Alaska Fishing FAQs

Question: What personal items do I need to bring with me?

Answer: Rain gear, jacket, pants, and water resistant shoes. A hat and polarized sun glasses. Bug dope and sun screen. Layered clothing such as, 2 under-wader (long underwear) garments, 5 t-shirts, 2 long sleeve shirts and 2 pairs of jeans. Weight is a consideration for travel. Also toiletries and all medications.

Question: Do I need to bring any linen?

Answer: No, towels, sheets, and blankets are provided.

Question: Do I need to overnight traveling to the Midnight Sun or returning home?

Answer: We strongly recommend that you overnight on your travels to the Midnight Sun. We can recommend a B&B in Aniak, (for less than the cost of a hotel in Anchorage) or overnight in Anchorage. On your travel home we recommend you either overnight or schedule your return flights no earlier than 8:00 PM.

Question: Do I need to bring fishing tackle?

Answer: No. We will provide all gear, or you may bring your own.

Recommended Packing List:

  • 8 to 10 weight fly rods (one plus a back up)
  • Fly reel and back up
  • Extra fly line
  • 65 pound tiger wire
  • 65lbs hard mono
  • Mono and wire cutters
  • Flies (single hook bright patterns work well in various sizes, we highly recommend 3/0 600sp teimco hooks)

  • Bait-caster or spin rods (medium heavy to heavy)
  • Spare reels
  • 65lbs. Braided tuff line (we do not use mono)
  • Wire leaders 65lbs. minimum. (Some pre-made leaders works well, some don't, Guides will use their discretion on the use of a leader based on their experience on our fishery. Our guides have found that our hand tied wire leaders have the lowest failure method. We want you to land big fish, not have the story of the "One that got away".)

  • Polarized Sunglasses (amber tint works the best)
  • Rain Jacket (an absolute must)
  • Waders (an absolute must)
  • Wadding boots (rubber soled)
  • Fishing hat (for glare and sun protection)
  • Dry sac
  • Neoprene gloves

  • Multi tool
  • Head lamp (w/ extra batteries)
  • lighter
  • Rx glasses
  • Digital camera (charger)
  • Sunscreen
  • Medications
  • Small first aid kit (band aids, antibiotic ointment, super glue)
  • Bug repellent
  • Bug head net
  • Wader repair kit
  • Good under-layers
  • Comfortable casual wear
  • Boat shoes
  • Identification
  • Cash for gratuities

  • Total baggage weight should not exceed 50lbs