The basic idea is to fit everything into one soft-sided duffel bag and one carry on. That way, if you choose to bring some salmon and halibut home, it will qualify as your second piece of baggage and will therefore be no additional charge. (Your fish is filleted, frozen and boxed for the trip). You will also need a small pack if a Bear Camp visit is in your itinerary.

Weather:

May and June averages low 50's to mid 60's, July averages mid 60's to mid 70's, August averages high 40's to low 60's and September averages low 40's to high 50's. It can be very rainy or fairly hot at any time. Bring raingear and sunscreen! Bugs are not a problem at the main lodge, but can be present at bear camp and wildlife camp, so consider a cheap head net to stuff in the bottom of your bag.

BE READY FOR ANYTHING!

Plan to dress in layers- long underwear, then jeans (although wool or a quick drying fabric is better) or equivalent, then a waterproof shell (raingear). Remember we provide raingear on the boats, but we recommend bringing your own for the balance of the time, and being comfortable is very important. A warm sweater and/or fleece jacket for those morning powerboat trips and a down or synthetic vest will keep you warm without taking up too much space. We also provide an inexpensive laundry service to keep the amount you have to pack to a minimum. NOTE: For those planning an overnight at one of our remote camps, plan on having warmer clothes for the overnights- perhaps an additional sweater or fleece layer for when the temperature drops.

FOOTGEAR: Just simple work boots or "duck" boots (the best) are great for being out in the boats. Anything with a good solid sole that repels water. Tennis shoes, sandals or deck shoes are great as a second pair for around camp. One or two pair of thick wool socks is a good idea.

If you have planned a stay at one of our remote camps it is good to have a day pack type backpack to just the clothes you need for the stay.

Bugs are not a problem at the main lodge, but can be an annoyance at bear camp and wildlife camp.

Happy Hour is complementary as is wine in your room when you arrive. Additional beverages are available at a nearby package store. Ice and coolers are available for your rooms if desired.

BRIEF SPIN FISHING EQUIPMENT LIST

The " basic set" of shore fishing gear, should you like to fish your own, is a 7-9 foot spinning or bait casting rod strung with 12 or 14 pound line, needlenose pliers, weights in various sizes and hip or chest waders. This rod will work for trout, silvers, sockeye and pink salmon. Kings require substantially stronger line (17-25 #).