Alagnak River Alaska world class fly fishing combined with the comforts of a Deluxe Wilderness Outcamp or lodge make for a truly Spectacular fly fishing Trip.  5 Salmon species  totaling over a million  fish enter the river each summer to spawn, fly fishing for a healthy resident population of Rainbows, Char, Grayling and Lake trout round out this truly world-class fishery and are available all season.  The deluxe modern Outcamp is a wilderness marvel located in the heart of Katmai National Park,  40 miles  NE of the town of King Salmon only accessible by floatplane charter.       Hot fly fishing right at camp. 

    The Alagnak fishing River lodge accommodates 16 guest's comfortably with each 2-4 guests having their own private, carpeted, cabins . A Dining room &  Recreation area with stereo/tv-dvd-vcr with a satellite internet cafe. Fulltime hot showers and flush toilets highlight the facilities. 160 acres and 3800ft of private riverfront on the Wild & Scenic River lets you experience the true Alaska without the crowds. Our nearest neighboring lodge is over 30 river miles away, and with no float plane access for other fly fishing lodges. We don't compete for fly fishing water  which makes for a true Wilderness  fishing Experience.

     We offer 5 & 7 day fishing trips and wilderness raft trips on the Alagnak River. You will explore and fish over 100 miles of river tributaries and braids that offer some  of  the healthiest resident populations of Leopard Rainbow trout, Arctic Char and Grayling found anywhere in Alaska.  

  Our 18 ft. custom jet boats with Yamaha  jet motors give us unlimited access to the  three rivers and nearby Nonvianuk & Kukaklek Lake outlets, No fly outs needed.  The Alagnak river  consistently  gets one of the largest  returns of  Kings  Sockeyes, Chums and Pink  Salmon, beginning the end of June running through the end of August a fly fisherman's dream river.

   If you are interested in seeing Alaskan Alagnak wildlife in a true wilderness setting while experiencing some of the most remote fishing for 10 species of fish, then this is the place for you.  The camp is a true  Gem in the Bush, with amenities to include a full-time Alaskan Sauna, on-demand modern hot showers,  New  his & hers modern bathrooms with flush toilets, vanities & mirrors, plus electricity to each cabin from 7am-11pm.  The camp is by far the nicest remote all-inclusive fishing camp in SW Alaska hands down.   A.T.A Outcamps & Alagnak Lodge is committed to providing the best service possible with the ultimate goal being to have fun while catching lots of fish!

A.T.A Lodge Deposit Amount:
To initiate a reservation at ATA Lodge a 50% deposit of the package price per person is required. Final payments are due June 1st. Reservations are only confirmed when deposits are received.

Included in A.T.A Alagnak River Lodge Fishing Package:

• Transfer from King salmon airport to Branch River Air for charter .
• Private room accommodations (2 -4 persons to a cabin)
• Alaskan Gourmet meals
• Complimentary wine with diner
• Fully stocked fly tying area
• Alaska Sauna
• 8 hours fully guided fishing  on the water
• Nightly fly casting clinics or fly tying seminars
• six custom  jetboats with Yamaha motors 

Not included in A.T.A Alagnak River Lodge Fishing Package:
Airfare to King Salmon, Alaska; BRA-Air charter to camp $150, staff gratuities 10-15%; king salmon stamp $50; fishing license$35, items purchased at the lodge; overnight stays and/or meals in Anchorage (if necessary)

A.T.A/ Lodge Travel Logistics:
Accessing A.T.A Lodge is fairly straightforward. Fly from your home city to Anchorage, Alaska. Then fly from Anchorage to King Salmon, approximately one hour. In King Salmon you will be greeted by ATA  Lodge staff who will transport you and your luggage to Branch River Air charter  by private shuttle van. Transfer to a Float Plane and enjoy a scenic  30minute plane ride across Katmai  National Park to the lodge. The staff will whisk your bags to your room, while you shake hands with the hosts and then pick up your cabin assignments and sample the yummy appetizers. Because of flight schedules for various points in the lower forty-eight, it may be necessary to overnight in Anchorage either on the way in, way out, or both.

