WFS 563 – Fly Fishing Togiak with Zack and Jordan Larsen – Togiak River Lodge, Alaska Giveaway, Bristol Bay
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Dave Stewart
4.7 • 531 Ratings
🗓️ 5 February 2024
⏱️ 59 minutes
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Summary
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/563
Presented By: Togiak River Lodge
Delve into the heart of the Alaskan wilderness and experience the luxury and isolation with Zack and Jordan Larsen as they unveil the wonders of fly fishing Togiak.
Today we're going to discover what it takes to catch a Chinook salmon on a fly. We'll also get a backstage look into Zack and Jordan's Lodge and what to expect when you're heading for King Salmon or mousing for Rainbow.
Plus, we just launched a huge giveaway to win a spot for five days of fishing with Zack and Jordan at the Togiak River Lodge.
Show Notes with Zack and Jordan Larsen on Fly Fishing Togiak.
Pre-Season Preparations at Togiak
2:30 - Zack discusses the intricate preparations for the upcoming fishing season at the Lodge. This includes the logistical challenges of transporting supplies and managing administrative tasks, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes efforts that go into creating the perfect fishing experience.
Fly Fishing Togiak Lodge
04:20 - Zack and Jordan detail the guest's journey from arrival in Alaska to their first day at the Lodge. They describe the transport logistics, the breathtaking scenery during the boat ride, and the warm welcome by the staff, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience.
06:20 - We talk about the diverse fishing experiences available at Togiak. Zack and Jordan tell us about the strategies for targeting different fish species like Chinook salmon and rainbows.
9:40 - Zack offers valuable tips on gear selection and fly fishing techniques specific to the Togiak region.
11:23 - Zack and Jordan discuss the importance of matching the right guide with guests based on skill sets, fishing preferences, and personalities.
16:00 - In Togiak, targeting Chinook salmon with a fly rod is predominantly done with spey gear. Most anglers opt for spey rods around 13 to 13.5 feet in length, with a nine or 10 weight being common.
Conservation Efforts in Bristol Bay
31:42 - The conversation shifts to the importance of conservation in Bristol Bay, specifically discussing the proposed Pebble Mine project. We talk about the significance of preserving this pristine environment for future generations.
Fishing Opportunities at Togiak Lodge
37:00 -Zack and Jordan share that the fishing season at Togiak River Lodge typically begins around June 21st, continuing through late July for the first season. Following a brief break, the silver salmon season starts on August 10th, extending until the middle of September.
42:00 - Jordan and Zack acknowledge the mixed emotions of leaving family and the challenges of travel. Despite occasional moments of questioning the endeavor, the unique allure of Alaska, with its wild and wonderful experiences, continues to captivate them.
46:00 - Zack and Jordan recount a meeting with Jim Teeny, highlighting their previous use of his lines at the lodge.
48:00 - Zack highlights the Lodge's provision of all-inclusive amenities, including food and beverages, and reminds guests about the alcohol restrictions due to Togiak being a dry village.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/563
Transcript
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| 0:00.0 | Is a great Alaskan fly fishing trip still on your bucket list? Have you already been to Alaska but wanting that experience again? Are you interested in the luxury of a lodge in the middle of Alaska where there likely won't be another angler for miles? Today, Jordan and Zach Larson are here to shed light on the Alaskan experience through their amazing lodge at Togiac. |
| 0:22.6 | This is the Wet Fly Swing podcast where we show you the best places to travel to for fly fishing, |
| 0:27.6 | how to find the best resources and tools to prepare for the trip, and what you can do to give back to the fish species we love. |
| 0:34.6 | Hey, I'm Dave, host the Webfly Swing podcast. |
| 0:37.8 | I've been fly fishing since about as long as I can remember. |
| 0:41.1 | I grew up around a fly shop and now hosts one of the largest fly fishing podcast in the country. |
| 0:45.8 | I've also interviewed more great fly anglers than just about any show in this country. |
| 0:50.5 | Today, you're going to discover what it takes to catch a Chinook salmon on a fly. |
| 0:54.9 | You'll get a backstage look into Zach and Jordan's lodge and the four months they spend up in this part of Alaska. |
| 1:02.3 | What to expect when you're heading for king salmon or mousing for rainbow. |
| 1:06.7 | After today, you will know exactly what it'll take to put together this trip, |
| 1:10.1 | either for yourself via DIY or if you're going to take Zach and Jordan up on a trip. |
| 1:16.2 | We're going to dig into it all. |
| 1:17.1 | Plus, we just launched a huge giveaway to win a spot to this lodge and five days of fishing Bristol Bay, Alaska at Toggiak and one of the most unique experiences in the world. |
| 1:28.2 | This is a big one. |
| 1:29.2 | Let's get started with Jordan and Zach Larson from togeacklodge.com. |
| 1:35.5 | How are you guys doing? |
| 1:37.0 | We are doing fantastic. |
| 1:38.6 | Doing very good, Dave. |
| 1:39.8 | Yeah, great to have you guys back on here. |
| 1:41.6 | I'm really excited for this one because this is a big week right now. We're launching. We've launched the big giveaway. So you guys are giving away a trip up to your lodge, up to Alaska, up to an amazing place to. And the timing is going to be like early July. So we're talking there's going to be King Salmon, Rainbow. And so we're going to talk about that today and we guys |
| 2:01.8 | we had you on recently another episode we'll put a link in the show notes to that but i want to talk |
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