Wow, some very thoughtful posts. Here's where I'm at right now:

Yeah, the NY Great Lakes tribs are close, and i fish the salmon river at least twice a year. Great, but not for this trip. I'll be visiting there alot for sure. I WILL be emailing you Philip! Thanks, love the idea.

I've sort of narrowed it down to the Bristol Bay area of Alaska or Pategonia... plus Philips offer.

I need to get away from people. That's important.

I'm also considering something more adventurous without alot of amenities... or something more luxury.

Pategonia seems like I'd be more pampered, Alaska has more non-pampered type choices.

I like the idea of a place where I have to carry a rifle.