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Joe Hyde, our on-site manager, has 9 years of experience and like the Royal Coachman Lodge we had 100% return of the guide crew. Fishing was spectacular and like last year, there was a big population of healthy 20-23 inch rainbows in the river. The biggest fish of the year measured over 29 inches and every week produced fish in the 24 to 26 inch range. Late June and early July provided the best dry fly fishing we’ve seen in years. A strong sockeye run in July led to outstanding August and September fishing.

The rainbow trout are in great shape for the 2012 season.  We had a fantastic salmon run this year, but more importantly it was drawn out.  We had spawning fish from the beginning of August until mid September.  That is a long time for a trout to sit at the buffet table.  They were looking fairly obese when we left in late September.    We expect many of the 20-23 inch rainbows to be in the 22-25 inch range for next year. 

With such a long history, experienced crew and great fishing, we have many returning guests each year. 89% of our guests in 2011 have fished with us before or have been referred by one of our guests. Our small size, just 6 anglers per week, and intimate setting insure that our guests receive the best service and Alaskan experience possible in the Iliamna region.