Less but better

My fishing gear reflex my devotion to the nature and the game.
I will always prefer Craftsmanship and not technology. Manmade and not mass produced stuff. I prefer Fishing gear with character and attitude and not last year model.
I appreciate a fly reel that show my appreciation of the tradition and beauty – I appreciate a fly reel I can grow with and I can use for the rest of my life
I’m not looking for the lightest and sexiest reel, or the cheapest or most expensive reel – I’m looking for the best made and not a mass produced product.
Not long ago much, of what we owned, was alive with the skill and idealism of who made our tackle.
If we retain our belongings well they will over time grow in value and rich our life when we are using them.
In a very short period of time, everything we own begins to fall apart the moment it comes out of the box – “buy it use it, and buried it in the ground”.
It looks like we are about to forget that we are anglers and environmentalist

Buy less – Choose well – Make it last!

Patagonia Sea Trout

Below the majestic glacier-capped Andes, the world’s top sea trout rivers flow eastward through an endless, windswept prairie on their coiled ways to the Atlantic Ocean. In recent history, this magical, remote region of Argentine Patagonia has been THE place for traveling anglers looking to swing flies for exquisite fish. Here the abundant species is sea trout, the anadromous expression of Salmo trutta, the brown trout. We at Salmon Junkies are extremely happy that we have secured full exclusivity on what many consider the gem of these internationally renowned rivers: the incomparable Rio Gallegos. Together with the prominent landowner of the Carlota Estancia, operating January through March, we will share this stunning fishery with a limited number of rods.

Santa Cruz

Pursuing steelhead on their freshwater spawning run in the Pacific Northwest is a well-documented obsession for many fly anglers. Today, in this intriguing venue, anglers have the unique opportunity to fish for Atlantic steelhead in the austral autumn under the warm Argentine sun.

To fish steelhead on Rio Santa Cruz calls for patience, a boat, and a knowledgeable fishing guide. It’s widely accepted that steelhead are “fish of a thousand casts.” Santa Cruz steelhead are no exception. But a growing and under-the-radar population of sea trout in the Santa Cruz will interrupt your steelhead concentration on daily basis.

During our test fishing in 2023, we caught several trophy fish — steelhead and sea trout — up to 19 pounds.

Ekaluk on my mind

Follow Salmon Junkies in Alaska in the search for their next fix, Artic Char on the Swing!

Sometimes the stars align

Below the majestic glacier-capped Andes, the world’s top sea trout rivers flow eastward through an endless, windswept prairie on their coiled ways to the Atlantic Ocean. In recent history, this magical, remote region of Argentine Patagonia, has been THE place for traveling anglers looking to swing flies for exquisite fish. Here the abundant species is sea trout, the anadromous expression of Salmo trutta, the brown trout. We at Salmon Junkies are extremely happy and proud to announce we have just secured full exclusivity on what many consider the gem of these internationally renowned rivers: the incomparable Rio Gallegos. Together with the prominent landowner of the Carlota Estancia — running January through mid-March — we will share this stunning fishery with a very limited number of rods.

Estancia Carlota
The Estancia Carlota encompasses 100,000 acres (42,000 hectares) in the lower third of the famous Rio Gallegos watershed. Only one hour’s drive from Rio Gallegos Airport, Estancia Carlota is located between Estancia El Rincon and Estancia Bella Vista upstream and Estancia Las Buitreras downstream.
At Carlota we will have access to highly desirable water on Rio Gallegos. Our private double-bank section of the Gallegos is a short drive from the lodge, and this +23 km reach features a selection of classic holding pools for migrating sea trout. Resident brown trout are here, as well, but typically we are concentrating our efforts on the sea trout populating the river on their migration upstream. These fish are big! And, when hooked, angry at having their journey interrupted. Be prepared for rod bending action when encountering one of these hard fighting chromers!
We will run the program for maximum 4 rods weekly, which allows the pools on our part of the river to rest, minimizing stress on the fish, as well the angler. For the angler seeking big resident browns, we will also have access to Rio Chico. A tributary to the Gallegos, Rio Chico offers the opportunity to present dries to big, fat Argentinian brown trout.
With this new program, we believe we will be able to offer one of the finest fisheries in Argentine Patagonia at a very fair price.

