LENGTH OF STAY
Standard fishing packages at Alaska West are six fishing days and seven nights.

THE FISHING
Guests at Alaska West typically fish in pairs with a guide. Sturdy, 18-foot jet boats are used for transportation. Most fishing is done both from shore and from the boat, depending on guest preferences and fishing conditions. Alaska West's guides are excellent instructors and are used to working with both experienced anglers and first timers. Wading on the Kanektok is extremely easy. With almost no rocks larger than your fist, older guests have no problem moving around the river. The Kanektok river provides a wide variety of fishing scenarios, ranging from large tidewater sections to small, ‘trout stream’ side channels - all within a 20-minute boat ride from the camp. With its combination of numbers of salmon and very fly-fishable water, the Kanektok is one of the best spots in the world to target king and silver salmon on a fly rod. The Arolik River has excellent clarity and is about half the size of the Kanektok. It is home to all five Alaskan salmon species, rainbow trout, dolly varden and grayling. There is no more beautiful rainbow than an Arolik rainbow! To spend a day on the Arolik is to see Alaska as it was 100 years ago. We’re very forunate to have the opportunity.

The Kanektok flows 110 miles from its headwaters at Kagati Lake, through the 4.5 million acre Togiak Wilderness Reserve, to the Bering Sea. The river is home to the famous Alaskan "Leopard Bows" – spectacularly colored rainbow trout named for the amazing profusion of spots that cover their body (even their eyes are sometimes spotted!) These wild rainbows attain trophy size and are available throughout the season both in the main river and the many tributaries. Other resident species include arctic char, Dolly Varden, and grayling. The Kanektok also boasts strong runs of all five migratory species of Pacific salmon: King, sockeye, chum, pink, and silver. The nearby Arolik river offers private, secluded fishing in one of Alaska's most pristine settings. The Arolik is limited to four rods per day, and needs to be reserved well in advance. A typical day of guided fishing at Alaska West is 10-hours long (8:00 AM to 6:00 PM)

BOATS AND EQUIPMENT OFFERED
Alaska West utilizes 18-foot, shallow draft aluminum boats outfitted with jet driven engines. Because you don't have to fly out each day to experience great fishing, your angling hours will not be affected by poor weather conditions or low visibility.

THE LODGING
Accommodations while at Alaska West are in comfortable, sturdy walled tents. All tents at the lodge are Weatherport-type tents, with carpeted wooden floors and heat. Guests sleep in beds with mattresses, and the main buildings and common areas have electricity. A separate drying and gear tent is provided for waders and other clothing. Hot showers, sinks with hot and cold water, and outhouses are provided. The outhouses are cleaned an emptied every day. Overall the accommodations are very comfortable, warm, and clean!

2010 SEASON RATES

KANEKTOK RIVER PACKAGES
One week – $4,900.00 for 7 nights / 6 guided fishing days.

AROLIK RIVER Add-on Option
Anglers can fish the Arolik in place of the Kanektok for one or more days, based on availability for an additional $100.00 per day

* Remember that our services are completely free! When you book a trip with Yellow Dog, you never pay more than when you book directly with the lodge or outfitter.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
The number of nights lodging and days fishing specified in your package, all meals, sodas, flies and lures, guide and boat for each two anglers, freezers for storing fish and preparation of fish for shipping.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Flights to Anchorage and on to Quinhagak, Alaska fishing license and salmon tag, alcohol, and gratuities for staff and guides. The cost of a fishing license is $30.00. A king salmon tag (required) is also $30.00. If you would like, you are also free to bring your own liquor.

DEPOSIT INFORMATION
A 50% deposit (per angler) of the total package cost for each trip is due to Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures (YDFA) within 10 days of booking to secure the reservation. Guides and dates cannot be held or reserved without a deposit. YDFA reserves the right to charge a handling fee of $100 per person for date changes after the initial reservation has been made. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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HOW TO GET THERE
Alaska West has arranged a direct charter flight between Anchorage and camp. The ERA Aviation Dash-8 flight departs Anchorage from the Ted Stevens International on Friday mornings at 10:00AM. Check in as 9:00AM. The flight returns the following Friday and is scheduled to land in Anchorage about 3:00PM. R/T fare for this flight is $675 per person.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Photo identification for airlines and Alaskan fishing license (available at lodge.)
Alaska Department of Fish and Game requests anglers to purchase your fishing license on-line prior to your trip by visiting the following website: http://www.admin.adfg.state.ak.us/license/

Purchases can be made with credit card and the license and tags are printable at home on demand.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Yellow Dog can assist with the travel arrangements for all destinations that we offer! Contact Us for details on airfare, itineraries, and details.

OTHER INFORMATION
The boats and river travel are an integral part of the daily routine at Alaska West. Boat rides of several miles in one direction are not uncommon. Please keep this in mind when selecting clothing. We recommend breathable waders with layers of insulating clothing, and a waterproof bag with extra warm clothing and raingear.

During King salmon weeks, Alaska West offers a number of Spey fishing programs, complete with guest instructors and evening seminars on spey techniques, etc. For more information on the spey clinics and programs, contact Yellow Dog.

TESTIMONIALS

"My week at Alaska West was the most incredible week of fishing I have ever experienced. The guides I had were very attentive, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and patient. The fishing was phenomenal as were the shore lunches."

- Richard G.
  Gary, Indiana   

"My two teenage sons and I decided to do our 'once-in-a-lifetime-trip' at Alaska West. It was not only the perfect father-and-son trip, it was also a great brother-brother trip. It was some memorable that the 'once-in-a-lifetime' trip is going to happen again next year! Only next time, we're bringing 'mom' along!"
   - Bryan W.
 
"Everything at Alaska West was fantastic. This is one of the best values in Alaskan fishing, and a great way to experience the best in Alaskan fishing."
   - Anthony K.