Category Archives: Fishing Reports

We ask every client to submit a report after their fishing trip, telling us how it went.

Fishing Reports, OI-KSPL

Alaska Fishing Lodge Report by Bill Rylander

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Alaska Lingcod Fishing o

This was my second trip to this Alaska fishing lodge, and it was just as wonderful as the first. The staff are friendly and very hospitable and the fishing outstanding great food as well.

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Alaska Fishing Report by Calvin Connor

This trip was phenomenal in every aspect. Ten out of ten. I could not recommend this Alaska fishing lodge more Read more

You’ll fish until evening, enjoy a memorable dinner with your friends, and then return to the river and fish as late as you’d like.
The Best Places to Go Salmon Fishing

We've all heard of the incredible fishing in Alaska and Canada, but besides those two obvious choices, here are the Read more

Prince of Wales, Alaska Offshore Fishing Lodge
Alaska Ocean Fishing Gear List

Be sure to talk to your guide about any specific gear that you should bring, but this Alaska ocean fishing Read more

If you time the run right, get ready for the best fishing you’ve ever had! Factors such as water levels, air temperature, and tides play a crucial factor to determine the peak of the run for any given year.
The King Salmon Life Cycle and When They Run in Alaska

The best time of year to go to Alaska if you want to target King salmon, is at the height Read more

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Alaska Fishing Lodge Report by Dale Dunbar

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Alaska Fishing Lodge Report by Dale Dunbar

This was a really fun fishing trip. Rick, Kelley, Gary, and Jeanne all do a great job. We would recommend them to anyone who may want to experience this type of a trip. We look forward to going back soon.

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Salmon
Kodiak Alaska Fishing Report by Caitlin Dwyer

This was a lovely salmon fishing trip on Kodiak Island in Alaska, We caught fish each day Great food provided Read more

Humpback whale breaching in Alaska
Kodiak Island Fishing Trip Report by Paul Julander

The fishing lodge on Kodiak Island, in Alaska had excellent accommodations with awesome food. The host and the fishing guides Read more

Bringing Home Fresh Fish from Alaska
Bringing Home Fresh Fish from Alaska

I thought to myself how quick this trip went as we loaded up the charter plane with our luggage and Read more

Lacey with a King Salmon
Kodiak Island King Salmon Fishing Report by Lacey Savage

Not only did I catch Kings, my guide Gary got me into plenty of cod, black bass and yellow eye Read more

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Fishing Reports, OI-ASL

Alaska Fishing Report by Calvin Connor

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This trip was phenomenal in every aspect. Ten out of ten. I could not recommend this Alaska fishing lodge more highly. Truly the trip of a lifetime.

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Alaska Lingcod Fishing o
Alaska Fishing Lodge Report by Bill Rylander

This was my second trip to this Alaska fishing lodge, and it was just as wonderful as the first. The Read more

You’ll fish until evening, enjoy a memorable dinner with your friends, and then return to the river and fish as late as you’d like.
The Best Places to Go Salmon Fishing

We've all heard of the incredible fishing in Alaska and Canada, but besides those two obvious choices, here are the Read more

Prince of Wales, Alaska Offshore Fishing Lodge
Alaska Ocean Fishing Gear List

Be sure to talk to your guide about any specific gear that you should bring, but this Alaska ocean fishing Read more

If you time the run right, get ready for the best fishing you’ve ever had! Factors such as water levels, air temperature, and tides play a crucial factor to determine the peak of the run for any given year.
The King Salmon Life Cycle and When They Run in Alaska

The best time of year to go to Alaska if you want to target King salmon, is at the height Read more

Continue reading →
Fishing Reports, OI-KSPL

Kodiak Island FIshing Report by Dale Dunbar

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A nice yelloweye

The lodge was great!  Kelley and Rick were 1st class, and the food was very good.  Again… we had a really good time tho… it was a new experience for sure!

