Archive for May, 2010
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Fresh Berries
Posted on May 25, 2010 | No CommentsWe just got done with our annual Spring cleanup and gear preparation at Icy Bay Lodge, and we are ready to get the season rolling. One of the “little things” that excite us about our deep sea fishing season, besides catching monster Halibut, Ling... -
Gearing Up
Posted on May 22, 2010 | No CommentsAwhile back we talked about the importance bringing the right clothing for your trip to Icy Bay Lodge, and what we recommend for your layers. Today let’s talk about your fly fishing gear. It starts with a good fly rod, at Icy Bay we use Temple... -
The Strip Set
Posted on May 20, 2010 | No CommentsOne of the most exciting experiences in fly fishing is hooking your first Coho. The raw power and acrobatics they perform once they feel that hook set are incredible. A big key to ensuring success is a great hook set. The video below is a classic... -
Fresh Dungeness Crab!
Posted on May 19, 2010 | No CommentsOne of the highlights of the week is our all you can eat crab night. We catch Dungeness Crab right in front of the lodge, and eat it fresh the same night. -
Got Ice?
Posted on May 15, 2010 | 1 CommentOne thing that our customers often ask us is, how warm is it? During the Summer months the average daily temperature is 61 degrees, and during the Spring and Fall months the average daily temperature is 53. Even though we are located in “Icy Bay”, our... -
Is there a better view after a day of fishing?
Posted on May 13, 2010 | No CommentsWe take pride in the abundance of fish we have to offer at Icy Bay Lodge, but another thing we take pride in is the beautiful scenery in front of the lodge. We took this picture just a few days ago while sitting on... -
We’ve Got it All
Posted on May 13, 2010 | No CommentsOne of the things that makes Icy Bay Lodge so unique is our ability to offer worldclass fresh and saltwater fishing. Besides our incredible run of big Coho Salmon, we also offer guided saltwater trips for big Halibut, Ling Cod, and King Salmon. Looking for... -
Larger than Life
Posted on May 11, 2010 | No CommentsThe old saying goes, “everything’s bigger in Texas”. We beg to differ. We were just looking at a map the other day, and we’re pretty sure five or six Texas’ could fit inside massive 18,008’ high Mt. Saint Elias. Oh, and our Silver’s are pretty big... -
3 and a Half Months
Posted on May 10, 2010 | No Commentsand we’ll be in the peak of the Coho run at Icy Bay Lodge. We’re getting a little bit antsy waiting to toss dry flies at monster Silvers all day, it’s good fun. -
Coho Heaven
Posted on May 9, 2010 | No CommentsDawn Nguyen of Boulder, CO with a nice September Coho caught just footsteps from Icy Bay Lodge