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Cast and Blast Trips: The Ultimate Experience for Hunters and Anglers

Are you an avid hunter and angler looking for a unique adventure? Cast and blast trips offer a thrilling and unforgettable experience. These trips combine hunting and fishing into one action-packed adventure, allowing you to explore the outdoors and test your skills in two different activities. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to […]

Mark Stasz with a great dorado.

Mexico Sailfish Lodge Report by Mark Stasz

ANGLER: Mark Stasz TRIP TAKEN: Mexico Sailfish Lodge CONSULTANT: Todd Osborn January 14-18 We had a great time in Mexico! The beds were a little uncomfortable but the amazing fishing made up for it. We are already planning our next trip.

Everything about this Idaho steelhead trip was amazing.

Idaho Steelhead Fishing Report by Mathew Fuelling

ANGLER: Mathew Fuelling TRIP TAKEN: Idaho Steelhead Fishing Lodge CONSULTANT: Patrick Kissel February, 2023 Everything about this Idaho steelhead trip was amazing. I was greeted at the lodge by Matt, Felix, and Lacey. The lodge is great with plenty of room for everyone. Chef Felix is a wonderful chef and Lacey a great host. Fished […]

There's a reason I keep booking this steelhead fishing trip!

Idaho Steelhead Fishing Report by Ernie Sorensen

Angler: Ernie Sorensen TRIP TAKEN: Idaho Steelhead Fishing on the Clearwater River CONSULTANT: Patrick Kissel February, 2023 Second time I’ve done this particular trip. The steelhead run was awesome, the food even better, and our guide is the best! If catching big fish is your thang I highly recommend this trip.

The highlight of this last trip was when my wife and I doubled up on sailfish the last day.

Mexico Offshore Fishing Report by Matt Pember

ANGLER: Matt Pember TRIP TAKEN: Mexico Offshore Fishing Lodge CONSULTANT: Todd Osborn January 15-18 This was our third year in a row and we’re currently booking next year – so obviously my wife and I love this adventure! When the fishing is cold on the Baja, it’s hot, hot, hot in Ixtapa. You catch a […]

OI Draw Steelhead Trip Giveaway Winner

OI DRAW WINNER: Tyler Kirk

Congratulations to OI Draw Winner, Tyler Kirk! He won an Idaho Steelhead Fishing Trip for Two on the Clearwater River Idaho’s Clearwater River is home to the famous B-Run Steelhead. These are some of the biggest steelhead in the entire Columbia River Basin. Fish average 12-15 pounds, with some topping the 20 pound mark coming […]

Greg Pope with a giant Strobel Lake rainbow trout.

Strobel Lake Fishing Report by Greg Pope

ANGLER: Greg Pope TRIP TAKEN: Strobel Lake Fly Fishing Lodge CONSULTANT: Patrick Kissel, Outdoors International December 10, 2022 Great fishing lodge with food and service that exceeded expectations. All of the fishing guides were great to be around and our guide Emmanuel was superb. He moved us around and found fish and did his best […]

Steelhead fishing in Alaska

Alaska Steelhead Fly Fishing Report by Gregg Prossen

FISHING REPORT Angler: Gregg Prossen Date: September 7-14, 2022 Trip Taken: Alaska Steelhead Fishing Trip Consultant: Pat Kissel, Outdoors International I really enjoy this fishing trip. Second time on this trip for me and they made it even better. Enjoyed the steelhead fishing first and foremost. The outfitter goes the extra mile on accommodations and […]