Sporting Classics Digital

Sporting Lifestyle 2017

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182 • S P O R T I N G C L A S S I C S Hunting & Fishing Destinations Flying B Ranch guide Arby Shown coaches his daughter Selway as she brings in a cutthroat trout on her first backcountry fishing adventure. Flying B Ranch The Flying B Ranch in north-central Idaho has been owned by the same family of sportsmen since it opened more than 30 years ago. The ownership, management, and team at the Flying B Ranch are all deeply rooted in the sporting lifestyle and are passing down their outdoor interests to younger generations. In support of the future of hunting, fishing, and conservation, youth big game hunts, bird hunts, and fishing adventures are always half-price for youths under 18. It is no secret that those who adventure with their family find adventure more often. Call (800) 472-1945 or visit us online at www.flyingbranch.com. 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. 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 us online at www.lodgeatchama.com. Serena Kraft holds a giant 29-inch rainbow trout from Alaska's Kvichak River. 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 Alaska's designated Trophy Rainbow Trout area, Alaska Sportsman's Lodge is nestled upon 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 main lodge has superb views of the gin-clear river and is comfortably appointed with a great room, dining Top Lodges, Guides & Outfitters for the Sporting Life! room, complimentary bar, wood-burning fireplace, 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 that puts you riverside for the spectacular sunsets. 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 entire Woodruff family returned home from The Sanctuary with trophy whitetails. From left: Buck, Lilli, Harrison, and Ann. Sanctuary Sanctuary has a commitment and determination to exceed customers' expectations. Since its inception in 1978, Sanctuary has prided itself on producing record-book whitetails. While many other ranches have come and gone since that time, Sanctuary has become the mecca for trophy whitetail hunters. Its extensive management program continues to produce a large number of trophy-class animals. Sanctuary's General Manager Ryan Bollman summed it up this way: "The success of Sanctuary created the whitetail hunting industry in the North. You can have a quality experience in a hunting preserve, and we are proof that it can be done. Our rebooking rate is incredible. There is a sense of community and family. Once you get in the door, you're hooked." Long-time hunters often comment about how comfortable they feel at Sanctuary. The Lodge and Ranch at Chama in New Mexico is one of the few places where you can fish for the beautiful Rio Grande cutthroat.

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