FEATURES
Floating Towards Heaven: The Aniak
52
A truly wild river, the Aniak offers a “Grand Slam”
for those that venture there. By Jeff Varvil
36 Kings in 36 Hours 58
Ketchikan waters provide an astonishing number of hook-ups for our
publisher on a quick trip to Southeast.
By Marcus Weiner
Tying the Hareball Leech
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Kings on the fly? You bet! Catch ’em with this bunny fly. By Rich
Johnson
Back Bouncing with Greg Brush
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Let this Kenai guide show you how to
back bounce your way to Kenai kings. By Greg Brush
Big Kings on the Little Su
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Accessible kings? You bet. This Southcentral gem offers great king
fishing . . . By Andy Couch
Spoon Feeding Salmon 36
When they won’t take the bait, sometimes
you need to speed up and spoon feed ’em.
By John Beath
The Colossal Kenai 44
A legendary fishing river gives up some of its secrets. Don’t miss the
special tips sections by expert guides. By Jim Durkin
Fish Homer
Alaska 62
End of the Road?
For adventuresome fishers and
travellers, Homer is just the beginning.
By Josh Parker
COVER/ Jeff Peterson, of Old Harbor, AK hoists an over 40-pound chinook.
© John Beat