If you want to catch salmon in Southeast Alaska, follow these simple steps to cut and rig a plugged herring. This rig works well for Mooching or Trolling and will catch salmon, halibut, rockfish…pretty much anything that feeds on herring. So it won’t catch a Sockeye salmon as they feed on krill. Using a sharp knife,… Continue reading HOW TO CUT & RIG A HERRING
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Jig Fishing for Alaska Halibut
WHERE AND WHEN TO JIG – I jig for halibut all the time, bait is great but usually jigging will out fish it. My favorite way to jig halibut is by anchoring on or drifting across a point or gently sloping shoreline with a gravely bottom during a slack tide (tide change) where schools of salmon,… Continue reading Jig Fishing for Alaska Halibut
THE LIFECYCLE OF A HALIBUT
Halibut spawn annually between November and March in deep water (600 to 1800 ft) near the edge of the continental shelf from British Columbia to the Bering Sea. The free floating eggs hatch after two to three weeks and as the larvae develop they gradually float upwards and drift in a northwest direction with the… Continue reading THE LIFECYCLE OF A HALIBUT
Selecting and Brining Herring for Alaska Salmon Fishing
One of the most common and effective ways to fish salmon is using a cut plug herring. Why a cut plug? – Simply because it’s easy to get a good spin, you can change the spin with the cut angle, it’s easy to rig, and it works well for both trolling and mooching. I have… Continue reading Selecting and Brining Herring for Alaska Salmon Fishing
How to Fight a Big Halibut
HOW BIG IS THIS HALIBUT? – After you’ve hooked up, how you play the halibut can be the difference in landing her in the boat. I tend to keep my drag tight when halibut jigging so when I set the hook, it gets driven through the lip or cheek instead of the spool just paying out… Continue reading How to Fight a Big Halibut
Alaska Halibut Fishing with Circle Hooks
When I anchor up on a halibut spot in Alaska I like to immediately get some some meat in the water to start a scent trail. These are the rods you want up current typically in the bow of the boat, unless the wind and tide are opposite of each other and your sitting sideways… Continue reading Alaska Halibut Fishing with Circle Hooks
How to Prepare for Alaska Fishing Trip
The preparation you’ll need for your Alaska fishing trip depends on the type of trip you have planned. Fishing lodges are perfect for those who are looking for a high-quality fishing experience that has easy access to the hottest fishing spots with both chartered and unchartered boats. These professionally run establishments offer an authentic fishing experience with… Continue reading How to Prepare for Alaska Fishing Trip
Fishing in Alaska: Where to Stay During Your Alaska Fishing Vacation
Are you looking for the best place to stay during your fishing trip in Alaska? Fishing lodges offer the best in fishing vacations. With easy access to high quality boats and fishing gear, you can be well on your way to catching the big one when you purchase an Alaska vacation package. Packages for fishing… Continue reading Fishing in Alaska: Where to Stay During Your Alaska Fishing Vacation
Unique Vacation Destinations: Planning Your Alaska Vacation
You’ve done the amusement park, you experienced the fancy resorts and spa vacations. So, what’s next? An Alaskan vacation is an exciting destination that many people never get to experience. Trips are typically more affordable than travelers realize, making it a realistic vacation solution that the whole family can enjoy. Visiting Alaska isn’t just for… Continue reading Unique Vacation Destinations: Planning Your Alaska Vacation
Alaska Fishing Resorts: Fun for the Whole Family
If you are looking for a unique vacation that is fun for the whole family, look no further than beautiful Alaska. Alaska fishing resorts offer a wide range of opportunities and aren’t just limited to fishing. Many resorts offer easy access to numerous activities, including snorkeling, air tours and kayaking. Destinations like these make exploring… Continue reading Alaska Fishing Resorts: Fun for the Whole Family