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174 • S P O R T I N G C L A S S I C S Fishing the World Larry Swan landed this big B-run steelhead on a fly aside his guide Rich Coe on the Clearwater River, just 10 minutes from the FBR lodge. Flying B Ranch Although most well-known among anglers for its October – February steelhead fishery on the Clearwater River, Flying B Ranch offers world-class fishing opportunities year-round. Their prime location in north-central Idaho and team of highly experienced guides allow them to do it all. Their summer drift boat fishing for smallmouth bass is great for families and friends. May and June you can fish from a jet-boat for chinook salmon or arrive in July or August to cast for native cutthroats on backcountry creeks. The ranch's versatility allows for a number of unique adventures, such as their Spring Slam where you can go for black bear, turkey, and chinook in one trip. Call (800) 472-1945 or visit online at www.flyingbranch.com. Alaska Sportsman's Lodge About four miles downstream from majestic Lake Iliamna on the Kvichak (kwee-jack) River in Southwest Alaska's Bristol Bay region, and in the heart of the designated Trophy Rainbow Trout area, Alaska Sportsman's Lodge is nestled on a riverbank overlooking this pristine fishery. The region is home to Alaska's largest wild salmon runs and has the most productive rivers for native rainbows. Anglers can take advantage of the lodge's strategic location and fish home water by boat or fly out on float-equipped aircraft to nearby streams. You will experience the vast wilderness by day and dine in the lap of luxury in the evening. The lodge has superb views of the river and is comfortably appointed with a great room, dining room, complementary bar, and a pro shop. The guest cabins are well-appointed, double-occupancy units with private bathrooms. The lodge also has a massage therapist, free Wi-Fi, sauna, and a covered outdoor fireplace. The guides, pilots, and kitchen staff are the best in the business. They are dedicated professionals who have a passion for ensuring you have a world- class experience. Call (888) 826-7376 or (907) 276-7605, or visit www.fishasl.com. The Lodge and Ranch at Chama is renowned for its superb accommodations and cuisine. The Lodge and Ranch at Chama A world-renowned destination for giant elk, bison, Merriam's turkey, and blue grouse, northern New Mexico's Lodge and Ranch at Chama is also one of America's premier fly-fishing destinations. Top Lodges, Guides & Outfitters From its numerous high-country lakes, to the pristine beauty of Sawmill Canyon and the Poso Valley, to the headwaters of the legendary Brazos River, there is not a more captivating place on earth to pursue your fly-fishing passions. And all the while you will revel in Chama's award-winning, 27,000-square- foot lodge, with its extraordinary accommodations, amenities, corporate facilities, and cuisine. Owned by the Jicarilla Apache Nation, The Lodge and Ranch at Chama Land & Cattle Company is a great place to share unforgettable moments with your friends, spouse, and clients. Call (575) 756-2133 or visit online at www.lodgeatchama.com. Alaska's Kulik River is famous for its huge, beautifully colored rainbow trout. Kulik Lodge Located in a spectacular wilderness setting, Kulik Lodge is Alaska's premier sportfishing lodge. Superb fishing is available adjacent to the lodge on the Kulik River and on fly-outs to secluded wilderness streams. The Kulik River is the epitome of a rainbow trout stream. Its gin-clear water, gravel bottom, and plentiful food supply provide ideal habitat for its large population of native rainbows. In the relaxed camaraderie of Kulik, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, new friendships are formed and old friendships reaffirmed. Call (800) 544-0551 or visit online at www.katmailand.com. Serena Kraft holds a giant 29-inch rainbow trout from Alaska's Kvichak River.