Congrats on catching those nice sockeyes for dinner - always a bonus when you pull up to your favorite spot and nobody else is there! Tight lines! Captain Zac
Yea this trip was a rarity for late June! Totally blessed being able to get a show in while the fish were prime for the taking. Thanks for stopping by and checking us out!
This was one of the best days Ive had up there in the mountains, everything just turned out right! Thanks for the comment, its one of my fav video intros for sure. Framed that fish jump with all the luck in the world!
were all just out here fishing right?!!! Nothing's goin to get me down when my line is in the water! This trip was exceptionally fun. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks! This was one of my favorite trips of the 2022 season. Lots of sunshine, fish and adventure! Good luck making it up next year, I'm sure you'll love it!
Yes! I love the trips out of there with a headlamp on and the bears secretly watching your every move! There's no sense in waiting for a fishing buddy, you just gotta go! Its grocery shopping time baby!! Thanks for watching! 😀🎣
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures yeah, I think my only saving grace, to myself, are circle hooks. Less chance of this new flipper catching a hook in the ear.
Oh man right on! You’ll love fishing the Russian. It’s quite the experience. Congrats on that next silver… there’s plenty more to catch in there right now. Kenai derby starts next week too.
Went to find that spot today and had no luck!! I parked at pink salmon and walked pretty far up stream. Seen two bears though. How far did you go? I feel like I went almost a mile after the path ended.
I use a pretty rugged setup that leans on the heavier side that can be replaced mid season without breaking the bank. Uglystik big water 9ft with okuma 9/10 reel. No specific fly line necessary. 17lb mono main line with a 4ft long 20lb mono leader line with a Russian river fly. I use split shots for weight and adjust accordingly for the water conditions. 🎣😎
Yo buddy I’ve watched All your videos pretty much! Thanks for the info. Heading to Stillwater camp for 7-8 days end of July, my first time! Would be sweet to do a video together 🤝🐟🪝 have some local knowledge would be awesome as well, you’ve got it down! So excited to come see Alaska, I’m in northern oregon ✌🏻
Awesome! Let me know when you get here and we can try to put something together. You’ll be here at the prime time to fill up some fish coolers! I’m stoked you’re stoked! 😎🐟
Great video. There is no set date when Fish and Game opens the Sanctuary it all depends when the river gets its excapement. I've seen the Sanctuary opened as early as June 15th
yes, great mention. As long as there's lots of fish, then there's more area opened to fishing! The limit is 6 now too! Now that's a big load of fish to haul up out of there!
Hey man I’ve been watching quite a few of your videos trying to learn as much as I can before coming up there this summer from Colorado. We’re going to fish the Russian for a couple days right at the end of July, hoping to catch that second run of reds in full swing. How far up the trail to the falls are you in this video? I know we’re not going to be able to completely get away from other people but would definitely prefer not to be combat fishing.
I doubt you’d be doing any combat fishing at the end of July on the Russian. The sockeye will be turning red and spawning by then, not all of them but most will already be beyond the fishing area and at the water falls. The Kenai River will be loaded with its run by then which will relieve the pressure on the Russian. I’m about 2 miles from the start of the trailhead parking area. It’s about 3/4 mile from the water falls.
Went down to the russian river ferry area and it was bustling I hooked onto 4 pretty decent ones but they all jumped and spit it but i’ll definitely be back this week! (love the content btw)
Make sure you're using sharp Russian River flies, preferably the Russian flies that have a kink in the shank that turns the tip back more. These aren't necessary but may help you out some. AND most importantly Set the hook hard! Gotta keep that line tight!🎣 I keep my drag on the loose side so the fish can take what it needs and prevents the hook from tearing out.
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures ohhhh thank you so much man the first 2 i lost was definitely because of the old dull hook i was using from a friend. I also thought the bent backwards ones where bent and broken too but i’ll definitely tie those on thank you so much.Tight lines man!
No, I’m not a pro guide. I like to leave the fun in it. The Russian River opens the 2nd week of June. The river is usually full of sockeye by this time and they stay chrome color for about a month. You can fish it all summer if you want but the other Kenai Peninsula rivers get their own runs of sockeye by then and are easier, bigger and cheaper to catch.
You know what you should think about Ryan? Making a map of these places like College Hole and Bear Hole etc. Do a Patrion type thing. You have knowledge of the area. Cash in on it my man. Heck, write an ebook and sell on Amazon. No joke. it would sell like hot cakes.
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures Good on you for just helping people out, but, an Amazon book wouldn't be a bad why to earn tackle here and there. $5 an ebook. Anyway, I survived my first trip of combat fishing at Rotary Park. I was stuck with the boardwalk as I forgot my waders had a leak from last year. Got my 3 the night before it turned to 6. I was to damn tired and soaking wet from the rain to stay. They are sitting in dry brine now. I'll smoke it tomorrow and head out on Tues for my 6. I couldn't find College Hole. I thought it was this one gravel road and I missed the right angle and ended up in the ditch!! Neighbor came out with his tractor. Is it there right at the college parking lot? Says it's closed. I fished on circle hooks; didn't have one snag. Gamekatsu Nautilus 3/0. Try em out. I wish all those that combat fish would use them. Tough to get someone caught in the ear with one of those . They catch the lip quite well!
