Included / Not Included –
Included: Guided fishing, transportation to and from Sterling, hard tackle (rods, reels),
Not Included: Airfare, accommodations and meals, guide gratuities, alcohol, licenses, etc
Travel Logistics:
Arrival Information: To get to Sterling you will need to fly in and out of Anchorage
Getting to the Lodge: . In Anchorage guests will need to rent a car for the drive to Sterling. The drive is approximately 130 miles and takes about 2 1/2 hours.
Departure Information: On your departure day you will drive back to Anchorage for flights home.
Gratuities:
Gratuities are not included in the cost of the trip and are left to the discretion of the individual angler. For planning purposes fishermen can expect the industry standard of around 10% of the trip price. This should be in cash and can be given to the head guide at the end of your trip.
Fishing Licenses:
The easiest way to handle your fishing license is to pre-purchase it on-line through the Alaska Department of Fish & Game at:
http://www.admin.adfg.state.ak.us/license/
Climate:
In general, during June and July average temperatures are in the 60's to mid 70's. Temperatures in the fall are quite a bit cooler and average in the 50's-60’s. Temperatures can drop into the 30's and 40's at almost any time in Alaska. Keep in mind that Alaska has unpredictable weather...it is good to always come prepared.
You will encounter some biting insects such as mosquitoes, no see-ums, and white sox, but typically a light coating of insect repellent is enough to keep them off. On the river, where there is usually a light breeze, you should hardly notice them. If the weather is perfect for bugs sometimes a head net is nice to have.
Medical Facilities:
The closest medical facility is in Soldotna, approximately 13 miles from Sterling. Guests have the responsibility to disclose any special medical, physical, or dietary needs to the lodge ahead of time.
Power and Communications:
Sterling Riverbed B&B has full electricity in all the rooms 24 hours a day. Wireless internet service is also available.
Clothing:
Typical fishing clothing consists of synthetic long underwear, fleece jacket and pants, hooded sweatshirt, and a good fishing rain jacket. Fingerless gloves are nice for cold mornings, and bring along a warm hat for early and late season fishing. For anglers made particularly uncomfortable by biting insects, pack along a mosquito head net if visiting during the first half of the season.
Laundry:
Laundry service is not available. Please pack accordingly.
Beverages/Alcohol:
The B&B does not provide alcohol. Guests may bring in their own….
Tackle/Equipment List:
Rods: Kenai Trout,; 9.5-10 ft. 7-8wt, Salmon; 9-10 ft. 7-9 wt. Rods (note sockeyes will only be in the system after the first week of July).
Reels: Any well-made reel with at least 100 yards of backing. Disk drags work well.
Lines: Trout; Weight forward floating lines are the norm but if you are fishing in June, July, or September bring along sinking tip lines and or spey tackle with interchangeable sink tips.
Leaders/Tippet: Trout; 9-10 ft tapered leaders in 1X- 3X (2-3 each) and tippet to match. Salmon; 9-10 ft. tapered leaders in 1X-0X and tippet to match. Note: Fluorocarbon has become popular for the trout fishing.
Flies: Trout: Micro flesh patterns in tan, cream and white, large flesh patterns in tan and cream, Black and Olive articulated leaches (12) size 2-4, Morrish Sculpins in dark olive and brown size 2, Zonkers in olive and natural size 4 , Purple egg sucking leaches, Flesh flies and other personal favorites. Egg Patterns 6mm , 8mm and 10 mm beads in assorted pink and reds.
Waders & Boots: Chest high breathable and or neoprene waders with felt soled wading boots. No studs or cleats please, as they can damage the boats.
Miscellaneous: Fishing vest or chest pack, Polaroid fishing glasses, needle nose pliers or hemostats for releasing fish, split shot, indicators, hook hone, nippers, camera and lots of film, insect repellent and a head net if you are sensitive to bugs, sunscreen, a waterproof bag for your day gear, hat, bandana, split shot, and tape measure.
Note: the guide will have appropriate rods and flies on hand for your use.
