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Alaska Fishing Regulations for Silver Salmon

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is responsible for issuing and enforcing sport fishing regulations throughout the state of Alaska. Regulations are current as of 2009. Updated regulations--issued each year--and emergency orders issued by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game may supercede established regulations at any time. read more
Alaska Ice Fishing for Trout

Alaska offers numerous ice-fishing opportunities for trout. Many Alaska lakes have rainbow trout and lake trout. The winter is a long ice-fishing season, and both types of trout can be caught in large numbers and sizes. Some of the popular summer fisheries cannot be accessed during the winter, but there are enough frozen lakes located off major highways to s… read more
Fishing Lodges on the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska

The Kenai Peninsula in Alaska, home to the legendary Kenai River, has some of the best salmon fishing in the state. The river is home to king, red, silver and pink salmon and trophy-size trout. May through July are the best times to fish for king salmon, and it's not uncommon to land a 45-pounder or larger. The world record king salmon was caught on the Kena… read more
List of Fishing Openers in Alaska

Knowing when to fish in Alaska and when it is legal to fish is important for the health of the state's fisheries, as well as keeping you from paying high tickets, penalties and fees. Alaska has several different game regions, with different times when fishing is legally allowed. In addition to understanding the dates of these openers, be sure to have a valid… read more
King/Chinook Salmon Fishing Rivers in Alaska

As the Alaska's state fish, the Chinook or king salmon is abundant in the state's waters and is also the largest of all Pacific salmon. According to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Chinook salmon is likely the most highly prized game fish in the state. Anglers can find this well-coveted anadromous fish in many regions throughout Alaska. read more

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The Best King Salmon Fishing in Alaska

While the king salmon (sometimes also called "chinook salmon") has a range that extends from San Francisco Bay to the Chukchi Sea, near the Arctic Ocean, many anglers' thoughts turn to Alaska when it comes to planning a salmon fishing… read more
How to Fish the Kenai

The Kenai Peninsula in south central Alaska is world famous for abundant catches of the most popular species of salmon--coho, sockeye and king salmon--and freakishly large rainbow trout. Try these tips for fishing the Kenai Peninsula,… read more
An Alaska Tourism & Travel Guide

Alaska is one of the last true frontiers left on Earth and has a lot to offer the adventure-seeking traveler. Beginning with the breathtaking scenery that varies from region to region and season to season to the endless variety of acti… read more
How to Arrange My Flights for an Alaskan Cruise

Alaska is a great vacation destination for outdoor enthusiasts in search of wildlife expeditions, fishing excursions and hiking tours. With your itinerary set and your recreational activities planned, the only action left to take is to… read more
Information on the Best Fishing Areas in Alaska

Alaska is a big state, and the fishing opportunities are endless. You can chase salmon runs in remote areas or catch halibut offshore. Fishing for salmon in the rivers and chasing the trophy rainbow trout that gorge on their eggs are… read more
RV Campsites in Alaska

Alaska is a large state, most of which cannot be accessed by road. RV parks in Alaska are ideal places to make a base camp while you explore the natural wonders of the state. Before you begin camping in Alaska, be aware of bear issues… read more
State of Alaska Information

Alaska proudly calls itself "The Last Frontier," and the state can back that up. The largest state by far, Alaska receives hundreds of thousands of tourists every year who want to explore its natural beauty and have the kind of adventu… read more
Information on Homer, Alaska

Homer, Alaska, located about 150 miles southwest of Anchorage, is surrounded by glacial mountains, the Kenai Peninsula and stunning views of the Kachemak Bay. Homer is an active community with year round recreation. read more
Fishing in Homer, Alaska

Homer, Alaska, is located in the southern area of the state near the Gulf of Alaska. Kachemak Bay State Park and Wilderness is located across Kachemak Bay to the south. Charter services and fly fishing guides are set up in town to help… read more
Alaska Fishing Tips

Alaska is a vast land and has many opportunities to fish. If you are planning a trip to Alaska to do some fishing, there are several hints and tips that can vastly improve your chances of landing the big one. Always have your valid Ala… read more
Commercial Fishing Opportunities in Alaska

Alaska commercial fishing jobs are still available, but they have become much more competitive to get, and in some cases, require specialized knowledge or skills. Knowing where to go to find these competitive opportunities is a key par… read more
Alaska Fishing Excursions

Alaska is big country. Wild, untamed and full of fish, Alaska attracts anglers to her waters yearly. Go for king, sockeye, pink, chum and silver salmon in her rivers and oceans; or, try your luck going for the bottom-dwelling halibut.… read more
Salmon Fishing in Kenai, Alaska

Alaska's Kenai Peninsula is home to rivers teeming with salmon. Kings, silvers, sockeye, and chum all run up the Kenai River, between early June and into late September, depending on the species. Anglers from all across the United Stat… read more
Fishing in Homar, Alaska

Homer, Alaska bills itself as the Halibut capitol of the world, and rightly so, as you can catch a lot of large fish here. The waters around Homer are ideal for Halibut and other types of fishing on the Kenai Peninsula. read more
Steelhead Origins

Steelhead salmon (sometimes called steelhead trout) are a popular game fish native to the Pacific waters of North America. They are genetically intertwined with the rainbow trout, even though the size of steelhead can be much larger. S… read more

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