So my dad has cancer. We've always dreamed of fishing Alaska and also doing a tropical type trip together. Never got too much into the details of what those would look like. Our schedules and lives never seem to align. But now we have decided to make it a priority. Looking ahead to next spring and summer to start planning.
Alaska or even British Columbia. Multi-species. Fresh and saltwater. Mix of DIY and guided. I do mostly fly fishing, he does mostly gear fishing - but either of us with join the other if we can't do both. Maybe an all inclusive lodge or cabins. We used to dream of a long float trip down a river, but he's not up to that these days. He'd love a shot at a wide mix that might include: laker, big bows, steelhead, salmon, char, and perhaps grayling. Maybe salt water bottom fishing as an option on other days. We don't like crowds and hustle and bustle. We like our own pace, few other people, and a relaxing time in a beautiful place enjoying some fish and quality time together.
Then warm water trip - not to picky here. Again, he's more comfortable gear fishing. But if we could do that and fly fishing that would be amazing. Bones? Tarpon? Tuna? Doesn't really matter. Good strong fish - the more the merrier. He's not going to up for super long days or too much hiking around. But can do some wading and walking if needed. Doesn't need to be super exotic. I just want to see him get some action and smile and have a blast. Even if they aren't massive trophies or rare species. Again, fewer people around, beautiful location, good accommodations.
Usually when thinking of these trips for myself, I'm thinking of DIY and keeping it on a budget. But this time is different and budget isn't as high a priority.
Can you share some suggestions so I can start doing the homework to make it happen? He's currently doing a new round of chemo, so hoping it knocks back the cancer long enough to get him ready to go at it.
Thanks!
Alaska or even British Columbia. Multi-species. Fresh and saltwater. Mix of DIY and guided. I do mostly fly fishing, he does mostly gear fishing - but either of us with join the other if we can't do both. Maybe an all inclusive lodge or cabins. We used to dream of a long float trip down a river, but he's not up to that these days. He'd love a shot at a wide mix that might include: laker, big bows, steelhead, salmon, char, and perhaps grayling. Maybe salt water bottom fishing as an option on other days. We don't like crowds and hustle and bustle. We like our own pace, few other people, and a relaxing time in a beautiful place enjoying some fish and quality time together.
Then warm water trip - not to picky here. Again, he's more comfortable gear fishing. But if we could do that and fly fishing that would be amazing. Bones? Tarpon? Tuna? Doesn't really matter. Good strong fish - the more the merrier. He's not going to up for super long days or too much hiking around. But can do some wading and walking if needed. Doesn't need to be super exotic. I just want to see him get some action and smile and have a blast. Even if they aren't massive trophies or rare species. Again, fewer people around, beautiful location, good accommodations.
Usually when thinking of these trips for myself, I'm thinking of DIY and keeping it on a budget. But this time is different and budget isn't as high a priority.
Can you share some suggestions so I can start doing the homework to make it happen? He's currently doing a new round of chemo, so hoping it knocks back the cancer long enough to get him ready to go at it.
Thanks!