Hey. Wondering if you can shoot me a message for some info. My wife and I are in Alaska for our honeymoon and really trying to find some spots to catch some fish. We brought waders fly poles regular poles and all.
That looks like a blast!
Such a good time up in those mountains
Congrats on catching those nice sockeyes for dinner - always a bonus when you pull up to your favorite spot and nobody else is there! Tight lines! Captain Zac
Yea this trip was a rarity for late June! Totally blessed being able to get a show in while the fish were prime for the taking. Thanks for stopping by and checking us out!
This looks like so much fun bring momma and dad some fish 💕🐳
The fish are on the way!! We will have to go to the island at Swiftwater soon and fill up a cooler with sockeye!
Bring me on a trip I’d truly appreciate it
that intro music timing with that jump was phenomenal. I do videos and know how much work that is to time. much appreciated! Tim
This was one of the best days Ive had up there in the mountains, everything just turned out right! Thanks for the comment, its one of my fav video intros for sure. Framed that fish jump with all the luck in the world!
Nice, just started following you from Palmer 🤗
Alright! Welcome aboard. 🎣😎
Nice video, keep up the good work. I would tone down the volume of your music during playback to approximately 50%
Thanks, can’t wait to get back out there!
I miss this place. I appreciate your light hearted attitude haha
were all just out here fishing right?!!! Nothing's goin to get me down when my line is in the water! This trip was exceptionally fun. Thanks for the comment.
First time seeing your Videos very cool. From Oklahoma. Awesome stuff 🎣
Welcome aboard! I'm glad you enjoyed. More to come soon! Thank you. 🐟
Another great video.
Thanks! This was one of my favorite trips of the 2022 season. Lots of sunshine, fish and adventure! Good luck making it up next year, I'm sure you'll love it!
I been going around 3am and beating the brakes off em. Fishing for the most part by myself.
Always look forward to your videos!
Yes! I love the trips out of there with a headlamp on and the bears secretly watching your every move! There's no sense in waiting for a fishing buddy, you just gotta go! Its grocery shopping time baby!! Thanks for watching! 😀🎣
Another great video !! Would like to see a video on what you need if you do a hike in fishing trip.
Thanks! That's a good idea about giving a more in depth tutorial of how to pull off a trip like this one..
Nice spot.lot of fish
It usually loads up first and finishes last, great spot.
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures new subscriber.plan for fishing this weekend
I'm new to the area and the idea of combat fishing is a daunting one. Flying hooks scare the crap out of me.
It’s no joke either! People seem to get quite aggressive when there’s fish to be caught! Kinda like a grizzly bear!🐻
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures yeah, I think my only saving grace, to myself, are circle hooks. Less chance of this new flipper catching a hook in the ear.
Loving the updates dude. Keep up the good work.
Thanks! Hard to beat a day like this one! But of course, I will try!
You're a beast!!
lol YES!! It was quite a season up there at the Russian! Thanks for watching the show!
Never fished the Russian, would like to give it a shot tho. I did catch my second silver every on Sunday after watching your video.
Oh man right on! You’ll love fishing the Russian. It’s quite the experience. Congrats on that next silver… there’s plenty more to catch in there right now. Kenai derby starts next week too.
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures taking my 3 and 4 year old after school tomorrow to get another one. They are loving it.
Went to find that spot today and had no luck!! I parked at pink salmon and walked pretty far up stream.
Seen two bears though.
How far did you go? I feel like I went almost a mile after the path ended.
I bet you were almost there. It’s about a half mile before the falls.
Awesome videos man. What kind of a fly setup are you running?
I use a pretty rugged setup that leans on the heavier side that can be replaced mid season without breaking the bank. Uglystik big water 9ft with okuma 9/10 reel. No specific fly line necessary. 17lb mono main line with a 4ft long 20lb mono leader line with a Russian river fly. I use split shots for weight and adjust accordingly for the water conditions. 🎣😎
Yo buddy I’ve watched All your videos pretty much! Thanks for the info. Heading to Stillwater camp for 7-8 days end of July, my first time! Would be sweet to do a video together 🤝🐟🪝 have some local knowledge would be awesome as well, you’ve got it down! So excited to come see Alaska, I’m in northern oregon ✌🏻
Awesome! Let me know when you get here and we can try to put something together. You’ll be here at the prime time to fill up some fish coolers! I’m stoked you’re stoked! 😎🐟
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures hell yeah bro! Thanks for the reply!! If you ever come to my area I’d love to show you and your lady around 🙏
That's one nice sunbaked slightly spawned red salmon .
I was thinking it had a nice tan myself! It doesn't take long after they reach the mountains for the chrome to fade and the teeth to come out!