Guest Accommodations
Guest accommodations and our HQ will be at the stylish and beautiful Estancia Carlota, where we have secured full access to the owners’ private house on the Estancia. Recently renovated, the main house includes all the facilities needed for a comfortable and memorable week fishing.
A short walk through the lodge… Upon entering the main house, in typical Argentine Patagonia style, a wide hallway leads into the main house. From the hall, guests will access a spacious dining room, and adjacent to the dining area, a cozy socializing room with an open fireplace. From the socializing room guests will also have direct access to an inviting covered patio. Here, we guess, most of the true AND untrue stories from the river will be shared and savored together with a glass of fine Malbec during the evenings.
In addition to the social rooms, the main house includes four large, comfortable and private guest bedrooms — each features an en suite bath with shower and flushing toilet. All guest accommodations at Carlota are based on single occupancy. Our big kitchen will be one of the anchor points in the program. And it will be from this kitchen delicious Argentine meals will be prepared for guests. You will of course have access to Wi-Fi in the Estancia.
Without a doubt, we believe Estancia Carlota is unique — a comfortable wilderness palace surrounded by the breathtaking and endless south Argentine prairie, and situated perfectly to reveal the enchanting soul of Patagonia.

Carlota / Rio Gallegos Travel Itinerary
From the Northern Hemisphere, a basic itinerary for the trip would be as follows:
Thursday — Depart home
Friday — Arrive Buenos Aires int’l airport / transfer to hotel / overnight
Saturday  — Transfer to domestic airport / depart Buenos Aires / arrive Rio Gallegos / transfer to Estancia Carlota (it may be possible for a few fishing hours after arrival)
Sunday–Friday — Guided fishing and accommodations at Estancia Carlota
Saturday — Depart Estancia Carlota  / arrive Buenos Aires / transfer to int’l airport / depart Buenos Aires
Sunday — Return to home destination

The Fishing Program
Sea trout Fishing in Argentina… Two rivers have evolved to become the standard-bearers for modern sea trout fishing, and arguably provide the most reliable fishing to be had for the traveling spey fisher. While sea trout, or sea-run browns, can still be found in the Northern Hemisphere — tributaries to the Baltic Sea come to mind — nowhere on the planet today can match the number and size of the specimens returning to these two rivers each austral summer. In Rio Gallegos you have a very real chance to connect with sea trout between 8 and 25 pounds on a daily — not weekly — basis. The major sea trout rivers of southern Argentina should be at the very top of your go-to list! Fishing at Carlota is for fresh-run sea trout to 20-plus pounds. Sea trout make their way into the Gallegos system around the end of December and continue with strong runs through the end of April. Guests have complete access to fishing on both the Rio Gallegos and the Rio Chico during their stay. The Estancia Carlota’s private double-bank reach of the Rio Gallegos is a short drive by 4x4 vehicle from the estancia.

The Carlota Team
The Carlota program will be managed by Steffen Juhl. For over 25 years Steffen managed camps and fishing programs on now famous rivers such as the Umba, Kharlovka, Rynda, Yokanga, Varzuga and Ponoi. Outside of Russia, in a career spanning nearly three decades, Steffen has logged thousands of miles pursuing Atlantic salmon, steelhead, Chinook, sea trout and other desirable anadromous fish. Steffen believes firmly in interacting closely with a few carefully selected programs, and in building long-term friendships with guests. Following this philosophy, Steffen will be on site to manage and host the Carlota program during the entire season.

