HOW to TAKE an INSTAGRAM-WORTHY PICTURE OF YOUR SALMON AND HALIBUT CATCH!
And for all those stories that you’ll be telling your friends and family, it’s important to be able to show that well in a photo. We All...
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All Fishermen Are Liars...(except for me)
The meandering mind of a fisherman has the potential to offer insight into Ketchikan, travel, and fishing. Or it's just blowing hot air.
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WHAT DO I WEAR & WHAT DO I BRING ON AN ALASKA CHARTER?
Southeast Alaska offers a mild, though variable, summer climate. Preparing for both rain and sun will make you most comfortable on the...
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WHAT IS THE BEST RECIPE FOR COOKING ALASKA SALMON?
After you catch it, you’ll want to cook it. Thankfully, there are countless ways to cook fresh Alaska salmon. When cooks want to...
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First King Salmon of the Season
Last week was the king salmon opener for parts of Ketchikan. This was the first chance we had to keep king salmon in Ketchikan. On the...
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Too Big to Land
I recently met a new client Eric and his party at the ship’s gangway. He came with his buddy Mark and their two boys, both under 12. They...
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TripAdvisor’s Best Alaska Fishing Guides
We are proud to be a top-ranked fishing guide on Trip Advisor. Trip Advisor’s best Alaska fishing guides are usually not from Alaska....
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WHAT IS THE KETCHIKAN SPORT FISHING SEASON?
Ketchikan Salmon and Halibut Run Timing Halibut can be found year round with the right guide! Usually, the salmon season is underway in...
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When Is The Best Time To Go Fishing In Alaska?
If you are looking for a once in a lifetime salmon fishing trip in Alaska, you need to plan ahead. We have heard too many stories from...
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When is the Best Time to Go Fish the Inside Passage?
Many times we get asked questions. Questions like: What are the fishing seasons in Alaska? When’s the best time to come salmon fishing in...
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Alaska Fishing Regulations Change By The Day
Often we are permitted to keep even more fish during an ADF&G* emergency order. (Sometimes emergency orders are issued by the Alaskan...
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Fishing in Ketchikan, Alaska in September
September continues with wave after wave of silver salmon, chum, and pinks making their way to their natal rivers and streams. September...
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Fishing in Ketchikan, Alaska in August
August is when the commercial seasons shift into high gear. The seiners are doing their best to load up on pinks. In August there will...
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FACTS ABOUT ALASKAN KING SALMON IN KETCHIKAN
Ketchikan is the Salmon Capital of the World. Like many places in Alaska, there are an abundant number of salmon swimming around our...
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WHAT IS THE BEST BOAT FOR CHARTER FISHING?
We think it’s the Rosemary June– a 2019 31′ Parker. The Ultimate Fishing Boat for Salmon and Halibut Day Fishing Excursions The Rosemary...
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Fishing in Ketchikan, Alaska in July
Ketchikan is the major “metro thoroughfare” for most of Alaska’s migrating salmon. When fish are headed north in the summer, or south in...
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A PURE SALMON and HALIBUT FISHING CHARTER EXPERIENCE
Come for the amazing Salmon and Halibut fishing, come back to re-live the experience of a lifetime. Ketchikan is the “Salmon Capital of...
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Fishing in Ketchikan Alaska in June
June is a continuation of the prime king season. As spring transitions into summer the king fishing slow between runs. The slowdown can...
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HOW TO CHOOSE A KETCHIKAN FISHING CHARTER
There are dozens of charters to choose from. Picking the best fit for you can be overwhelming. What to look for in a day fishing charter...
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HOW DO YOU GO FISHING WHILE ON AN ALASKA CRUISE?
You know that it’s always best to book early. You get the spot you want, and never risk not getting a seat on the boat that you want to...
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Fishing in Alaska in May
We start our spring salmon fishing with the early run of kings, also known as “Chinook.” This run begins arriving around the second week...
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