Overview The 2023 Kenai Cannery Retreat was a rejuvenating and relaxing getaway held in mid-August for 8 delightful women. Fishing on the world-famous Kenai River in South Central Alaska is an opportunistic adventure for all skill levels for anglers. We were fortunate to have 3 lady fishing guides, 2 knowledgeable hosts and a venue that was located just minutes from the mouth of the Kenai that is home to over 2.5 million salmon annually. The female guides are highly skilled in a variety of fishing techniques, which made the options flexible and spontaneous in fishing for Coho salm ..read more

Overview Our annual Beginner Fly Fishing school was hosted again at Gate Creek Cabins in picturesque Petersville, Alaska from June 16th to 18th. Our weekend consisted of beginning fly fishing basics, casting lessons, fly tying, lake fishing, and proper etiquette for landing and releasing fish, and a salmon cooking class. The ladies reported learning a lot while also building friendships with other female anglers. Day to Day Report Day 1: On Friday evening we arrived and got settled into our cabins, enjoyed appetizers and socialized around a bonfire. After a bit of socializing, we e ..read more

Overview Our trip to the majestic Henry’s Fork of the Snake River was held July 6th to the 10th this year. The Henry’s Fork is a dynamic river that runs through Island Park, Idaho, a quaint and beautiful town! Our trip consisted of fly fishing from drift boats for brown trout, rainbow trout, cutbows, and whitefish. The ladies reported having a reinvigorated joy of fly fishing, and increased knowledge of fly fishing in a dynamic river for various species. Day to Day Report Day 1: Ladies traveled from all over the country and arrived at Trouthunter lodge in the afternoon. After settl ..read more

Welcome to our exciting journey through the pristine wilderness of Nome, Alaska! Over the course of five incredible days, we explored this remote region, fished in crystal-clear waters, and made lasting memories. Let's dive into the details of each day of our thrilling adventure. Day 1: Arrival in Nome Our adventure began with an Alaska Airlines departure at 3:45 pm, landing us in Nome at around 5:00 pm. The anticipation was palpable as we eagerly awaited our luggage. It felt like time was standing still, but in reality, it was just our excitement to get started. After a few quick ..read more

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our dear friend, Cecilia "Pudge" Kleinkauf. Pudge was an incredible person who touched the lives of so many in the fly fishing community and beyond. Her legacy as a pioneer of women's fly fishing and her dedication to conservation will continue to inspire us all. Pudge was a pioneer of women's fly fishing who left an indelible mark on the sport. Throughout her life, she faced countless challenges and barriers as a woman in a male-dominated sport. But she never let those obstacles dampen her spirit or diminish her ..read more

There is something special about escaping winter for a respite in the tropics.  South Andros Lodge is the perfect place to get away from the cold and into the warm tropic sun.  This is our second trip to this lodge with the same friendly staff and guide team.  It is starting to feel like home.   We arrived in the afternoon of Day 1 after a short flight from Fort Lauderdale and a quick transport from the South Congo Town airport.  Our hosts greeted our group with a warm Andros welcome and helped us get settled in our rooms.  A quick adult beverage and some re ..read more

Rainbow Trout are native to the pacific regions of Northern Mexico, the western region of the United States and Canada, and up and around Alaska to the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. Because of their popularity as both a food fish and a sport fish, hatcheries have expanded this range worldwide, and rainbows are now found all over the world, including central and eastern US, New Zealand, Europe, and even parts of Africa. Photo: Alaskan Rainbow by Kate Crump / Angler Alex Bradberry Rainbow trout thrive in a number of different environments, from small streams to raging rivers, lakes, and some e ..read more

February for Bonefish in the Bahamas!  Just the thought of it sends my mind to a happy place.  Everything about this trip was so good. We arrived on Andros Island after a short flight from Fort Lauderdale, surveying the beautiful blue ocean on the way.  Andros is the largest island in the Caribbean; only the eastern shore is settled.  Rivers and mangrove channels dominate the island with prime fishing grounds.  A bus shuttle awaited our team to take us from the airport to Andros South, where gracious managers and friendly staff greeted us, along with comfortable ..read more

When we arrived at the Cannery Lodge we were greeted with gorgeous summer weather and champagne at the Hen House. All the ladies gathered here, introducing themselves and visiting, before we were shown to our rooms. We all met for dinner at the Cannery Club on property and it was fantastic. We were able to meet our Guides, Dallas Voss, Erin Shoen, and Kasey Loomis as well as and the owner of the Cannery Lodge. The next day we started with an early breakfast before getting on the shuttle to take us to our boat launch for a full day of fishing. The ladies had their choice of fishing for Trout o ..read more

As breakup gets closer and we all start to thaw out, it’s time to start thinking about how to enjoy the outdoors with our furry companions again. Bears will be starting to move around again soon, and with that comes an added element of danger for the everyday angler.  There are many things to consider when entering bear country, and a big one is understanding the bear populations in the area you’ll be visiting. Bears are intelligent animals that have different behaviors based on their life histories. Because of this, bears in the Mat-Su area will respond differently to humans in their ..read more