Fishing Tours

Fishing tours are an excellent way to experience Alaska’s wilderness. Whether you’ve visited before or you want to hit all the highlights on your first trip, there’s nothing like hitting the water in the hopes of finding a great catch. When you’ve never tried a fishing tour before, look for companies who offer beginner fishing tours. You’ll be grouped with other novices, and your guides will be prepared to help you with everything from technique to choosing bait. Read on for a brief guide to booking a beginner fishing tour. Find the right trip The right fishing tour will be different for everyone. Some people just want to get out on the water and experience the scenery—catching fish is just a bonus. Others may prefer to single-handedly turn their freezer into a fishmonger’s paradise. Consider how much time you want…

People come to Alaska for the endless outdoor recreation opportunities. In the winter, when the snow is falling and the lakes freeze over, there’s still plenty of fun to be had indoors and out. If you’re planning a winter vacation to Alaska, you’ll be delighted to experience some of our favorite Alaskan winter traditions. Here are a few of the things we look forward to when the temperature drops and the snow starts to fall. Winter solstice celebration The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year. In Fairbanks, the town celebrates December 21 as “the return of the light,” including a fireworks display, holiday lights, music, arts and crafts vendors and more. It’s a beautiful way to enjoy the changing of the seasons, and a happy reminder that sunshine and warmer days will soon be on their way….

Whether you’re an angler focusing on catching salmon, halibut or other popular fish that live in the waters of Alaska, every fisherman has one thing in common: cooking up their catch. It’s one thing to know the type of bait to use, how to cast the line and understand a variety of luring techniques, but fishing isn’t completely satisfying unless you can prepare a meal out of your catch. Fish is a food that offers an array of health benefits, including healthy types of fats and oils. Let us help you plan ahead for cooking your fish after your long-awaited fishing tour in Alaska! Read on for some reasons to eat fresh-caught fish, along with a couple delicious Alaskan fish recipes. Good reasons to eat more fish caught in Alaska Whenever fish is brought up in discussions of nutrition, it’s…

If people know one thing about Alaska, it’s that it’s cold and dark in the winter time. While this undoubtedly true, it’s also exceptionally beautiful and exciting to visit the Last Frontier State when the weather takes a turn for the chilly. During the wintertime in Alaska, tourism declines, meaning that you’re likely to find better deals on accommodations and more. Additionally, there are a number of exciting activities that you can engage in during the winter season that simply aren’t possible during the summertime. Whether you enjoy the high thrills of backcountry winter skiing, seek the rewarding experience of joining a fishing tour in Alaska or would prefer to cozy up with a warm drink and a hot meal at a coastal café, there is no shortage of fun things to do in Alaska in the wintertime, including: Skiing:…

We often think of winter as a time for hibernation and inactivity. Is this true for the fish of Alaska? If you’re considering a fishing tour in Alaska, you want to go at the best time of year. No one wants to invest in a tour if the fish aren’t active. Is it worth going in winter? Will you encounter any fish? Yes, you will! Here’s the scoop. Salmon Alaska is known for its salmon. Five varieties are normally found throughout the state. In the winter, King Salmon are active and much sought-after. These fish, particularly the Feeder King Salmon, migrate up from the Pacific Northwest and Canada for feeding. They then return to their rivers to spawn. As they grow fat during this season, they are a popular treat for winter fishing tours in Alaska. Halibut Halibut are another…

Perhaps it would surprise you to find out that Alaska is a popular destination in the wintertime as well as in the summer. In the summer people flock in droves to go fishing for salmon and halibut, but in the winter there’s a lot to do as well. You can see the Northern Lights, which for most people in the world is a once-in-a-lifetime event, although we Alaskans are lucky enough to see it rather more often than that. You can also take part in winter sports, like ice fishing, snowshoeing, skiing or ice skating, and can even enjoy fishing tours in Alaska. Here are some of the cities that we think are great to visit in the winter. Anchorage The closest “big” city to where we are, Anchorage has a lot of things that you can do in the…

Alaska is one of the most unique places in the world, boasting a rich fishing industry, bountiful natural resources, striking scenery and the highest peak in North America. There are so many different regions in Alaska that are worth exploring that it might be difficult to whittle down your itinerary to select just a few places! No matter where you go in the state, you are likely to experience something unforgettable, but one of the most interesting places to visit is Talkeetna. In addition to the natural beauty that can be observed and the multitude of activities that can be enjoyed in Talkeetna, this small Alaskan town also has a rich history that you can experience firsthand when you stop for a visit. The history of Talkeetna The city of Talkeetna is located just about 120 miles north of Alaska’s…

Because of the tilt of the earth’s axis, the length of days experienced in different parts of the world can vary dramatically depending on the time of year. The farther north you travel during fishing tours in Alaska, the more noticeable this effect will be. In the summer months, the days in Alaska become much longer and then grow progressively shorter during the winter months. In some far northern regions, there are extended periods of light and darkness that can last for months. In some parts of Alaska during the darkest hours of the night, the sun is still visible. This is commonly referred to as the Midnight Sun and gives the appearance of twilight, even though it is technically the middle of the night. Day lengths and daylight gain Even though not all of Alaska experiences the dramatic lengths…

All signs point to an outstanding pink salmon fishing year, with this summer likely to hit the highest numbers on record. This is the perfect opportunity to get in on the excitement and book a fishing tour in Alaska, so you can be a part of this record year of fishing for the region. A record year for pink salmon Fish forecasts point to a summer season that will surpass last year’s catch, with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game predicting a huge showing for 2017. With pink salmon always producing in large quantities in odd-numbered years, it is expected that this year could be the largest on record for fishermen. A fishing tour in Alaska offers you the opportunity to reel in big numbers, as there is plenty of fishing to be had this summer. In the Southeast…

Alaska is a great place to vacation. What many people admire about this state is how beautiful and unique it is. In addition to the scenery, there are tons of activities for visitors and locals to enjoy, including fishing tours. Should you believe that a fishing charter is a fun idea, there are a few things you’ll want to consider before you make your reservation. Here are a few things to consider when trying to decide whether a fishing tour in Alaska is right for you: Do you like fish? One of the great things about going on a fishing tour is that you encounter a variety of fish. Ideally, if you decide to spend your money on a fishing tour, you will have some level of interest in fish. If you don’t, you may not find the trip quite…