Ship Tackle

I’ve had airlines lose fly rods and fishing tackle on several trips. To save this hassle, for the past 15 years I’ve shipped my rods and extra tackle to a friend or a lodge at my destination with UPS 2 weeks before my trip. This way I can track it or call to be sure its there before I leave home. On my return trip I issue a call tag with UPS to pick up these items the day after I fly back.