Originally Posted by
FISHEYE
I don't think the cost of food i.e. burgers or fillet is much of an issue to most remote lodges. The main cost is flying everything in (or barging in some cases so its the same cost for a 10 bottle of wine vs. a $50 bottle. One of the lodge owners I know told me he spends around $200,000 per year on diesel fuel for the generators, av gas, and boat gas, and much of that is getting it there. In remote Alaska the price of a gallon of gas now is from $7 to $10 depending on when they bought it.
So true! If you believe that some remote alaskan outfitters can offer "cheaper" packages by skimping on the amenities then buyer beware!!! I know of many fishing horror stories that started out this way. I would be VERY selective in who I would put my $ and trust in. Easy to get burned up there (it happens quite often I'm afraid) and you're likely to be SOL because the state doesn't care (trust me).
Last edited by Tfisher; 01-10-2015 at 12:04 AM.
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