We stay at cooper landing there nothing like it in the world beautiful
I agree! The energy is indeed magical!
Great video. There is no set date when Fish and Game opens the Sanctuary it all depends when the river gets its excapement. I've seen the Sanctuary opened as early as June 15th
yes, great mention. As long as there's lots of fish, then there's more area opened to fishing! The limit is 6 now too! Now that's a big load of fish to haul up out of there!
Hey man I’ve been watching quite a few of your videos trying to learn as much as I can before coming up there this summer from Colorado. We’re going to fish the Russian for a couple days right at the end of July, hoping to catch that second run of reds in full swing. How far up the trail to the falls are you in this video? I know we’re not going to be able to completely get away from other people but would definitely prefer not to be combat fishing.
I doubt you’d be doing any combat fishing at the end of July on the Russian. The sockeye will be turning red and spawning by then, not all of them but most will already be beyond the fishing area and at the water falls. The Kenai River will be loaded with its run by then which will relieve the pressure on the Russian. I’m about 2 miles from the start of the trailhead parking area. It’s about 3/4 mile from the water falls.
that nice rainbow @4:25 have a bead head fly in corner of the mouth?
Yea unfortunately that beauty has some jewelry installed. Looks like she’s hangin in there big and tough though.
Went down to the russian river ferry area and it was bustling I hooked onto 4 pretty decent ones but they all jumped and spit it but i’ll definitely be back this week! (love the content btw)
oh btw i can’t seem to land one any tips? they all spit it and idk if it was the hookset or bad luck haha
Thanks for watching! That area has a TON of fish running by it. Its cool to see the ferry too!
Make sure you're using sharp Russian River flies, preferably the Russian flies that have a kink in the shank that turns the tip back more. These aren't necessary but may help you out some. AND most importantly Set the hook hard! Gotta keep that line tight!🎣 I keep my drag on the loose side so the fish can take what it needs and prevents the hook from tearing out.
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures ohhhh thank you so much man the first 2 i lost was definitely because of the old dull hook i was using from a friend. I also thought the bent backwards ones where bent and broken too but i’ll definitely tie those on thank you so much.Tight lines man!
Are you also a fishing guide ? What months / dates you were there ?
No, I’m not a pro guide. I like to leave the fun in it. The Russian River opens the 2nd week of June. The river is usually full of sockeye by this time and they stay chrome color for about a month. You can fish it all summer if you want but the other Kenai Peninsula rivers get their own runs of sockeye by then and are easier, bigger and cheaper to catch.
Are you allowed to fly drones over the Kenai ?
consulting the authorities for what you’re planning isn’t a bad idea.
My spot last year was the gardrail I was on fire
If you can get a parking spot the guardrail is easy and cheap! Late June is super fishy too!
You know what you should think about Ryan? Making a map of these places like College Hole and Bear Hole etc. Do a Patrion type thing. You have knowledge of the area. Cash in on it my man. Heck, write an ebook and sell on Amazon. No joke. it would sell like hot cakes.
Hey! Not a bad idea! I’m really just trying to help people out though not make money. I don’t want to make fishing my job, that sounds like work! Lol
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures Good on you for just helping people out, but, an Amazon book wouldn't be a bad why to earn tackle here and there. $5 an ebook. Anyway, I survived my first trip of combat fishing at Rotary Park. I was stuck with the boardwalk as I forgot my waders had a leak from last year. Got my 3 the night before it turned to 6. I was to damn tired and soaking wet from the rain to stay. They are sitting in dry brine now. I'll smoke it tomorrow and head out on Tues for my 6. I couldn't find College Hole. I thought it was this one gravel road and I missed the right angle and ended up in the ditch!! Neighbor came out with his tractor. Is it there right at the college parking lot? Says it's closed. I fished on circle hooks; didn't have one snag. Gamekatsu Nautilus 3/0. Try em out. I wish all those that combat fish would use them. Tough to get someone caught in the ear with one of those . They catch the lip quite well!
Never like to leave that hole when the fish are thick and end up walking out in the dim light with a backpack full of bear food.!
Oh I know the feeling that you’re talkin about well! I’ve see more bears in there than anywhere else on the kenai peninsula.
Th e reds are good size his year.
The Kenai Reds are even bigger!
Yep I’m bring a net lol
I know right!!! A netman is always a plus but doable without, just prepare for the heartbreak ahead of time! 🤪🐟
@@alaskasmallcraftadventures i’d lose 💯 percent of those without one lol
Hey. Wondering if you can shoot me a message for some info. My wife and I are in Alaska for our honeymoon and really trying to find some spots to catch some fish. We brought waders fly poles regular poles and all.
This new video shows some awesome spots for you to try on the kenai! m.th-cam.com/video/r4AF2fjjZDM/w-d-xo.html
Why not bring a net
I brought a net, just no netman. This was a little sportier trip.
at 4:15 is a poor rainbow with a hook in his mouth. Welcome to the Russian!
Yea that ol brute unfortunately had some jewelry hangin