Fishing Guide and Chef
Our experienced, hard working team at Estancia Carlota will make sure you feel at home in the Patagonia wilderness. Each member of our small crew knows their job extremely well and all are an important cog in a well-oiled and very cosy package.

We at Salmon Junkies feel sure this incredible sea trout fishery will meet the highest expectations any angler could have. We guarantee that a week sea trout fishing in Argentina will enchant your soul and forever remain in your heart. Our aim is to provide a remarkable and unforgettable fishing experience — perhaps the fishing trip of a lifetime.

I hope you have found this information useful. If not or if you should have more detailed questions, please check our web page https://www.salmonjunkies.com/estancia-carlota/, or contact me directly.

Best wishes,

Steffen Juhl

LESS BUT BETTER!

My fishing gear reflex my devotion to the nature and the game.
I will always prefer Craftsmanship and not technology. Manmade and not mass produced stuff. I prefer Fishing gear with character and attitude and not last year model.
I appreciate a fly reel that show my appreciation of the tradition and beauty - I appreciate a fly reel I can grow with and I can use for the rest of my life
I’m not looking for the lightest and sexiest reel, or the cheapest or most expensive reel - I’m looking for the best made and not a mass produced product.
Not long ago much, of what we owned, was alive with the skill and idealism of who made our tackle.
If we retain our belongings well they will over time grow in value and rich our life when we are using them.
In a very short period of time, everything we own begins to fall apart the moment it comes out of the box - “buy it use it, and buried it in the ground”.
It looks like we are about to forget that we are anglers and environmentalist

Buy less - Choose well - Make it last!

Chasing Sea Trout under the wide blue Patagonia sky.

Watch Columbus Leth’s latest masterpeice from Patagonia Argentina visit our gallery

Under the wide blue Patagonia sky the matchless Rio Gallegos, meandering unhindered for more than 360 km before meeting the wind-whipped Atlantic Ocean just north of the Magellan Straight.

Each year, from January through March, fly fishers from the world over convene here to pursue the river’s prized sea-run trout. While their sheer size — each year fish of 25 pounds or more are caught — can leave anglers and spectators alike overwhelmed, it’s the Gallegos sea trout’s raging temper that fuels our addiction. Nowhere else in the world will you find stronger sea trout than in this unique place.

New Film - "Out There"

NEW FILM - “OUT HERE”

Estancia Carlota - Top-drawer Sea Trout in Argentine Patagonia on the magnificent Rio Gallegos

Our first season at Estancia Carlota wrapped up in early March. BELIEVE US WHEN WE SAY THAT THE RIO GALLEGOS DID NOT DISAPPOINT!

During a two-month period, we managed to slice and map out 28 holding pools and juicy runs along our +25 km in the lower third of the famous Rio Gallegos river — more water than most anglers will be able to cover during a week fishing. And when we finished the season, we still had sections of the river that remained unexplored in 2020.

MORE IS NOT ALWAYS BETTER

To maximize chances for a unique and extraordinary experience, it is our goal to run Carlota in a relaxed yet exclusive manner, with a minimum of fishing pressure, and at a very fair price. As we move forward with this exciting program, with only two rods weekly, privacy and coziness will be our trademarks.

There is much more to say about Carlota, but sometimes words just get in the way — especially when trying to describe the indescribable. In such cases it’s often best to let pictures deliver the message, and even better if the pictures are moving and accompanied by a compelling soundtrack. So, without further introduction or preamble, here is “OUT THERE” an exquisitely rendered new video short from Salmon Junkies filmmaker and photographer extraordinaire Columbus Leth chronicling his visit to — and by extension, the 2020 season — at Estancia Carlota in Argentine Patagonia.

Join photographer Columbus Leth’s latest masterpiece “Out Here” by clicking on the link here http://www.salmonjunkies.com/estancia-carlota/ We hope you will enjoy the film.

