George and Amy attended Bristol Bay Borough School District in Naknek together and became an item. Amy graduated in 1976 and George a year later. After Amy's graduation from the University of Alaska Fairbanks with a teaching certificate, she and George were married in 1982.

For many years George worked locally for the Bristol Bay Telephone Cooperative. Amy continues to teach high school as the technology instructor (computer applications). George and Amy's daughter, Adriane, was born on October 8, 1985.

In 2003 George found it possible to live his dream of having a lodge on the Kvichak River. Having fished and guided on the Kvichak since '76 George has an extensive working knowledge of the river. George also has a burning desire to share the river and the fish that dreams are made of. George and his family now spend their summers on Blueberry Island at Blueberry Island Lodge. Hoping to provide a comfortable, yet affordable, experience to anyone, has led them down this path.

Blueberry Island Lodge is a perfect destination for the fisherman who doesn't want or need to be guided. Guests will be welcomed to dry comfortable lodging, well-maintained boats and motors and a river with some of the most incredible fish available. Does this sound ideal? Contact us today to make it a reality.