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Cordova Alaska Fishing

Posted on May 9, 2008 by Drifting-admin

I will be in Cordova Alaska fishing for the next week for steelhead, sea run cutthroat, rainbow trout, and Dolly Varden. The fishing should be good unless the rivers get blown out and it is calling for rain throughout the week. It’s that time in Alaska! I haven’t been able to get out and fish to much due to the weather and work but that’s all over for now. I hope that everyone is enjoying their spring and getting a line wet now and then. If you’re looking for a fishing trip in south central Alaska this season we’d be happy to Hook you up. Check out our website at www.driftingonthefly.com or you can email me at scott@driftingonthefly.com for your next Alaska fishing guide trip! Tight Lines, Scott Sager

SHIP CREEK

Posted on April 23, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Today I got off work, removed my studded tires and got my all terrains back on the truck. After I got my chores done I found time to go and explore a stream here in Anchorage. Ship Creek is a well known Salmon run river that holds a few Rainbow trout too. I didn’t spend much time fishing it but it did produce a couple of small rainbows. I was using a Murray hellgrammite size 10, dead drifting it. That fly seems to produce more fish for me than any other in my fly box! I don’t know if it is confidence or what.. but I tend to tie this fly own my line more times than not when I approach new water. I have never fished salmon in this stream but I understand that it can produce quit a few fish during the peak of the seasons as well.

I’m moving back down to the Kenai peninsula next week to get gear ready for the upcoming season. Dates are booking up fast so if your interested in a 2008 Drift Boat Fishing guide trip on the kenai river, reserve your spots soon. We hope everyone is enjoying the spring and we look forward to fishing with you. Tight lines, Scott Sager www.driftingonthefly.com scott@driftingonthefly.com 907-382-6808

WINTER KENAI RIVER FISHING

Posted on April 17, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Winter Kenai river fishing on the right days can be a lot of fun and very productive. The days are getting longer and there are a few bears starting to poke their heads out on the Kenai peninsula. This is an exciting time of year for me but winter just keeps hanging around. In Anchorage we were blessed with another 3-4″ of snow last week. Though it didn’t hang around we keep getting hit with cold weather. I plan to get out a little this weekend and try to chase a steal head down on the Kasilof River. For information on the upcoming season feel free to check out my website at www.driftingonthefly.com or email me at scott@driftingonthefly.com. Thanks and tight lines Scott

WILLIE DRIFT BOAT

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Drifting-admin

After a long haul we finally have the new willie drift boat stored here in Alaska . Things are starting to come together for the 2008 Alaska fishing season. This new drift boat will be used for many seasons on the Kenai Peninsula before we will be due for another one. Willie drift boats are durable and a very safe boat to fish out of. We can accommodate up to 4 anglers on this boat. If you are interested in a Kenai river guide trip this summer you can contact me at www.driftingonthefly.com or email at scott@driftingonthefly.com. Tight Lines Scott Sager

Homer King Salmon Derby

Posted on March 29, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Due to bad weather the winter Homer king salmon derby was delayed until this past sunday. There were 792 fishermen in the derby and 92 fish caught. The odds don’t sound very good but there were 20 more fish caught this year than last year. Boats are lined up along the bluff trolling for the Homer king salmon derby winning fish. The fishing isn’t fast and furious but what a great place to spend the day on the water. I fished with some good friends from around the Kenai Peninsula. We had a great day but ended up with no king salmon on the boat. It was a great way to get out and spend the day on the water and I highly recommend it to anyone that would like to experience Alaskas fishing. There is not a lot of fishing going on the Kenai peninsula this early in the spring and it gives us a chance to get out and get a line wet. If you would like to participate in the Homer king salmon derby contact me at www.driftingonthefly.com and I will get you lined up. Tight Lines Scott Sager

Shenandoah smallmouth bass fishing

Posted on March 27, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Shenandoah smallmouth bass fishing can be very good in the spring. The days are getting longer and it seems that you can get a lot more done. Two weeks ago I visited my home town of Strasburg, VA for my grandparents 65th wedding anniversary! It was a very nice but a short visit. I did get a chance to fish for only a few hours with the folks at Murrays fly shop (www.murraysflyshop.com). We fished the north fork of the Shenandoah river throwing leaches with a slow retrieve. I managed to land a 10-12″ smallmouth and John landed a solid 12″ fish. It was nice to get out and see that the fish were willing to play.

Thanks and there will be more posts this week and a few pictures. Be sure to check out my new website layout at www.driftingonthefly.com to book a trip! Tight lines

DRIFT BOAT AK

Posted on March 2, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Getting our drift boat to Ak! Our 2008 Willie drift boat headed north! Unfortunately not on the Alcan but now by barge. When it arrives in Alaska there will be more pictures available on the blog. To inquire about how to get your trip booked for the 2008 Alaska fishing season contact me through my website at: www.driftingonthefly.com Thanks and tight lines Scott sager

GETTING OUR CUSTOM WILLIE DRIFT BOAT TO ALASKA

Posted on February 28, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Getting our custom willie drift boat to Alaska this week. I will be traveling to Seattle to pick up our new 2008, 20′, Willie drift boat this weekend. We will then make the 2605 mile journey back to Anchorage through the next week. It is a beautiful trip and to travel it in the winter again will be a real treat. The Canadian Rockies offer scenery like I’ve never seen before. I hope to take lots of pictures and let you know how it goes. If you ever have thought of traveling through Canada on your way to Alaska, feel free to contact me and I’ll share any information that I have to make your trip one that you will not forget. Tight Lines, Scott Sager 907-382-6808 www.driftingonthefly.com scott@driftingonthefly.com

DOLLY VARDEN FISHING ON THE KENAI RIVER

Posted on February 24, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Dolly Varden fishing on the Kenai River is often off the hook in the spring until the middle of september. This beautiful fish was caught in the fall right before the Dolly mVarden spawn. Dolly Varden are in the char family and spawn in the fall.

When you find spawning Sockeye Salmon you’ll be sure to find a Dolly Varden or two behind them. With clearer water look for the shadows under and behind the salmon. They can be hard to see sometimes but whenever you approach the stream or river make sure you spend a minute looking before walking right up to the water. This fish was caught in the middle of September on the Kenai river and is a very good fish. Large 25 inch or bigger Dolly Varden are caught daily on the kenai river when the bite is going off. Guided Dolly Varden fishing on the Kenai River is easily booked with Drifting on the Fly. Give us a call or email us here and we will get you hooked up on a fishing trip of a lifetime. Tight Lines, Scott Drifting On The Fly, LLC

HOSTED FISHING TRIPS

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Drifting-admin

Don’t let the cold keep you inside, hosted fishing trips are a great way to get a line wet in the winter. I’ve fished with these guys for years and they are top notch. Capt. Mitch fishes out of Key West and knows how to keep you in fishy water. If this is something you might like to experience get in touch and I’ll get you lined up! If you happen to be in Key West stop by the Saltwater Angler and ask for Mitch Dugger. He’ll get you caught up with whats happening and is always dialed in on what to use. From the Kenai River in Alaska to the Florida keys and now to south Africa we would be happy to point you to the right guide services! Scott Sager www.driftingonthefly.com Scott@driftingonthefly.