CARLOTA 2021 AND COVID-19

We are living in a changed world and are all finding innovative ways in which to manage our day-to-day lives. We hope that the Covid-19 pandemic will come to an end before the 2021 season — and we hope you’ll want to join us. HOWEVER, we do recognize that uncertain times lie ahead; various factors could affect our ability to operate next year. With that in mind, to minimize your financial risk, should your trip be affected by official domestic or international travel closures due to Covid-19, Salmon Junkies will offer full refund of your deposit/balance payments.

Introduction of Carlota

Below the majestic glacier-capped Andes, the world’s top sea trout rivers flow eastward through an endless, windswept prairie on their coiled ways to the Atlantic Ocean. In recent history, this magical, remote region of Argentine Patagonia, has been THE place for traveling anglers looking to swing flies for exquisite fish. Here the abundant species is sea trout, the anadromous expression of Salmo trutta, the brown trout. Together with the prominent landowner of the Estancia Carlota, running January through mid-March — we will share this stunning fishery with a very limited number of rods at a very fair price.

Estancia Carlota

The Estancia Carlota encompasses 100,000 acres (42,000 hectares) in the lower third of the famous Rio Gallegos watershed. Only one hour’s drive from Rio Gallegos Airport, Estancia Carlota is located between Estancia El Rincon and Estancia Bella Vista upstream and Estancia Las Buitreras downstream.

At Carlota we will have access to highly desirable water on Rio Gallegos. Our private section of the Gallegos is a short drive from the lodge, and this +20 km reach features a selection of classic holding pools for migrating sea trout. Resident brown trout are here, as well, but typically we are concentrating our efforts on the sea trout populating the river on their migration upstream. These fish are big! And, when hooked, angry at having their journey interrupted. Be prepared for rod bending action when encountering one of these hard fighting chromers!

For season 2021 we will run the program for only three rods weekly, which allows the pools on our part of the river to rest, minimizing stress on the fish, as well the angler.

With our Carlota program, we believe we will be able to offer one of the finest fisheries in Argentine Patagonia at a very fair price.

Guest Accommodations

Guest accommodations and our HQ will be at the stylish and beautiful Estancia Carlota, where we have secured full access to the owners’ private house on the Estancia. Recently renovated, the main house includes all the facilities needed for a comfortable and memorable week fishing.

A short walk through the lodge… Upon entering the main house, in typical Argentine Patagonia style, a wide hallway leads into the main house. From the hall, guests will access a spacious dining room, and adjacent to the dining area, a cozy socializing room with an open fireplace. From the socializing room guests will also have direct access to an inviting covered patio. Here, we guess, most of the true AND untrue stories from the river will be shared and savored together with a glass of fine Malbec during the evenings.

In addition to the social rooms, the main house includes four large, comfortable and private guest bedrooms — each features an en suite bath with shower and flushing toilet. All guest accommodations at Carlota are based on single occupancy.

Our big kitchen will be one of the anchor points in the program. And it will be from this kitchen delicious Argentine meals will be prepared for guests. Weekly we will use our shelled Asado fireplace for a traditional “Meety” Argentine lunch

You will of course have access to Wi-Fi in the Estancia.

Without a doubt, we believe Estancia Carlota is unique — a comfortable wilderness palace surrounded by the breathtaking and endless south Argentine prairie, and situated perfectly to reveal the enchanting soul of Patagonia.

Carlota / Rio Gallegos Travel Itinerary

From the Northern Hemisphere, a basic itinerary for the trip would be as follows:

Thursday — Depart home

Friday — Arrive Buenos Aires int’l airport / transfer to hotel / overnight

Saturday — Transfer to domestic airport / depart Buenos Aires / arrive Rio Gallegos / transfer to Estancia Carlota (it may be possible for a few fishing hours after arrival)

Sunday–Friday — Guided fishing and accommodations at Estancia Carlota

Saturday — Depart Estancia Carlota  / arrive Buenos Aires / transfer to int’l airport / depart Buenos Aires

