All Inclusive Alaska Fishing Lodges
Get ready for a real shocker, had you told me a couple years ago that I would be writing this I would have laughed out loud and figured you didn't know me or my experiences, but here I am, and I'm totally serious.
Today's fishing lodges are undergoing many changes as the Alaska tourism industry re-adjusts to the new and more competitive atmosphere of business after the devastating breakdown of our national, regional, or local economies. Before the on-going financial crisis began eroding at our family budgets, there was a surplus of clients for every business and it seemed like no end to the rising costs of enjoying our national pastimes. Alaska travel and fishing were only two of the areas where costs were rising to meet demands. But things are different now and after experiencing a major hit by a declining tourism market, many tourism businesses has shut down. Debts were up and bookings were dwindling, businesses were in need of boosting interest and the need for new clients was being unequivocally realized. But how and where do you find these new clients when fewer people are looking to travel to Alaska fishing?
The answer was found in the All Inclusive Alaska Fishing Lodge concept and in a very aggressive marketing of this money saving package option. The idea behind the All-Inclusive Alaska Fishing Lodges is to include as much of the necessary materials as possible in order to make an offer so complete that a client could just about get off the plane without any bags and not be shy of anything needed for their trip. Well within reason, you will need your clothes, a razor, glasses and any medications but speaking of the bulky and expensive items to buy or travel with, those items are being furnished.
All-Inclusive Alaska Fishing Lodge Concept
If you're looking to save a good percentage on your upcoming Alaskan fishing trip, consider looking into the all-inclusive packages as one of the ways to save on those little items totally necessary to your trip that add big dollars to the final costs of that affordable fishing trip.
- Rain Gear - A must when fishing in Alaska. In 2010 it rained every day in July, 34 days straight to be exact. Good rain gear in a definite must and the All inclusive fishing lodges supply some of the best there is.
- Hip Boots or Waders - large bulky and heavy supplying these can be a real cost saver.
- Fishing Rods - matched to the local fishing and to the type of fishing areas your planning to fishing.
- Tackle & Misc. Gear - Huge, tackle is one of the biggest expenses many anglers to Alaska purchase. Good Lodges outfit their clients with the proper fishing equipment, including rods, reels, tackle and bait. They know what works and stock it in bulk.
- Transportation - Another big savings that can't be overlooked. Many offer transpertation to and from the airports as well.
- Fishing Access - Their knowledge along is worth the expense but considering the raises in local fishing access, this one moves up a couple more notches.
- Boats - Now not too many folks would even consider buying a boat for a once in a lifetime fishing trip but just by including this, success rates jump exponentially.
- Lodging - In Alaska, lodging starts at $100.00 per night and goes up from here. Here is another point to consider when comparing packages from fishing lodges verses fishing guides. Accommodations in either a full service lodge, private room like that found in a bed and breakfast or in a cabin makes for a better Alaskan experience then say the typical Ramada Inn.
- Fish Cleaning - This goes without saying, a professional guide makes short work of filleting your catch and the waste is very minimal.
- Fish Vacuum Packing and Freezing - Vacuum packing and freezing is just one more place that the all inclusive Alaska fishing lodge really saves you money and headaches.
Packing List for an Alaska fishing trip in 2011.
Check out our minimum packing list for an Alaska fishing trip in 2011.