I have been going up to Chinook Shores for six years. Jeff does an awesome job of making sure you will have a great experience. The lodging, boats and equipment are all first class. If you don’t feel comfortable driving your own boat, his charter boat is a great option. Last fall we had a… Continue reading Awesome Experience
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King Salmon Regulations for S.E. Alaska Announced
The 2013 King Salmon Regulations for S.E. Alaska have been announced by the Alaska Dept. or Fish and Game. KING SALMON (A) The bag and possession limit is one king salmon 28 inches or greater in length; (B) From January 1 through June 30, a nonresident’s harvest limit is three king salmon 28 inches or greater… Continue reading King Salmon Regulations for S.E. Alaska Announced
2013 SOUTHEAST ALASKA BOTTOM FISH REGULATIONS ANNOUNCED
Halibut – All Southeast Waters Unguided Anglers – 2 halibut daily with no size restrictions. Guided Anglers – 1 halibut daily less than 45″ or over 68″ (Approximately, under 43lb or over 160lb). Non-Pelagic Rockfish Yelloweye Rockfish Southeast Inside Waters (Ketchikan) Nonresidents – 2 daily, only 1 may be a yelloweye. Annual limit of 2 yelloweye. Residents –… Continue reading 2013 SOUTHEAST ALASKA BOTTOM FISH REGULATIONS ANNOUNCED
Sport fishing is great just north of Ketchikan, Alaska!
I’ve been in the “Lower 48” most of the winter, exhibiting at trade shows and gearing up my Alaska lodge and boats for the 2013 fishing season. Today I paid a visit to SPORTCO and the Outdoor Emporium. While I was shopping I started a conversation with one of the store managers. As we spoke about fishing in… Continue reading Sport fishing is great just north of Ketchikan, Alaska!
2012 Ketchikan Alaska Fishing Photos
2012 Ketchikan Alaska Sport Fishing Regulations
Effective Dates: April 15, 2012 – April 14, 2013 Fishing on most federal public lands is now subject to federal as well as state fishing regulations. If you plan to fish on federal public lands, consult the Subsistence Management Regulations for Federal Public Lands in Alaska. It is available at many federal land managing agencies’ field… Continue reading 2012 Ketchikan Alaska Sport Fishing Regulations
Alaska Sunset at Chinook Shores Lodge
It was a beautiful day with excellent fishing at Chinook Shores Lodge today!
ALASKA SALMON FISHING METHODS & TECHNIQUES
Trolling is typically done between depths of 20′ to 100′ depending on target species. A 4-6 oz. lead is used for shallow trolling and Down Riggers are used to reach depths below 30′. We generally use a spoon or a double hook leader with a herring or hoochies. Typically a flasher is used 3′-5′ above… Continue reading ALASKA SALMON FISHING METHODS & TECHNIQUES
Family Fishing Trips In Alaska
Chinook Shores is the perfect choice for an Alaska family vacation. The calm water and easy access to the fish make it simple for kids to be successful fishermen. The best time to bring the kids is in August when there is plenty of Ketchikan fishing action and good weather. Our waterfront chalets, private beach… Continue reading Family Fishing Trips In Alaska
The Best Time To Halibut Fish in Ketchikan Alaska
Halibut can be found around Ketchikan Alaska from mid May through mid September, however the best time to fish for them is June through August as this is when they are most abundant. Halibut spawn off the continental shelf in deep water November through March and migrate into the shallow waters of SE Alaska to… Continue reading The Best Time To Halibut Fish in Ketchikan Alaska