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Frequently Asked Questions about Alaskan Salmon Fishing |
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How do I get there? Generally, most of our guests fly into Anchorage, Alaska. Anchorage International Airport is serviced by all the major airlines, many of the minor airlines and several charter airlines some of which come non stop from Europe, the Far East and also Hawaii. Once in Anchorage it is a simple matter to rent a vehicle of your own choice for the 2 1/2 hour drive to Soldotna or we can arrange a rental car for you at very competitive rates usually less than you would pay when considering the airport departure taxees on non tour rate rentals. If you follow the directions you get on confirmation you cannot get lost. The sightseeing along the way is fantastic. It will be a long time before you forget the Chugach National Forest, mountains, glaciers and Cook Inlet, as well as the opportunity to see moose, eagles, bears and Dall sheep along the highway.
What is the weather like? You can expect temperatures from 50 degrees in the early morning to 70 degrees in the rest of the day. There is not a lot of rainfall in the south central Alaska region but it does rain and you should be prepared with rain gear suitable for the activities you will engage in during your Alaska vacation.
What kind of clothes do I need? Jeans, flannel shirts, cotton, wool, and the new high tech outdoors activity synthetic fabrics in casual cuts are normal code of dress. Layered clothing is best as when you start your long days of activities you will be starting early and as any where the day will warm up as the sun gets higher in the sky. A gore tex two piece rain suit is highly recommended for its light weight and wind breaking properties. Fly fisherman would do well to bring light neoprene.
How much daylight is there? During your Alaska vacation you can expect an average of about 20 hours of daylight. Sunrise is about 4 AM and sunset well after 12 AM. Most of those on their first Alaska vacation are amazed at the fantastically long days and give out long before the day does. For those who need real dark to sleep you may consider bringing night blinders.
What about mosquitoes and bugs? You will find that the famous Alaska mosquito does not populate the Kenai Peninsula to any great degree and so while you are pursuing your Alaska activities you will not be bothered by bugs or mosquitoes to any great degree. Of course you can get bit if you are fishing or hiking in the back country, but any commercially available bug repellant will be more than adequate
What gear and fishing tackle is provided? On all of your guided fishing, sightseeing or adventure activity trips all of the necessary equipment is provided as part of our vacation package. This includes but is not limited to boats, planes, rafts, rods, reels, bait, tackle and the high standards of professionalism of our guides, pilots and charter captains. You can depend on being provided with top notch tackle and equipment that has been thoroughly tested and maintained. We do have rods for rent for unguided fishing.
How much does a fishing license cost? Alaska non resident fishing licenses cost $50 for a 7 day license. Fishermen under the age of 16 are not required to have a fishing license but they are required to have a free harvest ticket if they fish for king salmon. Adult fisherman must pay $30 for a 7 day Cook Inlet king salmon harvest ticket if they intend to fish for king salmon.
How big are the boats? Our Alaska river boats for fishing are 22-24 feet long by 7-8 feet wide and are equipped to handle 5 anglers although, unless requested, we normally only fish four at a time on the river boat. Our river fishing is normally done with powerboats on the Kenai River as the size and swiftness can make it difficult for a drift boat to get back up the river to get to a hot spot. We find that in a drift boat you can lose a lot of good fishing spots when you are hooked up and fighting a fish. On the upper Kenai and Kasilof rivers we use rafts or drift boats. Our ocean fishing boats are 30 and 40 feet long and have a toilet and heated cabin. The Kenai Fjords tour boats are 80 -100 feet long and have all the amenities of a cruise vessel
How big are the fish and what are the limits? On the Kenai Peninsula you can expect to catch king salmon from 25-85 pounds, red salmon from 5-12 pounds, and silver salmon from 7-20 pounds. You can expect to see halibut from 25-300 pounds but we suggest that you release halibut over 125 pounds unless you have a Homer Halibut derby fish (about 300 pounds+/-) or you are very hungry. Halibut breeding stocks are in this 100-300 pound range. While on your Alaska vacation you will find that a 100 pound halibut will have about 70 pounds of meat and with the limit of 5 king salmon per season as well as daily limits of red, silver and pink salmon from 3-6 fish per day the average fisherman will quickly get more fish than he can carry.
How do I preserve my fish? The best way to enjoy the fish you caught on your Alaska vacation for a long time is to have the fish vacuumed bagged at one of the sport fish processors in Soldotna or Kenai. The cost is nominal and greatly extends the ability to store you. catch. Providing you have your catch commercially bagged, we have freezers to store your fish and they are available at no charge to guests
How do I get my fish home? The best and cheapest way for you to get your fish back home is to take it back as part of your luggage allowance on your airline of choice. most airlines will allow you to check 3 pieces of luggage, so it is suggested you pack very light for your Alaska vacation. On your return trip you will be able to then check your fish in as luggage. Special fish boxes are available locally at a very low cost and you can get 70 pounds of processed fish in these boxes. These specially insulated boxes will keep your fish frozen for up to 30 hours
What do I need to bring? The cabins that are included as part of your Alaska vacation package are fully furnished with everything you need right down to the toilet paper and with a full range of grocery shopping options only 15 minutes away it is suggested you bring your clothes and personal items and a spirit of adventure. We have fishing rods available so if you want to fish on your own on a non guided trip bring a reel capable of handling 20-25 pound test line. Good quality rain gear is an asset and if you are a fly fisherman or want to bring a fly rod along make it a least a 8 weight rod. If you want to bring your own rod and head out alone on your non guided time a steelhead type rod with a reel capable of handling 20-25 pound test line should be adequate
What kind of accommodations are available? The standard/economy cabins are wood frame cabins that sleep from 4-8 guests in separate beds. These cabins are fully furnished with top quality bedding and linens and fully equipped kitchenettes showers, indoor plumbing, and generally all modern conveniences. Deluxe cabins are equipped in the same manner but are constructed of hewn Alaskan logs and are located in a 20 acre resort on a private lake near the Kenai River. Lodge rooms are basically similiar to a hotel room with a private bath. Meal service is available at the lodge.Click the links below for more info on these resorts STANDARD CABINS DELUXE CABINS LODGE ACCOMMODATIONS What else is there beside fishing and sightseeing? How about golf, canoeing, river rafting, kayaking, hiking, clamming, bear watching, whale watching, glacier tours, airplane rides, rodeo, photography, and horseback riding...the list is endless |
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