Why Pybus Point Lodge Offers the Best Fishing in Alaska
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Like any other activity that might involve several different groups of people in similar areas, there are some standard rules and guidelines that are generally accepted throughout the fishing world. These speak to a wide variety of fishing themes, and while certain rules might be written out for a given fishing spot in your area, there are also a number of "unspoken" rules that, broadly speaking, have become a nearly-universal part of fishing around the globe.
At Pybus Point Lodge, not only are we here to offer the very best in Alaskan fishing vacations, including comprehensive fishing packages, but also to assist all our clients with some of the traditional pieces of etiquette that are commonly observed during any of the programs we offer. While many of the rules and regulations for our fishing trips will be outlined specifically in documents our staff will be happy to obtain for you, here are a few of the unspoken rules of fishing that are generally accepted around the world.
While this phrase is sometimes misused today, it's perfectly applicable to the realm of fishing. For anyone confused, its meaning here is straightforward: Within a fishing setting, the person or people who arrived at a given location first are those who get first access.
That is, if you arrive at your preferred fishing spot and find someone else already there, the spot is theirs for the day (or until they leave). It doesn't matter if you were there yesterday, or if you arrived just a minute before those fishing ahead of you. Simply, the early bird gets the worm.
Down similar lines to the above, fishing is a pursuit that requires some space between different anglers. Too many people all attempting to fish in the same small area will lead to frustration on the part of some, and generally a lessened experience for everyone involved due to a mixture of mixed lines, limited fish available and other issues.
This is why it's important to give others their space: When you arrive at any given fishing spot that has been claimed by someone else, it doesn't matter how much time they've been there or what type of license you hold. Even if they are fly fishing, you're not allowed to use that spot.
How much space should there be between anglers? This will depend on a few factors, including the types of fish in the area, whether there are boats present, and a few other factors. In smaller streams or narrow corridors, it may be necessary for anglers to be somewhat close to each other; on large areas of open water, on the other hand, you should always give other anglers ample space to fish.
Fishing involves the use of an environment that does not belong to us, and as such it's our responsibility to keep things clean at all times. Take steps to reduce your environmental footprint when fishing, including using biodegradable fishing weights, always removing trash from your spaces after leaving the area and not littering.
In situations where both boats and shore-bound anglers are fishing in a given area, the right of way will generally go to those on the shore. If you're on the water, please be aware of anyone who may be fishing from the shoreline. Motor boats, in particular, will agitate the water and may cause fish to disperse, so their use should be handled with care.
Speaking of the impact of motor boats on the water for fishing, there are situations where too much agitation of the water will scare all the fish away. There are also additional forms of agitation beyond motors, such as numerous lures hitting the surface of the water over a short period of time.
In these cases, a practice known as "resting" the water is recommended, and is even considered proper etiquette in public. This involves leaving at least a few minutes consecutively without any major activity on the water, letting the area reset itself and the flow of water return to normal. After a short period of quiet, fish that had left the area for safety will resume and begin their normal activities, at which point fishing can resume as well.
For more on the various unspoken rules of fishing and how to be sure you're never going against proper etiquette, or to learn about any of our Alaskan fishing adventures or lodge packages, speak to the staff at Pybus Point Lodge today.
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LEARN MOREDiscover why people like you can’t stop talking about Pybus Point Lodge. More than 30 years ago, the lodge opened as a simple fishing camp, drawing a devoted following in spite of basic accommodations. With new owners and experienced guides and crew, our corner of Alaska has become an unbeatable fishing and eco-tourism resort.
Enjoy unlimited access to our fleet of motorized skiff boats. We’re just minutes away from beautiful freshwater stream fishing, and some of our guests’ biggest halibut catches have been reeled in on a skiff.
Three new 33’ walk-around boats make their debut for our 2019 season. Featured in the Seattle Boat Show and designed stem to stern specifically for ocean conditions in Alaska's Inside Passage, we couldn’t ask for better boats.
Guests love our build-your-own lunches, featuring fresh ingredients and thin-sliced meat we smoke right outside. Meals at the lodge are always made to order – no buffets or cafeteria-style meals at Pybus Point Lodge! Our chef has created menu options that are beautiful and delicious without feeling pretentious or unfamiliar.
If you’re going to come all the way to Alaska, you may as well fish with an experienced guide on hand to keep you on the fish and take care of all the little details. You can enjoy the scenery, your company, and the world-class fishing. You’ll get your guide’s attention as much as eight hours each day – already included in the cost of your trip.
Upgrade your trip to see the Alaskan wilderness from the air. Our experienced pilot will land on a secluded lake and guide you to some of the best salmon and native trout fishing in the state.
While you go out and play, our talented staff will make sure your room stays tidy and clean! We receive even more compliments about our friendly staff than we do about Alaska's stunning beauty!
Pybus Point Lodge is located on the remote and secluded far south edge of Admiralty Island National Monument. Coverage is always tricky in deep valleys and remote natural areas. We found that AT&T has the most reliable cellular service at the lodge while T-mobile, Sprint, and Verizon can be picked up while out on the ocean. We do have a lodge phone you can use if necessary.
If you can't get a signal, we do provide free high-speed WIFI to the lodge and cabins. A popular option is to utilize your phones WIFI calling mode to communicate and take calls while at the cabin, although we prefer to unplug and enjoy all that the island has to offer.
The calm, cool waters of Alaska’s Inside Passage are the perfect habitat for humpback whales. Our guests tell us close encounters with these peaceful giants have changed the way they see the world – and we know just what they mean.
You’ll stay with us on Admiralty Island, called Xootsnoowú by native Tlingit people, which means “Fortress of the Bears.” There are more bears on our island than in all 49 other states combined – and more than 2.5x the number of people here!
A short ride in one of our skiffs will take you to the mouth of a river where, if your timing is right, you can watch salmon make their final run to spawn. When it isn’t overrun by bears dining on the feast, you can walk upstream just a few minutes to a beautiful waterfall in the thick forest.
From tiny phosphorescent algae lighting up our private docks to enormous humpback whales hunting in our deep, calm waters, you won’t find a more beautiful place to experience Alaska. Pybus Bay is a photographer’s paradise – bald eagles and brown bears, orca, otters and sea lions, and more. We can’t wait to help you experience Alaska.
A short ride in one of our skiffs will take you to the mouth of a river where, if your timing is right, you can watch salmon make their final run to spawn. When it isn’t overrun by bears dining on the feast, you can walk upstream just a few minutes to a beautiful waterfall in the thick forest.
Take quick detours or day-long excursions to explore some of our planet's most beautiful, remote waterfalls and glaciers.
Meet us in Juneau and let our experienced staff handle every detail of your all-inclusive Alaskan vacation, starting with a beautiful seaplane flight to our secluded lodge at Pybus Bay.