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I couldn’t of asked for a better trip even with the outfitter saying it was a down year with the drought we were able to see countless deer and did not have any issues getting an opportunity.
Two Buck Hunt Report by Tyler Roles

Hunter: Tyler Roles Date: November, 2021 Trip Taken: Two-buck Deer Hunt in Wyoming and Montana Consultant: Patrick Kissel | Outdoors International I Read more

A very successful Idaho deer hunt
Frank Church Wilderness Mule Deer Hunt Report by Paul Julander

Hunter: Paul Julander Date: November, 2021 Trip Taken: Idaho Frank Church Wilderness Mule Deer Hunt Consultant: Patrick Kissel | Outdoors International Had Read more

Wyoming Elk Hunt Report by Nile Ersland
Wyoming Elk Hunt Report by Nile Ersland

Hunter: Nile Ersland Date: Oct 14-20, 2021 Trip Taken: Wyoming Elk Hunt Consultant: Patrick Kissel | Outdoors International Our base Read more

Eric Labelle with his Wyoming bull
Greys River Elk Hunt Report by Eric Labelle

Hunter: ERIC LABELLE Date: October 15-19, 2021 Hunt Taken: Greys River, WY Horseback Rifle Elk Hunt Outfitter: OI--DDO Consultant: Patrick Read more

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Alaska Steelhead Fishing Report by Darren Crosbie

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Darren Crosbie, Alaska Steelhead Fishing Report

Great fishing lodge! Matt and Rosie and all the staff were wonderful. Guides were good. Fishing was a bit spotty while I was there.

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Sockeye Salmon run on the Kenai River
Fishing in Alaska

From the largest and last wild salmon runs in the world to its unparalleled fishing for large rainbow trout you Read more

Beautiful red Salmon
Alaska Steelhead Fishing Lodge Report by Gregg Prossen

If it wasn't for Patrick knowing my fishing preferences, I wouldn't have found this trip on my own. When I Read more

Golden trout
The Trout Royal Slam

IGFA has offered a special award to those anglers that have caught seven different species of trout in their lifetimes.

Rainbow by the raft
Alaska Adventure Report by Stan Masneri

Normally we like to fish rivers that offer a good bit of Class III and Class IV rapids, where the Read more

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Fishing Reports, OI-ASC

Alaska Steelhead Fishing Lodge Report by Gregg Prossen

Posted on by Patrick Kissel
Beautiful red Salmon

If it wasn’t for Patrick knowing my fishing preferences, I wouldn’t have found this trip on my own. When I think of steelhead fishing I am really drawn to British Columbia as the Mecca but, not anymore. 

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Sockeye Salmon run on the Kenai River
Fishing in Alaska

From the largest and last wild salmon runs in the world to its unparalleled fishing for large rainbow trout you Read more

Darren Crosbie, Alaska Steelhead Fishing Report
Alaska Steelhead Fishing Report by Darren Crosbie

Great fishing lodge! Matt and Rosie and all the staff were wonderful. Guides were good. Fishing was a bit spotty Read more

Golden trout
The Trout Royal Slam

IGFA has offered a special award to those anglers that have caught seven different species of trout in their lifetimes.

Rainbow by the raft
Alaska Adventure Report by Stan Masneri

Normally we like to fish rivers that offer a good bit of Class III and Class IV rapids, where the Read more

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Adventure Trip Reports, Fishing Reports, OI-RAA

Alaska Adventure Report by Stan Masneri

Posted on by Patrick Kissel
Rainbow by the raft

Normally we like to fish rivers that offer a good bit of Class III and Class IV rapids, where the Kwethluk is never more than Class II. What it lacked in adrenaline excitement, it made up for in scenic beauty and quality fishing.

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California Outdoor Adventures

Everybody knows that this state is full of outdoor wonders to experience. From San Diego to San Francisco and everywhere Read more

Illinois Outdoors Recreation, Adventure and Family Vacations
Illinois Outdoors Recreation, Adventure and Family Vacations

With magnificent state parks, lush forests, miles of trails for hiking and biking, mighty rivers, and legendary whitetail hunting, Illinois Read more

Patrick Kissel with a slab of a Rainbow.
Colorado Fly Fishing Guides

We are excited to offer top-end Colorado fly fishing guides on some of Colorado’s premier public and private trout water.

