Thursday, September 19, 2013

An Alaska Fishing Trip Packing

Posted by Donnie On 12:39 AM 1 comment
All serious fisherman need to make a trip sometime in their life to Alaska, the Land of the Midnight Sun. To make the most of your adventure, preparation and packing the proper gear are essential. If you plan to spend a week at an all-inclusive fly-fishing lodge, your packing list will differ from someone spending the day fishing for halibut without a guide, but the following information is useful for anyone heading to Alaska.

Instructions

    1 Check fragile fishing items like rods in protective hard cases for safer airline travel. Carry on all expensive reels, glasses, waders, jackets, licenses, itineraries and boxes of lures or flies that are hard to replace if the airline loses baggage.
    2 Take plenty of warm clothes even if traveling in summer since Alaskan weather can be cool and wet any time of year. Plan on layering for warmth and to make it easiest to shed or add layers with changing conditions.
    3 Buy a rain jacket made from breathable nylon since it will stay waterproof without the clammy feeling of rubber. Expect plenty of rainy weather during most of the Alaskan fishing season.
    4 Pack waders for river or stream fishing. Waders made of breathable nylon will stay more comfortable on a warm day or when hiking. Many waders require separate boots. Felt-soled boots provide the best traction on slippery rocks.
    5 Bring a waterproof bag for accessories like pliers, sunglasses, camera, extra tackle, gloves, hat, nonaerosol bug repellent, food, liquids and other personal items. A duffle bag and cooler are fine for fishing out of a boat, but a vest or backpack will work better if hiking onshore.
    6 Consider the wild nature of an Alaskan fishing trip and pack safety and survival gear accordingly. Pack a first aid kit, map and compass and plan on buying waterproof matches, fire starters and a knife once you arrive. Be certain that someone in the group knows how to use them.
    7 Select a fly-fishing guide who will permit you to keep the fish if that is your preference. Some guides will insist on releasing fish, so if you want a fish dinner make sure you are getting a guide who allows it.



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1 comment:

  1. I really like your advice to find a fishing guide who will allow you to keep the fish. My husband has been wanting to go on an Alaskan fishing trip. He really wants to catch fish and send them home for the whole family to enjoy. We didn't know that some guides had a catch and release policy. http://kodiak-charters.com/Pricing.html

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