What to bring

To ensure you are comfortable and prepared for your fishing adventure, we have compiled a list of things you should bring along. This is a complete list for both Steelhead Backroads camp and lodge adventures.

• checkA quality fly vest or waist pack suitable to pack daily fishing/rain gear.
• checkA quality 50+ liter backpack, containing all your clothing and fishing gear. Not to exceed 50 pounds.
• checkA lightweight rain jacket.
• checkTravel pillow for camp
• checkClothing designed for “layering”. Lightweight warm underwear and thermal socks for under waders. 6) A pair of lightweight chest waders suitable for active wear (we prefer Gore-tex).
• checkA pair of felt soled wading boots in good condition. Gravel guards necessary.
• checkA lightweight flashlight with spare batteries and a lighter.
• checkA good hook file.
• checkA multi use tool (including pocket knife) such as leatherman or similar pliers for releasing fish.
• checkAn 8/9 weight rod/reel for Steelhead, perhaps a lighter rod such as a 5/6 weight for trout.
• checkSpare rod.
• checkOne sinking shooting head (optional).
• checkPolarized sunglasses.
• checkBB shot .
• checkA good selection of flies, broadly assorted by color (blue, purple and black being the favorites), weight and style (especially leeches)…in both wet and dry (always bring at least 1 large dry fly. such as a bomber).
• checkGloves, one pair for hiking, one pair for fishing.
• checkCamera…preferably waterproof (digital).
• checkA pair of lightweight hiking boots or shoes.
• checkA towel and toiletries for a week.
• checkAlcoholic beverages (beer, wine, etc) for one week.
• checkFavorite hat preferably rain proof.
• checkA combination of sinking and floating lines. Changeable tip systems work quite well for variation.
• checkA USB External flash drive to take our photos home with you