DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

Fish Alaska Travel

Hot Kings 52
Seven days of the hottest king action in Sitka. Join "Bait" the halibut nose-biting terrier and Terry Sheely for this exciting week of productive saltwater fishing.

Lake Marie Lodge 66
Stan Cunningham ventures to the secluded and idyllic setting of Lake Marie Lodge, where the only
fishermen he saw were the other lodge guests. Can you really catch too many "fish-of-a-lifetime?"

Fish Alaska All-Tackle

The Nushagak Knot 24
One of the most successful tackle arrangements
for fishing on the famous Nushagak River is demonstrated here by Dave Kilhefner.

Eggstra Special Salmon Baits 28
Arguably the best natural bait in the world of salmon fishing, eggs require special care and
handling for good results. Join Scott Haugen
for a curing spree that will make the best baits
for the best results.

Fish Alaska Saltwater

The Lure of Salmon 40
Capt. "Tat" Tatterson goes beyond the basics of catching salmon with this in-depth look at the science of location and timing.

Fish Alaska Fly

Hickman's Party Boy Leech 26
Why fish with a boring fly when you can tie up this whammo wonder designed by celebrated fly designer and guide, Jeff Hickman.

Fish Alaska Safety

Part 5: Wilderness Survival 82
Knowing what to do to keep yourself warm and dry are very important in any survival situation. Melissa Norris shows you how to build a shelter and start a fire using whatever (no matter how
little) you've got to work with.

COVER / A beautiful king. © Brian Woobank