Sunday — Return to home destination

The Fishing Program

Sea trout Fishing in Argentina… Two rivers have evolved to become the standard-bearers for modern sea trout fishing, and arguably provide the most reliable fishing to be had for the traveling spey fisher. While sea trout, or sea-run browns, can still be found in the Northern Hemisphere — tributaries to the Baltic Sea come to mind — nowhere on the planet today can match the number and size of the specimens returning to these two rivers each austral summer. In Rio Gallegos you have a very real chance to connect with sea trout between 8 and 25 pounds on a daily — not weekly — basis. Fishing at Carlota is for fresh-run sea trout to 20-plus pounds. Sea trout make their way into the Gallegos system around the end of December and continue with strong runs through the end of April. Guests have complete access to fishing on both the Rio Gallegos and the Rio Chico during their stay. The Estancia Carlota’s private double-bank reach of the Rio Gallegos is a short drive by 4x4 vehicle from the estancia.

The Carlota Team

The Carlota program will be managed by Steffen Juhl. For over 25 years Steffen managed camps and fishing programs on now famous rivers such as the Umba, Kharlovka, Rynda, Yokanga, Varzuga and Ponoi. Outside of Russia, in a career spanning nearly three decades, Steffen has logged thousands of miles pursuing Atlantic salmon, steelhead, Chinook, Sea Trout and other desirable anadromous fish. Steffen believes firmly in interacting closely with a few carefully selected programs, and in building long-term friendships with guests. Following this philosophy, Steffen will be on site to manage and host the Carlota program during the entire season.

Fishing Guide and Chef

Fishing guide will be “ senior Rio Gallegos himself” Mr “Loro” Hector Acuna. Loro have been guiding on Rio Gallegos for more than twenty years, and his knowledge and skills are not questionable - We are very happy to have Loro on board our small crew.

The experienced and hard working team at Estancia Carlota will ensure you feel at home in the Patagonia wilderness. we look forward to featuring the services of a highly skilled and experienced chef. Expect more information in due time regarding our staff.

The Carlota Package

Salmon Junkies Carlota program offers a perfect opportunity for two fishing buddies to have the angling experience of a lifetime. For 2021 the price will be 4600 USD. for 7-night / 6-day single occupancy package at Estancia Carlota plus meet and greet at Rio Gallegos airport and transfer to the estancia. Included are all meals, including beer and wine at the lodge, and daily guided fishing.

Not included in the price are international and domestic airfare, hotel and meals en route and in Buenos Aires, and gratuities for guides and camp staff. In short, the financial hurdle is significantly lower than most other equivalent packages available.

We at Salmon Junkies feel sure this incredible sea trout fishery will meet the highest expectations any angler could have. We guarantee that a week sea trout fishing in Argentina will enchant your soul and forever remain in your heart. Our aim is to provide a remarkable and unforgettable fishing experience — perhaps the fishing trip of a lifetime.

I hope you have found this information useful. If not or if you should have more detailed questions, please check our web page www.salmonjunkies.com, or contact me directly.

Best wishes,

Steffen Juhl

Dear Salmon Junkies

We are now opening bookings for our spring Steelhead and Chinook program 2016, where we will be chasing the largest and meanest Steelhead and Chinook in the world.

We are very excited to announce that for 2016 we have secured full exclusivity for the European market. That means you will now be able to fish Skeena mainstem and select tributaries in a full 6 day package in the company of some of the best and most hardcore Canadian Steelhead and Chinook guides available.

Skeena: super-sized steelhead and world record ChinookSkeena. It is a powerful and evocative word. To the indigenous peoples of British Columbia’s north coast region it is the “River of Mists.” To fly fishers around the globe it is a dream destination offering nearly boundless opportunities to pursue what are among the largest sea-run fish on the planet. In Skeena country early spring typically offers the year’s most dependable conditions for tempting Steelhead with a fly.

