Olderø fly fishing Lodge, Lakselv

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1 Olderø fly fishing Lodge, Lakselv The Lodge: The lodge is located on a private island in zone 1 on the river Lakselv. It s a modern and very comfortable lodge with six single rooms. All of which is en-suite. A couple of outdoor fireplaces contribute to the warm atmosphere and many hours is spend sitting around the fire telling stories, about the big one that got away. There is of course free WI-FI throughout the lodge. How to get here: Lakselv have it s own airport called Banak (LKL). When flying to Lakselv you will have to get a domestic flight or two depending on where you re traveling from. You will need to clear customs at you first entering point in Norway, even though your bags are checked in all the way through to Lakselv. Olderø fly fishing Lodge We call it time off for a reason Make sure that you have at least one and a half hour to make your transfer through Gardermoen airport, Oslo as this airport in the summer time is very busy. Well landed in Lakselv, you will be picked up by one of our guides. It s only a short ten-minute drive to the lodge, actually you can be in your waders fishing just an hour upon your arrival..! Below some link to airline companies who fly into Banak, Lakselv. Norwegian! Low cost company to Lakselv Scandinavian airlines National airline company, Lakselv.

2 Food and drink: We have a long-standing tradition of great food here on Olderø fly fishing Lodge. We bring in handpicked chefs from Iceland to run our kitchen. They all have a huge passion for cooking, witch you clearly can see in the meals served. We re using as many local meats and products as possible. Meat and fish such as reindeer, lamb, cod and of cause the king crab don t come any better anywhere in the world. At lunchtime there is served a nice buffet. Every night you will be treated with a fantastic threecourse dinner. Weather: The weather in Lakselv can vary a lot. And it can and will change several times a day, being located so far north means that you never really know what to expect. In the early season you can quit easily get frost during the night. Getting into July and August you can get up towards the 30 c degrees. The sun is very strong in Finnmark so we recommend to bring some sunscreen lotion. (SPF 30+) Prior to your arrival you check the latest weather forecast here Licenses: Before arriving to Olderø fly fishing Lodge you need to get a Norwegian State License. Go online and follow the instructions on the link below - You need to pay the Individual fee (247.- nok in 2016) As you re fishing on private water in Lakselv you don t need a license for the river. Disinfection of gear: According to official regulations set to protect the atlantic salmon in Lakselv against infectious disease agent, all imported used fishing tackle must be disinfected before you enter the river, we have all necessary equipment to disinfect your gear on location so you don t have to think about this before arriving Lakselv.

3 Olderø fly fishing lodge is only a 10 min drive from Banak Airport in Lakselv Gear: Lakselv features a natural design an in stream architecture perfectly suited for Spey rods. Mending and controlling line is also easier with a 2-hander. Use 7- to 9-weights from 12 to 14 feet long. If you re new to Spey casting, our guides are all expert instructors and will help you learn quickly. Lighter switch rods are increasingly popular and allow anglers to cast a comfortable line all day long with less effort. Choose a quality reel with a powerful, adjustable drag. Reels (and spare spools) should have enough capacity for your fly line and 150+ yards of 30-pound backing. We recommend reels from Sage or Saracione that produce several options perfectly suited for the Lakselv. To be well prepared for Lakselv, anglers should include at least three lines to accommodate varying water levels and wind conditions. Floating lines are most useful during low-water conditions and in the early morning and evening hours, integrated sinking- tip lines also work great, while intermediate/sinking lines are also effective in some conditions. The guides on Olderø fly fishing Lodge highly recommend the RIO Versitip short system, especially now with the new lines coming out for 2017 season the system is now 100 % complete and suits our waters very well. Plan to bring a good selection of flies, however, some secret guide flies and local fly patterns, as well as a modest supply of back-up tackle, in therms of rods, reels, lines, leaders, tippet and hooks will be available for purchase at the Little fly shop being build on the Lodge during this winter. Wading isn t difficult on the Lakselv. However, we recommend chest waders for warmth, to get to that occasionally shed cut bank, and to manage deeper water when/if crossing the river. Bring a good pair of wading boots with felt or rubber soles (with cleats). Use gravel guards and be sure to bring a wading belt. A wading staff is optional, but can come in handy if you need support wading the river.

4 Mosquitoes: Lakselv is located in Porsanger, Finnmark where there can be a lot of mosquitoes, therefore make sure to bring some bug repellents, also try to minimize areas of exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats. Repellents or insecticides, such as permethrin, can be applied to clothing for added protection. For booking contact. campmanager Mads Kjær Pedersen Tel: mail: [email protected] Olderø fly fishing lodge Lakselv, Norway. Guides: Olderø fly fishing lodge has a great team of experienced, professional guides. They all speak English, and all are experts on single- and two-hand casting, presentation and techniques, and fly choice. They are there to make your fishing more productive and enjoyable. Please don t hesitate to ask them for advice while you are visiting us at the river. Guides will transport you to the river in comfortable 4WD vehicles. All are equipped with rod racks, nets and first aid equipment and they will even bring warm coffee, tea and some snacks to enjoy by the river side. Gratuities: The guides and staff at Olderø work hard to provide you with the best experience during your trip. Gratuities are discretionary and show your appreciation with the standard of the services provided. They are much appreciated by all. Typically gratuities for guides will be 50.- euro per person, per day and for the staff it will be 30.- euro per person per day. We look forward to see you on Olderø fly fishing lodge, Lakselv.

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