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Posted on August 23, 2008 by Trevor Price | Posted under Fishing
Fishing Trip Alaska: Preparing for a Fun Angler's Excursion in Alaska
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Reserve Early Alaska is host to over a million tourists every summer. That means the hotels in Anchorage will fill up, the rental car companies will book quickly and the best fishing lodges will be full far in advance. To avoid disappointment and ensure you have the best trip possible, plan ahead and book early. Hire an Experienced Guide Most guide books, fishing books and even the state Department of Fish and Game say that if you want to have a successful fishing trip in Alaska, you should hire a local guide. Your guide will be able to take you to the hottest fishing spots, show you secret locations and inform you of the best lures, floats and flies. To find a qualified local guide or charter company, try asking at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, a vacation planning company like Sport Fishing Alaska - who were featured in Frommer's and Forbe's Travel - or simply book with a lodge and use their in-house guide. Know When to Go Fish may be abundant in Alaska, but they're also migratory. You need to know the best fishing season and the right locations. So, while a lodge or specific spot may boast some of the best fishing in the world, that may only hold true for a few weeks out of the year. Instead of being disappointed by a slow fishing trip, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game will be able to tell if your proposed location and dates will coincide with a fish migration. There's also the secret fishing season in Alaska - the fall. Trout are still running, no one's around and fly fishers will experience some of the best fishing of their lives. Many river lodges and resorts specialize in an autumn season and even offer heavily discounted rates, saving you money. Pack Smart Remember that when you're packing for a fishing trip, Alaska can be blisteringly hot, drenching wet or freezing cold. The best advice is to pack layers of clothing that will dry quickly. You want to protect yourself from the sun, rain and cold, but also be able to remove clothing or dry it fast. Don't forget sunscreen, bug repellent, your gear, a small personal survival kit and your camera. About The Author: For information on exciting fishing adventures, please visit alaskafloridafishing.com, a popular site providing great fishing trip insights, such as an Alaska fly-in fishing, Fort Lauderdale sport fishing, and many more! |
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