During late March and early April, as winter gives way to spring, precipitation falls as snow on the ridges and the rivers remain at winter height; flowing low and green in the valley bottoms and warming slowly with each lengthening day. The conditions are perfect for swinging big swimming flies on sinking tip lines and triggering the natural aggression of the Skeena’s legendary super-sized Steelhead.

Fly fishing for Chinooks is a full on activity and not for the fainthearted, but for fly fishers after the juiciest kicks in fresh water there is not much else to top it. It should be on the CV of every Salmon Junkie. We will target the Kitimat, Copper, Kalum and Skeena rivers, depending on conditions. Skeena region Chinook average 20 to 40 pounds and range up to 80 pounds — and perhaps beyond. The Skeena’s biggest have been known to reach 100 pounds!

What to expect?

Many people believe that the Skeena watershed is easily accessible with easy-going fishing, but that is not the case if you want to get to the fish. Many of the best rivers and spots are more or less impossible to access without a guide, and the only way to get there is by power full jet boat and local knowledge. Some of the most attractive rivers are licensed with limited access for only a small number of people. Salmon Junkies has access to all classified water plus well-selected numbers of coastal rivers. Skeena has become quite a popular destination, even more so after we launched our short movie, but to fish it requires extremely talented guides who can manoeuvre and pick the right spots for any given time or situation. We dare to say that we have the best team of Steelhead guides and they are willing to share their deepest secrets by leading you to the fish.

There is a fine line between success and failure when fishing the Skeena and we have got it right. That is exactly why we believe that Salmon Junkies has tailored the best Spring Steelhead and Chinook program on the Planet.

Award-winning Nicholas Dean Outdoors
For guiding and outfitting services to our Steelhead program we have partnered with award-winning Nicholas Dean Outdoors. They are based in Terrace and were named Fly Fusion Magazine’s Canadian Lodge of the Year for 2012! Accommodation is at the Pioneer Fishing Lodge located just minutes west of Terrace. It is a comfortable log cabin lodge offering an authentic, uniquely Canadian experience including all the luxurious touches you would expect from a premier world-class lodge.What to expect? Steelhead.

Why not watch our small movie and judge for yourself?

Please note that many of our guests from the last 2 years have rebooked so we do not have many spots left. If you have any please ask us at sj@salmonjunkies.com

Follow us on a Steelhead or Salmon adventure to mighty Skeena, we promise you the adventure of a life time!

Read the full program here

But don’t take our word for it. Here are a couple messages from some satisfied Skeena adventurers

"After chasing big silver Atlantic salmon in Russia, Iceland, Norway and Sweden for my whole adult life, I got info about Salmon Junkies cooperation with Nicolas Dean Outdoors and their operation in the Skeena area in B.C. Canada. They had started to fish for Chinook or King Salmon with traditional swinging fly - Interesting.I had always considered Kings to be big, red and nothing for me, but this was new...catching Chinook fresh from the sea - pure chrome! I decided to try it in June/July 2014.

During my stay I fished the Copper River and Kitimat for 9 days with 12 hook ups; two broke me off, I lost 5 but landed 5. Average weight approx 25 pound on the landed salmon and bigger ones got away. So next year’s trip is already booked and flies are in production"

Tight Lines - Lars Terkildsen

The Chinook Salmon rules in June! That is for sure.

"Forget everything about old coloured King Salmon at this time of the season. This time of the season the King Salmon are super fresh, and often with sea-lice hanging beneath. Try to imagine a 20-30-40 pound Chromer or even more. How strong do you thing they are? I can tell you. STRONGER than STRONG. Hold on to your rod and reel, because this is a serious and brutal game.I went there this year and manage to capture the essence in the Chinook fishing on video – a Video that is supposed to be ready later this year. I teamed up with Salmon Junkies and famous fly-fisherman and writer Jeff Bright who is one of the pioneers when it comes to Skeena fly-fishing for Chinook. We fished together for a week and caught a good numbers of Kings, with the biggest around +30, and lost quite a lot of bigger Salmon after long fights and crazy battles... I will be back next year for more – that is certain!"

