Andy Angstman, born and raised in Bethel, Alaska, just 100 miles west of the lodge, is now leading Tikchik Narrows Lodge after his first successful year as owner and operator. Supported by a seasoned management team, including Gina Da Silva-Villalobos (Manager of Hospitality), Adam Franceschini (Head Guide), and Steve Larsen (Chief Pilot), Andy is committed to maintaining the exceptional standards that have made Tikchik a premier Alaskan destination.

Andy’s connection to the region runs deep. His family has owned a cabin on Chauekuktuli Lake, upstream from Tikchik, for nearly 20 years. Avid anglers will recognize this area as home to the Allen River and Shadow Bay. With decades of fishing and flying experience across Wood-Tikchik State Park and Togiak National Wildlife Refuge, Andy brings both passion and expertise to the lodge. He and his family are dedicated to preserving Tikchik's legacy while continuing to offer guests the extraordinary experiences they’ve come to expect.

Adam grew up in the Berkshire Mountains of northwest Connecticut where he learned how to fish at an early age, instilling in him a passion for fishing, water and the outdoors.  Adam began guiding on the famed rivers in western Montana, where he quickly learned how to navigate a drift boat on big water.  

Since then, he has guided on the San Juan river in New Mexico, South Holston and Watauga rivers in TN, The Steelhead Ally of Lake Erie in Ohio, Amazon River Basin of Brazil, Salmon River and Housatonic River in Connecticut. Along with being an Ambassador for Sage rods as well as the American Museum of Fly Fishing, he is a popular guest speaker and commercial fly designer. Adam is a year-round International guide working on the water eleven months of the year. He spends his spring guiding for the West Branch Angler in Hancock, NY, the winter guiding for Coyhaique River Lodge in Chile and serving as Head Guide for Tikchik Narrows Lodge in Bristol Bay, AK. Adam has worked at Tikchik since 2007.

With a proven track record in hospitality and property management, Gina Da Silva-Villalobos is the driving force behind the exceptional guest experience at Tikchik Narrows Lodge. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Gina brings a wealth of skills to her role, including technical writing, project management, and staff training, all honed over decades of experience in the industry.

Gina’s expertise spans from managing luxury hotels like Hyatt Lake Tahoe to spearheading renovations and deferred maintenance projects at remote wilderness lodges. At Tikchik Narrows Lodge, she oversees every detail—from implementing streamlined payroll systems and ordering supplies to updating standard operating procedures and ensuring the property runs smoothly. Her ability to blend operational efficiency with a personal touch ensures that every guest feels at home in Alaska's wilderness.

Gina’s passion for delivering top-tier service is matched by her talent for cultivating teams that excel. Whether training staff to anticipate guests’ needs or managing renovations that enhance the lodge’s charm, she thrives on creating memorable experiences for guests. Her leadership ensures that Tikchik Narrows Lodge remains a destination where family, friends, and adventurers can connect with Alaska’s untamed wilderness in comfort.