Season:
June 8th through September 15th

Capacity:
TheAlagnak River lodge can accommodate 16 guests

Accommodations at Alagnak River fishing Lodge & River Camp:
A.T.A Lodge is on the scenic Alagnak river in Katmai National Park in the heart of the world famous and exquisite Bristol Bay region of Southwest Alaska. This modern facility is an ideal site for small corporate meetings, business entertaining, or the highlight of any Alaskan vacation. The well-traveled angler will recognize the extras that make a stay at ATA Lodge a trip of a lifetime. Easy access, deluxe facilities and unsurpassed trophy fishing make us the classic Alaska  lodge and Outcamp experience. Sauna,  sumptuous dining, a comfortable lounge and recreation area are added features of ATA. A large deck surrounding the facility is just steps from the dock,  and boats. Large bay windows frame views of the Alagnak River valley and the beautiful mountains beyond. This is a rugged immense land of startling beauty - a great place to just step out of everyday pressures and relax. At the end of the day each 2 guest retire to there own private room.  You will sleep on a real bed (not a foam pad ); your window looks out over the River and the bathroom is just a few steps away. For couples, ATA will be  featuring a new special couples suit.  .

Weather at Alagnak:
Alaska weather can be unpredictable. It is wise to dress in layers, preparing from temperatures ranging from 40 degrees to as high as 80 degrees. It also may mist or downpour, so a quality rain suit is imperative on your trip to Alaska to keep you warm and protected from the elements.

Dining Out with Alaska Trophy               
We take this phrase to a whole new level.  Casual attire is appropriate as the standard dress code is polar fleece or jeans with your favorite head-wear. The resident Chef, is a culinary magician her resume reads like a who's who in world wide fine dining in the bush.  Our  Appetizers before dinner compliment the menu that includes fresh steaks, grilled halibut, baked Salmon, Grilled lemon pepper chicken, Italian or Mexican  night and my favorite Barbequed baby back ribs with alfredo & vegetable. 

    Most meals are served family style with all you can eat being a standard table fare. Our breakfast include  wild blueberry pancakes, 3 egg ham-Cheese Omelets, French toast, hot biscuits and gravy or fried eggs- bagels and bacon or sausage.  We always have Cold cereal fresh fruit/bagels and lots of hot coffee & cold juices  if you prefer a light  breakfast.  It is amazing what mouth-watering surprises come forth from this humble kitchen in the bush. Acclaimed restaurants in cities around the world would be envious of our fresh grilled salmon and halibut diners.  And don't forget our home made bush desserts that include cherry or blueberry cheesecake, and new for 2004 death by chocolate and my favorite hot fudge sundae.      Shore lunches are highly recommended by your guide during the week. Or if you prefer  the old standby packed lunch.  In Short no one goes hungry and most guest's put on weight during the week

The A.T.A Alagnak Lodge Fishing Program:
The goal at Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge is to take advantage of the many fishing opportunities for the various species while they are in their prime seasonal runs. To accomplish this, each day you will be jet boated  out to one of our 3 rivers accessible from the lodge, depending on the species that you are interested in. Each evening,  Lodge staff will confer with you to see what kind of experience you are up for. The guides will then get the necessary gear put together in the tackle room. The next morning, after breakfast, you'll board one of our jetboats and head out with your guide (or to a spike camp with a guide waiting) to one of the 3 world class, and in some cases world famous, rivers and streams of this region.
Depending on the location we will travel by jet boats to take you up and down the river to fish from or get you to different gravel bars for wading. Because of a short growing season, all native species must be released, no exceptions. With the advent of reproduction mounting techniques, there is no reason to keep trophy fish. If you are interested in taking back some salmon, your guide will fillet or steak them, and pack them in suitable portions and freeze them. Upon your departure your catch will be put into an airline-approved waxed fish box for the trip home.  We understands you come up here to fish, so on those nasty weather days we still fish (because of our location we are usually within a 10 minute boat ride to awesome trout and salmon fisheries close to the lodge so we can come back for lunch if you prefer. Whether you have been to Alaska twenty times or this is your first time, The Alagnak River will be an unforgettable experience of great fishing, unsurpassed comfort and most importantly - FUN!