Best wishes - Columbus Leth

Skeena River Summer Camp – Bang for the Buck

A unique opportunity: fish the Skeena from sunup to sundown for the biggest Salmon and Steelhead on the planet. Simply put, British Columbia’s Skeena River is a superfish superhighway — a thoroughfare for the largest Salmon & Steelhead in the world. In summer and fall the lower main channel Skeena hosts vast numbers of migrating Chinook, Steelhead Coho, Sockeye, Chums and Pinks headed for numerous upriver tributaries. To take full advantage of this prolific fishery and offer a high-quality, high-value fishing adventure – for both novice and seasoned anglers alike

Why the Skeena Summer Camp?
Because you can hook into and sometimes land big, bright fish like this.  Jeff Bright bested this 18 lb buck after a long, dogged fight that took him well into the backing.  Strong rods, heavy gauge hooks and tippets down to 20 or even 25 lbs are common tools required to land these fish.Coho salmon – an incredible game fish in their own right – start to show up frequently on the Skeena in late July/early August.  Aggressive, high flying and acrobatic, these fish average 8 to 15 lbs and often fight so hard they’re mistaken for Steelhead.If there’s one thing that may have jumped out at you by looking at these photos, it’s likely the brightness of the fish.  That’s because they’re arguably some of the freshest, strongest Salmon and Steelhead you’ll ever encounter – anywhere!  Fish with sea lice are a daily occurrence, so you know these fish aren’t far from the salt.  And, they act accordingly…

Detailed description of the program:
Salmon and Steelhead fishing on the Lower Skeena is unparalleled. Renowned rivers such as the Babine, Kispiox, Sustut, Bulkley, Morice, Copper and Kalum enter the Skeena above our camp and all fish bound for these rivers must pass directly in front of us before reaching their spawning grounds. Only a day or two out of the ocean, at the peak of their size, strength and beauty, these are among the biggest and most aggressive Salmon and Steelhead on Earth. To hook one of these fish on the fly in the broad Lower Skeena is to touch the heart of the wilderness — an experience not to be forgotten!

A comfortable camp amidst 
spectacular scenery


The scenery at our Skeena Camp is nothing short of spectacular: soaring, snow-capped mountains, a large wild river, numerous waterfalls and abundant wildlife are your backdrop as you cast for the Skeena’s legendary wild Salmon and Steelhead.The camp consists of single and two-person sleeping tents with cots and pads, communal dining and gear tents, privy and propane-heated water with shower tent. Aside from personal items and fishing gear, guests need only bring a sleeping bag, pillow, and towel. Guided fishing is from 8am–5pm; hot breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the dining tent. The gear tent is also equipped with a propane heater to dry off wet clothing or chase the chill.

Logistics
Guests will stay at the on-river Skeena camp for the duration of their stay. On arrival, our staff will pick clients up at the airport, stop in the town of Terrace to pick up any supplies, then transport clients to the river, where camp staff will be waiting to receive them.  After an orientation in camp, guests are welcome to string their rods together and fish for the remainder of the day.  Guests will stay at the camp until the morning of their departure day (no fishing on departure day), and We will coordinate to pick up guests off the river and transport them to the airport.Note: pick up from the Terrace, BC airport is at 3 pm on arrival days for transfer to the camp, so guest flights should arrive in the afternoon, prior to 3 pm.  On departure day, guests will leave the camp just after breakfast at approximately 8 am, so flights departing Terrace, BC between 10:30 am and 12 noon are recommended.A sample day in campwould be as follows:

BEFORE 7:00 AM: If guests are early risers they can fish before breakfast. This will be unguided fishing.

