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Facts You May Not Know About the King Salmon

March 3, 2022 12:07 am Published by Leave your thoughts

How many king salmon facts do you know? This fish is common in Alaska, so if you visit or live in The Last Frontier, you will likely see, catch or eat a king salmon at some point—but you may not realize all of the interesting facts there are to know about this fish. Here’s the scoop on this Alaskan resident so you can be prepared for success during your next fishing charter. What is king salmon? King salmon, also known as Chinook salmon, is a fish species from the Salmonidae family. King salmon’s habitat King salmon lay eggs in freshwater.... View Article


Dressing for Success: How to Keep Warm on Your Fishing Charter

February 17, 2022 12:07 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Fishing charters are a great way to enjoy the outdoors and bring home a great catch—but there’s more to success than the right bait and the right fishing hole. You want to be comfortable and warm while you enjoy fishing charters. Here are some key tips on how to stay warm while you create memories for a lifetime: Layers: For fishing charters, layers are your friend. Start with long johns, but choose them carefully. Since you’ll be wearing several layers, you don’t want these to be too thick. Go for thinner long-sleeved long underwear so they are less bulky and... View Article


How Climate Change Is Affecting King Salmon

February 1, 2022 11:32 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Climate change has majorly affected wildlife all over the world, and Alaskan wildlife is no exception.  Moose, caribou and other native Alaskan species have all felt the effect of rising temperatures. One species experiencing a major upset due to climate change in Alaska is king salmon. Native to western North American rivers, king salmon (also known as chinook salmon) is a favorite of anglers. King salmon fishing is one of the most popular types of fishing in the world; however, a recent study might suggest we’ll start seeing less king salmon in Alaskan rivers because of climate change. Higher temperatures... View Article


Fishing Charter Safety Guidelines

January 18, 2022 11:32 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

There’s a lot that can happen on the water if you aren’t careful, and you should always be prepared for any situation. That’s why it’s important to brush up on fishing safety before hitting the water. Below, we discuss the many steps one should take for proper fishing charter safety. Use the tips to make your next fishing trip fun and safe for everyone: Prepare a first aid kit: A first aid kit is essential for any boating trip. This first aid kit should include gauze, bandages, fabric strips, surgical tape and adhesive rolls. Anything can happen while you’re on... View Article


What to Wear on Your Fishing Trip

December 29, 2021 12:03 am Published by Leave your thoughts

There’s really no place like Alaska. It truly embodies the phrase, “the great outdoors.” As beautiful and uncorrupted as the Alaskan wilderness is, it can also be unforgiving. If you’ve never been to Alaska, you might not know what to wear when you get there. If you’re thinking about booking a fishing tour, that could complicate matters as well. What you wear when you fish near your home may be radically different than what you should be donning when fishing in Alaska. This article will cover the components of some appropriate Alaskan fishing outfits. Temperatures vary The best time of... View Article


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