Non-Fishing Activities at Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge:
For the non-fishing companion, probably the highlight of any Alaskan trip is to view the bears. Your guide can drive you to Kukaklek Falls in the Katmai National Park for the day it's a spectacular sight. Optional glacier flight seeing tours can be arranged  or a flight to Brookes falls viewing platforms that connect the falls to the lake along the famous Brooks River. The best time for viewing at the falls is July through early August during the Sockeye Salmon run. There are many bears along the river clear into September, which happens to be the time for excellent Rainbow Trout fishing as well., A.T.A offers daily combination rafting & photography trips if you want a relaxing day floating down the river viewing Bears,  Moose, Eagles and nesting Osprey along the river also we have a horseshoe pit and a sauna.

AK TROPHY GUIDES 2005    At first glance, their faces  would blend into the crowd on a street corner in New York or Montana. Some look like the generation-Xers fly fishing on steroids,  Scruffy partially shaven faces, eyes obscured by hip-looking dark sunglasses, sun bleached clothing and shoes worn to tatters. The whole ensemble complete with the baggy pants,    second glance would reveal the well tanned  faces of fly fishermen spending entire too much time on the river. The faded clothing sport labels from Sage, Orvis,  Gander Mtn, Patagonia, Simms and other makers of   the finest technical outerwear money can  buy. The glasses are equipped with  the best optically ground polarized lenses available. The baggy pants are state of the art Gore-tex  breathable waders. The well worn look comes from incredibly hard working professionals who stop at nothing  short of "making it happen" for our angling clientele. The equipment, although   an integral part of the ensemble, second only to the can  do attitude, enthusiasm and expertise of this exceptional group of individuals.  Alaska Trophy Adventures is very proud of it's  staff. The full time crew is comprised of year round Professional fishing guides all motivated, dedicated and highly skilled in teaching all types of fishing.  Each of our guides will give you a truly %110 effort each and every day, there  Commitment to a good job well done is seldom equaled in any other lodge in Alaska .  These Professional Guides are the true backbone in AK Trophy Adventures.

1st row Charlie Summerville  -19yrs AK exp                         2nd row-Tyson O'Connell, 4 yrs AK exp                                 3rd row Moe Neal , 7 yrs  Ak exp                                                4th row  John Manns  11 years combined AK                       5th row  Kevin Bonasera 3yrs guiding exp                 

62 years combined Alaska Guide experience all in lodge. 40,000 hours boat experience-no injuries.                             8,000 hrs bush flying experience no injuries.                       5 college degrees                                                                          91 years combined total fishing guide experience between Alaska, Montana, Washington, Idaho, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan, Florida Keys,  Chile,  Argentina, New Zealand,  

Packing & Equipment for ATA Alagnak Lodge:
Upon receipt of deposit, you will be sent complete packing list covering such items as clothing; tackle; flies and lures. .

Trip Cancellation and Travel Insurance Recommendation:
A fishing expedition will certainly offer you an exciting and rewarding experience. Unfortunately, however, one undertaking such an angling adventure must face the possibility that you or your fishing companion might be forced to cancel your trip at the last moment due to illness, injury or other emergency or sustain an unfortunate injury and require medical services or worse, medical evacuation during your trip. Trip cancellation and travel insurance can help protect you and your travel companions from these unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances. We will send you the application forms from Travelex, a major, reliable insurer of traveling anglers. Typically, the cost of an extensive program is less than $65 per $1,000 of coverage. It is wise to always consult with your personal health insurance provider before undertaking any type of travel to determine what is covered in the event of injury or illness during your travels.

Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge Weekly Itinerary:

Sunday-Sunday 7day trips------------Sunday-Friday 5 day trips

Saturday: Flight to Anchorage with connecting flight to King Salmon and stay over night at Quinnat hotel . Reception by lodge personal and transfer to ATA Sunday morning at 10am to lodge.

