts this lodge at the very top of anything you’ll find in Alaska. Nestled high on the riverbank of the Kvichak River in the famous “braids” section, A.S.L. is ideally situated in the heart of the Bristol Bay region. The fishing is great on the lodge’s home river, and the location is close to many of Alaska’s most famous fly-out waters as well. All daily fly-outs are included in the package price. Spend a week at Sportsman’s, and the only thing that you’ll worry about is how soon you can re-book for the following year! 7 night / 7 fishing day packages (double occupancy) $8,875.00 per person. BEAR TRAIL LODGE [Naknek River – King Salmon, Alaska] Bear Trail Lodge – the sister lodge to Alaska Sportsman’s Lodge – is located on the banks of the Naknek, a river that was named the “#1 Rainbow Trout River in Alaska” by Fish Alaska Magazine. This amazing river is home to all five species of Pacific salmon as well as some of the largest rainbow trout in all of Alaska. Guests at Bear Trail have unlimited access to this amazing fishery, as well as daily fly-out options to the other famous rivers throughout the region. The Bear Trail complex consists of a comfortable and inviting main lodge, large dining room, relaxing living room, full bar area, and several large decks (one with a hot tub) that overlook the river. Each of the lodge’s private cabins are spacious and comfortable, and the entire lodge is connected by a boardwalk trail that is elevated 70 feet above the river. 4 night / 4 fishing day packages (double occupancy) $5,600.00 per person. [THUMBS UP: IF YOU USE AIRFLO] TORDRILLO MOUNTAIN LODGE [Denali Region, Alaska] A nice alternative to the Bristol Bay area, this high-end Alaskan lodge operation is located on quiet Judd Lake in the heart of the Alaska Range, a short 45-minute flight from Anchorage. The lodge is situated at the headwaters of the Talachulitna River, home to solid runs of Kings, sockeyes, and silvers, as well as strong numbers of resident rainbows and char. There are numerous rivers and creeks in the area that are accessed utilizing a combination of boats, helicopters, and float planes. Easily accessed from Anchorage, the lodge can accommodate all types of packages, from short, two-day trips to week-long itineraries. Owned and operated by former professional skiers, the lodge also offers summer action-adventure trips featuring prime-season King salmon fishing, corn-snow helicopter skiing, and whitewater rafting – all on the same trip! With incredible food, beautiful accommodations, great home water fishing, and a large line-up of nonangling activities to compliment the fishing, Tordrillo is one of our very favorite locations in all of Alaska for families, couples and kids. 6 night / 6 day packages begin at $5,600.00 per person. Call for details. WWW.airflofishing.com Airflo® Products are distributed in North America by Rajeff Sports, www.rajeffsports.com, 360-694-2900, info@rajeffsports.com Find Us on Facebook 66 • phone: 406-585-8667 • toll free: 888-777-5060 email: info@yellowdogflyfishing.com • website: www.yellowdogflyfishing.com • 67