7:00 AM Breakfast is served; consisting of eggs, bacon, ham, pancakes, french toast, fruit, cereal, coffee, tea, fruit juice, etc.8:00 AM: Guided fishing begins.1

2:00 PM: Lunch is served; consisting of soup, cold sandwiches, hamburgers, smokies, salads, cold and hot beverages, etc.

5:00 PM: Guided fishing ends.

6:00 PM: Dinner is served; consisting of home-style main courses such as stew, ham, steak along with vegetables and potatoes or rice. There will also be salads, desert and hot and cold beverages.

AFTER 6:00 PM: If guests wish to fish they may do so. Guides will not be held responsible for looking after evening anglers.

10:00 PM: We recommend that guests turn in for the evening. If guests wish to stay up later we ask they be as quiet as possible so as not to prevent others from sleeping.Target rivers include: Mainstem Skeena exclusively, in and around the Skeena Camp location.River access:  Jet boat.Accommodations: Tentet camp located on strategic hot spot on the skeena riverWeekly package: for SJ guests, a standard 6 day/7 nights package, from Saturday to Saturday (on above dates)

Don’t miss your opportunity to join in on some of the best fishing available on the Skeena in 2016!

If you have questions about some of our Skeena Programs, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!

Steffen Juhl

sj@salmonjunkies.com

Why not “Switch” rod next season!

What if you could have the best of both worlds? What if you were fishing light and fine but you had the length and power of a Spey rod? What if you could cast a big juicy Salmon or Steelhead fly eighty feet without any fuss, and still had a feeling that your where fishing a single handled rod

There’s been a lot of talk in the past couple of years about switch rods – lightweight double-handed rods in the 11 1/2 to 12 foot range that are designed for both two-handed and overhead casting. To be honest, the switch rod thing seemed some years back to be a little gimmicky, but today it has become an awesome and very serious weapon in many Spey Warriors “weapon arsenal” 

• Switch rods are really fun. Most switch rods live in the 6 to 8 weight world, and small rods mean little physical effort. Add lightweight to a multitude of different Spey-oriented and overhead casts, and you get lots of variety and lots of fun – Here is some of the reasons

• Switch rods are effective for more than swinging. The classic sunken swung fly presentation works great with a switch rod. Switch rods are great tools for fishing Dry flies and hitch patterns on floating lines. The extra length of a switch rod means incredible line control, whether slowing down a swing, steering that flesh fly into and out of a snag, or skittering that hopper all over the surface of the bucket.

• You can fish small water with switch rods. You already know that we think spey casting is fun, but full-on spey outfits, even in light weights, are just too long for small rivers, side channels and small tributaries

• If you have back and shoulder problems when casting your big Stick try a Switch rod – It is far effortless fishing a Switch rod and you will discover that you will get more fishing hours without muscle and shoulder pain

• You can handle big Salmon and Steelies as easy as with any big Spey rod – by putting side pressure into the fish

• Switch rods will make you a better spey caster, because you can do it more. Great, you fish a spey rod for a week in June on Grand Varzuga and then for a week in September on the Umba. What about the rest of the year? If you live near decent-sized trout water, you can fish a switch rod for a lot of the year. Making those spey casts year-round will make you a lot better at it.

Switch rods will make you a better spey caster, because these little rods are unforgiving. There’s no two ways about this one – it’s a lot easier to spey cast a big long stick for a 9 weight than it is to cast an 11 foot for a 6 weight. You don’t want to learn spey casting on a switch rod. So why in heck is this a good thing? Mistakes can be overcome with those big, long traditional spey rods. If you’re fishing a lightweight switch rod and you pull your anchor, or leave too much line on the water, or try to over-power a cast, or commit any one of a number of other spey casting sins, the cast just won’t work. Yes, it’s hard at first, but fishing light, switch rods will definitely make you a far better spey caster, because you pay for your mistakes.Switch rods add a lot of charm back into the Spey world dominated by big rods – Today I´m using Switch rods during the entire season. So why not “Switch” next season – I guarantee you will get a tons of fun out there