Sunday-Friday: 4 full days of fishing (two anglers per guide) with daily jet boat trips to your targeted species and style of fishing.

Friday: Transfer to King Salmon airport at 10am by Branch river air charter for 2pm flight to Anchorage and then connection to your home city.

Alaska Trophy Testimonials_____________________________________________

Charlie---The food, lodging, boats, guides and scenery were all outstanding. Or did it just seem that way because I experienced the hottest rainbow action of my life on the Alagnak? The sockeyes, big grayling, and a couple of lakers added variety, too. I'll  recommend your operation to anyone who loves fish but dislikes crowds.

                       Ed  Jaworowski -Chester Springs PA

Ed Jaworowski is a leading fly casting instructor, who Lefty Kreh calls "The best fly casting instructor I have ever seen."

In addition, Jaworowski is a professional photographer and a renowned author and speaker.

His books include the classics "Troubleshooting the Cast," "The Cast," "The Complete Book of Fly Fishing," and the newly released "Pop Fleyes," with Bob Popovics.

His magazine articles and photographs appear in Fly Fisherman, Fly Fishing in Salt Waters, American Angler, Fly Tyer, Salt Water Sportsman, and even in Fly Fisherman Japan.

Jaworowski has been a casting instructor for Sage Rods for 20 years, and has conducted hundreds of casting demonstrations, schools, seminars, and slide shows on all facets of fly fishing.

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Charlie- Just wanted to thank you and your great staff for another wonderful trip in Sept,2003 especially our guide Tyson who went out of his way to show us a great trip. The food, camp and staff were wonderful and love all the new improvements to the camp.  We look forward to seeing you again in 2005 for our third trip.

   Sincerely Kim Blake - Allentown PA              

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Have a great holiday season and again thanks for the wonderful trip in July on the Alagnak river, The fly fishing and Bear viewing was better than we expected and the camp and staff were exceptional.  As you can see our bear pictures we took this summer have a starring role in our Christmas Cards, Happy Holidays.

   Anne Sigmon & Jack Martin- Sanfrancisco CA

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Wishing you all a wonderful season and happy holidays Tell the guys hello and hope you have a happy holidays-" Had A wonderful time this summer at your camp and if you ever need a Chef at the camp let me know as I would love to come back and work with such a first class operation as yours,

            Kathleen Murphy- Pittsburg PA                 

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I've fished with charlie many times over the years, and the little sucker keeps getting better! He's got a nose for finding the best fishing Alaska has to offer and this is his crowning achievement. When your ready for the ultimate big boys vacation make it Alaska Trophy Adventures.                             

                  Bill Battles

            Publisher Fly Fish America Magazine

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Charlie, Thanks for the wonderful trip you and your staff gave our family during July, We had great food, guides and world class fishing, all in a pristine setting. Thanks again and can't wait to fish with you again on our 4th trip next year.

     Bill Denton---Charlotte NC                    

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Charlie, Thanks again for the wonderful raft trip, we got some marvelous pictures and saw sites that we have never duplicated again in over 20 trips to Alaska, What a magical place you call home.  Here is one of the nice trout that I caught on the trip     

      Cathy Beck               

 Professional Photographer, Author and Flyfishing Instructor 

 Cathy Beck lives in the Fishing Creek Valley of Northeastern Pennsylvania. An accomplished author of numerous flyfishing books also members of the Simms and Action Optics Advisory Boards and work for 3M Scientific Anglers. Cathy conduct fly fishing schools, clinics and presentations and also host fly fishing trips for Frontiers, an international travel agency, and travel to fresh and saltwater destinations.

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                                 Ralph Kyloe

      Author & Professional Fly fishermen Lake George NY

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                      Tom Hawthorn         

         Ozark Angler Fly shop Little Rock Arkansas

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              Harry Howard

    Yellowstone Traditions Custom Builders- Bozeman  Montana