Whitewater Rafting in Idaho
Idaho Whitewater

Idaho is blessed with so many whitewater rafting and kayaking opportunities, it's hard to choose which ones are the best. Read more

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Alaska Fishing Report by Ernest Sorensen

Posted on by Patrick Kissel
Flyfishing the Kvichak River

Hands down the most accommodating fishing lodge we’ve ever been to. I love hunting and fishing, and search to find places that allow a family setting. They welcomed our rowdy kid crew with open arms and a resolve to show us a good time… we were not disappointed.

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Visit Florida

There’s never a bad time to visit Florida! With it’s comfortable subtropical climate, Florida’s weather is never too hot or Read more

Toadstool Geologic Park looks like the setting of a sci-fi movie.
Nebraska Outdoors Adventure

Nebraska is a Great Plains state proud its past presented in unique, living monuments, rock formations and natural wonders. Be Read more

The Best Bird Dog Breeds
Travel Kansas

If you’re looking for a great destination, the Kansas outdoors offers plenty of things to do! Kansas is an outdoor Read more

Antelope Canyon is a gorgeous slot canyon that will leave you breathless with it’s combination of extreme beauty, rock color, and bouncing ambient light that cauterizes into picture-perfect snaps.
Arizona Outdoor Adventures

Arizona outdoor adventures are a magnet for adventurers, hunters and sun-seekers, most following the pull of a few well-known places Read more

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Alaska Fishing Report by Andrew Sorensen

Posted on by Patrick Kissel
Father son flyfishing

We fished the Kvichak River, New Halen, and Moraine Creek in the Bristol Bay Region.

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Visit Florida
Visit Florida

There’s never a bad time to visit Florida! With it’s comfortable subtropical climate, Florida’s weather is never too hot or Read more

Toadstool Geologic Park looks like the setting of a sci-fi movie.
Nebraska Outdoors Adventure

Nebraska is a Great Plains state proud its past presented in unique, living monuments, rock formations and natural wonders. Be Read more

The Best Bird Dog Breeds
Travel Kansas

If you’re looking for a great destination, the Kansas outdoors offers plenty of things to do! Kansas is an outdoor Read more

Antelope Canyon is a gorgeous slot canyon that will leave you breathless with it’s combination of extreme beauty, rock color, and bouncing ambient light that cauterizes into picture-perfect snaps.
Arizona Outdoor Adventures

Arizona outdoor adventures are a magnet for adventurers, hunters and sun-seekers, most following the pull of a few well-known places Read more

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Idaho Sturgeon Fishing Report by Andrew Overton

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Sturgeon Fishing from a Jet Boat in Hells Canyon, Idaho

Andrew Overton’s Idaho, Hells Canyon Sturgeon Fishing Report with Outdoors International.

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Sturgeon fishing with my son.
How to Catch Sturgeon

Here are some tips for catching sturgeon...they aren't super technical fish, but if you don't know the basics of how Read more

Grilled Lime-Cilantro Sturgeon
Grilled Lime-Cilantro Sturgeon Recipe

Sturgeon is such a meaty, mild, non-fishy tasting fish. Smoking is incredible, but I love this recipe. Keep in mind Read more

Sturgeon, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, salmon and steelhead can all be caught, depending on the time of year.
Hells Canyon Sturgeon Fishing in Idaho

Sturgeon, smallmouth bass,  rainbow trout, salmon and steelhead can all be caught, depending on the time of year. Check Idaho Fish and Game Regulations. Smallmouth Read more

Idaho fly fishing guides
Fishing in Idaho

Incredible trout waters flow through Idaho, and we work with the guides, outfitters, and fishing lodges to explore them all.

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