Recommended Gear
Items we recommend you bring: Waders- lightweight breathable waders Raingear- It will rain at some point during your stay rain gear will be useful Waterproof boots Camera- Digital camera with a waterproof bag Insect Repellent- Deet works better than anything else. Citronella doesn’t work at all, leave it at home. Fishing gear- Freshwater fishing gear is not provided but we do have a few spinning rods available for use. Fishing rod- Medium to medium heavy spinning or casting rod Reels- 200 series casting reels or 2000/2500 series spinning reels loaded with at least 12 pound or heavier line with 12 pound leader. Fly fishing- For Salmon and Steelhead you will need a 7-8 weight fly rod with matching weight forward fly line. A tapered leader to a 12 pound tippet. These fish are not leader shy. Fly fishing- For Cutthroat Trout and Dolly Varden you will need a 4-5 weight rod with matching weight forward line. A tapered leader to 5 or 6 pound tippet. You never know when you will hook a Steelhead or Salmon while fishing for trout. Lures and flies to bring with you Maps of the island can be purchased once you arrive. If you are hunting we recommend you bring the following: Binoculars Camouflage Clothing Waterproof boots- Some of our guests bring knee high or hip waders as well. Scent free Soap Weapon of choice: Rifle Bow Ammunition/Arrows For getting your animal out of the woods: Packs (some packs will be available) Knife Etc. Maps of the island can be purchased once you arrive. If you have any questions give us a call 1-866-434-8855 |
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